Tuition
An investment in your child’s future.
We understand that sending your child to Darlington School is a significant investment, but rest assured it is one that will pay big dividends for your child’s future. Our students graduate with the confidence, connections, and compassion they need to succeed in college and their career, and be meaningful contributors to the greater good.
PAYMENT PLANS
Darlington partners with Veracross, an independent provider, which offers a platform called VCPay for parents to make online payments safely and securely. Several payment plans are available to accommodate your budget.
Tuition & Fees for 2026-2027
Pre-K to 2
VIEW DAY TUITION BROCHURE (PDF)
Tuition
Tuition includes lunch.
$14,470
Family Fee
This fee provides each family membership to every parent organization and all benefits of membership.
$100
Curriculum Fee
This fee allows Darlington to provide books and other required instructional resources. Families will not be required to purchase books unless additional copies are needed beyond those provided electronically or in class.
$200
Yearbook
$90
Uniforms
Uniforms are required for all students; however, the expense varies depending upon uniform items purchased.
$300-400+
Grades 3-5
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Tuition
Tuition includes lunch.
$17,040
Family Fee
This fee provides each family membership to every parent organization and all benefits of membership.
$100
Curriculum Fee
This fee allows Darlington to provide books and other required instructional resources. Families will not be required to purchase books unless additional copies are needed beyond those provided electronically or in class.
$200
Technology Fee: Grades 4 and 5 only
This fee helps to offset the cost of instructional technology tools and infrastructure, including software and a school-provided iPad for grades 4 to 5.
$250
Yearbook
$90
Uniforms
Uniforms are required for all students; however, the expense varies depending upon uniform items purchased.
$300-400+
Grades 6-8
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Tuition
Tuition includes lunch.
$20,340
Family Fee
This fee provides each family membership to every parent organization and all benefits of membership.
$100
Curriculum Fee
This fee allows Darlington to provide books and other required instructional resources. Families will not be required to purchase books unless additional copies are needed beyond those provided electronically or in class.
$200
Technology Fee
This fee helps to offset the cost of instructional technology tools and infrastructure, including software and a school-provided MacBook for grades 6 to 12.
$475
Yearbook
$90
Uniforms
Uniforms are required for all students; however, the expense varies depending upon uniform items purchased.
$300-400+
Grades 9-12 Day
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Tuition
Tuition includes breakfast and lunch.
$25,820
Family Fee
This fee provides each family membership to every parent organization and all benefits of membership.
$100
Curriculum Fee
This fee allows Darlington to provide books and other required instructional resources. Families will not be required to purchase books unless additional copies are needed beyond those provided electronically or in class.
$200
Technology Fee
This fee helps to offset the cost of instructional technology tools and infrastructure, including software and a school-provided MacBook for grades 6 to 12.
$475
Yearbook
$90
Uniforms
Uniforms are required for all students; however, the expense varies depending upon uniform items purchased.
$500+
AP Exams
All students taking an Advanced Placement (AP) course are required to take the AP Exam. Some courses (like AP Economics Macro/Micro) have two exams.
$100 per exam
Grades 9-12 Domestic Boarding
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Tuition
Tuition includes all meals.
$60,810
Family Fee
This fee provides each family membership to every parent organization and all benefits of membership.
$100
Curriculum Fee
This fee allows Darlington to provide books and other required instructional resources. Families will not be required to purchase books unless additional copies are needed beyond those provided electronically or in class.
$200
Technology Fee
This fee helps to offset the cost of instructional technology tools and infrastructure, including software and a school-provided MacBook for grades 6 to 12.
$475
Yearbook
$90
Uniforms
Uniforms are required for all students; however, the expense varies depending upon uniform items purchased.
$500+
AP Exams
All students taking an Advanced Placement (AP) course are required to take the AP Exam. Some courses (like AP Economics Macro/Micro) have two exams.
$100 per exam
Grades 9-12 International Boarding
VIEW INTERNATIONAL BOARDING TUITION BROCHURE (PDF)
Tuition
Tuition includes all meals.
$65,370
Family Fee
This fee provides each family membership to every parent organization and all benefits of membership.
$100
Curriculum Fee
This fee allows Darlington to provide books and other required instructional resources. Families will not be required to purchase books unless additional copies are needed beyond those provided electronically or in class.
$200
Technology Fee
This fee helps to offset the cost of instructional technology tools and infrastructure, including software and a school-provided MacBook for grades 6 to 12.
$475
Yearbook
$90
International Health Insurance
This fee provides health insurance coverage in the United States during the 2026‑2027 school year.
$2,595–10 months
$2,895–12 months
Uniforms
Uniforms are required for all students; however, the expense varies depending upon uniform items purchased.
$500+
AP Exams
All students taking an Advanced Placement (AP) course are required to take the AP Exam. Some courses (like AP Economics Macro/Micro) have two exams.
$100 per exam
Optional Programs
Accelerated Learning Program for Dyslexia
$6,000 per year
Focusing on grades 2-5, this program provides necessary remediation with experienced learning specialists, while enabling students with dyslexia who are enrolled in the program to benefit from the full Darlington School experience.
Click here for more information.
Arts Academy
Conservatory (Grades 9-12)
$1,290 Per Semester
$2,380 Per Year
Private Lessons (Fees Per Semester) (Grades 1-12)
Private Lessons:
(12) - 30 Minute Lessons: $360
(12) - 45 Minute Lessons: $510
(12) - 60 Minute Lessons: $660
Group Instruction (Visual Art Only) (Grades 1-12):
Group Instruction:
(6) - 30 Minute Classes: $180
(6) - 45 Minute Classes: $255
(6) - 60 Minute Classes: $330
Click here for more information.
Golf Academy (Grades 9-12)
Fees for Upper School Non Coosa Country Club Members (Grades 9-12)
Full year, full-time training $10,200
One semester, full-time training
$5,350
Fees for Upper School Coosa Country Club Members
Full year, full-time training
$5,500
One semester, full-time training $3,500
Fees include practice balls, fittings, assessments, coaching, uniforms, transportation to/from Coosa Country Club, golf bags or travel bag, and related training activities. Tournament entry fees and event travel are not included.
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Soccer Academy (Grades 9-12)
$8,000 per year
Fee includes training, US Club registration, Soccer Academy gear, recruiting assistance, college guidance, tournament/showcase entry fees, college scrimmage opportunities, team tactical video analysis and video footage of games.
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Tennis Academy (Grades 9-12)
Full year, full-time training
$6,300
One semester, full-time training
$3,700
USTA Tournament Travel $100-300 per player per tournament
Click here for more information.
Contact Us
To learn more about how we can help make Darlington School more affordable for your family, please contact the Admission Office at (706) 236-0436 or email our admission team.
