Affording a Gregory School Education
The Gregory School believes that economic diversity enriches the educational experience for all students. We are committed to welcoming a broad range of families, recognizing that such inclusion is essential to the strength and health of our school community.
Since our founding in 1980, The Gregory School has aspired to stand among the finest independent schools in the country—while remaining firmly rooted in a mission to serve Tucson’s talented and aspiring youth, regardless of economic background.
A commitment to inclusion is central to our educational philosophy and school culture. To help make a Gregory School education accessible, we offer need-based tuition assistance determined by a family’s demonstrated financial need.
In addition, families who do not qualify for need-based assistance can still reduce the cost of tuition through Arizona’s Individual Tax Credit Program or the Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA) offered by the Arizona Department of Education. Please note that families may not use both ESA funds and tax credit scholarships for the same student in the same school year.
School Tuition Organizations (STOs) such as Arizona Tuition Connection and the Institute for Better Education (IBE) can help all families navigate Arizona’s Tax Credit Program.
To support families in exploring the various funding options available to assist with tuition, we will be hosting a series of Affordability Workshops throughout the school year. These workshops will be held on campus on Wednesday evenings at 6:00 PM. This year’s scheduled dates are:
- September 17, 2025
- November 5, 2025
- January 28, 2026
- March 4, 2026
Register for an upcoming Affordability Workshop.
For more information on either program, feel free to contact our Chief Financial Officer, Mary Babbitt, at mbabbitt@gregoryschool.org.
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5th & 6th Grade$17,900Tuition includes textbooks and dining hall services
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7th & 8th Grade$21,050Tuition includes textbooks and dining hall services
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9-12 Grade$22,350Tuition includes textbooks and dining hall services
Payment Information and Fees
Enrollment Deposit and Fees
A non-refundable $500 new student fee and non-refundable $1,500 tuition deposit must accompany your enrollment contract. The $1,500 tuition deposit will be credited to your total tuition bill.
Books
Textbooks are included in the tuition and will be provided to students at the start of school.
Lunch
A healthy lunch made on site daily is included in the tuition.
Laptops
Students are required to bring their own laptops to school every day. We consider technology to be one of the essential components in preparing our students for higher education and for life. Laptop requirements can be found on this page.
Additional Fees
In addition to tuition, the following list of fees is provided to inform parents of the range of expected additional expenses that may be incurred. Most fees are mandatory and non-refundable. Estimates are given for items that may vary according to student's programs. Some class-related fees may not be listed.
Class Trips, Special Projects, or Interim Weeks
Approximate amount: $200-$1000
Athletics
Fees for athletics help cover costs for travel, uniforms and officials.
Middle School–$40 Upper School–$75
Class-Related Fees
Certain classes such as photography, middle or upper school orchestra or band may require additional supplies, equipment, or transportation fees. Yearbooks are $55 in Middle School and $65 in Upper School.
Procedure
The tuition assistance application is administered by the National Association of Independent Schools, School and Student Service (NAIS SSS). The Gregory School requires that the family file a Parent Financial Statement (PFS), which is the official application provided by SSS. Parents or legal guardians who are not married to each other must each independently complete the tuition assistance application process. The PFS is available beginning in October and should be submitted online at the NAIS SSS website. The general tuition assistance deadline is February 28.
In addition, we require a copy of your signed IRS 1040 tax return from the most recent tax year and all supporting schedules, plus W-2s and if applicable, partnership/sole proprietorship and or corporate returns, be uploaded or delivered to the admission office by February 28. All information related to the parents' financial circumstances will be treated confidentially and will only be used to make a determination of the tuition assistance award. We cannot guarantee tuition assistance funds will be available.
How to Apply
Our partner in the tuition assistance process is National Association of Independent Schools, School and Student Services (NAIS SSS). Please complete the following steps:
- Complete your Parent Financial Statement (PFS) on the SSS website.
- Upload all required documents into your SSS account. These documents are listed as part of the application. If you are unable to upload these documents you may bring physical copies to The Gregory School office.
- Pay the required application fee to complete and submit your application.
Applications completed after the February 28 deadline will be considered and reviewed if funding is available.
Fast Facts
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