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the Masters School

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Dobbs Ferry, NY · 8–12

Last verified August 20, 2026

49 Clinton Ave, 10522 · (914) 479-6400

www.mastersny.org

Enrollment

683

Student:teacher

7:1

Published tuition

$65,800–$83,350

Application fee

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Tuition by division

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Head of school

Laura Danforth

Head of School

Laura Danforth is the Head of School at The Masters School. She emphasizes high achievement, inclusion, and belonging, drawing on Abraham Maslow's hierarchy of needs to foster a community where students feel safe and connected.

Curriculum & special classes

The Masters School is an independent day and boarding school for students in grades 5 through 12 that empowers independent thinkers through an expansive and innovative curriculum based on active intellectual exploration. Beginning in the fall of 2027, Advanced Study courses will take the place of AP courses.

Financial aid

The Masters School has a robust financial aid budget, with 26% of the student body receiving financial aid totaling more than $8.1 million. Financial aid applications are submitted through Clarity Tuition, which recommends what families can contribute towards educational expenses.

Before & after school care

Before school

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After school

After-school homework help in the Middle School is offered at no additional cost.

Cost

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Extended-care hours and rates change yearly — parents can correct these below.

Admissions

The Masters School takes a holistic approach to admission, considering transcripts, teacher/administrator recommendations, a graded writing sample, standardized testing results, and parent/guardian and student interviews. Students should start the admission process in the fall before the desired year of entry.

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December 15 for new Middle School and Upper School Day applicants; January 15 for new Five-Day and Seven-Day Boarding applicants.

Acceptance rate

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Application fee

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What they ask for: Application, transcripts, teacher and administrator recommendations, graded writing sample, standardized testing results, parent/guardian and student interviews. An application fee of $75 for domestic and $150 for international applicants is required, with waivers available.

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