Admissions

Tuition & Costs

"When we first started the Linsly Admissions process, we were asking 'How can we afford this for our children.' After visiting the school and meeting with faculty and administration, we changed our thought process to 'How can we not afford this for our children.' The value at Linsly lies in the relationships forged on a daily basis and the exposure to classmates from all over the world."

- Joe Giovengo, Linsly parent

2023-24 Tuition

Middle School Day Student - $20,725
Middle School (7-Day) Boarding Student - $48,500

Upper School Day Student - $23,050
Upper School (7-Day) Boarding Student - $50,825

* A 5-Day Boarding Option is available for families who qualify based on proximity to Linsly. Ask the admissions office to find out if you qualify.
"Linsly is a community where everyone takes the time to help student tap into their individual potential, both in and out of the classroom. The teachers genuinely care for the students, and our son's successes have been reflected in his honors reports. I can't say enough about the return on investment we have seen in five years at Linsly."

The comment above from one of our current parents goes to the heart of why our faculty, advisors, coaches, and staff come to work every day: to bring out the very best in all of our students and to give them a "leg-up" as they realize their future potential. That's because Linsly remains deeply committed to providing students with an academically challenging curriculum, inspiring lifelong learning, providing leadership opportunities, promoting values-rich character development, and is dedicated to a well-rounded college preparatory experience. The proof is evident because, in addition to our exceptional college placement record, Linsly students graduate as well-rounded citizens and civic-minded members of society.

Affording a Linsly experience

We know a Linsly education is an investment in your son or daughter's future. Linsly enrolls boarding school and day school students who are committed to our mission of promoting academic excellence, inspiring lifelong learning, developing future leaders, and emphasizing character development. 

We see a Linsly education as giving the greatest gift ever to your child. Thus, we distributed over $5 million in financial aid annually. We work hard to make the “Linsly Experience” accessible to our students as we enroll a highly capable and diverse student body. 

When completing the admission application, indicating if you are applying for financial aid is important. We can begin to help you with the financial aid process should we know ahead of time.
 
 

Financial Aid - Frequently Asked Questions

List of 13 frequently asked questions.

  • How do I start the financial aid process with Clarity?

    To get started, please go to the Clarity Application and create an account. Our school code is 3920. The application typically takes less than 30 minutes to complete. The Clarity Application is also mobile-friendly so you can complete it from anywhere. You are also able to save your progress and return at any time. At the end of the application, there is a $55 fee to submit, and you can share your application with additional schools that accept the Clarity Application for no additional charge. Simply use the dropdown menu in the application to select those schools.

    Please remember to return to your dashboard after you complete and submit your Clarity Application.

    The deadline for completing the financial aid application including relevant supplemental documents is no later than March 1st for initial review for returning students and May 1st for new students.

    If you need support during the process of completing your application, there is in-app support available as well as email support at support@claritytuition.com in both English and Spanish. The application itself is also fully translated into Spanish. 

  • What application do I need to complete to be eligible for financial aid and the Named Scholarship program?

    The Linsly School Financial Aid and Named Scholarship program is designed to make a Linsly education possible for all families based on demonstrated financial need and the availability of funds. The Linsly School is proud to use the Clarity Application to determine a family’s level of financial need based on the information that families share in the application which includes assets, income, expenses, and debts.

  • Why did Linsly switch to use Clarity for Financial Aid purposes?

    We have chosen Clarity as our financial aid application provider in order to better serve both our current and prospective families. We are confident that this change is going to make the process of applying for financial aid easier for families. 

    You can find more information about Clarity here - FAQs

  • Can International families apply for financial aid?

    The Linsly School does offer financial aid to international students. Families will need to complete the International Student Aid Form from SSS. Please contact us at admit@linsly.org for further assistance.

  • How do I apply for Financial Aid?

    • The Linsly School uses a third party to collect families ability to pay. Currently, we are switching to a different financial aid vendor. We will send additional information once the application becomes available. If you have questions, please call our office at 304.233.1436.
    • Here are additional information for International families - Tips on Completing the Financial Aid process

  • Does Linsly offer any athletic, arts, or academic scholarships?

    • The Linsly School does not offer any athletic or art scholarships. We do value these extracurricular activities and they will be considered when applying to Linsly. 
    • The Linsly School does have an extensive Named Scholarship Program. Many of these scholarships will have different requirements based on the donor. We encourage you to review these scholarships. All Named Scholarships are awarded to new, incoming students. 

  • How do I apply for financial aid if I am separated or divorced? What parents need to complete the financial aid application?

    The Linsly School works with many different scenarios. If an applicant’s parents are separated or divorced, both custodial parents need to complete the Clarity Financial Aid Application. In addition, if an applicant’s parent is remarried, the step-parent’s information should be included in the Clarity Financial Aid Application.

  • What if I have more than one child?

    The Clarity Financial Aid Application allows our Linsly families to complete one application for their entire family.

  • Is the financial aid process confidential?

    The Linsly School uses Clarity to store all financial information. Only the members of the financial aid committee have access to this information.

  • What tax year is required to complete financial aid?

    When completing the Clarity Financial Aid Application, they will request access to your previous year tax information or the current year information. We know some families will not have their current year information completed by January 1. In these cases, please contact the Admissions Office.

  • We received financial aid for the first year, will we receive the same amount in the years to follow?

    Every year, families will need to reapply for financial aid. At the Linsly School, we work hard to understand every family's situation. Much of the time, financial aid awards remain the same unless there is a significant change in a family's financial situation. Linsly's tuition is subject to increase each year.

  • What is Linsly’s tuition for the 2023-24 school year?

    • Middle School Day Student is $20,725.
    • Upper School Day Student is $23,050.
    • Middle School Boarding Student is $48,500.
    • Upper School Boarding Student is $50,825.
    • Our boarding cost of attendance includes tuition, fees, room and board. The cost does not include international health insurance.

  • What if I have more questions?

    Please contact the Admissions Office with any questions: 

    R.J. Zitzelsberger - rzitzelsberger@linsly.org
    Crissy D'Aquila - cdaquila@linsly.org

    Admissions Office - 304.233.1436

Affording Linsly - Frequently Asked Questions

List of 9 frequently asked questions.

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