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Tuition & Financial Aid
We believe that an independent school education is an investment that will pay off in many ways throughout your lifetime. Making a 51Âþ» education accessible to families from many economic backgrounds is important to us.
Tuition for 2026–27
- Day student$33,000
- Domestic boarding$60,000
- International boarding$63,000
A single semester is available at 60% of the listed tuition.
Beyond tuition
We try to include as many activities as we can in tuition. Some costs are separate, such as textbooks, certain sports and activities, and IB exam fees for seniors.
Ways to pay
Discounts for paying early and for siblings, payment plans, and a Tuition Refund Plan (PDF) are available.
The fee information sheet has the current amounts, dates and terms.
Financial Aid
Need-based aid is available to all qualifying families. Awards are based on demonstrated financial need and student merit. All information is kept strictly confidential.
- January 15Priority deadline. Aid is seldom available after it.
- About 30 minutesOn any device, in English or Spanish.
51Âþ» uses the Clarity Application to assess financial need. Aid decisions are made separately from admission decisions.
Arizona Residents
Arizona residents have access to two scholarship programs. A student cannot receive both ESA and STO funding in the same year, and our team can help you decide what fits your family best.
Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA)
Education tax dollars follow your student to the school of your choice, covering tuition, supplies, tutoring and more.
School Tuition Organizations (STO)
STOs receive tax credit donations from individuals and corporations to fund private school scholarships. 51Âþ» participates in the STO program.
Partner STOs
If you are an Arizona resident exploring tuition assistance, we encourage you to apply to each of these:
Where This Fits
Applying for financial aid is step four of six on the way to 51Âþ». If you have not started yet, step one is a short request for information.
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