Tuition & Financial Assistance

Independent school education is an investment in your children's future, perhaps the most important one you can make.

When children love learning from an early age—because they feel known and challenged, and learn from teachers who nurture their individuality—they develop confidence, critical thinking skills and compassion.

We understand that independent school requires a significant financial commitment and takes careful planning. To provide support and make Foote an affordable option for families and within our school. Foote offers a program of need-based financial assistance.

Tuition 2025–2026 School Year

Tuition

K–5: $32,650

6–8: $41,460

Grade 9: $43,460

Tuition Refund Insurance

Tuition Refund Insurance, offered through A.W.G. Dewar, Inc. has been enhanced to 75% coverage (up from 60% previously) and now includes a job relocation benefit beginning July 1, 2025. The cost rate to families has decreased from 1.7% to 1.0% of net tuition, and it will be required for all families who do not pay tuition in full by July 1, 2025. Tuition Refund Insurance is optional for those who choose the one-payment plan, but it is highly encouraged for all families.

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Financial Assistance

We offer financial assistance based on a family's need.

Our aim is to provide access to a Foote education to qualified students whose families might otherwise not be able to afford the full tuition.

Did you know?

1/4 of our students receive financial assistance.

We award $2.5M in financial assistance annually.

You might ask:

How much might my family pay?

The table below shows the income ranges of families receiving financial assistance and what they pay toward tuition on average. The Family contribution is defined as the total amount a family pays toward tuition, whether they have one child or multiple children enrolled at the school.

Family Income	Family Contribution Range	Avg. Family Contribution
$0–50,000	$500–2,000	Less than $1,000
$50,001–100,000	$1,000–2,170	$3,500
$100,001–150,000	$2,500–29,900	$9,600
$150,001–200,000	$12,000–30,400	$20,600
$200,001–250,000	$11,600–$42,000	$25,900

Is income the only consideration?

The financial assistance analysis is not based solely on a family’s total income. Other factors considered include: assets; federal taxes paid; parents' student loan debt; number of children in full-day, tuition-charging schools; and number in the household.

The best way to determine your eligibility is to speak with Alexandra Zagmout, Director of Admissions. Click here to email the admissions department, or call 203-777-3464.

What does tuition include?

Are there additional fees?

Program	Cost	Information
Lower School After School Program (ASP)	$27/day	ASP runs until 5:30 p.m. Families who receive financial assistance will receive the same percentage of aid toward Lower School ASP
Middle School After School Program (ASP)	$50/season
Athletics, grades 6–9	$50/season	Practices are Monday– Thursday, 3:15 to 4:45 p.m. for fall and spring; during the winter term, the practice schedule differs due to space considerations.
Vacation Program	$60/half day; $100/full day	A full-day vacation program is offered to families during most school vacation days from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Families who receive financial assistance for tuition will receive a discount for this program.
Mini Courses	$100 -$150 range	Weekly class for 8 weeks. For students already enrolled in the after school program there is a discount.
Music Lessons	$43/half-hour lesson; $100 registration fee	Weekly private lessons are offered on the Foote campus between 3:15 and 5:30 p.m.
Ninth Grade Trip	$4,100	This 10- to 14-day class trip is an optional experience. Families who receive financial assistance for tuition will receive the same percentage of aid toward the trip.

How do I apply for financial assistance?

Learn More about Financial Assistance at Foote

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