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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 school

Published 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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