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NYC Private School Tuition Hits $70,000 Amid Rising Costs

2/9/2026

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Private school tuition in New York City has surpassed $70,000 for the 2026-27 academic year.
Seven schools, including Spence and Dalton, charge over $70,000, led by Avenues at $75,300.
Tuition has risen by a median of 4.7%, outpacing local inflation.
Families seek private education amid concerns about public-school reforms under Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
Interest in financial aid and lower-cost Catholic and Jewish schools is growing.

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Story summary

Private school tuition in New York City has surpassed $70,000 for the 2026-27 academic year.
Seven schools, including Spence and Dalton, charge over $70,000, led by Avenues at $75,300.
Tuition has risen by a median of 4.7%, outpacing local inflation.
Families seek private education amid concerns about public-school reforms under Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
Interest in financial aid and lower-cost Catholic and Jewish schools is growing.