Boarding School Cost Calculator

Calculate the total cost of boarding school including tuition, room and board, travel, and personal expenses.

Annual Boarding Cost

Calculate the full annual cost of boarding school including all expenses.

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4-Year Total Projection

Project the total cost for a full 4-year boarding school experience with annual increases.

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Day vs. Boarding Comparison

Compare the cost of attending as a day student vs. a boarding student.

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Formula

Total Boarding Cost = Tuition + Room & Board + Travel + Personal Expenses + Extra Fees - Financial Aid

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does boarding school cost per year?
Top US boarding schools cost $55,000-$75,000+ per year for tuition, room, and board. Schools like Phillips Exeter, Andover, Choate, and Deerfield charge $60,000-$70,000 annually. International boarding schools such as Le Rosey in Switzerland can exceed $130,000/year.
What does boarding school tuition typically include?
Boarding school tuition typically includes academic instruction, room (dormitory housing), board (meal plan), basic technology access, and standard extracurricular activities. Not usually included are travel, personal spending, laundry, specialized sports, and test prep.
Is financial aid available for boarding schools?
Many elite boarding schools offer generous financial aid, with some allocating 20-30% of their budget to assistance. Schools like Phillips Academy Andover provide aid to over 45% of students, with the average grant covering about 85% of tuition.

Understanding Boarding School Costs

Boarding school offers an immersive educational experience that develops independence, academic excellence, and lifelong connections. Understanding the full cost structure helps families plan for this significant investment.

Boarding School Tiers

Regional boarding schools ($30,000-$50,000/year) provide solid academics with smaller endowments but strong community.

Top-tier US prep schools ($55,000-$75,000/year) include the "Ten Schools" and similar institutions with world-class facilities and Ivy League placement rates of 25-40%.

International elite schools ($80,000-$150,000+/year) such as Le Rosey, Aiglon, and Eton offer global education with multi-lingual instruction and international networks.

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