Tuition & Financial Aid

Field believes in socioeconomic diversity as a part of its commitment to inclusivity. Our Board of Trustees sets tuition annually after carefully considering what the school needs to educate students according to our mission: Students discover their authentic selves and distinctive paths to become empathetic, creative thinkers who act boldly to shape our shared future.

Tuition for the 2023-24 School Year
Middle School (grades 6-8) $52,750
Upper School: (grades 9-12) $54,335  

Tuition insurance is offered through Dewars and is required for any family choosing the two-payment and 10-payment plans.

Financial Aid

At Field, we strive to create an inclusive community of learners that reflects the culturally, racially, and economically diverse population of the D.C. metropolitan area. Our financial aid program increases access to a Field education. Field's financial aid budget is roughly 15% of our total operating budget each year, and the program assists 20% of the student population. All financial aid is need-based. If you anticipate the need for financial aid at any time in your student's tenure at Field, you are strongly encouraged to apply for aid in your first year. The Field School has a careful process for allocating its financial aid budget each year and across graduating classes. Therefore, Field cannot consider applications from families returning to the school unless the need is newly arisen. In such cases, the school will do its best to offer aid to meet the needs within its budget, but financial aid is not guaranteed.

The Field School uses School and Student Services (SSS) to process financial aid applications. The code for The Field School is 200377.

Process & Deadlines

List of 2 items.

  • January 10, 2023: Financial Aid Applications are Due for Current Students

    Financial aid applications are due for current Field financial aid recipients and current Field first-time financial aid applicants. Awards will be sent with re-enrollment at the end of January. Provisional awards are based on the prior year’s (2021) tax return. 2022 tax returns must be submitted to SSS no later than April 30 to confirm the final award. If a family’s financial circumstance has changed significantly, the final award will be modified to reflect the change.

  • February 1, 2023: Financial Aid Applications Due for New Students

    Financial aid applications are due for new applicants to The Field School. All financial aid applicants must complete the Parent Financial Statement through SSS. You must also submit electronically, to SSS, a complete copy of your 2021 tax returns and W-2 forms. Parents who own their own business will be required to submit the appropriate business forms as well. 2022 tax returns must be submitted to SSS no later than April 30 to confirm the final award. If a family’s financial circumstance has changed significantly, the final award will be modified to reflect the change.
  
  

List of 3 frequently asked questions.

  • Q: How can I protect my tuition investment?

    The Field School offers tuition insurance through Dewars. Tuition insurance is required for any family choosing the two-payment and 10-payment plans.

  • Q: Are there any additional required fees, outside of tuition, for my student?

    Books and Supplies: Included in tuition$0
    Athletics: All expenses related to athletics participation are included in the tuition.$0
    New Student Fee: This is a one-time fee.$1,500
    12th Grade Fee: This fee offsets additional senior-year expenses related to class experiences and celebrations. Financial assistance is available to students who qualify.$550
    Transportation Fees: These annual fees are assessed for students who choose to use the Shuttle program. Financial support is available for students who qualify.  $1,500-$2,600
    Intersession/Internships: Field does not charge extra fees to participate in Intersession or Internships unless a student chooses to participate in an upper school travel program. Financial assistance is available for students who qualify.$0 for Intersession classes and Internships.
    Fees apply for travel programs.

  • Q: Do students need their own computers? 

    Every student must provide their own Apple-based laptop for school use. The School provides network access to devices for students' use during the school day. Support for obtaining a device is available for families who qualify.
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