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The Lawrenceville School

Lawrenceville, New Jersey

Financials

Source year 2026-2027 · Tuition source · Verified August 13, 2026
Day tuition (2026-2027)
$68,060
Boarding tuition (2026-2027)
$82,710
Financial aid
30% of students
Enrollment
830
Student:Teacher
8:1
Founded
1810
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What The Lawrenceville 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.

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Expected financial aid0% of tuition

30% of students at this school receive aid. Use the school's net price calculator for your family's real number.

Year 1 real cost
$91,410
vs $82,710 published tuition
4-year total
$387,623
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

The Lawrenceville School is a coeducational boarding and day school in Lawrenceville, New Jersey, organized around a distinctive House system in which students live and dine with faculty and classmates throughout their careers. Founded in 1810, Lawrenceville is known for the Harkness method, a rigorous liberal-arts curriculum, and strong athletics on a 700-acre Olmsted-designed campus.

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Common questions

How much is tuition at The Lawrenceville School?
At The Lawrenceville School, boarding tuition is $82,710 per year and day tuition is $68,060 per year (2026-2027). The figure comes from the school's own published tuition page.
Does The Lawrenceville School offer financial aid?
Yes. 30% of students at The Lawrenceville 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 Lawrenceville School serve?
The Lawrenceville School serves grades 9-12, PG.
Is The Lawrenceville School a boarding or day school?
The Lawrenceville School offers both boarding and day enrollment. It is coeducational.
How many students attend The Lawrenceville School?
The Lawrenceville School enrolls about 830 students.
Where is The Lawrenceville School located?
The Lawrenceville School is located in Lawrenceville, New Jersey.

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