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Independent Grades PK–12

Chapel Hill Day School Tuition 2026

Annual tuition: $16,700/year35% above national avg . Located in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

$16,700
Annual Tuition
$1,392
Per Month
680
Enrolled Students
$277,668
K–12 Total Est.

How Chapel Hill Day School Compares

Chapel Hill Day School $16,700/yr
North Carolina Average $10,250/yr
National Average $12,350/yr

Chapel Hill Day School tuition is 63% above North Carolina avg.

Tuition by Grade Level

Elementary (K–5)
Estimated — lower grades typically 15–20% below school average.
$14,200/yr
Middle School (6–8)
Near the school average.
$16,700/yr
High School (9–12)
Estimated — upper grades typically 15–20% above school average.
$20,000/yr

K–12 Total Cost Projection

At $16,700/year with 4% annual tuition increases, sending one child through K–12 at Chapel Hill Day School would cost approximately:

$277,668

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
Chapel Hill, NC
Affiliation
Independent
Grades Offered
PK–12
Enrollment
680 students
School Type
Independent
Data Source
NCES PSS 2021–22

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Chapel Hill Day School tuition cost?

Chapel Hill Day School charges $16,700/year in 2026 — 35% above the national average of $12,350/year national average. Located in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey.

What is the total cost of attending Chapel Hill Day School from K–12?

At the current tuition of $16,700/year with 4% annual increases, the projected K–12 total for Chapel Hill Day School is approximately $277,668. This estimate assumes tuition increases at the historical 3–5% annual rate for private schools.

How does Chapel Hill Day School tuition compare to other North Carolina private schools?

Chapel Hill Day School's tuition of $16,700/year is $6,450 above the North Carolina private school average of $10,250/year. This places it among the higher-cost private schools in North Carolina.

Does Chapel Hill Day School 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 Chapel Hill Day School'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.