Is boarding school more expensive than day school?

Yep, boarding schools cost more, and it’s not just a small difference. When you’re paying for a boarding school, you’re signing up for the full package: room, board, meals, and a non-stop academic-social mashup that’s basically Hogwarts with Wi-Fi.

On the other hand, day schools usually cover just the school day, but don’t be fooled—they can still top $40K a year. The premium for boarding is the 24/7 immersion: your kid lives and breathes school life, builds independence, and learns how to navigate everything from late-night study sessions to cafeteria politics. So yeah, it’s more intense and the price reflects that.