Which school is cheaper: McDonald International Academy or The York School?

McDonald International Academy has lower published tuition than The York School — roughly 75% cheaper at the midpoint. McDonald International Academy runs $25,800-$25,800 USD/year; The York School runs $45,065-$45,065.

What is the true annual cost difference between McDonald International Academy and The York School?

Including hidden fees (capital levy, registration, transport, uniform, technology, activities), McDonald International Academy runs about $27,780 per year vs $47,795 at The York School — a difference of $20,015.

Which curriculum does McDonald International Academy vs The York School offer?

McDonald International Academy offers Canadian. The York School offers IB.

How do admissions compare between McDonald International Academy and The York School?

McDonald International Academy has Open admissions; The York School has Competitive admissions. The WhereNext Admissions Openness scale combines waiting-list status, admissions cadence, mid-year entry availability, and entry evaluation requirements.

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McDonald International Academy vs The York School

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McDonald International Academy is 72% cheaper than The York School on true annual cost ($27,780 vs $47,795). McDonald International Academy scores higher on the WhereNext Value Score (55/100 vs 50/100).

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McDonald International Academy vs The York School side-by-side comparison
Metric	McDonald International Academy	The York School
Curriculum	Canadian	IB
Ages served	Ages 14 to 18

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