TUITION

What is Variable Tuition?

Variable Tuition is a need-based tuition assistance program similar to those used by many private schools, colleges, and universities. This program allows K-12 families to apply for reduced tuition that is right for their families’ financial situation. Thus, this makes a Covenant Life School education affordable to many qualified students who could not otherwise join our school community. We do not offer Variable Tuition rates for Preschool.

How Does Variable Tuition Work?
Any family (current or new) of a kindergarten through twelfth-grade student may apply for Variable Tuition if they are concerned about affording the full tuition rate at Covenant Life School and they think they may qualify for the program. Many factors are considered when determining the tuition amount a family is able to pay, including income, assets, unusual expenses, and the size of the family. The resources available for the family in a given year are also be considered in light of the Variable Tuition awards available at Covenant Life School.

An application for Variable Tuition does not affect the re-enrollment or admission process. Regardless of financial need, parents should initiate the re-enrollment or admission process as early as possible. Applications are reviewed every month. The Variable Tuition meeting dates are as follows:

• Mon, Jan. 9 (note, Jan 2nd is an observed holiday)
• Tue, Feb. 7
• Tue, Mar. 7
• Mon, Apr. 3
• Mon, May 1

It is not possible for a family or the school to estimate the tuition level for which a family qualifies without the completion of a Variable Tuition application. Applications are submitted directly to a third-party agency, FACTS Grant and Aid, that evaluates the application and makes a recommendation to the school’s finance office. Families are notified of the tuition level for which they qualify directly from the school’s financial office.

We work within the available resources to make the school accessible to as many students and families as possible.

Do I need to apply to Covenant Life School for admissions to receive Variable Tuition?
Families may complete the Variable Tuition application and request an estimate before applying for enrollment. An estimated Variable Tuition rate cannot be given apart from submission of the Variable Tuition application. However, an estimated Variable Tuition rate is not a firm offer, which can only be given after an application for enrollment is submitted.

Upon completion of my Variable Tuition application, when will I receive confirmation of my Variable Tuition?
Applications are reviewed as soon as possible after providing all the required information to our confidential third-party service.

What is the cost to apply for Variable Tuition?
During the Open Enrollment portion of our Application Timeline the cost to apply for Variable Tuition is $40. APPLY FOR K-12 VARIABLE TUITION

We also encourage families to open a Maryland 529 Savings Account to help save money by paying K-12 tuition with pre-tax dollars. 

2023-24 ACTIVITY FEE 

The Activity Fee covers the cost for planned activities for each grade for the upcoming school year such as field trips, retreats, yearbooks (MS/HS only), cap & gown (seniors) and other events.  We do not charge a separate technology fee for student software licenses and chromebook use, as this is also included. 

• Kindergarten: $85
• 1st Grade: $100
• 2nd Grade: $100
• 3rd Grade: $110
• 4the Grade: $120
• 5th Grade: $155
• 6th Grade: $350
• 7th Grade: $350
• 8th Grade: $455
• 9th Grade: $390
• 10th Grade: $430
• 11th Grade: $480
• 12th Grade: $600

FAQ’S ABOUT VARIABLE TUITION