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An innovative education experience in the tech center of the United States.
What happens when best practices from top education systems in the world, places like Singapore, Finland, and Shanghai, are infused with the creativity and spirit that defines American education? BASIS Curriculum Schools!
Our program, rooted in the liberal arts and sciences, is recognized as the gold standard in preparing students with the content knowledge, critical thinking skills, and creative problem-solving skills that open up a world of possibility, of unlimited potential, in whatever pursuit they seek.
San Jose and Silicon Valley
Home of famous tech companies such as Facebook, Google, and Cisco. Diverse population of innovators in every field from engineering to medicine. Great mix of urban and suburban living, with plenty of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. Access to a number of cultural and social opportunities such as concerts, sports games, cinemas, and museums. In addition, San Jose has many green parks to safely ride a bicycle or walk with friends and enjoy the blue skies.
Gateway to the Bay Area
BASIS Independent Silicon Valley is a short light-rail ride away from San Francisco, one of the nation’s cultural hubs and home to the iconic Golden Gate Bridge.
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PROGRAM QUICK FACTS
BASIS Independent Silicon Valley
Program ........... The BASIS Curriculum: an advanced, comprehensive liberal arts and sciences program ranked among the best in the United States. Location .................................................... 1290 Parkmoor Ave, San Jose, CA 95126
Type of School ..............................................................Private, Co-Ed, Non-Religious
Campus Details.............................................................. Secure, urban/suburban mix
Grades Offered........................................................................................... Grades 5–
Teacher/Student Ratio .............................................................................................1:
Average Class Size....................................................................................................... 25
Teachers with Advanced Degrees ......................................................................... 70%
Advanced Placement (AP) Classes ......................................................................... 19
Average SAT Score.........................................................................1477 (out of 1600)*
College Matriculation ........................................... 88% of graduates were accepted into a top 50 school in 2018**
Accreditation ............................................................................. AdvanceEd, NCA CASI
Uniform Requirement ................................................................................................. No
Type of Visa .................................................................................................................. F-
Admissions Process ..............................................Application, Interview, and Exam. See our brochure for more details
Application Deadline............................ Rolling admissions; decisions are ongoing until program is full
International Student Eligibility.............................................................. Grades 8–
Tuition ....................................................................................................... $46,500 yearly
Student Residence .............................................................Homestay (additional fee)
*Score shown is the average for all BASIS Independent Schools **U.S. News & World Report rankings of National Universities and Liberal Arts Colleges
PROGRAM QUICK FACTS
BASIS Independent Silicon Valley
