Academics – Berkeley Academy

A world-class education, rooted in two cultures

With 27 AP courses, a dual-diploma path recognized by both the U.S. and Costa Rica, and a curriculum built on US Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards, Berkeley Academy prepares students for the world's most competitive universities — without losing sight of who they are.

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We build change-makers.

From Integrated Mathematics in 6th grade to AP Calculus BC and Discrete Mathematics in 12th, from Pre-AP Honors Social Studies to AP U.S. Government and Politics, our curriculum is built to balance breadth and depth — offering something for every student while giving each one room to go deep into what they love.

At the center of it all is Berkeley Academy's dual commitment: full US Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards curriculum, alongside Costa Rica's MEP national requirements. Every graduate leaves prepared for both worlds.

Berkeley Academy is the first College Board Institutional Member in Costa Rica — held to academic standards unparalleled in Central America. Students can enroll in AP courses and AP exams as early as Grade 8, with 27 AP courses and 20 Honors courses offered by graduation.

See Our AP Program

AP & Honors Courses

27 AP courses and 20 Honors courses — explore the full catalog.

Academic Calendar

See every key date for the 2026-27 school year.

Meet Our Faculty

The educators behind Berkeley Academy's college-preparatory curriculum.

College Counseling

Guided by our President and College Counselor, Peter J. Swing, Ed.M.

Senior Honors Thesis

Every 12th grader completes a 20-page AP Capstone research thesis.

Community Service

100 certified service hours required from Grade 9 through Grade 12.

Experience Berkeley Academy

Whether you're meeting our faculty for the first time or getting a head start before the school year begins, there are a few ways to get to know Berkeley Academy before you apply.