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Milton Academy

Milton, Massachusetts

Financials

Source year 2026-2027 · Tuition source · Verified August 14, 2026
Day tuition (2026-2027)
$69,900
Boarding tuition (2026-2027)
$79,900
Financial aid
37% of students
Enrollment
1000
Student:Teacher
5:1
Founded
1798
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What Milton 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

37% of students at this school receive aid. Use the school's net price calculator for your family's real number.

Year 1 real cost
$88,600
vs $79,900 published tuition
4-year total
$375,691
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

Milton Academy is a K-12 coeducational independent school in Milton, Massachusetts, just south of Boston. Its Upper School (9-12) combines boarding and day students, and the school is known for its progressive teaching, strong arts, and proximity to Boston for internships and cultural access.

Programs

Highlight

Boston-area access
K-12 continuum
Progressive seminar pedagogy

Program

Hockey
Self & Social Awareness
Squash
Humanities Workshop
Visual & Performing Arts
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Common questions

How much is tuition at Milton Academy?
At Milton Academy, boarding tuition is $79,900 per year and day tuition is $69,900 per year (2026-2027). The figure comes from the school's own published tuition page.
Does Milton Academy offer financial aid?
Yes. 37% of students at Milton 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 Milton Academy serve?
Milton Academy serves grades K-12.
Is Milton Academy a boarding or day school?
Milton Academy offers both boarding and day enrollment. It is coeducational.
How many students attend Milton Academy?
Milton Academy enrolls about 1,000 students.
Where is Milton Academy located?
Milton Academy is located in Milton, Massachusetts.

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