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Wilkes-Barre Preparatory Academy Tuition 2026

Annual tuition: $20,400/year65% above national avg . Located in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania.

$20,400
Annual Tuition
$1,700
Per Month
741
Enrolled Students
$339,189
K–12 Total Est.

How Wilkes-Barre Preparatory Academy Compares

Wilkes-Barre Preparatory Academy $20,400/yr
Pennsylvania Average $13,250/yr
National Average $12,350/yr

Wilkes-Barre Preparatory Academy tuition is 54% above Pennsylvania avg.

Tuition by Grade Level

Elementary (K–5)
Estimated — lower grades typically 15–20% below school average.
$17,300/yr
Middle School (6–8)
Near the school average.
$20,400/yr
High School (9–12)
Estimated — upper grades typically 15–20% above school average.
$24,500/yr

K–12 Total Cost Projection

At $20,400/year with 4% annual tuition increases, sending one child through K–12 at Wilkes-Barre Preparatory Academy would cost approximately:

$339,189

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
Wilkes-Barre, PA
Affiliation
Independent
Grades Offered
PK–12
Enrollment
741 students
School Type
Independent
Data Source
NCES PSS 2021–22

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Wilkes-Barre Preparatory Academy tuition cost?

Wilkes-Barre Preparatory Academy charges $20,400/year in 2026 — 65% above the national average of $12,350/year national average. Located in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey.

What is the total cost of attending Wilkes-Barre Preparatory Academy from K–12?

At the current tuition of $20,400/year with 4% annual increases, the projected K–12 total for Wilkes-Barre Preparatory Academy is approximately $339,189. This estimate assumes tuition increases at the historical 3–5% annual rate for private schools.

How does Wilkes-Barre Preparatory Academy tuition compare to other Pennsylvania private schools?

Wilkes-Barre Preparatory Academy's tuition of $20,400/year is $7,150 above the Pennsylvania private school average of $13,250/year. This places it among the higher-cost private schools in Pennsylvania.

Does Wilkes-Barre 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 Wilkes-Barre 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.