Tuition & Aid

A private school education within reach

Choosing a school means imagining where your child will grow, learn, and belong. We believe a family’s financial circumstances should not keep them from considering City School.

Our sliding-scale tuition makes a Christ-centered, Charlotte Mason education accessible to families across a range of incomes, thanks to the generosity of our donors. 80% of City School students receive scholarships. Tuition assistance is a central part of how we welcome families into our community.

Sibling discounts are available for families who are not applying for financial aid.

Families requesting tuition assistance should complete an application at . City School will notify applicants of their tuition assistance with their enrollment offer. Please note, there is a $45 application fee to FACTS when you submit your application. This fee goes directly to FACTS and is not the same as our application admissions fee.

How sliding scale tuition works

Families seeking assistance complete a financial aid application through FACTS Grant and Aid Assessment, an independent organization that helps us understand each family’s financial circumstances. Using that information, we work with families to determine a scholarship amount with the goal of making a City School education financially accessible.

We encourage you to explore financial aid before deciding whether City School is within reach for your family.

Let’s explore what’s possible for your family

If you’re wondering what tuition could look like for your family or need help understanding the process, our admissions team is here to help. We would love to hear about your child and help you explore a City School education.

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Texas Education Freedom Accounts

City School has secured its accreditation via COGNIA and now proudly accepts Texas Education Freedom Accounts.

To learn more about TEFA (Texas Education Accounts), please click on the button for more information.