How much is tuition at Blair Academy?

At Blair Academy, boarding tuition is $81,950 per year and day tuition is $57,000 per year (2026-2027). The figure comes from the school's own published tuition page.

Does Blair Academy offer financial aid?

Yes. 36% of students at Blair Academy receive financial aid (2026-2027). Award sizes vary by family income and assets, so the published tuition is not what every family pays.

What grades does Blair Academy serve?

Blair Academy serves grades 9-12, PG.

Is Blair Academy a boarding or day school?

Blair Academy offers both boarding and day enrollment. It is coeducational.

How many students attend Blair Academy?

Blair Academy enrolls about 470 students.

Where is Blair Academy located?

Blair Academy is located in Blairstown, New Jersey.

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both

coed

9-12, PG

Blair Academy

Blairstown, New Jersey

Financials

Source year 2026-2027 · Tuition source · Verified August 22, 2026

Day tuition (2026-2027)

$57,000

Boarding tuition (2026-2027)

$81,950

Financial aid

36% of students

Enrollment

470

Student:Teacher

5:1

Founded

1848

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Program

Distance from home

Years attending

Expected financial aid0% of tuition

36% of students at this school receive aid. Use the school's net price calculator for your family's real number.

Year 1 real cost

$90,650

vs $81,950 published tuition

4-year total

$384,396

incl. $36,398 beyond tuition

Hidden costs per year

Books, laptop & course materials$800
Athletics gear & team fees$900
Activities, trips & event fees$1,200
Travel home & breaks$2,000
Dorm setup & storage$400
Spending money & incidentals$2,400
Health & student fees$1,000

About

Blair Academy is a coeducational boarding and day school in Blairstown, New Jersey, set on a 463-acre hilltop campus in the Kittatinny foothills. Founded in 1848, Blair combines a Harkness-style discussion curriculum with a highly residential program and nationally competitive athletics, especially wrestling.

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Common questions

How much is tuition at Blair Academy?: At Blair Academy, boarding tuition is $81,950 per year and day tuition is $57,000 per year (2026-2027). The figure comes from the school's own published tuition page.
Does Blair Academy offer financial aid?: Yes. 36% of students at Blair Academy receive financial aid (2026-2027). Award sizes vary by family income and assets, so the published tuition is not what every family pays.
What grades does Blair Academy serve?: Blair Academy serves grades 9-12, PG.
Is Blair Academy a boarding or day school?: Blair Academy offers both boarding and day enrollment. It is coeducational.
How many students attend Blair Academy?: Blair Academy enrolls about 470 students.
Where is Blair Academy located?: Blair Academy is located in Blairstown, New Jersey.

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