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Education Costs in Boston

School fees and tuition — drawn from the childcare basket.

All prices in USD; switch currency above the table.

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Section Description
Education Costs in Boston: price table 2 items with median prices and high–low ranges.
Compare to similar cities Cities with comparable cost tier and region.
Other categories in Boston Jump to housing, food, transport, utilities, and more.
Education FAQs for Boston Common questions about pricing, units, and refresh cadence.

Education Costs in Boston

School fees and tuition — drawn from the childcare basket.

  • Private Full-Day Preschool or Kindergarten, Monthly Fee per Child $2,885
    $2,550 – $3,500
  • International Primary School, Annual Tuition per Child $35,893
    $27,570 – $48,620

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Education in Boston: FAQs

How much does education cost in Boston?
School fees and tuition — drawn from the childcare basket. Per-item prices for Boston are listed above.
Are these education prices in USD?
Yes — every price on this page is normalized to US Dollars. Use the currency switcher above the table to convert to your local currency.
How current is the education data for Boston?
Prices were last refreshed on May 11, 2026. We refresh from public price databases on a scheduled cadence.
What's not included on this page?
This page focuses on education. For an end-to-end monthly budget — rent + food + utilities + transit — see the Boston main cost-of-living page.