SMS students learn the power of connectedness and the impact of wholeness through our classrooms, camp trips, strings, and global studies. An investment in SMS is an investment in your student's future.
If a family chooses to apply for flexible tuition through Clarity, qualifies, and funds remain, SMS’s tuition will be adjusted to meet your family’s unique financial position.
2026-2027 Lower School Student
With flexible tuition, Lower School families pay a range of tuition amounts based on their income during the 2026–27 school year.
- Kindergarten: $25,440 (flexible tuition range: $14,000 – $25,440)
- Grades 1-5: $26,700 (flexible tuition range: $11,920-$26,700
- Non-refundable deposit: $3,000
- Additional Fees
- Tuition Insurance Available
2026-2027 Middle School Student
With flexible tuition, Middle School families pay a range of tuition amounts based on their income during the 2026–27 school year.
- Grade 6: $28,950* (flexible tuition range:$18,818-$28,950)
- Grade 7-8: $31,500* (flexible tuition range: $21,500-$31,500)
- Non-refundable deposit: $2,000
- Additional Fees
- Tuition Insurance Available
*Every Middle School student’s tuition already includes all costs of outdoor trips and an international 8th grade trip, no add-on fees.
2026-2027 Upper School Day Tuition
With flexible tuition, Upper School day families pay a range of tuition amounts based on their income during the 2026–27 school year.
- Global Studies Tuition: $48,000* (flexible tuition range: $22,840-$48,000)
- Snow Sport Athlete/Other: $42,300 (flexible tuition range: $25,440-$42,300 )
- Non-refundable deposit: $5,000
- Additional Fees
- Tuition Insurance Available
*Every Global Studies student’s tuition already includes the month-long international expedition—no add-on fees.
2026-2027 Upper School Boarding Tuition
With flexible tuition, Upper School boarding families pay a range of tuition amounts based on their income during the 2026-27 school year.
- Global Studies: $75,225* (flexible tuition range: $35,000-$75,225)
- Snow Sport Athlete: $68,160 (flexible tuition range: $25,400-$68,160)
- Non-refundable deposit: $5,000
- Additional Fees
- Tuition Insurance Available
*Every Global Studies student’s tuition already includes the month-long international expedition—no add-on fees.
2026-2027 Upper School 5-Day Boarding Tuition
With flexible tuition, Lower School families pay a range of tuition amounts based on their income during the 2026–27 school year.
- Global Studies Student: $69,525
- Snow Sport Athlete/Other: $54,875
- Non-refundable deposit: $5,000
- Additional Fees
- Tuition Insurance Available
*Every Global Studies student’s tuition already includes the month-long international expedition—no add-on fees.
2025-2026 Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club Non-Resident Competitive Program Fees
Alpine Race
Alpine U16 $13,900
Alpine U19/U21 $16,700
Alpine Post Grad $19,300
Cross Country
Cross Country U16/U18/U20 $10,750
Cross Country Post Grad $11,750
Freestyle Moguls
U17/U19/FIS Moguls $12,950
Freeski
Freeskiing Senior Team $8,100
Snowboard
Senior Snowboard Team $11,650
Pro-Am Race + PABX $12,825
Pro-Am Boardercross $9,900
Pro-Am Boardercross + Race $11,275
Big Mountain Competitive Snowboarding $8,100
Ski Jumping and Nordic Combined
Ski Jumping U18/U20 $11,250
Nordic Combined U18/U20 $12,250
Affordability
A Steamboat Mountain School education is more accessible than you think.
We realize that considering Steamboat Mountain School for your student’s education requires not only a commitment to our philosophy of learning but also a significant financial investment. This financial commitment should not be a barrier when it comes to providing your student with the best possible education, which is why we offer flexible tuition to qualifying families. On average, about 35-40% of our students have received some level of financial assistance.
In addition, Steamboat Mountain School offers merit scholarships to recognize the diverse talents, achievements, and aspirations of our exceptional students. These awards honor global scholars, competitive snow sport athletes, and students who embody our values. By investing in these individuals, we foster a community of leaders who excel academically, athletically, and personally.