FASNY is the only school in the New York metropolitan area to be accredited to offer both the International Baccalaureate and the French Baccalaureate. All of our students also graduate with a New York State high school diploma.
The Nursery - Grade 12 school accepts children as young as 3 years old, offering them the benefit of bilingualism regardless of the language spoken at home.
Students in the International (IB) or French Bac programs receive a well-rounded education, preparing them for success in the best universities all over the world Non-French speakers are accepted at all grade levels.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked NY School
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
- Enrollment: 748 students
- Yearly Tuition: $36,245
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 15 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
French-American School of New York ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
Sports offered
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
Dual Language Immersion Program
Secondary Immersion Language
Other
Year Founded
1980
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
Student Body
Total Students
748 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
95%
Average Class Size
18 students
Number of AP Courses
2 courses
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Dec. 15 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$36,245
Summer Program Cost
$450
Summer Program Cost Notes
Per week
% on Financial Aid
14%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$18,110
Admissions Director
Marine Heraud
Admissions Associate
Sarah Maharjan
Sports
Total Sports Offered
12 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
16 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Astrophysics, Book Club, Chess Club, Cinema Club, Community Service Club, Diversity Club, FIRST Robotics, Literary Club, Math and Science Club, Mentoring, Model United Nations Club, Music Club, Newspaper Club, Student Council, Yearbook Club
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Ski Club
Astrophysics, Book Club, Chess Club, Cinema Club, Community Service Club, Diversity Club, FIRST Robotics, Literary Club, Math and Science Club, Mentoring, Model United Nations Club, Music Club, Newspaper Club, Student Council, Yearbook Club
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Ski Club
School Notes
We offer:
- A bilingual immersion program
- Strong arts, music, and athletics; a community-service program; national and international educational trips; and many student and faculty-led clubs
- A student and staff body representing 50+ nationalities
- An atmosphere of inclusion, acceptance, and appreciation of diversity
- A combination ofFrench and American school-life traditions, making for a warm and engaging community
- A track record of academic excellence: 100% success rate in 2023 on both the French baccalaureate (84% passing with honors) and the IB diploma
- A college acceptance list including Columbia, Harvard, MIT, Princeton, Stanford, and Yale in the United States; Cambridge, Imperial College, LSE, Oxford, and UCL in the United Kingdom; as well as Canada and France`s best universities andgrandes colesand other fine European institutions.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does French-American School of New York cost?
French-American School of New York's tuition is approximately $36,245 for private students and $450 for summer students.
Does French-American School of New York offer a summer program?
Yes, French-American School of New York offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does French-American School of New York offer?
French-American School of New York offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Rugby, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. French-American School of New York is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New York for most sports offered.
What is French-American School of New York's ranking?
French-American School of New York ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for French-American School of New York?
The application deadline for French-American School of New York is Dec. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
School Calendar
View the French-American School of New York yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Winter Break - School Closed
December 23, 2024 (Monday)
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - School Closed
January 20, 2025 (Monday)
February Break - School Closed
February 17, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break - School Closed
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Memorial Day - School Closed
May 26, 2025 (Monday)
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