Enrollment
200
Student:teacher
7:1
Published tuition
$41,413
Application fee
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Tuition by division
| Division | Grades | Annual tuition | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| High school2026-2027 | all grades | $41,413 | Activity Fee: $1,750 (covers registration fees for clubs, athletics, and after school activities, does not include Outdoor Club, Sailing, Model UN, I-Term Activity Fees or I-Term Travel) |
Head of school
Justin Pitts
Head of School
Curriculum & special classes
Beacon Academy offers a foundational and comprehensive Core Curriculum for grades 9-12. For grades 11-12, students can choose between the established International Baccalaureate (IB) program or the Beacon-only XP program, which is based on the IB model and designed in partnership with business school educators.
Financial aid
Beacon Academy values a socio-economically diverse student body and offers a Tuition Assistance program, with applications opening on September 1st and due December 15th for the following school year. They also partner with organizations like the Daniel Murphy Scholarship Fund and HFS Chicago Scholars to provide academic and financial support.
Before & after school care
Before school
Not listed
After school
After school activities included in the Activity Fee, such as clubs and athletics (does not include Outdoor Club, Sailing, Model UN, I-Term Activity Fees or I-Term Travel).
Cost
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Extended-care hours and rates change yearly — parents can correct these below.
Admissions
Beacon Academy uses a rolling admissions cycle from June to August for grades 9, 10, and 11, with decisions typically within 2-3 weeks of a complete application. The main application period opens in September, with a December deadline for the following school year. The school evaluates applicants based on academic records, recommendations, standardized test scores, extracurricular interests, essays, and personal interactions.
Apply by
December 15, 2026 (for 2027-28 school year); Rolling admissions: June – August (for current academic year)
Acceptance rate
Not listed
Application fee
Not listed
What they ask for: Application, student visit (shadow day), parent interview, English and math teacher recommendations, advisor or school administrator recommendation, school records (report card from previous academic year, official transcript), standardized test scores (MAP or any other, ISEE not required), IEP/504/Learning Support Plan (if applicable).
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