Our state-of-the-art facilities, extra-curricular activities, and excellent teachers give our young students everything they need to become happy, curious, successful citizens of the world. This page gives parents full disclosure of the costs of enrolling with us, with no hidden payments or extra costs.
Below you'll find all the tuition fees for each year group, so you can plan your finances in advance. You'll also find details on annual fees and costs for new students. If you need help meeting our school fees, you can find all the information regarding financial aid and discounts, too. If there’s anything you can’t find on our tuition fees page, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Administrative and registration fees
The following new student fees are due with the signed enrolment agreement.
Application Fee (non-refundable) | $100 |
New Student Fee** | $2,200 |
** The new student fee is a one-time non-refundable payment that is used for capital and curriculum improvements/investments.
2025/2026 Tuition fees
Year Group | Tuition Fee Amount |
Pre-Nursery Toddlers & Twos 5-Day | $28,275 |
Pre-Nursery Toddlers & Twos 3-Day | $16,965 |
Pre-Nursery Toddlers & Twos 2-Day | $11,310 |
Pre-Nursery Young Threes 5-Day | $28,275 |
Pre-Nursery Young Threes 3-Day | $16,965 |
Pre-Nursery Young Threes 2-Day | $11,310 |
Nursery Part Time | $17,810 |
| Nursery 3-Day Full Day | $18,420 |
Nursery Full Time | $30,700 |
Reception | $33,400 |
Year 1 - Year 6 | $38,400 |
Tuition fees are payable in one installment due by July 1st, two installments due July 1st and December 1st, or 10 installments due July - April.
Annual fees
The following fees are billed each school year. Additional costs include uniforms as well as some class trips and educational trips. Optional costs include before- or after-school care.
Year Group | Fee Type | Amount | |
All Years | Trip | $125 | |
Yearbook | $60 | ||
LUNCH | |||
| Pre-Nursery 5-Day | Lunch | $1,450 | |
| Pre-Nursery 3-Day | Lunch | $870 | |
| Pre-Nursery 2-Day | Lunch | $580 | |
| Nursery - Year 6 | Lunch | $1,800 | |
At the British International School of Chicago, Lincoln Park, we value socioeconomic diversity. That’s why we proudly offer need-based financial aid. Financial aid awards are based solely on financial need without regard to race, religion or ethnic background. As with all independent schools, financial aid funds are limited.
To apply for Financial Aid, please complete the Financial Aid Worksheet and submit an application through TADS. Please contact the Admissions Office for complete details and any questions. Additional questions can be directed to our Admissions Team by email to admissions@bischicagolp.org
Discounts
Tuition Discount for Northwestern University Employees
Northwestern University is recognized around the globe for its educational programs and is the No. 12-ranked school in the United States. The British International School of Chicago, Lincoln Park is proud to offer all benefits-eligible Northwestern University employees with a 20% tuition discount.
More details about this discount and how to apply can be found on the Northwestern University Human Resources website.
Sibling Discount
We offer discounted tuition for children joining a sibling at British International School of Chicago, Lincoln Park. The second child will receive a 3.5% discount on tuition, and any additional children will receive a 7% discount.
