Would you like to become a new Griffin at the German International School Washington D.C.?
We’re excited that you made your decision!
On these pages you will find all the necessary information and forms for enrolling at the German International School Washington D.C.
An Overview of the GISW Application Process
1. Creating Account & Application Forms
Create your account on our application portal to submit your online application.
2. Review &
Decision
After our review, the Admissions Office will inform you of the decision in the application portal.
3. Signing the School Contract
After a positive admission decision, you will sign the contract in the application portal.
Key Application Information at a Glance:
Entry Age
Please note that we cannot accept new students in Grade 12.
Application Checklists
(including information on all required supporting documents and health records)
Fees and Deposits
- Application Fee: $150 (non-refundable)
- New Student Enrollment Fee : $2,500 (with contract signing and non-refundable)
- Contract Deposit: $1,000 (at contract signing, will be added to tuition fee, non-refundable)
See Tuition and Fees and Financial Aid for more information.
Duration and Deadlines:
- GISW accepts applications on a rolling basis, subject to availability.
- Application processing time: approximately 4-6 weeks.
- School contract submission: due 10 days after receipt.
We are here to help with any application-related questions:
- If you have any further questions or need assistance, please contact our Director of Enrollment Management, Ms. Jeannette Dubrey, at admissions@giswashington.org.
- You are also welcome to schedule a Zoom-Appointment to discuss your questions directly with us.
- Discover the most frequently asked questions about the enrollment process at GISW in our FAQs.
