Tuition at top D.C. private schools now hovers around $40,000–$50,000 per year. Yes, it’s a stack. But don’t let the sticker price scare you. Many schools offer need-based grants, not loans. Georgetown Day School, for instance, awards over $6 million in aid annually.
There are also merit scholarships for specialized talents. Gonzaga College High School, an all-boys Jesuit school, offers the “Sophia Scholars” program for boys with exceptional writing skills. And the Holton-Arms School for girls has a “global studies” scholarship for students passionate about international affairs.
Fun little fact: The National Cathedral School has a fund specifically for families who work in public service—think teachers, diplomats, and journalists. It’s called the “Service Family Grant,” and it’s built into the budget.
