ADMISSIONS

TUITION AND FINANCIAL AID

We believe that giving your child an exceptional education, as early as possible, builds the foundation for a lifetime of personal and professional success.

At Nysmith School, we believe that investing in your child’s education is investing in their future. Our commitment to excellence in education is matched by our understanding of the financial considerations that come with it. As you explore the opportunities at our school, we invite you to review our comprehensive tuition plans and financial aid options designed to make our transformative learning experiences accessible to all families.

Understanding that each family’s situation is unique, our financial aid office is ready to answer your questions and provide the personalized support you need. Please reach out to us with any questions or to schedule a consultation. At Nysmith School, we’re not just providing an education; we’re building a foundation for a lifetime of success.

NYSMITH TUITION COVERS

  • Textbooks
  • Classroom resource materials
  • All school supplies
  • Science Lab supplies
  • Art Studio materials
  • PTO membership
  • Local field trips
  • Family Socials
  • Nysmith yearbook

2024 – 2025 Student Tuition

GRADE

Preschool: Beginners & PreK (M-F)

Kindergarten – 3rd Grade

4th – 8th Grade

HOURS

8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

TUITION

$30,200

$39,600

$44,900

The Nysmith School does not conduct any fundraising or capital drives to raise additional school funds.

Tuition Payment Plans

  • One annual payment

  • Two semester payments

  • Eight monthly payments

Reduced tuition is offered for families who choose the semester or annual payment options. A 20% Enrollment Deposit is due at the time of contract signing. Payment options are based on the remaining tuition balance. Nysmith offers Tuition Insurance through Dewar, and is required for the semester or monthly payment options.

REDUCED TUITION FOR SIBLINGS

The Nysmith School is a family-owned and -operated school. We believe in keeping families together, so we offer a discounted tuition for additional siblings.

1ST CHILD

Regular tuition rate

2ND CHILD

Regular tuition rate
reduced by 20%

3RD CHILD

Half of regular
tuition rate

4TH CHILD

Free Tuition

Financial Aid Program
at Nysmith School

The Financial Aid program at Nysmith School is needs-based. Approximately 25% of Nysmith families receive some form of financial assistance. Typical grants are for between 25% – 50% of the tuition. We encourage parents to explore the financial aid option when considering Nysmith enrollment for their child. Nysmith utilizes the services of FAST to process financial aid applications.

Frequently Asked Questions about Tuition

You may apply anytime! Because Nysmith has rolling admissions, you may apply before or after you fill out a Nysmith Application.

Families applying for financial aid must complete an online FAST application HERE and submit the necessary supporting documents directly to FAST.

Nysmith utilizes the FAST Program because it is designed to be highly responsive to our families. It is more flexible in terms of the information it will accommodate, thus allowing families to represent their own particular circumstances more accurately. All information from FAST is kept confidential, as is all information pertaining to a family’s financial aid request.

Yes. Funds from 529 accounts, which formerly could only be used for college expenses, can now be used to pay tuition for students attending private K-12 schools – up to $10,000 per year per student.

No. Nysmith does not conduct any fundraising or capital drives to raise additional school funds and we do not have an Endowment Fund from which to award scholarships or grants.

Yes. We will prorate your child’s tuition to the day your child begins school.

A financial aid decision will be made within approximately one week after the verification of your FAST application. Nysmith School will notify you via email.

If  you have any questions about this process, please contact Gabrielle Silver in our Business Office at 703-713-3332, ext. 1046.

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