How much is tuition at Cushing Academy?

At Cushing Academy, boarding tuition is $79,980 per year and day tuition is $54,075 per year (2026-2027). The figure comes from the school's own published tuition page.

Does Cushing Academy offer financial aid?

Yes. 40% of students at Cushing 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 Cushing Academy serve?

Cushing Academy serves grades 9-12, PG.

Is Cushing Academy a boarding or day school?

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

How many students attend Cushing Academy?

Cushing Academy enrolls about 440 students.

Where is Cushing Academy located?

Cushing Academy is located in Ashburnham, Massachusetts.

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both

coed

9-12, PG

Cushing Academy

Ashburnham, Massachusetts

Financials

Source year 2026-2027 · Tuition source · Verified August 13, 2026

Day tuition (2026-2027)

$54,075

Boarding tuition (2026-2027)

$79,980

Financial aid

40% of students

Enrollment

440

Student:Teacher

6:1

Founded

1865

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What Cushing Academy actually costs

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Published tuition is only part of the picture. This projection adds the costs families actually pay (tuition source year 2026-2027), with ~4%/yr tuition inflation.

Program

Distance from home

Years attending

Expected financial aid0% of tuition

40% of students at this school receive aid. Use the school's net price calculator for your family's real number.

Year 1 real cost

$88,680

vs $79,980 published tuition

4-year total

$376,030

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

Cushing Academy is a coeducational boarding and day school in north-central Massachusetts. Cushing has a notable international student population, dedicated programs in visual & performing arts and competitive athletics, and a flexible curriculum that supports a broad range of learners.

Programs

Highlight

~30% international students

Strong PG year option

Arts and athletics focus

Program

Visual & Performing Arts

Post-Graduate Year

Hockey

Equestrian

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Common questions

How much is tuition at Cushing Academy?: At Cushing Academy, boarding tuition is $79,980 per year and day tuition is $54,075 per year (2026-2027). The figure comes from the school's own published tuition page.
Does Cushing Academy offer financial aid?: Yes. 40% of students at Cushing 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 Cushing Academy serve?: Cushing Academy serves grades 9-12, PG.
Is Cushing Academy a boarding or day school?: Cushing Academy offers both boarding and day enrollment. It is coeducational.
How many students attend Cushing Academy?: Cushing Academy enrolls about 440 students.
Where is Cushing Academy located?: Cushing Academy is located in Ashburnham, Massachusetts.

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