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Milton Hershey School

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Hershey, PA · K–12

Last verified August 20, 2026

Po Box 830, 17033 · (717) 520-2080

www.mhskids.org

Enrollment

2002

Student:teacher

9:1

Published tuition

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Application fee

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Curriculum & special classes

Milton Hershey School offers a rigorous academic program, preparing students for both college and career paths. The curriculum is tailored to student needs during each developmental stage, from pre-K through 12th grade, and includes a Career and Technical Education program starting as early as fourth grade.

Career and Technical Education Program
Year-Round Experiences program
Motorsports partnership with World of Outlaws

Financial aid

Milton Hershey School covers all costs for qualifying students in pre-K through 12th grade, based on the Deed of Trust left by Milton and Catherine Hershey.

Before & after school care

Before school

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After school

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Cost

All costs are covered for enrolled students, including free top-tier education, hands-on learning, safe housing, nutritious meals, clothing, school supplies, extracurriculars, and medical, dental, and vision care.

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Admissions

The journey to becoming an MHS student begins with completing an Initial Eligibility Form. If eligible, a campus visit and interview may follow, and then an invitation to complete a formal application. Enrollment occurs year-round, with largest periods in August, September, and January.

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Enrollment is year-round, based on need and availability, with largest enrollment periods in August, September, and January.

Acceptance rate

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Application fee

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What they ask for: Initial Eligibility Form, must be from a low-income family (4-15 years old at enrollment), IQ score of 80 or higher, demonstrated capacity to learn, free from serious behavioral problems, and ability to participate in and benefit from the MHS program.

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