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Illinois Private High Schools By Tuition Cost

The average private high school tuition in Illinois is $15,969 per year (2026).

The private high school with the lowest tuition is New Hope Christian Academy and Pana Christian Academy, each with a tuition of $2,000.

Quick Facts (2026)

# IL Schools Ranked: 173
Top 20 Range (Tuition): $2,000–$4,494
IL School Avg.: $15,812
National School Avg.: $14,500

Quick Facts (2026)

# IL Schools Ranked: 173
Top 20 Range (Tuition): $2,000–$4,494
IL School Avg.: $15,812
National School Avg.: $14,500

Illinois Average Tuition Cost (Trends)

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Year	Illinois (IL) avg
2025	$15,731
2024	$14,197
2023	$13,364
2022	$12,798
2021	$12,234
2020	$12,456
2019	$11,771
2018	$11,798
2017	$11,717
2016	$10,185
2015	$9,775

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Show school map — Illinois (tuition range: $2,000–$4,494, avg $15,812)

Tuition Cost Range: $2,000 $5,310 Avg. Tuition Cost: $4,036

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Illinois average private high schools tuition?

The Illinois average private high schools tuition is $12,511 for 2026.

What are the private high schools with the lowest tuition cost in Illinois?

The top ranked private high schools in Illinois include New Hope Christian Academy, Pana Christian Academy and Heritage Preparatory Academy.

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