both
coed
6-12
The Pennington School
Pennington, NJ
Financials
Day tuition
$55,965
Boarding tuition
$83,433
Financial aid
30% of students
Enrollment
537
Student:Teacher
6:1
Founded
1838
What The Pennington School actually costs
Estimates — verify with the schoolPublished tuition is only part of the picture. This projection adds the costs families actually pay, with ~4%/yr tuition inflation.
Program
Distance from home
Years attending
Expected financial aid0% of tuition
30% of students at this school receive aid. Use the school's net price calculator for your family's real number.
Year 1 real cost
$92,133
vs $83,433 published tuition
4-year total
$390,693
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 Pennington School is a Methodist-affiliated coeducational boarding and day school founded in 1838 in central New Jersey. One of the more affordable Mid-Atlantic boarding options, Pennington offers a strong college prep program that emphasizes character, community, and a balanced student experience.
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