The Fierce Competition for Private School Seats in Miami's Elite Circles.

The influx of billionaires and corporate offices relocating to Miami has created a cutthroat competition for admission to the city's top private schools, which are already at capacity. Deep-pocketed executives are allegedly offering five-figure donations to secure admission for their children, on top of annual tuition of $30,000 or more. The limited real estate availability and small footprints of the schools mean they can't expand to accommodate the increasing demand. Even preschools are impossible to get into, causing anxiety for parents. Patience is advised, as waiting lists for admission can be years long.