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Independent Grades PK–12

Bellingham Academy Tuition 2026

Annual tuition: $18,200/year47% above national avg . Located in Bellingham, Washington.

$18,200
Annual Tuition
$1,517
Per Month
927
Enrolled Students
$302,608
K–12 Total Est.

How Bellingham Academy Compares

Bellingham Academy $18,200/yr
Washington Average $13,450/yr
National Average $12,350/yr

Bellingham Academy tuition is 35% above Washington avg.

Tuition by Grade Level

Elementary (K–5)
Estimated — lower grades typically 15–20% below school average.
$15,500/yr
Middle School (6–8)
Near the school average.
$18,200/yr
High School (9–12)
Estimated — upper grades typically 15–20% above school average.
$21,800/yr

K–12 Total Cost Projection

At $18,200/year with 4% annual tuition increases, sending one child through K–12 at Bellingham Academy would cost approximately:

$302,608

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
Bellingham, WA
Affiliation
Independent
Grades Offered
PK–12
Enrollment
927 students
School Type
Independent
Data Source
NCES PSS 2021–22

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Bellingham Academy tuition cost?

Bellingham Academy charges $18,200/year in 2026 — 47% above the national average of $12,350/year national average. Located in Bellingham, Washington. Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey.

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

At the current tuition of $18,200/year with 4% annual increases, the projected K–12 total for Bellingham Academy is approximately $302,608. This estimate assumes tuition increases at the historical 3–5% annual rate for private schools.

How does Bellingham Academy tuition compare to other Washington private schools?

Bellingham Academy's tuition of $18,200/year is $4,750 above the Washington private school average of $13,450/year. This places it among the higher-cost private schools in Washington.

Does Bellingham 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 Bellingham 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.