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Wayland Academy

Beaver Dam, Wisconsin

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Financials

Source year 2026-2027 · Tuition source · Verified August 13, 2026
Day tuition (2026-2027)
$26,750
Boarding tuition (2026-2027)
$73,950
Financial aid
42% of students
Enrollment
200
Student:Teacher
7:1
Founded
1855
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Can you actually afford this? Claire works out what Wayland Academy costs your family after aid — and whether it fits your child.

What Wayland Academy 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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Expected financial aid0% of tuition

42% of students at this school receive aid. Use the school's net price calculator for your family's real number.

Year 1 real cost
$82,650
vs $73,950 published tuition
4-year total
$350,424
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

Wayland Academy is a small co-ed boarding and day school in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, one of the oldest prep schools in the Midwest. Known for its supportive community, individualized attention, and one of the most affordable boarding tuitions in the region.

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Common questions

How much is tuition at Wayland Academy?
At Wayland Academy, boarding tuition is $73,950 per year and day tuition is $26,750 per year (2026-2027). The figure comes from the school's own published tuition page.
Does Wayland Academy offer financial aid?
Yes. 42% of students at Wayland Academy 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 Wayland Academy serve?
Wayland Academy serves grades 9-12, PG.
Is Wayland Academy a boarding or day school?
Wayland Academy offers both boarding and day enrollment. It is coeducational.
How many students attend Wayland Academy?
Wayland Academy enrolls about 200 students.
Where is Wayland Academy located?
Wayland Academy is located in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin.