Financials
Source year 2026-2027 · Tuition source · Verified August 13, 2026Can you actually afford this? Claire works out what McDonogh School costs your family after aid — and whether it fits your child.
What McDonogh School actually costs
Estimates — verify with the schoolPublished 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.
30% of students at this school receive aid. Use the school's net price calculator for your family's real number.
- 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
McDonogh School is a co-ed boarding and day school on a 800-acre campus in Owings Mills, Maryland. Known for its exceptional athletic facilities, strong academics, and proximity to Baltimore and Washington D.C.
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Common questions
- How much is tuition at McDonogh School?
- At McDonogh School, boarding tuition is $58,000 per year and day tuition is $44,600 per year (2026-2027). The figure comes from the school's own published tuition page.
- Does McDonogh School offer financial aid?
- Yes. 30% of students at McDonogh 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 McDonogh School serve?
- McDonogh School serves grades K-12.
- Is McDonogh School a boarding or day school?
- McDonogh School offers both boarding and day enrollment. It is coeducational.
- How many students attend McDonogh School?
- McDonogh School enrolls about 1,400 students.
- Where is McDonogh School located?
- McDonogh School is located in Owings Mills, Maryland.