Chicago, IL · 1–11
Last verified August 20, 2026
541 W Hawthorne Pl, 60657 · (773) 327-0901
Enrollment
116
Student:teacher
4:1
Published tuition
$39,000–$40,800
Application fee
$75
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Tuition by division
| Division | Grades | Annual tuition | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | Junior Kindergarten | $39,000 | — |
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | Senior Kindergarten | $39,200 | — |
| Elementary2026-2027 | Grade 1 | $39,400 | — |
| Elementary2026-2027 | Grade 2 | $39,600 | — |
| Elementary2026-2027 | Grade 3 | $39,800 | — |
| Elementary2026-2027 | Grade 4 | $40,000 | — |
| Elementary2026-2027 | Grade 5 | $40,200 | — |
| Middle school2026-2027 | Grade 6 | $40,400 | — |
Head of school
Chris Dow
Head of School
Chris Dow is the Head of School at Chicago City Day School. He believes a challenging and supportive elementary education is essential for creating a passion for learning in children.
Curriculum & special classes
Chicago City Day School offers a challenging academic program that combines traditional academics with innovative learning experiences. The curriculum emphasizes intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, risk-taking, and joy in discovery, with a focus on rigor and kindness.
Financial aid
Chicago City Day School offers a needs-based financial aid program. Interested families can contact the Admissions team for more information.
Application fee: $75
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Admissions
Chicago City Day School has a friendly, informative, and pleasant admissions process. It begins with submitting an online application and a $75 fee. The school takes a holistic approach, considering academic aptitude, character traits, special interests, and potential contributions to the school community.
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Acceptance rate
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Application fee
$75
What they ask for: Online application, $75 application fee; for Junior & Senior Kindergarten, an age-appropriate classroom visit; for Grades 1-8, a full-day visit, evaluation of previous school records, current teacher and principal recommendation forms, and performance on standardized tests.
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