The cost of studying at an American high school is always a concern for parents. Although the United States remains the most popular destination in the world for international students, it is also one of the most expensive options. This article will discuss the costs of studying at American high schools for international students and in Vietnam.

What is the Average Tuition for American High Schools?

Below is the average tuition for American high schools:

Why Should You Choose a Boarding School?

Although the total cost, including tuition, room and board, books, and insurance at boarding schools typically ranges from $30,000 USD to $75,000 USD per year—a substantial amount for not only Vietnamese families but also American families—most parents choose boarding schools as an ideal environment for their children when studying high school in the U.S.

Here are 2 reasons why students should choose American boarding schools:

1. Parents want to choose an educational environment that fosters learning and development for their children.
2. Parents want their children to learn independence through the boarding school environment.

A typical example: Mark Elliot Zuckerberg, the founder of the world’s largest social network, Facebook, attended a boarding school.

Top 3 Boarding Schools with the Best Tuition Rates

Below are the top 3 leading boarding schools in the U.S. with the best tuition rates:

1/ Phillips Exeter Academy

Phillips Exeter Academy, located in New Hampshire, also known as Exeter, offers classes for both boys and girls from grades 9 to 12. The school offers more than 450 courses across 19 different fields of study.

The tuition and costs at Phillips Exeter Academy range from $46,905.

2/ Phillips Academy (Andover)

Phillips Academy, located in Andover, Massachusetts, is one of the most affordable boarding schools in the U.S., established in 1778. Phillips Academy is consistently competitive with Phillips Exeter Academy, with a highly qualified faculty. Notable alumni include George W. Bush, Humphrey Bogart, and Jack Lemmon.

The tuition and costs at Phillips Academy (Andover) are approximately $48,850.

3/ The Putney School

The Putney School is a private high school located in Putney, Vermont. Founded in 1935 on the principles of Progressive Education, the school values the idea that learning is an active pursuit rather than a passive reception. Instead of being told what to learn, students are encouraged to explore, learn, practice, and experience on their own. The Putney School is affiliated with Yale, Dartmouth, Columbia, and Cornell, with notable alumni such as Reid Hoffman and Nell Newman.

The tuition and costs at The Putney School: $50,800.