Understanding Moses Brown School Tuition and Affordability
Moses Brown School, a co-educational, Quaker, college preparatory school in Providence, Rhode Island, offers education from pre-kindergarten through secondary school. Founded in 1784, the school has a long history of academic excellence and a commitment to fostering character and confidence in young people. This article delves into the tuition structure at Moses Brown School, available financial aid options, and the overall cost considerations for prospective families.
A Look at Moses Brown School
Moses Brown School is located in the College Hill neighborhood of Providence, RI. With a rich history, the school was founded by Moses Brown (1738-1836), a member of the Brown family. The school opened in 1784 at Portsmouth Friends Meeting House in Portsmouth, Rhode Island. In 1904, the school was renamed "Moses Brown School" to honor its benefactor and advocate. The school is known for its commitment to academic excellence, a dedication to great teaching, and a focus on fostering character and confidence in young people. The school's stunning 33-acre campus provides expansive academic, athletic, and artistic facilities right in the heart of Providence.
Tuition and Fees
Moses Brown School's yearly tuition is $50,000. This figure places it among the more expensive private schools in the region. However, the school is committed to making tuition affordable for all families.
Financial Aid Opportunities
Moses Brown School recognizes the importance of socio-economic diversity and offers a comprehensive financial aid program. With over $8.8 million awarded this year in need-based financial aid to qualifying families, 45% of Moses Brown students benefit from the school’s financial aid program. Financial aid awards range from 5% to 95% of the cost of tuition.
The school uses the Clarity Financial Aid Platform to determine a family’s level of financial need. This platform considers assets, income, expenses, and debts to provide a comprehensive assessment. Families interested in applying for financial aid should create a Clarity account to begin the process. The application typically takes less than 30 minutes to complete.
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*The application fee may be waived in cases of demonstrated financial need.
Scholarship Programs
Moses Brown School has announced the largest scholarship endowment in its history, thanks to a $5.1 million commitment. This gift establishes the Moses Brown Scholarship for Academic Excellence and Leadership - a $25,000 merit-based scholarship continuable each year for four years, to be awarded annually to two incoming 9th-grade students starting in the spring of 2026. The Upper School admissions committee will identify two students whose intellectual curiosity will spark deep engagement with peers through inquiry, reflection, and collaboration.
RISE and Early RISErs Camp Costs and Discounts
Moses Brown School also offers RISE and Early RISErs camps. For these camps, discounts are available: $25 off each full-day week and $12 off each half-day week starting at week two. Campers registering for all seven weeks of full-day RISE receive $200 off total tuition. Multi-week discounts begin at week three for both full-day and half-day camps.
A limited amount of assistance is available for RISE and Early RISERs camps for qualified families experiencing financial hardship, awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis. When applying for RISE Financial Aid, it is important to carefully follow the step-by-step instructions on the application and to avoid registering for RISE camps online, as the school cannot refund or credit any potential scholarship funds once a payment is submitted.
Application Process
The admission applications for the 2026-27 school year are currently available. The school prefers the Moses Brown School application (nursery through 12th grades) and also accepts the Standard Application Online (SAO) (1st through 12th grades). The application fee is $55. The deadline to submit all items on the application checklist for priority consideration is February 1.
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Additional Cost Considerations
Beyond tuition, families should also budget for additional expenses such as fees, uniforms, and other extras.
Academic and Extracurricular Opportunities
Moses Brown School offers a wide range of academic and extracurricular opportunities for its students. The school offers 19 AP courses. The school also has 70% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Ninth and tenth grade students are offered limited flexibility in their courses, in order to expose them to a varied selection of topics. English is the only subject mandated through four years in the Upper School. Students must study a single language for three years, and lab sciences for two. There is a requirement for a comparative religions class. Students are also required to take a minimum of two semesters of fine art courses.
Moses Brown School offers 16 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Winter Track.
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