Understanding Dwight School Tuition and Financial Aid
Dwight School, founded in 1872, is an internationally renowned independent school committed to educating the next generation of innovative global leaders. With campuses around the world, including New York, London, Dubai, Hanoi, Shanghai, Seoul, and online, Dwight offers a personalized journey for every student, igniting their "spark of genius." This article provides a comprehensive overview of Dwight School's tuition fees, financial aid programs, and related policies.
Dwight School: A Global Leader in Education
Dwight School is a leading private IB World School with a rich history and a commitment to innovation. As the first school in the Americas to offer all four IB programs, Dwight provides a rigorous academic environment that prepares students for success in a rapidly changing global marketplace. Dwight's inspiring faculty encourages students to believe in their own talents, follow their hearts, and take intellectual risks.
Dwight School welcomes a vibrant community of students representing diverse nationalities. With campuses in New York, London, Dubai, Hanoi, Shanghai and Seoul, students have numerous opportunities to travel and participate in cross-campus cultural and curricular exchange programs. These shared, enriching experiences prepare them for a future on the global stage, and the connections they forge with their peers will last a lifetime.
Tuition Fees at Dwight School
Dwight School tuition fees vary depending on the grade level and campus location. In New York, for example, tuition for grades 1-12 is $67,900, which includes IB program fees, class trips, arts and athletic extras, and lunch (at least through 7th grade).
Here are the tuition fees for Dwight-Englewood School for the 2026-2027 academic year:
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- PreK3 and 4: $37,225
- Kindergarten: $49,520
- Grades 1-5: $57,375
- Grades 6-12: $64,375
For the 2025-2026 academic year, the tuition fees for Dwight Global Online School are as follows:
- Preschool (ages 3 & 4): $35,430
- Kindergarten: $47,130
- Grades 1 - 5: $54,605
- Grades 6 - 12: $61,605
These fees include middle and upper school lunch, trips, tuition insurance, technology fee, supplemental student accident insurance, and parents association dues.
Additional fees may apply for items such as:
- Computer: All 6th Grade students and new students entering the Middle School may be billed approximately $700 for the purchase of an iPad and software. Newly enrolled students entering Grades 9 - 11 may choose to purchase a laptop from the School at a cost of approximately $1,300, or may bring their own device as long as it meets School specifications.
- Lunch: Optional for Lower School students in Grades 1-5, for a fee of $1,460.
- Books: Students in Grades 6-12 will purchase books through our on-line bookstore. The approximate cost may range between $400 - $1,300 per student per year, depending on the classes selected.
- Transportation: Contracts are available for bus services for students upon request from the transportation office. Costs vary based on bus routes.
Financial Aid Opportunities
Dwight School has a long-standing commitment to its financial aid program, which allows students to receive an independent school education regardless of their family’s financial circumstances. As a central part of our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Dwight values enrolling a student body with diverse talents, interests, and backgrounds.
Domestic and International families from a wide range of incomes and financial situations can qualify for financial aid. There are no specific benchmarks for income levels to qualify for financial aid. Financial aid awards range from small grants to full tuition and fees for students applying to kindergarten through grade 12. Preschool aid (2s-Pre-K) is limited to partial grants.
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Applying for Financial Aid
If you anticipate needing financial assistance now or in the future, please indicate this during the admissions process. Families who initially enrolled at Dwight Global without a financial aid package are eligible to apply for aid only if they have experienced a significant change in circumstances.
Dwight works with a financial aid platform called Clarity to determine a family’s contribution amount. The school uses the Clarity financial aid system to help evaluate award decisions fairly. Providing additional narrative details in the application will assist our Financial Aid Committee to understand any extenuating circumstances that are unique to your family. Check the financial aid box on the Ravenna admissions application.
Financial Aid applications for new applicants are due by December 15th, 2025. No consideration for financial aid will be made unless the student has been accepted to the School. Qualified families whose applications for financial aid are submitted correctly and on time are given priority in the distribution of funds. New applicant families who submit aid applications after December 15, 2025, are evaluated on a funds available basis.
Financial Aid Policies
Recipients of financial aid must reapply to confirm need-based eligibility every two years, and all financial aid information is kept confidential. The School and Foundation endeavor to support as many current and newly enrolled students as possible; however, our financial aid budget is limited and Dwight receives more applications than our funding can support. Financial aid decisions are based on demonstrated need. All financial aid applications are reviewed confidentially, comprehensively and individually.
Additional Financial Planning Options
To simplify their financial planning and reduce the cost for an independent school education, families may make lump sum payments in advance. As an alternative to paying your school fees termly, you can now opt to pay your school fees and extras via monthly repayments through School Fee Plan.
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Other Important Considerations
- VAT on Education Services: As of January 1, 2025, all education services provided by a private school were made subject to VAT at the standard rate of 20%.
- Withdrawal Policy: Once the Student has commenced his/her enrolment at the School, Parents must give one full Term’s written notice before withdrawing the Student from the School or a Term’s fees will be payable in lieu of notice. The School reserves the right to retain the Deposit for enrolments of less than one academic year.
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