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Groton School

Groton, Massachusetts

Financials

Source year 2026-2027 · Tuition source · Verified August 22, 2026
Day tuition (2026-2027)
$48,850
Boarding tuition (2026-2027)
$62,740
Financial aid
38% of students
Enrollment
385
Student:Teacher
4:1
Founded
1884
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What Groton 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
Distance from home
Years attending
Expected financial aid0% of tuition

38% of students at this school receive aid. Use the school's net price calculator for your family's real number.

Year 1 real cost
$71,440
vs $62,740 published tuition
4-year total
$302,822
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

Groton School is a small, coeducational Episcopal boarding school in Groton, Massachusetts. With grades 8-12 and just under 400 students, Groton emphasizes character, scholarship, and a deeply residential community. It is one of the few elite prep schools to retain a Form (eighth grade) entry point.

Programs

Highlight

Free for families under $150k (GRACE)
Grades 8-12
Highly residential — 87% boarding

Program

Squash
Episcopal Chapel program
Sailing
Classics
GRACE financial aid
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Common questions

How much is tuition at Groton School?
At Groton School, boarding tuition is $62,740 per year and day tuition is $48,850 per year (2026-2027). The figure comes from the school's own published tuition page.
Does Groton School offer financial aid?
Yes. 38% of students at Groton 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 Groton School serve?
Groton School serves grades 8-12.
Is Groton School a boarding or day school?
Groton School offers both boarding and day enrollment. It is coeducational.
How many students attend Groton School?
Groton School enrolls about 385 students.
Where is Groton School located?
Groton School is located in Groton, Massachusetts.

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