Tuition and Fees
Virtual Full-Time Enrollment
| FULLTIME STUDENT | |
|---|---|
| PRIMARY (GRADES 4-5) | $7,500 |
| MIDDLE SCHOOL (GRADES 6-8) | $11,500 |
| HIGH SCHOOL (GRADES 9-12) | $15,500 |
| REQUIRED FEES | (NON-REFUNDABLE) |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | $150 (one-time) |
| Registration Fee | $125 (Annual) |
| Student Fee - Materials/Activities | $350 (Annual) |
Upon acceptance, the Student Fee and first month’s tuition must be paid in full before the student may attend classes. Thereafter, tuition is due according to the payment plan selected through Clarity. Tuition for students enrolling after the school year begins will be prorated based on the enrollment date.
PAYMENT OPTIONS
Families may select from the following payment options through Clarity:
Monthly Payment Plan
Ten monthly payments, beginning in July or upon acceptance, with no payment due in January. Payments are made by automatic bank draft or debit/credit card.
Semester Payment Plan
Two payments, due in July or upon acceptance and December. Payments may be made by automatic bank draft, debit/credit card, or check.
Payment in Full
Full tuition is due in July or upon acceptance. Payment may be made by automatic bank draft, debit/credit card, or check.
Processing Fee: A 3.12% processing fee applies to all credit and debit card payments.
FINANCIAL AID
Big Dream Academy offers need-based tuition assistance to eligible new and enrolled families. Awards are determined annually based on the number of applicants, each family’s verified financial need, and the amount of donor funding available. Because the school does not maintain an endowment, tuition assistance is funded through charitable donations.
To streamline the assessment process, families submit the required application and supporting documentation through a secure portal. Clarity reviews the information provided and makes recommendations to Big Dream Academy based on the submitted financial data. In addition to Clarity’s recommendation, the school considers each family’s individual financial and personal circumstances.
Tuition assistance is awarded on an annual basis and may be applied only toward tuition. It does not cover application or enrollment fees, optional program costs, or other school fees. Awards are prorated throughout the school year and are not applied retroactively.
Continued eligibility for tuition assistance requires students and parents to remain supportive of the school and in good standing with respect to conduct, academic performance, and financial obligations.
Flexible Part-Time Enrollment
Our STEAMS Education Hub follows a 36-week academic program organized into three 12-week trimesters. This structure provides a consistent learning schedule, thoughtful curriculum pacing, and meaningful opportunities for students to grow academically while building confidence throughout the school year. confidently in their child’s educational journey.
The 2026-2027 STEAMS Education Hub academic year will follow this trimester schedule:
Trimester 1: August 7, 2026 – November 9, 2026
Trimester 2: November 10, 2026 – February 22, 2027
Trimester 3: February 23, 2027 – May 24, 2027
Fees
Exam Fees
Full-time applicants must submit results from the Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE), which assesses key academic skills. Visit the official ISEE website for testing details.
Note: Part-time students enrolling in courses within the Academic Enrichment Program are not required to take the ISEE.
Additional Fees
Students participating in competitions may incur additional costs, which may include:
- Team T-shirts and spirit wear
- Program materials and supplies
- Competition registration fees
- Travel & Transportation expenses (if applicable)
These fees are optional and apply only to students who choose to participate. Costs may vary depending on the specific program or event.