Tuition & Affordability

Key School is one of the most sought-after educations in Maryland because we inspire our students to learn, and prepare them to lead. An investment in Key School is an investment in your student’s future.

Attending Key School is a big decision, one that will positively impact your student’s entire future. We also understand it’s a significant financial investment for families. We are committed to making Key affordable for all families. The diversity of experiences and financial circumstances within our community is one of our greatest strengths, which is why we are proud to offer financial aid to 32% of our student body on average each year.

We encourage families who may need assistance to apply for financial aid. Key’s financial aid budget for the 2022-2023 school year was $2.6 million, with the average award being $12,000.

Financial Aid FAQs

College Matriculations

Cheryl Martin

Director of Financial Aid & Enrollment Coordinator
cmartin@keyschool.org
443.321.7812

Key by the Numbers
(2021-2023 avg.)

35%

of Families Receive Financial Aid

$13,000

Average Financial Aid Award

10 Mo.

Interest-Free Monthly Payment Plan

57%

Receiving Need-Based Aid have Net Income between $126k-$299K

We work hard to make a Key School education possible for every deserving student. We recognize the financial pressures on families today and strive to keep Key’s tuition and fees as low as possible while delivering on our promise to help each student embrace lifelong learning and develop into an informed, thoughtful and constructive member of society.

2024-2025 Tuition & Fees

First School

Key-Wee & Pre-School

3 Days	$10,305 (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
3 Days	$13,270 (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) 8:00 a.m. - 3:10 p.m.
5 Days	$17,175 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
5 Days	$19,155 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. with 2 days extended to 3:10 p.m.
5 Days	$20,140 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. with 3 days extended to 3:10 p.m.
5 Days	$22,120 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. with 5 days extended to 3:10 p.m.

After School Program available until 6:00 p.m. (see below)

Pre-Kindergarten
(5-day program only)

5 Days	$17,175 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
5 Days	$19,155 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. with 2 days extended to 3:10 p.m.
5 Days	$20,140 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. with 3 days extended to 3:10 p.m.
5 Days	$22,120 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. with 5 days extended to 3:10 p.m.

After School Program available until 6:00 p.m. (see below)

Kindergarten
(5-day program only)

5 Days

$22,645
8:00 a.m. - 3:10 p.m.

Free Before School Care starting at 7:30 a.m. (see below)
After School Program available until 6:00 p.m. (see below)

Grade Fee

The grade fee covers additional expenses for which many schools bill separately, as incurred over the year.
$400 for Key-Wee, Pre-School and Pre-Kindergarten
$450 for Kindergarten

Tuition Discount(s) for Siblings

A 5% tuition credit is allowed for the third child enrolled; 10% is allowed for the fourth child enrolled. The tuition credit is applied to the youngest child and does not apply to financial aid recipients.

Before School Care

7:30 - 8:10 a.m. Monday through Friday provided at no additional cost.

A Kindergarten girl wearing a pink shirt holds up her hands that have two different colored gloves on them in front of her face while smiling

Two adult males in lifejackets hold canoe paddles above their heads in victory while sitting in a green canoe with three kindergarteners

A pre-kindergarten girl with braids wrapped up in two buns wearing a pink sweater uses a child-safe knife to cut a vegetable on a purple cutting board

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Lower School

Grades 1-4

$30,175 - 8:20 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.
After School Program available until 6:00 p.m. (see below)
Free Before School Care starting at 7:30 a.m. (see below)

Grade Fee

The grade fee covers additional expenses for which many schools bill separately, as incurred over the year.
$800 for Lower School

Tuition Discount(s) for Siblings

A 5% tuition credit is allowed for the third child enrolled; 10% is allowed for the fourth child enrolled. The tuition credit is applied to the youngest child and does not apply to financial aid recipients.

Before School Care

7:30 - 8:10 a.m. Monday through Friday provided at no additional cost.

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An elementary-aged girl sits at her desk writing with a pencil while smiling

Middle School

Grades 5-8

$33,390 - 8:15 a.m. - 3:20 p.m.

Interscholastic sports are available to all Middle School students starting in Grade 6, all three seasons. There are no additional fees for participation in organized sports.

The After School Program is available until 6:00 p.m. (see below).

Grade Fee

The grade fee covers additional expenses for which many schools bill separately, as incurred over the year.
$1,150 for Middle School

Tuition Discount(s) for Siblings

A 5% tuition credit is allowed for the third child enrolled; 10% is allowed for the fourth child enrolled. The tuition credit is applied to the youngest child and does not apply to financial aid recipients.

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Upper School

Grades 9-12

$35,220 - 8:15 a.m. - 3:25 p.m.
In addition to after school athletics and other co-curricular activities, the Science and Library Center is open to Upper School students for supervised study after school until 7:00 p.m. from August through April, and until 5:30 p.m. for May and June. There are no additional fees for these services.

Grade Fee

The grade fee covers additional expenses for which many schools bill separately, as incurred over the year.
$1,150 for Upper School

Tuition Discount(s) for Siblings

A 5% tuition credit is allowed for the third child enrolled; 10% is allowed for the fourth child enrolled. The tuition credit is applied to the youngest child and does not apply to financial aid recipients.

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After School Program

Key-Wee - Grade 8

Key School’s After School Program is available for students in First, Lower and Middle Schools every day school is in session, with the exception of early dismissal days. The base After School Program runs from 3:15 - 5:30 p.m. Care is available from 5:30 - 6:00 p.m. for an additional fee.

5 Days	$3,470 Monday - Friday 3:15 - 5:30 p.m.
5 Days	$1,550 Monday - Friday 5:30 - 6:00 p.m.
3 Days	$2,080 (M/W/F or T/W/Th) 3:15 - 5:30 p.m.
3 Days	$930 (M/W/F or T/W/Th) 5:30 - 6:00 p.m. extension
2 Days	$1,390 (T/Th) 3:15 - 5:30 p.m.
2 Days	$620 (T/Th) 5:30 - 6:00 p.m. extension

Middle School Hourly - Grades 5 - 8 - $ 15.00 per hour (students must be registered to attend)

Late Pick-up Charges: A late pick-up fee of $30.00 per 15 minutes or fraction thereof will be assessed to families arriving after their After School Program contract time (5:30 p.m. or 6:00 p.m.).

While not part of Key's After School Program, interscholastic sports are also available to all Middle School students starting in 6th grade, all three seasons. There are no additional fees for participation in organized sports.

A group of middle school students sits on a green grassy field smiling with popsicles

A group of first grade students stand with hands in the air victoriously smiling outside

A pre-kindergarten girl smiles while sitting in car tires outside on the playground

Financial Aid

Payment Plans

Important Dates
2024-2025 Academic Year

September 1, 2024	2025-2026 Applications Open Online
October 8, 2024	Lower School Information Session
October 22, 2024	Middle School Fall Information Session
October 24, 2024	Upper School Fall Information Session
October 29, 2024	Middle & Upper School Fall Information Session
November 9, 2024	First School Open House
December 13, 2024	Upper School Shadow Day
December 16, 2024	First & Lower School Application Forms Due
January 6, 2025	Middle & Upper School Application Forms Due
January 9, 2025	Upper School Shadow Day
January 13, 2025	Financial Aid Forms Due
January 20, 2025	All Application Files Due
February 21, 2025	Admission Decisions Released

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Tuition & Affordability

Cheryl Martin

35%

$13,000

10 Mo.

57%

2024-2025 Tuition & Fees

First School

Key-Wee & Pre-School

Pre-Kindergarten
(5-day program only)

Kindergarten
(5-day program only)

Grade Fee

Tuition Discount(s) for Siblings

Before School Care

Lower School

Grades 1-4

Grade Fee

Tuition Discount(s) for Siblings

Before School Care

Middle School

Grades 5-8

Grade Fee

Tuition Discount(s) for Siblings

Upper School

Grades 9-12

Grade Fee

Tuition Discount(s) for Siblings

After School Program

Key-Wee - Grade 8

Financial Aid

Payment Plans

Option 1

Option 2

Option 3

Important Dates
2024-2025 Academic Year

Tuition & Affordability

Cheryl Martin

Important Dates 2024-2025 Academic Year

Important Dates
2024-2025 Academic Year