Value, Tuition, and Affordability

AN INVESTMENT WITH LIFELONG REWARDS

“CFA is the best investment we ever made.” – father of a current CFA student and two graduates

It’s never too soon to invest in an educational experience that changes the trajectory of your child’s life — developing intellect and character, and inspiring respect, integrity, resilience, and accountability. Those results make this investment invaluable: ranging from preschoolers who read early and reason mathematically to alumni who lead and innovate in careers and communities. Come see for yourself what generations of CFA families have found: we help students reach their full potential.

“I appreciate the personal attention, deep relationships and small class size.” -Alumna and mother of 4 CFA students

CFA’s families include those who can pay full tuition plus contribute to the Annual Fund, as well as those who require assistance to make enrollment affordable. No matter where one is in that range, no one really pays full cost of a CFA education, because the cost of that excellence exceeds even our top tuition. However, generous donations make up the difference, affirming our community’s investment in the value of our school. Whether you have questions about costs or benefits, please speak with us. Our story doesn’t stop with numbers, and your child’s doesn’t have to either.

Tuition for 2025/2026:

INCLUDED IN TUITION:

Required class trips and junior class Junior Outdoor Expedition, athletic team and performing arts travel, special materials, textbooks (Lower School only), individual laptops (3rd through 12th grade), reading and math specialists for Lower School, and math and writing labs for Middle and Upper School.

NOT INCLUDED IN TUITION:

Lunch, contracted tutoring or transportation services, personal student supplies, textbooks (grades 6-12 only), the cost for optional activities, trips, and/or purchases, and the one-time Capital Assessment Fee. Upon initial enrollment, each student is assessed $3,000, paid over three years. 

OPTIONAL SERVICES:

Learning Skills Program 
After-School Care
Summer Camps and After Class Enrichment Sessions
Private Music Instruction

FINDING THE PLAN THAT BEST SUITS YOU

One Pay Plan: requires a deposit of $2,000, with the balance payable by May 15. This plan is available for current students until May 15, and for new students who enroll after that date. Tuition Refund Insurance (TRP) is optional, but available at additional cost and is recommended.

Two Pay Plan: requires a deposit of $2,000 and two payments: the first by May 15, and the final by November 15. TRP is required. 

Monthly Pay Plan: The Monthly Plan requires a deposit of $2,000 and an additional processing fee of $200. The balance is paid monthly by bank draft via FACTS. Monthly payments can be made in 11 payments from May to March. Tuition and fees must be paid in full by March 31, regardless of when the monthly payments begin. TRP is required under this plan. 

Click here for information on TRP.

NEED-BASED GRANTS

In support of developing a diverse and inclusive community, we consider financial assistance applications from qualified K-12 students who otherwise would be unable to enroll. We are committed to working hard on affordability issues for families who share our goal of reaching the full potential of each child, who seek to contribute positively to the life of our school community, and whose financial documentation verifies need. Grants are CFA-funded awards to students who need financial assistance. You can find information about the process, qualifications, and criteria for CFA’s financial aid program for grades K-12 by clicking the buttons below.