FFISP
Firdowsi FIA International School Program
A U.S. High School Diploma Pathway
12 month study program
The Firdowsi FIA International School Program (FFISP) is an international pathway designed to provide students with access to a U.S.-based high school education. It combines FIA-approved academic courses and diploma standards with Firdowsi High School’s local teaching support, student development system, and future-readiness guidance.
Why Choose FFISP?
English-medium
learning support
U.S. High School Diploma pathway
Portfolio and transcript system
Academic and competency development together
Credit-transfer review for eligible previous studies
University and scholarship readiness
Academic Pathways
FFISP supports different academic interests and future university goals through a structured pathway system.
Pre-medical & Health sciences
For students interested in
medicine, nursing, pharmacy, public health, biology, and health-related university pathways.
STEM & Technology
For students interested
in engineering,
computer science, mathematics,
programming, digital skills,
and scientific innovation.
Business & Entrepreneurship
For students interested in
engineering, computer
science, mathematics,
programming, digital skills,
and scientific innovation.
Global liberal
arts & humanities
For students interested in
social sciences, education, communication,
leadership, and public service.
Possible Academic Areas
- English and Language arts
- Mathematics
- Science
- Social studies and humanities
- Digital technologies
- Business and entrepreneurship
- Research and communication
- Approved electics
Graduation Structure & Credit system
The FFISP high school pathway follows an FIA-based graduation structure. Students normally work toward a minimum of 24 approved high school credits. Final diploma eligibility depends on successful completion of all academic and administrative requirements.
| Subject Area | Minimum Credits |
|---|---|
| English | 4 |
| Social Studies | 3 |
| Science | 3 |
| Mathematics | 3 |
| Health and Physical Fitness | 1 |
| Electives | 10 |
| Minimum total | 24 |
Credit Transfer
Students who have already
studied in Afghan, Pakistani, Iranian, or other school systems may request a review of previous courses.
Credit transfer is not automatic. It depends on documentation, evidence of learning, course equivalency, instructional hours, and FIA review and approval.
Competency Development and Student Portfolio
Competency Areas
Communication and multilingual expression
Digital and AI Literacy
Critical and Creative thinking
Leadership and Collaboration
Research and Academic Writing
Resilience and Self-Reliance
Entrepreneurship and Value Creation
University and Scholarship Readiness
Global awareness and Ethical Citizenship
Student Portfolio
Each FFISP student may build an evidence-based portfolio containing academic work and achievement records such as writing samples, projects, science reports, presentations, digital work, leadership activities, reflections, CVS, personal statements, and university-readiness materials.
