Tuition Assistance
The Highlands School offers tuition assistance for students whose families qualify as determined by the school and the recommendation of a third-party service provider. The Highlands School is extremely fortunate to have the community’s support from a wide network of donors, including Board members, faculty, businesses, foundations, and past and current parents that make tuition assistance available to our students. The Application is online and will be considered after the enrollment deposit has been received.
The following forms are required in order to be considered for financial aid awards:
- W2 Form & 1040 (submitted through Clarity)
How much financial assistance is available?
Financial assistance will cover only a portion of tuition. Families are expected to contribute financially to their child’s education. Contact the Admissions Office for more information regarding payment plans and loan options that can help you more easily manage tuition payments.
Who can apply for financial assistance?
Any student in good standing, current or new, is eligible for aid, based on financial need. Families must reapply for aid each year that they require assistance. Priority is given first to eligible students currently receiving aid who continue to demonstrate need, second to other current students, and third to students new to The Highlands School.
Do we make too much to apply for financial assistance?
There is no specific income cut-off to determine eligibility. We consider the financial circumstance of each family individually.
Who sees my information?
All information on financial aid forms will be held in the strictest confidence. This information is available only to our Financial Assistance Committee and Clarity.
What is the deadline for returning students to submit an application?
Completed applications for financial aid must be received by February 15th. Applications after this date will be reviewed after the first round of aid determination is completed. Families receiving an award letter will have ten (10) days from the date of the letter to contact the Admissions Office and acknowledge acceptance of the award or request an appeal. If the Admissions Office is not notified of acceptance or an appeal request within ten days, the award will be rescinded. Families who have had awards rescinded will need to begin the application process again if they wish to be considered.
What is the deadline for new students to submit an application?
Financial Aid applications should be submitted as soon as possible and after the enrollment deposit has been paid. All applications will be reviewed within one week. Families receiving an award letter will have ten (10) days from the date of the letter to contact the Admissions Office and acknowledge acceptance of the award or request an appeal. If the Admissions Office is not notified of acceptance or an appeal request within ten days, the award will be rescinded. Families who have had awards rescinded will need to begin the application process again if they wish to be considered.
Tuition assistance is first-come, first-served and does run out each year.
What is your policy regarding divorced/separated parents?
In cases where the parents of the student are divorced or separated, both parents are required to complete applications for financial aid, regardless of custody status or legal financial arrangements. In cases where a custodial parent has remarried, the stepparent will also need to complete the application.
Click the button below for more information on Clarity financial aid.