Academics
Grades 9–12 | Ages 15–18 | Academically Rigorous, Entrepreneurially Bold
High school at American World School is not simply a bridge to university. It is a destination in its own right — four years in which students don’t just prepare for what comes next, but begin living it.
Our Scholars programme is a bold reimagining of what high school can be. Students tackle a rigorous, college-preparatory American curriculum, pursue Advanced Placement courses, and design and launch real ventures through our flagship entrepreneurship programme.
Our Scholars leave AWS with outstanding university acceptances. They also leave with something that matters just as much: a clear sense of purpose, the agency to pursue it, and the proven ability to turn ideas into action.
We are interested in students who genuinely understand — who can apply knowledge to unfamiliar situations, challenge ideas with evidence, and see connections across disciplines that most people never notice.
AWS Scholars take an active, meaningful role in designing their educational experience. Students select from 15+ AP courses, pursue independent study projects, and take on leadership roles.
Through our Applied Learning Programme, every Scholar engages in structured, meaningful projects that connect academic learning to real community challenges and entrepreneurial opportunities.
A rigorous college-preparatory curriculum with global recognition
Advanced reading, literary analysis, persuasive writing, research, and rhetoric.
From Pre-Calculus through AP Calculus AB/BC and AP Statistics.
Biology, Chemistry, and Physics with dedicated laboratory work and AP options.
World History, American History, Economics, Government, and AP options.
Spanish or Mandarin Chinese throughout high school.
Visual Arts, Music, Drama — developing creative confidence and expression.
Coding, data science, digital design, and computational thinking.
15+ AP Courses: Rigour, Recognition, and Real University Advantage
AP English Literature
AP Calculus AB
AP Biology
AP World History
AP Spanish Language
AP Computer Science A
AP Art & Design
Where purpose becomes action — from Grade 9 through Grade 12
Structured projects focused on local and global impact. Students learn to identify problems, research context, design solutions, and present their work.
Entirely student-designed initiatives across social entrepreneurship, technology, sustainability, arts, business creation, and research.
A year-long synthesis of learning, character, and entrepreneurial ambition. Students design, develop, and execute an ambitious individual project — a genuine venture.
A dedicated faculty advisor from Grade 9 — a trusted relationship providing academic guidance, personal support, and genuine mentorship across all four years.
Personalised guidance from Grade 9 to acceptance letter. Deep expertise across US, UK, Canadian, Singaporean, Australian, and Indian admissions.
Students design and teach their own elective course to younger students — the most rigorous test of understanding there is.
Varsity and JV teams, annual musical, drama, band, choir, art exhibitions, and portfolio development at the highest levels.
Structured internships with leading Chennai businesses, technology companies, social enterprises, and creative agencies.
40+ clubs and organisations, Student Government, Debate, Model UN, Robotics, international trips, and Senior privileges.
Where intellectual curiosity meets real-world impact and every Scholar finds their purpose.