How much to expect in fees, donations, activities etc?

Anonymous
On top of the tuition, what are the things to budget for and how much?

Thanks!
Anonymous
OP, for Big 3 and Potomac. Thanks.
Anonymous
Paying for school trips and activities, approx. $300, a donation to annual fund so they can say they have 100% participaton (up to you, but at least $500), and books can run $500 per year or more
Anonymous
Noticed NCS has a one time $1850 "new student fee"...
Anonymous
Anonymous wrote:On top of the tuition, what are the things to budget for and how much?

Thanks!


2 boys in Private DC HS:

- Lunches - boy can they eat - probably $200 ea per month in Cafeteria
- Uniform fee for sport - apprx $200 per season
- Service trips - $500 - $1000 each
- Spring Break trip (europe, etc.) - $3 - $4K


Anonymous
For a nice quick estimate, add 20% to tuition and that will cover most all costs including donations.
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