Tuition & Financial Aid

From the conception of the Foundations program in 2016, our goal has been to create an alternative to traditional special education – offering state-of-the-art programs and technology that create lasting growth in our students – at a cost that is more reasonable for parents. As a non-profit 501(c)(3), parents can rest assured that all tuition paid is fully invested in their child’s educational needs.

Tuition Rates for our 2026/2027 school year are as follows:

Elementary Tuition (1st – 6th grade) – $35,900

Junior High Tuition (7th – 8th grade) – $36,900

High School Tuition (9th – 12th) – $37,900

Online Student Tuition (1st – 12th) – $10,600

Enrollment Fees:

One-time New In-Person Student Enrollment Fee – $1,325

This is a one-time fee at the time of initial enrollment which covers the cost for the student’s Foundations backpack, personal laptop, headset with mic, mouse, mouse pad, student materials, and initial program license fees. Laptop and student materials will remain on campus while student is enrolled, but will become the property of the family at the time of graduation from the program.

Re-Enrollment Fee – $575 

One-time New Online Student Enrollment Fee – $800 

This is a one-time fee at the time of initial enrollment which covers the cost for the student’s Foundations backpack, student materials, and initial program license fees.

Tuition Discount and Payment Options:

2% Tuition Discount for families who pay in full by July 1

1% Tuition Discount for families who make two equal payments on July 1^st and December 1

10 equal payments due the first day of each month (July 1st through April 1st).

TUITION ASSISTANCE

Our heart and desire is that every child would receive the support they deserve. Over the past decade, we have set our tuition rates at an amount that simply covers the cost of running our program (25% to 35% less than the average school providing similar services). Regardless of the discount we offer, we understand that some parents may struggle to cover the cost of private education for their child, which is why we encourage parents to explore the following tuition assistance options: 

Annual Foundations Scholarships

Each school year we award tuition scholarships to qualifying families. Applications are processed through a third party, FACTS Tuition & Financial Aid Management, and our school is then notified of the recommended scholarship award amount. The number of scholarships and amounts awarded are based on annual donations received and available funds.

Additional Scholarship Opportunities

In addition to the scholarships awarded by Foundations, we have partnered with other organizations that provide annual scholarships to students who have been diagnosed with learning challenges. Our admissions director can provide you with recommendations for potential grants and scholarships that your family may qualify to receive.

Potential Tax Advantages

Because we serve students with specialized educational needs, some families may qualify to treat tuition and related expenses as a medical deduction, which can significantly reduce out-of-pocket costs. Transportation expenses may also qualify in certain situations. We recommend that you consult with your tax advisor to confirm eligibility and tax deduction guidelines.

Public School Funds

Foundations Cognitive Schools is a certified licensed private school that specializes in working with children who have been diagnosed with learning disabilities. Though we are not a NPS, our school does meet the qualifications to support children who are not having their needs met through the public school system. Through the IEE process (and often with the support of an Educational Advocate), some Foundations parents receive public school funding to cover the full cost of their child’s annual tuition fees. If you believe your family may qualify for this option, our admissions director can provide you with recommendations for Educational Advocates and Educational Psychologists who can support you through this process.

Using Education & Retirement Savings Funds

Families may be able to use funds from a 529 education savings plan—up to $10,000 per year—to help cover private school tuition. Additionally, some families choose to explore retirement savings, such as 401(k) funds, as part of their tuition planning strategy. Please consult with your tax advisor to confirm eligibility and guidelines for how to properly apply these funds toward your child’s private school education needs.