Affording Villa
You Belong Here.
We believe that quality education in a child's formative years is a true investment—laying a strong foundation for future success. A Villa education is an investment in your child’s holistic development that will engage, prepare, and support them well beyond graduation. The foundational years spent in our connected community provide Villa graduates with the skills and inclination to forge lives of high achievement, service, and purpose. Known for being young people of curiosity, intellect, and character, they are well- prepared for the challenges of high school and beyond.
Villa Academy is committed to building a socioeconomically diverse community,
and is dedicated to supporting the financial needs of our families.
We understand that our tuition is a substantial investment, and may require financial planning. Villa's extensive need-based financial assistance program supports families for whom tuition would otherwise be a barrier to attendance. We offer a range of assistance awards to qualifying families across a spectrum of incomes. Should you find that Villa is the right fit for your child and family, we encourage you to consider our community regardless of your financial situation.
2026 - 27 Tuition
In 2026 - 27 we awarded $1.9M in financial assistance to approximately 23% of our student body. We understand that every family's situation is different. Please consider applying for financial assistance if affording the full cost of tuition would be a challenge for your family.
| Division | Tuition |
|---|---|
| Preschool Threes, Fours, & Fives | $32,150 |
| Lower School (Kindergarten - 4th Grade) | $37,850 |
| 5th Grade | $40,700 (+ 5th Grade Camp) |
| 6th Grade - 8th Grade | $40,700 (+ Laptop and Annual Offsite Camp) |
Tuition Information & Financial Assistance Resources
Villa Academy offers Financial Assistance for kindergarten through 8th grade families.
Villa is committed to enrolling a talented, mission-fit student body, and to welcoming a population that represents all socioeconomic backgrounds. No family should be deterred from applying for admission due to financial constraints. Villa determines assistance awards based on demonstrated financial need when comparing the student’s educational expenses with the family’s ability to pay. Recipients must reapply for financial assistance each year.
Villa Academy extends a wide range of awards to families who may qualify. In the 25-26 school year, families receiving assistance paid between $1,500 and $39,100. In the upcoming 2026-2027 school year, families receiving assistance can expect to pay between $1,500 and $37,000.
Villa uses Clarity, a financial assistance application system, to determine a family’s level of financial need. Clarity reviews financial information taken from your most recent tax returns, and makes data-based recommendations for financial assistance awards. Villa extends financial assistance awards in conjunction with enrollment and re-enrollment contracts.
For questions about financial assistance, please email finassistance@thevilla.org.
Villa Academy’s Financial Assistance program helps close the gap between the costs of attending and a family’s ability to pay.
Tuition and fees for the coming school year are set by the Board of Trustees and published each January. Tuition fees typically increase between 4-7% each year.
The Financial Assistance budget is set by the Board of Trustees and is a percentage of our net tuition revenue.
Financial Assistance awards range from a modest award to nearly full tuition. All families are expected to contribute to the cost of their child’s education.
Comprehensive Cost
Financial Assistance Philosophy
At Villa Academy, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community where every student can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Our Financial Assistance program reflects our commitment to enrolling all qualified students, regardless of financial circumstances. Through this initiative, we are able to provide financial assistance to approximately 23% of our students, helping to ensure that cost is not a barrier to a Villa education.
Our philosophy is centered on equity and inclusivity, with the goal of reflecting the rich diversity of our surrounding community. We understand that each family's financial situation is unique, and we strive to provide tailored support to ensure that every qualified student can experience the full breadth of opportunities that Villa offers.
For more information or questions about Financial Assistance at Villa Academy, please contact our Director of Enrollment Management, Keisha M. Wilson at kwilson@thevilla.org.
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