Affording Morristown Beard

Intended as a supplement to family resources, financial aid awards are made not only to families whose ability to pay is extremely limited, but also to those of more substantial means who may need only a minor subsidy to meet the tuition costs. Any families who feel they need financial assistance are encouraged to request it. Please know that the Financial Aid Committee assumes that each family receiving financial assistance will make the funding of their child’s education a priority over other experiences such as enrichment programs, family trips, and summer camps.

MBS families may select one of three payment plans. 

• A ten-month plan, beginning July 1, allows for equal payments to cover the cost of one year's tuition. 
• Families may opt to pay in two installments – 60% of tuition due July 1 with the remaining 40% to be paid by November 15 or November 30.
• Finally, a family can pay in a lump-sum payment, due on July 1. 
   

Tuition includes the core academic instruction for one school year, as well as lunch. Families can anticipate that tuition will increase by 3-6% every year. 

Families can expect to pay additional costs as part of the Morristown Beard School community experience. Please note that costs are an estimate, based on what classes, sports, and clubs a student might participate in, and subject to change year over year.

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Required Costs

Technology

• Apple iPad or Macbook: $500–1600 (depends on the model/system selected)
• TI Calculator: $160

Books

• Middle School: $300
• High School: $500

Classroom Supplies

• Middle School: $80
• High School: $150

School Events (field trips, mixers, prom)

• Middle School: $200
• High School: $300

Optional Costs

Athletics

• $250–500 per season. Please note that ice hockey costs are between $1100–1600

Clubs

• All clubs are free to join, though some clubs might require travel for tournaments or events (for example, Model UN)

AP Exams

• $50 per test

Transportation

• $5,750 (round trip). The 6:30 PM late bus is an additional $500.

Breakfast and After School Snack Options

• $6-20 per day

Depending on the financial aid award given, some students may have other required costs included beyond the instructional tuition. Awards may include: technology, books, transportation, field trip, or club/sport expenses. For more detailed information, please contact Sarah Ellerton, Director of Admission and Financial Aid at sellerton@mbs.net or 973-539-3032.

Financial need is defined as the difference between the cost of an MBS education and a family's ability to contribute to that cost. We believe that families have an obligation to provide for their child's education to the extent that they are able, and therefore utilize the services of Clarity to help determine a family's eligibility for aid. Several factors including income, assets, liabilities, and the number of children in tuition-charging schools are taken into consideration. In order to apply, families must complete the Clarity application, and file copies of the required documents with Clarity by the deadlines below. More details are available on Clarity’s website. 

We encourage any families with questions to call or email Sarah Ellerton, Director of Admission and Financial Aid.

While you're welcome to call or email our office at any time, the team at Clarity is hosting webinars for families.

Sept 24 - 6:30 PM (Eastern Time)
Sept 25 - 7 PM (Pacific Time)
Oct 28 -  6:30 PM (Eastern Time)
Oct 29 - 7 PM (Pacific Time)
Dec 10 - 5:30 PM (Pacific Time)

We will update the registration link for families as it becomes available!

Please find a recording here.