How much is tuition at The Thacher School?

At The Thacher School, boarding tuition is $84,000 per year and day tuition is $68,050 per year (2026-2027). The figure comes from the school's own published tuition page.

Does The Thacher School offer financial aid?

Yes. 31% of students at The Thacher 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 Thacher School serve?

The Thacher School serves grades 9-12.

Is The Thacher School a boarding or day school?

The Thacher School is a boarding school. It is coeducational.

How many students attend The Thacher School?

The Thacher School enrolls about 260 students.

Where is The Thacher School located?

The Thacher School is located in Ojai, California.

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boarding

coed

9-12

The Thacher School

Ojai, California

Financials

Source year 2026-2027 · Tuition source · Aid source · Verified August 13, 2026

Day tuition (2026-2027)

$68,050

Boarding tuition (2026-2027)

$84,000

Financial aid

31% of students

Enrollment

260

Student:Teacher

5:1

Founded

1889

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Program

Distance from home

Years attending

Expected financial aid0% of tuition

31% of students at this school receive aid. Use the school's net price calculator for your family's real number.

Year 1 real cost

$92,700

vs $84,000 published tuition

4-year total

$393,101

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 Thacher School is a coeducational boarding school in Ojai, California, set on a 425-acre ranch campus in the Los Padres foothills. Founded in 1889, Thacher is distinctive for its Horse Program — every freshman cares for their own horse — its wilderness camping trips, and a rigorous academic program built around small discussion-based classes.

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Common questions

How much is tuition at The Thacher School?: At The Thacher School, boarding tuition is $84,000 per year and day tuition is $68,050 per year (2026-2027). The figure comes from the school's own published tuition page.
Does The Thacher School offer financial aid?: Yes. 31% of students at The Thacher 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 Thacher School serve?: The Thacher School serves grades 9-12.
Is The Thacher School a boarding or day school?: The Thacher School is a boarding school. It is coeducational.
How many students attend The Thacher School?: The Thacher School enrolls about 260 students.
Where is The Thacher School located?: The Thacher School is located in Ojai, California.

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