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Porter-Gaud School

Charleston, South Carolina

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Financials

Source year 2026-2027 · Tuition source · Verified August 13, 2026
Day tuition (2026-2027)
$36,820
Boarding tuition (2026-2027)
—
Financial aid
20% of students
Enrollment
1000
Student:Teacher
9:1
Founded
1867
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Years attending
Expected financial aid0% of tuition

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Year 1 real cost
$41,220
vs $36,820 published tuition
4-year total
$174,763
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

Porter-Gaud School is a coeducational Episcopal day school in Charleston, South Carolina, serving grades 1-12. Founded in 1867 through the merger of Porter Military Academy and Gaud School, Porter-Gaud emphasizes a college-prep curriculum with Episcopal values on a 78-acre riverside campus.

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Common questions

How much is tuition at Porter-Gaud School?
At Porter-Gaud School, day tuition is $36,820 per year (2026-2027). The figure comes from the school's own published tuition page.
Does Porter-Gaud School offer financial aid?
Yes. 20% of students at Porter-Gaud 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 Porter-Gaud School serve?
Porter-Gaud School serves grades 1-12.
Is Porter-Gaud School a boarding or day school?
Porter-Gaud School is a day school. It is coeducational.
How many students attend Porter-Gaud School?
Porter-Gaud School enrolls about 1,000 students.
Where is Porter-Gaud School located?
Porter-Gaud School is located in Charleston, South Carolina.

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