How much is tuition at The Dalton School?

At The Dalton School, day tuition is $70,800 per year (2026-2027). The figure comes from the school's own published tuition page.

Does The Dalton School offer financial aid?

Yes. 21% of students at The Dalton School 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 The Dalton School serve?

The Dalton School serves grades K-12.

Is The Dalton School a boarding or day school?

The Dalton School is a day school. It is coeducational.

How many students attend The Dalton School?

The Dalton School enrolls about 1,300 students.

Where is The Dalton School located?

The Dalton School is located in New York, New York.

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K-12

The Dalton School

New York, New York

Financials

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

Day tuition (2026-2027)

$70,800

Boarding tuition (2026-2027)

—

Financial aid

21% of students

Enrollment

1300

Student:Teacher

7:1

Founded

1919

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What The Dalton School 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

Years attending

Expected financial aid0% of tuition

21% of students at this school receive aid. Use the school's net price calculator for your family's real number.

Year 1 real cost

$75,200

vs $70,800 published tuition

4-year total

$319,057

incl. $18,408 beyond tuition

Hidden costs per year

Books, laptop & course materials$800
Athletics gear & team fees$900
Activities, trips & event fees$1,200
Daily transportation$1,500

About

The Dalton School is a co-ed day school on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, known for its progressive Dalton Plan curriculum emphasizing independent study and collaboration. One of New York City's most prestigious and academically rigorous independent schools.

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Common questions

How much is tuition at The Dalton School?: At The Dalton School, day tuition is $70,800 per year (2026-2027). The figure comes from the school's own published tuition page.
Does The Dalton School offer financial aid?: Yes. 21% of students at The Dalton School 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 The Dalton School serve?: The Dalton School serves grades K-12.
Is The Dalton School a boarding or day school?: The Dalton School is a day school. It is coeducational.
How many students attend The Dalton School?: The Dalton School enrolls about 1,300 students.
Where is The Dalton School located?: The Dalton School is located in New York, New York.

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