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Tuition & Affordability

If you think you can’t afford private education, think again! We assure you that families with a wide range of incomes qualify for assistance at New Life Academy. Our Variable Tuition model looks at your full financial picture, not only your income, and considers your debts and other financial commitments. This allows us to help many interested families afford the best education for their children.

When you apply for Variable Tuition, the process is confidential, and your application is submitted to a third-party service. After the application is complete and processed, we’ll be able to tell you exactly what your family’s tuition costs will be. Many families are pleased to learn that a New Life education is truly accessible to them.

New Life Academy awards approximately $850,000 in tuition assistance annually.

Tuition Ranges by Grade Level

K-12 Tuition for 2023-24
GRADE LEVEL	TUITION
Kindergarten-Grade 5	$6,119 – $12,237*
Grades 6-8	$6,917 – $13,833*
Grades 9-12	$7,454 – $14,907*

*Each family’s variable tuition award will be unique and based on their financial situation. The bottom of the range reflects the lowest tuition possible with the maximum Variable Tuition award. The top of the range reflects the maximum a family will pay if they choose not to apply for or do not qualify for Variable Tuition.

Early Childhood Tuition for 2023-24*
GRADE LEVEL	TUITION
2-Day	$4,962 ($414/month)
3-Day	$7,431 ($620/month)
5-Day	$11,709 ($976/month)

*Variable tuition is not available for Early Education programs.

Additional Fees

Application fee of $75
Non-refundable enrollment deposit of $450 (K-12) or $200 (Early Ed). This will be applied toward the overall tuition.
Activity fees for drama, athletics, or other extracurriculars
AP testing fees
Instrument rental $5-$50
Local and global excursions

Variable Tuition

New Life Academy raises funds throughout the year to generously offer financial assistance for students in grades K-12. Financial assistance is given through Variable Tuition awards based on each family’s circumstances. The Variable Tuition awards are granted on results from an independent financial aid organization, FAST (Financial Aid for School Tuition), and NLA’s finance requirements based on tax returns and the number of children attending NLA. There is a $48 nonrefundable application fee. The purpose of Variable Tuition is to allow students access to a quality Christian education who otherwise may not be able to afford it.

The maximum amount of Variable Tuition assistance a family can receive is 50%. Every family is required to invest financially in their child’s education. Our commitment to providing Variable Tuition means that we share in that investment. To qualify for Variable Tuition, you must have at least one student enrolled at NLA and have a household income of about $125,000 or less. For every additional student you have enrolled at NLA, the threshold increases by about $25,000. Additional business income or high out-of-pocket medical expenses will be considered through the Variable Tuition application process.

Apply Now for Variable Tuition

Interested in how much Variable Tuition Assistance you may qualify for?

Fill out the form below to estimate how much you may receive. Please note that this is just an estimate and may not represent the actual amount you will receive once you have completed an application.

Variable Tuition Estimator

Thank you to the New Life donors. Without their generosity we wouldn’t have been able to send our son to New Life over the years. The financial assistance has been so critical and important to our family. New Life has really changed his life. I don’t have to worry about his future anymore. He’s thriving now and really happy. I know he’s going to do great things for other people in the world because he has such a great foundation.”

SARA, NEW LIFE PARENT

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you offer payment plans?

Yes — families can make their tuition payments monthly, bi-annually, or annually.

How does NLA determine if a family is eligible for reduced tuition?

NLA partners with FAST, a third-party financial processor for private schools nationwide. FAST examines a family’s overall financial situation, then our team reviews each application and drafts an assistance offer. Our review is conducted blindly, meaning household information remains confidential and anonymous as we draft offers.

Is there a cap on available funds?

No — we have a generous budget for tuition assistance. All families wishing for financial assistance should apply.

Is Variable Tuition available for students in all grades?

No. Variable Tuition applications are available for students in grades Kindergarten-12th. Variable Tuition is not available for Early Education students in Preschool Prep, Preschool, or Pre-K.

Could applying for Variable Tuition diminish the chances of my child being accepted to NLA?

No. Your application for Variable Tuition will be reviewed separately. Submitting an application for assistance has no bearing on your child’s admissibility.

Should we apply for admission to New Life first, or start with the Variable Tuition application?

The first step in the admission process is to create an admissions account in our Veracross Admissions portal. You can access the online application when you log on to your account. Families can apply for Variable Tuition at the same time, even if all admissions application requirements are not yet complete. This helps ensure that your Variable Tuition award gets processed before an offer of acceptance is given.

Do we need to apply for Variable Tuition every year?

Yes. A new application must be submitted every year. Since financial pictures can change from year to year, this ensures that NLA is able to provide funds based on need.

Schedule a Tour

We invite you to experience the value of a New Life Academy education for yourself by scheduling a visit to campus. See our upcoming Open House dates, or request a personal tour. We look forward to showing you around and sharing more about the opportunities available for your child here.