Admissions Policies

Admission Policies

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ADMISSION POLICIES

School and community:

When developing an admission policy for the American School of Douala that will be featured
on the school website, it’s important to ensure that the policy is clear, comprehensive, and
accessible to prospective students and their families.
Here are key elements that should be included:

1. Overview of Admission Philosophy:

A brief statement about the school’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in its
student body.

2. Eligibility Criteria:

– Age requirements for various grade levels.
– Academic prerequisites or recommendations (e.g., previous schooling information,
standardized test scores).

3. Application Process:

– Step-by-step instructions for applying, including:
– Application form (availability and submission details)
– Required documents (transcripts, recommendation letters, birth certificates, etc.)
– Application fee information, if applicable.

4. Deadlines:

– Important dates related to the admission process, including application submission
deadlines, notification dates, and enrollment deadlines. This does not apply to us because we
have rolling admissions

5. Assessment Process:

5. Assessment Process:
– Information about any entrance assessments (academic testing, interviews, etc.) and what
they entail.
– Details on how assessments are used in the decision-making process.

6. Notification of Admission Decisions:

– Explanation of how and when applicants will be notified of their admission status.

7. Enrollment Procedures:

– Steps that accepted students must take to enroll, including registration forms and payment of tuition fees.

8. Tuition and Fees:

– Overview of tuition costs, payment schedules, scholarship opportunities, and financial aid options.

CLASSES	FEES in $
Pre-K 2, 3, and 4	$8,618
Kindergarten	$9,896
Grades 1-5	$13,551
Grades 6-8	$13,775
Grades 9-12	$16,661

CLASSES	FEES in XAF (CFA FRANCS)
Pre-K 2, 3, and 4	XAF 4,480,398
Kindergarten	XAF 5,205,443
Grades 1-5	XAF 7,089,402
Grades 6-8	XAF 7,216,136
Grades 9-12	XAF 8,743,856

In addition, there is a one-time capital levy fee of $5,091, an annual registration fee of $600, and annual yearbook and family fees of $25 and $100 respectively.

9. Non-Discrimination Policy:

– A statement affirming the school’s commitment to non-discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, or any other protected status.

10. Withdrawal Policy:

– Information on the process and policies related to withdrawal, including any associated fees.

11. Contact Information:

– Details on how to reach the admissions office for further inquiries, including phone numbers, email addresses, and office hours.

12. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

– A section addressing common queries related to the admission process for parents and
students. You have these already from the old website

13. Visitor Information:

– Information on school tours and open house events for prospective families.(here please put a link to the virtual tour of the school , and indicate that tours can also be scheduled during office hours)

14. Updates and Changes:

– Notation that the admission policy may be subject to change and how applicants will be
informed of any updates.

The American School of Douala (ASD), founded in 1978, is an independent, coeducational, nonsectarian, nonprofit day school. ASD provides an English language educational program following an American curriculum from preschool through Grade 12.

We are an international community of learners who are acquiring the skills needed to positively impact a rapidly changing world. We provide a supportive, multi-cultural environment with a high standard American curriculum that encourages students to reach their maximum potential.