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Sidwell Friends School

Washington, Washington, D.C.

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Financials

Source year 2026-2027 · Tuition source · Aid source · Verified August 14, 2026
Day tuition (2026-2027)
$62,330
Boarding tuition (2026-2027)
—
Financial aid
23% of students
Enrollment
1144
Student:Teacher
8:1
Founded
1883
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What Sidwell Friends 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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Years attending
Expected financial aid0% of tuition

23% of students at this school receive aid. Use the school's net price calculator for your family's real number.

Year 1 real cost
$66,730
vs $62,330 published tuition
4-year total
$283,090
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

Sidwell Friends School is a coeducational Quaker day school in Washington, D.C., serving pre-kindergarten through grade 12. Founded in 1883, Sidwell is known for its Friends-values curriculum, environmental sustainability leadership (its middle school was one of the first LEED Platinum school buildings in the U.S.), and a long history of educating children of U.S. presidents and other public figures.

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Common questions

How much is tuition at Sidwell Friends School?
At Sidwell Friends School, day tuition is $62,330 per year (2026-2027). The figure comes from the school's own published tuition page.
Does Sidwell Friends School offer financial aid?
Yes. 23% of students at Sidwell Friends 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 Sidwell Friends School serve?
Sidwell Friends School serves grades PK-12.
Is Sidwell Friends School a boarding or day school?
Sidwell Friends School is a day school. It is coeducational.
How many students attend Sidwell Friends School?
Sidwell Friends School enrolls about 1,144 students.
Where is Sidwell Friends School located?
Sidwell Friends School is located in Washington, Washington, D.C..