Tuition Assistance

Any family of a kindergarten through twelfth grade student may apply if they think they may qualify for the program. Many factors are considered when determining the amount a family is able to pay, including income, assets, unusual expenses, and the size of the family. The resources available for the program in a given year must also be considered.

The tuition assistance program at Western Christian School is need-based. This program allows families to apply for assistance, making a Western Christian education affordable to many qualified students who could not otherwise join our school community. The funds available for the tuition assistance program are limited. We work within our available resources to make the school accessible to as many students as possible. Tuition assistance awards are limited to a maximum of 50% of the annual tuition, and do not cover student fees. Hardship grants above the 50% limit are based on reported extenuating circumstances.

Scholarships and Grants may be given for one year, or for a term as short as a quarter. The application process is repeated annually.

All decisions are determined by the scholarship committee through a blind review process with priority consideration given to returning students in good standing. Please note that all tuition assistance requests, including financial information and award amounts, are kept completely confidential.

An application for tuition assistance does not affect the admission process. They are distinct and separate applications and processed as such. Families may apply for tuition assistance at any time during the admissions process or after enrollment.

1. After submitting an Application for Admission, submit a FACTS Grant & Aid Application. To be considered for aid, all requested documents, along with the $40 processing fee, must be submitted to FACTS.
2. Applicants who receive awards will have two weeks to accept the award. Awards not accepted within two weeks may be withdrawn at the sole discretion of WCS.
3. Tuition assistance is awarded annually and for one year at a time. Thus, all aid recipients must repeat the full application process each year. If a family does not meet the deadlines or follow all the steps correctly, they may not receive any tuition assistance.
4. Financial aid awarded may be reduced or withdrawn if a student withdraws. When awarded for more than one family member, withdrawal of one or more students reduces the amount awarded to the family accordingly.

Assistance requests by prospective families are evaluated starting May 1st, with Award decision notifications made by mid-May. For requests received after May 1st, please allow a minimum of two weeks for processing.

1. GPA:  Minimum requirement 2.0 (9-12 grades) exceptions for students on an IEP. 
2. Payment requirements: 
   1. In order to receive Tuition Assistance, the parent/guardian must setup a payment plan through FACTS Financial.
   2. Accounts must be current and maintain a current status to receive scholarship funds. 
   3. At sixty days past due a student loses scholarship status. At ninety days a student is not allowed to return to school until the account is made current.