VARIABLE TUITION
Many families are surprised to find out that a Judah Christian School education really is affordable for them after all.
LET'S TALK TUITION... AND HOW YOU CAN AFFORD IT.
A Christian education is affordable for most families, but many families are surprised to find out how affordable it really is for them. Many families start with, "How can we make this work?" or "Wow, this seems impossible.", but with the help of God's provision and the amazing team in our business office, you can afford to have your student at Judah.
We've had numerous families leave the office pleasantly surprised once they learn more about payment plans, available discounts, and how tuition is structured. Don't walk away from exploring what your child's future could be like. Stop by and have a discussion so we can guide you through your options.
AMBER COULTER - "A DESIRE TO HELP FAMILIES"
MAE WALLACE - "WE DID IT"
WE WANT YOU TO BE HERE
SEE GOD WORKING AT JUDAH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
At Judah, we've awarded a little over $219,000 per year (on average) in Variable Tuition awards since 2006. Over time we've awarded over $4.3M in awards and partial scholarships to families.
We want you to be here. Through the compassion of donors and our school we want to make it possible for you.
VARIABLE TUITION
What is Variable Tuition? Variable Tuition is an award of a partial scholarship for your student based on your finances.
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Judah works with a private third party that helps to match your tuition with your family's unique financial position. You confidentially submit your information to our partner through an online application, and they make a private, unbiased recommendation to Judah on your variable tuition award, ranging from 10% off to a max of 50% off of the annual posted tuition for that academic year...making it possible for many families to attend.
If you wish for more information before applying, or to learn what assistance may be available for your family, please reach out to bookkeeping at 217-359-1701 ext. 189.
For technical assistance with the FACTS application, please contact FACTS Customer Service.
VARIABLE TUITION RATES
Please see the below ranges for Variable Tuition. Where you fit in the range depends on your application and approval for a partial scholarship towards tuition. Variable Tuition is only available for Kindergarten through grade twelve. Variable Tuition is not available for Preschool families.
2024-2025 K-12 VARIABLE TUITION RATES
Elementary K-6
$4,308 - $8,616*
Junior High 7-8
$4,807 - $9,613*
High School 9-12
$5,165 - $10,330*
*The Maximum tuition level is for families who choose not to apply for a variable tuition award, do not qualify for a variable tuition award or once all variable tuition award funds have been exhausted.
K-12 Discounts
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Multi Child Discount - 2nd child 10 percent tuition discount, 3rd child 20 percent tuition discount, 4th child 30 percent discount
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Grandfathered multi child discounts apply to families enrolled in 2021-2022.
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Pastor Discount – Full time pastors may be eligible for a 25 percent tuition discount for each of their students.
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Annual Pay Discounts – Pay tuition by June 1 and receive a 2 percent tuition discount, Pay tuition by August 1 and receive a 1 percent tuition discount.
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K-12 Payment Options
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One payment in full by June 1
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Two payments June or August and January
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12 month payment plan
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10 month payment plan – August – May
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Biweekly payment plan – 2 payments per month for 10 months (20 payments)
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At this time, JCS pays for FACTS payment options for JCS families. Payments are set up through automatic bank drafts with FACTS Tuition Management for either the 5th or 20th of the month.
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Application and Enrollment Fees
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JCS Application fee $75
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JCS Enrollment fee $150
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FACTS Grant and Aid Application $40 - FACTS Grant and Aid is separate from application for admission to Judah Christian School
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Additional Charges
Additional charges for lunch, athletics, after school care, electives, etc are not covered under tuition charges. These items are billed separately in incidental billing.
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When can I apply for variable tuition?Applications for variable tuition typically open in February.
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When will I know if I receive a variable tuition award?It takes 4-6 weeks to process applications. For those applying in February, you will be notified in late March/early April of the award.
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How are the awards determined?Judah Christian School works with a private third-party, FACTS Grant & Aid, that provides us with a recommended award based on your online application.
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How much is tuition?Please check out our tuition table above to see the posted rates for the current academic year. Note: Tuition is determined each academic year by the school board.