St. Johnsbury Academy

St. Johnsbury, VT

Financials

Source year 2023-2024 · Tuition source · Verified August 13, 2026

Day tuition (2023-2024)

$18,000

Boarding tuition (2023-2024)

$67,700

Financial aid

35% of students

Enrollment

900

Student:Teacher

11:1

Founded

1842

What St. Johnsbury Academy actually costs

Estimates — verify with the school

Published tuition is only part of the picture. This projection adds the costs families actually pay (tuition source year 2023-2024), with ~4%/yr tuition inflation.

Program

Distance from home

Years attending

Expected financial aid0% of tuition

35% of students at this school receive aid. Use the school's net price calculator for your family's real number.

Year 1 real cost

$76,400

vs $67,700 published tuition

4-year total

$323,883

incl. $36,398 beyond tuition

Hidden costs per year

Books, laptop & course materials$800
Athletics gear & team fees$900
Activities, trips & event fees$1,200
Travel home & breaks$2,000
Dorm setup & storage$400
Spending money & incidentals$2,400
Health & student fees$1,000

About

St. Johnsbury Academy is a large co-ed boarding and day school in northern Vermont serving both local and international students. One of the most affordable boarding options in New England with a full range of AP courses, strong arts programs, and competitive athletics.

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