Academics
Designed to connect students to university-level success and opportunity, teachers create student-centered classrooms that enhance learning, accelerate achievement, and develop the critical thinking necessary for success in college and beyond.
Courses
The high school offers a wide range of courses to capture the interests of students who are interested in the sciences, math, technology, and the humanities.
Advanced Placement® (AP®)
In high school, our school’s college preparatory focus includes a robust Advanced Placement® (AP®) program, providing YISS students with an array of university-level academic courses that give them an advantage when applying to top colleges and universities around the world.
College & University
YISS students have a track record of success in admission to some of the world’s top universities. Our students are generally competitive with strong grades and high standardized test scores. Our college counselors assist with college applications, coordinate college visits, and provide extensive support to our students.
Graduation Requirements
| Subject Area | Required for Graduation | Recommended for University | Graduation with Honors* |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 4 credits | 4 credits | 4 credits |
| Mathematics | 2 credits | 4 credits | 4 credits |
| Science | 2 credits | 3-4 credits | 3 credits |
| Social Studies | 3 credits | 3-4 credits | 3 credits |
| Foreign Language | 1 credit (2 credits) | 2 credits (3 credits) | 1 credit (3 credits) |
| Physical Education | 1 credit | 1 credit | 1 credit |
| Fine Arts | 2 credits | 2-3 credits | 2 credits (3 credits) |
| Computer | 1 credit | 1 credit | 1 credit |
| Theology, Ethics & Values | 4 credits | 4 credits | 4 credits |
| Electives (non-compulsory) | Any courses beyond minimum departmental totals may be used to acquire the 24 credits necessary for graduation. |
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| Courses listed in parentheses are required for the Class of 2022 and beyond. *Students must also take at least 2 AP® courses and graduate with at least a 3.7 GPA. |
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Spiritual & Character Education
Our diverse community endows YISS with the opportunity to offer both spiritual and character education. Spiritual and character education can be experienced in our classrooms, chapel services and assemblies, service learning opportunities, and more.
Service Learning
The Guardians Outreach Education & Service (GOES) program provides students with multiple opportunities to serve throughout Asia over Spring Break. The hope is that understanding and empathy grow naturally from face-to-face engagement with other cultures and peoples.