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Independent Grades PK–12

Duluth Preparatory Academy Tuition 2026

Annual tuition: $14,100/year14% above national avg . Located in Duluth, Minnesota.

$14,100
Annual Tuition
$1,175
Per Month
1,194
Enrolled Students
$234,440
K–12 Total Est.

How Duluth Preparatory Academy Compares

Duluth Preparatory Academy $14,100/yr
Minnesota Average $9,850/yr
National Average $12,350/yr

Duluth Preparatory Academy tuition is 43% above Minnesota avg.

Tuition by Grade Level

Elementary (K–5)
Estimated — lower grades typically 15–20% below school average.
$12,000/yr
Middle School (6–8)
Near the school average.
$14,100/yr
High School (9–12)
Estimated — upper grades typically 15–20% above school average.
$16,900/yr

K–12 Total Cost Projection

At $14,100/year with 4% annual tuition increases, sending one child through K–12 at Duluth Preparatory Academy would cost approximately:

$234,440

Estimate assumes 13 years (K–12) at 4% annual increase. Actual costs vary — contact the school for current rates. Use our calculator for your state's average →

School Information

Location
Duluth, MN
Affiliation
Independent
Grades Offered
PK–12
Enrollment
1,194 students
School Type
Independent
Data Source
NCES PSS 2021–22

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Duluth Preparatory Academy tuition cost?

Duluth Preparatory Academy charges $14,100/year in 2026 — 14% above the national average of $12,350/year national average. Located in Duluth, Minnesota. Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey.

What is the total cost of attending Duluth Preparatory Academy from K–12?

At the current tuition of $14,100/year with 4% annual increases, the projected K–12 total for Duluth Preparatory Academy is approximately $234,440. This estimate assumes tuition increases at the historical 3–5% annual rate for private schools.

How does Duluth Preparatory Academy tuition compare to other Minnesota private schools?

Duluth Preparatory Academy's tuition of $14,100/year is $4,250 above the Minnesota private school average of $9,850/year. This places it among the higher-cost private schools in Minnesota.

Does Duluth Preparatory Academy offer financial aid?

Most private schools, including independent private schools, offer need-based financial aid. Nationally, about 27% of private school students receive aid averaging 48% of tuition. Contact Duluth Preparatory Academy's admissions office directly for current aid availability and application requirements.

Tuition data sourced from the NCES Private School Universe Survey 2021–22. Figures represent reported or estimated annual tuition. Actual costs may vary — contact the school directly for current tuition, fees, and financial aid information. Data last updated March 2026.