Tuition and Fees for the 2025-2026 School Year

Tuition Investment (K5-12th Grade)

• Monthly: $650.00
• Annually: $6,500.00
• Includes: Tuition, two field trips, ACA Performing Arts costumes (Christmas Spectacular & Spring Program).

High School Fees (9th-12th Grade)

• Monthly: $655.00
• Annually: $6,550.00
• Includes: Class Trip (meals not included), Jr./Sr. Class Banquets, and Graduation Reception.
• Note: Graduation Cap and Gown is an additional fee.

Registration Fees

• Early Registration: $25 (expires May 1)
• Normal Registration: $150 (after May 1)
• Secures a classroom spot upon acceptance; non-refundable, payable annually with application.

Book Fees

• K5-12th Grade: $575.00 annually
• Due in full by July 1st; books not ordered until paid.
• $25 late fee applies after July 2nd.

Additional Expenses

• Sports Fees:
• Middle/High School: $250 per sport
• Elementary: $125 per sport
• School of Music Fees: $20 per lesson
• Advanced Learning Services: $30 per session
• Lunch Program: $6.50 per day (billed monthly)
• ACA Crew Sweaters and Merchandise: Price TBD

Payment Options

1. Families Qualifying for Education Freedom Scholarship Act:
   • Parents must apply for the scholarship.
   • Upon approval, the Department of Education collaborates with ACA to cover tuition investments and book fees.
   • All other expenses (e.g., high school fees, sports, music, lunch, etc.) remain the parent/guardian’s responsibility, payable via cash, check, or Smartcare account.
2. Families Not Qualifying for Education Freedom Scholarship Act:
   • ACA offers a secondary scholarship to offset costs (amount determined and awarded individually).
   • Payment options after scholarship award:
   • A. Pay in Full: Pay by semester or full school year.
   • B. Payment Plan (10 Months: August-May):
     • Requires auto-draft setup in Smartcare on the 1st of each month.
     • Payments not received by the 15th incur a $30 late fee.
     • Covers tuition, book fees, lunches, and other Smartcare charges.
     • If auto-draft falls on a non-business day, payment processes the next business day.
   • C. Smartcare Billing Clarification:
     • Payments processed in batches on the 26th of each month for the following month (e.g., July 26th for August).
     • Auto-draft occurs on the 1st; if unpaid by the 15th, contact the office to confirm your payment plan.

Accepted Payment Methods

• ACH: Automatic deduction from checking or savings.
• Debit Cards
• Credit Cards: VISA, AMEX, MasterCard, Discover (2.85% additional fee applies).

Account Policies

• Accounts must be current for pre-registration.
• Delinquent accounts must be paid in full before the new school year begins.
• Consequences of Delinquency:
  • Students may not attend classes or extracurricular activities until the account is current.
  • Grade cards withheld until the account is current.
  • No grade cards, diplomas, or records released until full payment is received.
• Declined Payments:
  • Three-day grace period to resolve and pay.
  • After grace period: $50 charge applied, and students may be barred from class until paid.

Additional Policies

1. Tuition and fees don’t cover the full cost of education; participation in prayer and service is encouraged. Prompt, consistent payment is vital to ACA’s operations.
2. New students are accepted on a six-week trial basis, requiring a C average and cooperative attitude.
3. Parents pledge loyalty to ACA’s aims, bringing questions/criticisms directly to administration.
4. Posting negative comments about ACA or staff on social media may result in student withdrawal.
5. Teachers and administration have full discretion in student discipline.

Important Notes

• Fees are estimates and subject to change; additional fees may be added as needed.
• Registration fees, book fees, and tuition investments are non-refundable.
• Prices assume full enrollment; adjustments apply for mid-career entry.