Tuition & Financial Aid

A Marshall School education provides your child with a strong foundation for lifelong learning, in a community where students are known, engaged, and empowered.

We understand that for most families, an independent school education requires thoughtful planning. Hilltopper families recognize the value of an education rooted in core values of intellectual curiosity, integrity, respect, strong academic habits, self-discipline, and compassion.

We’re committed to making a Marshall education accessible to families across a broad financial spectrum, with aid options that personalize tuition according to each family's circumstances.

Around 60% of Marshall families utilize financial aid, affirming our commitment to supporting families in creating an exceptional lasting foundation for their children.

Marshall partners with Clarity for confidential, online financial aid application processing. The application considers assets, income, debts, and other factors; it is mobile-friendly, takes about 30 minutes, syncs with IRS documents for convenience, and allows you to save your progress to return at any time.
 

Begin clarity financial aid application

Questions?
Contact: admissions@marshallschool.org

October 1 
Clarity opens for financial aid applications for the 2026-2027 school year

December
Board of Trustees releases tuition for 2026-2027

January 21
Financial aid applications due for first-round processing

February 2
First-round aid award notifications sent to new Kindergarten families

February 23
First-round aid award notifications sent to new grades 1-12 families

Ongoing
* Enrollment applications accepted until grade level capacity

Ongoing
* Aid applications accepted until funds deplete

The Hilltopper Scholarship is a competitive merit-based financial award ranging from $2,500 to $5,000 that is available to new incoming students in grades 6 through 10, and renewable each year. Students who apply for the scholarship are evaluated on their academic performance, character, community involvement, and submission of an essay. Please inquire with the admissions team for more information.

 Q:  Why does Marshall offer assisted tuition?
A:  Marshall is dedicated to offering the region’s best education while making it accessible. We tailor tuition to household incomes to support families from various financial backgrounds, creating a community-focused investment in education.

Q:  Can tuition be paid over time?
A:  Yes! We offer monthly and bi-annual payment plans in addition to a one-time payment option.

Q:  Are discounts available for multiple students?
A:  Yes! Families with three or more children enrolled are eligible for a discount.

Q:  What if parents are separated or divorced?
A:  We ask each parent to complete a separate application. However, we are available to discuss individual situations.

Q:  When should we apply?
A:  Apply by February 14, 2025 for first-round aid processing, with awards announced in mid-March. Applications after that deadline are accepted on a rolling basis until funds are depleted.

Q:  How do special circumstances affect aid? Can we re-apply or appeal if our financial situation changes?
A:  Include details in your application’s notes section. For questions, or if something changes, please contact our Director of Enrollment for personalized support.

Q:  What types of expenses should we expect beyond tuition?
A:  Almost all fees are included in tuition. Families may pay additional amounts for add-ons such as meal plans, snack accounts, extracurriculars or athletics, afterschool care, or unexpected field trips.

Q:  Are aid awards renewable each year?
A:  No. Please re-apply each year to receive aid tailored to your current circumstances.