Most Expensive International School in Chennai 2025–2026
Most Expensive International School in Chennai
The most expensive international schools in Chennai charge INR 8,00,000–14,00,000+ per year for primary and secondary. American International School Chennai (AISC) and Mahonagar Chennai International School (MCIS) sit at the premium end.
Premium schools and fee ranges (indicative)
| School | Primary | Secondary / IBDP |
|---|---|---|
| AISC | INR 9,00,000–12,00,000 | INR 10,00,000–14,00,000+ |
| MCIS | INR 8,00,000–11,00,000 | INR 9,50,000–13,00,000+ |
What you pay for
- Extensive facilities, sports and arts
- Strong American and IB curricula
- University placement support
- Admission, development and other extras add to cost
See our Chennai fees comparison and India guide.
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