How many IB international schools are in San Jose?

Novana Index lists 26 IB international schools in San Jose, Costa Rica.

What are the best IB schools in San Jose?

There is no single best IB school in San Jose; the right fit depends on stage, budget, and boarding needs. The 26 listed schools hold accreditations including IB, NEASC, Cognia, UNESCO ASPnet, and CIS. Compare all 26 by fees, boarding, and accreditation to find the best match.

How much do IB schools in San Jose cost?

Annual tuition at IB international schools listed in San Jose ranges from about ≈ $6.4K–$7.4K (USD).

Are there IB boarding schools in San Jose?

Yes, 1 of the IB international schools listed in San Jose offer boarding.

Which accreditations do IB schools in San Jose hold?

Listed IB schools in San Jose hold accreditations including IB, NEASC, Cognia, UNESCO ASPnet, and CIS.

IB international schools in San Jose, Costa Rica

There are 26 IB international schools listed in San Jose, Costa Rica. Annual tuition ranges from about ≈ $6.4K–$7.4K (USD). 1 offers boarding.

Updated July 2026

Schools: 26
Curricula: 7
With boarding: 1
Tuition (USD): ≈ $6.4K–$7.4K

Curricula offered: IB Diploma, Montessori, Reggio Emilia, IB PYP, IB MYP, IGCSE, and National Curriculum (England).

Accreditations: IB, NEASC, Cognia, UNESCO ASPnet, and CIS.

IB international schools in San Jose, Costa Rica: compare stages, accreditation, gender, and tuition.
School	Curriculum	Stages	Accreditation	Gender	Tuition
Marian Baker School	IB Diploma	Early years, Primary, Lower secondary, Upper secondary	IB	—	$7.4K
Blue Valley School	IB Diploma, Montessori, Reggio Emilia	Early years, Primary, Lower secondary, Upper secondary, Sixth form	IB, NEASC	Co-ed	CRC 3.3M
Instituto Dr. Jaim Weizman	IB PYP, IB MYP, IB Diploma	Early years, Primary, Lower secondary, Upper secondary	IB	—	—
Lighthouse International School	IB Diploma	Early years, Primary, Lower secondary, Upper secondary, Sixth form	IB	Co-ed	$6.4K
Los Angeles School	IB Diploma	Early years, Primary, Lower secondary, Upper secondary, Sixth form	IB	—	CRC 3.1M
Los Ángeles School, Frailes Dominicos	IB Diploma	Early years, Primary, Lower secondary, Upper secondary, Sixth form	IB	—	CRC 3.1M
Pan-American School	IB PYP, IB MYP, IB Diploma	Early years, Primary, Lower secondary, Upper secondary	IB	—	—
Franz Liszt Schule	IB Diploma	Early years, Primary, Lower secondary, Upper secondary	IB	—	CRC 3.7M
Saint Francis College	IB Diploma	Early years, Primary, Lower secondary, Upper secondary	IB	Co-ed	—
Saint Gregory School	IB Diploma	Early years, Primary, Lower secondary, Upper secondary	IB	—	—
Saint Mary School	IB Diploma	Early years, Primary, Lower secondary, Upper secondary	IB	Co-ed	—
Saint Paul College	IB Diploma	Early years, Primary, Lower secondary, Upper secondary	Cognia	—	—
St. Jude School	IB PYP, IB Diploma, IGCSE, National Curriculum (England)	Early years, Primary, Lower secondary, Upper secondary, Sixth form	IB, UNESCO ASPnet	Co-ed	—
The European School	IB Diploma	Early years, Primary, Lower secondary, Upper secondary, Sixth form	IB	—	—
UWC Costa Rica	IB Diploma	Upper secondary	IB, CIS, NEASC	Co-ed	—
Colegio Internacional SEK Costa Rica	IB Diploma	Early years, Primary, Lower secondary, Upper secondary	IB	—	—
Liceo de Moravia	IB Diploma	Lower secondary, Upper secondary	IB	Co-ed	—
Lincoln School	IB MYP, IB Diploma	Early years, Primary, Lower secondary, Upper secondary	IB	—	—
Anglo American School	IB Diploma	Early years, Primary, Lower secondary, Upper secondary	—	—	—
Colegio Miravalle	IB Diploma	Early years, Primary, Lower secondary, Upper secondary	IB	—	—
Colegio Saint Francis	IB Diploma	Early years, Primary, Lower secondary, Upper secondary	—	Co-ed	—
Colegio Santa María de Guadalupe	IB Diploma	Lower secondary, Upper secondary	IB	Co-ed	—
Gsd International School Costa Rica	IB Diploma	Early years, Primary, Upper secondary	IB	—	—
International Christian School	IB Diploma	Early years, Primary, Lower secondary, Upper secondary	IB	Co-ed	—
Liceo HHC Experimental Bilingüe José Figueres Ferrer	IB Diploma	Lower secondary, Upper secondary	—	—	—
Centro Educativo Nueva Generacion	IB Diploma	Early years, Primary, Lower secondary, Upper secondary	—	—	—

Frequently asked questions

How many IB international schools are in San Jose?: Novana Index lists 26 IB international schools in San Jose, Costa Rica.
What are the best IB schools in San Jose?: There is no single best IB school in San Jose; the right fit depends on stage, budget, and boarding needs. The 26 listed schools hold accreditations including IB, NEASC, Cognia, UNESCO ASPnet, and CIS. Compare all 26 by fees, boarding, and accreditation to find the best match.
How much do IB schools in San Jose cost?: Annual tuition at IB international schools listed in San Jose ranges from about ≈ $6.4K–$7.4K (USD).
Are there IB boarding schools in San Jose?: Yes, 1 of the IB international schools listed in San Jose offer boarding.
Which accreditations do IB schools in San Jose hold?: Listed IB schools in San Jose hold accreditations including IB, NEASC, Cognia, UNESCO ASPnet, and CIS.