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New York City Academy Tuition 2026

Annual tuition: $28,600/year132% above national avg . Located in New York City, New York.

$28,600
Annual Tuition
$2,383
Per Month
436
Enrolled Students
$475,528
K–12 Total Est.

How New York City Academy Compares

New York City Academy $28,600/yr
New York Average $20,150/yr
National Average $12,350/yr

New York City Academy tuition is 42% above New York avg.

Tuition by Grade Level

Elementary (K–5)
Estimated — lower grades typically 15–20% below school average.
$24,300/yr
Middle School (6–8)
Near the school average.
$28,600/yr
High School (9–12)
Estimated — upper grades typically 15–20% above school average.
$34,300/yr

K–12 Total Cost Projection

At $28,600/year with 4% annual tuition increases, sending one child through K–12 at New York City Academy would cost approximately:

$475,528

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
New York City, NY
Affiliation
Independent
Grades Offered
PK–12
Enrollment
436 students
School Type
Independent
Data Source
NCES PSS 2021–22

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does New York City Academy tuition cost?

New York City Academy charges $28,600/year in 2026 — 132% above the national average of $12,350/year national average. Located in New York City, New York. Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey.

What is the total cost of attending New York City Academy from K–12?

At the current tuition of $28,600/year with 4% annual increases, the projected K–12 total for New York City Academy is approximately $475,528. This estimate assumes tuition increases at the historical 3–5% annual rate for private schools.

How does New York City Academy tuition compare to other New York private schools?

New York City Academy's tuition of $28,600/year is $8,450 above the New York private school average of $20,150/year. This places it among the higher-cost private schools in New York.

Does New York City 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 New York City 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.