Admissions Process
We are so excited to meet you and tell you more about the Benedict Day School experience. We know you will love it as much as we do. Although we hope you will come visit us for a campus tour, we understand if you can’t make it, and we hope the website can help you understand why BDS is exceptional.
Tuition and Fees
| Grade Levels | Tuition | One-Time Application Fee | Registration Fee | School Supply Fee |
| K-5 | $8,900 | $75 | $500 | $250 |
| 6-8 | $9,400 | $75 | $500 | $250 |
In addition to the tuition, all students are required to purchase an iPad or iPad Mini for use during the school day.
Payment Plans may be set up in one of the following ways
- Single Payment Plan: One Payment on August 1st
- Two-Payment Plan: Two Payments, One on August 1st and One on January 1st
- Ten-Payment Plan: August 1st – May 1st
Our Campus
Sitting on almost 30 acres of Mississippi country land, Benedict Day School’s campus provides ample space for learners to learn and athletes to grow. Students enjoy two fields, two playground spaces, an outdoor theatre, a pavilion, and basketball courts during lunch and recess each day. Our unique virtual reality lab offers opportunities to become an astronaut, be in an operating room, or ride the world’s tallest roller coaster! A state-of-the-art science lab offers students the unique opportunity to learn hands-on. We invite you to come tour our campus and facilities to see the pride we take in our physical plant.
Frequently Asked Questions
While Benedict Day School is rooted in Christian values, it is not affiliated with any specific denomination or church. We accept students from all beliefs.
We recognize that many families have busy schedules. That’s why we offer a number of flexible volunteer opportunities to work with your schedule.
From field trips to clubs and competitive athletics, we offer a variety of opportunities for our students to learn and grow outside of the classroom.
BDS graduates are highly recruited by local high schools and boarding schools across the country. 100% of BDS graduates are accepted to their first school of choice. For a complete list of high schools, contact our Admission Office.