Think you can’t afford a quality Christian education?
Think Again
We’re excited to offer
VARIABLE TUITION
VARIABLE TUITION
No family at VCS pays the full cost of education.
Valley Christian School is pleased to offer Variable Tuition.
Tuition at VCS is not “one-size-fits-all.” It’s an income-based range that allows for up to a 40% reduction in tuition. Variable Tuition adjusts tuition rates to meet your family’s unique financial position.
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| Grade Level | Cost to Educate (Cost to School) | 2024-25 Tuition Range (Cost to Family) |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-K (3 Day) | $2,185 | |
| Pre-K (4 Day) | $2,910 | |
| Kindergarten (3 Day) | $3,405 – $5,675* | |
| Kindergarten (4 Day) | $4,275 – $7,120* | |
| Grades 1-6 | $5,625 – $9,370* | |
| Grades 7-8 | $5,940 – $9,895* | |
| Grades 9-12 | $6,295 – $10,490* |
| Grade Level | Cost to Educate (Full Tuition) | 2024-25 Tuition Range (Cost to Family) |
|---|---|---|
| Homeschool (Accountability) K-8 | $970 | |
| Homeschool (Accountability) 9–12 | $1,430 | |
| Homeschool (Enrichment Day) K-2 | $2,130 | |
| Homeschool (Enrichment Day) 3-6 | $2,435 | |
| Homeschool (Enrichment Day) 7-8 | $3,290 | |
| Homeschool (Enrichment Day) 9-12 | $3,590 |
Please call our office at (509) 924-9131 for more details.
| Fee | Cost | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Application Fee (PreK – 6) | $75 | Per student, first year only |
| Application Fee (7 – 12) | $75 | Per student, first year only |
| Family Enrollment Fee | $300 | Per family, annual |
| Elementary Sports Fees | $50 | Per elementary student, per sport |
| Junior High Sports Fees | $100 | Per junior high student, per sport (track, cross country and volleyball) |
| Junior High Basketball Fee | $150 | Per junior high student (basketball only) |
| High School Sports Fees | $250 | Per high school student, per Varsity/JV sport (track, cross country, volleyball and basketball) |
| Homeschool: Secondary Assessment Fee | $125 | Per student, 7-12 grade |
| Homeschool: Optional VCS Day School Classes | $600/semester | Per class, 7-12 grade |
Withdrawal of Student: After July 1st, there will be an $800 withdrawal for both day school and homeschool 2-day program, a fee of $400 for homeschool 1-day program, and a fee of $500 to withdraw from 2 to 1 days in the homeschool program.
Credit cards will be accepted on all Tuition and Fee payments with a convenience fee.
* The highest number in the tuition range represents the amount for Parents who don’t qualify or choose not to apply for variable tuition.
** Fundraising helps cover the full cost of education.
Valley Christian School offers four ways for families to pay tuition.
“The decision to send our son to VCS changed his life, and ours. Words can’t express what a true blessing this community has been to us all. The level of commitment of the VCS teachers, staff and community to each and every student is absolutely priceless.” – VCS Parent
Variable Tuition FAQs
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No. Only families who feel they may not be able to afford the full cost of tuition should apply for Variable Tuition. If the cost is not a burden, there is no need to apply.
Yes. Families must submit a new Variable Tuition application each year before the May 31 deadline.
Yes, families who do not qualify in one year are welcome to reapply for Variable Tuition the following year. Variable Tuition is determined by the prior tax year’s information.
Variable Tuition will take the place of the financial aid program. No family will get less assistance because of our transition to Variable Tuition.
No, the Variable Tuition program is meant to assist families with the cost of tuition. Variable Tuition allows for up to a 50% reduction in tuition. While no family at VCS pays the full cost of education, every VCS family makes a financial investment into their child’s education.
No. Class size limits have been established by the Valley Christian School Board.
Please direct all questions about Variable Tuition to:
Thane Gromlich, Business Manager
busoffice@vcsc.org
(509) 893-4147
No. Only families who feel they may not be able to afford the full cost of tuition should apply for Variable Tuition. If the cost is not a burden, there is no need to apply.
Yes. New students must submit an application for admission to Valley Christian School first. The admission application is a separate process from the Variable Tuition process, but both applications may be processed simultaneously.
Yes. Families must submit a new Variable Tuition application each year before the May 31 deadline.
No, the Variable Tuition process will not affect the admission process at all. The admission process is a separate process from the Variable Tuition application process.
No, the Variable Tuition program is meant to assist families with the cost of tuition. Variable Tuition allows for up to a 50% reduction in tuition. While no family at VCS pays the full cost of education, every VCS family makes a financial investment into their child’s education.
Yes, families who do not qualify in one year are welcome to reapply for Variable Tuition the following year. Variable Tuition is determined by the prior tax year’s information.
No. Class size limits have been established by the Valley Christian School Board.
Please direct all questions about Variable Tuition to:
Thane Gromlich, Business Manager
busoffice@vcsc.org
(509) 893-4147
Variable Tuition is a need-based tuition assistance program. The Variable Tuition program makes a Valley Christian education affordable to many qualified students who might not be able to join our school community otherwise.
Note to current VCS parents: Variable Tuition will take the place of the financial aid program.
New and current VCS families may apply for Variable Tuition. If you are concerned about the cost of tuition or think you may qualify for Variable Tuition, we encourage you to apply.
Many factors are considered in our Variable Tuition application process, including:
- income
- assets
- available resources
- unusual expenses
- family size
Unfortunately, we may not be able to provide Variable Tuition to every deserving student. We work within our available resources to make a Valley Christian education accessible to as many students and families as possible. This is part of the reason we encourage every family who feels they need Variable Tuition to apply as early as possible.
Yes, you can receive a Variable Tuition estimate from our Business Office before you apply for Valley Christian School.
First, complete the admissions or re-enrollment application for all students in your family as early as possible.
Then, for returning families, complete the Variable Tuition application before the May 31st deadline.
For new families, the Variable Tuition application is an optional part of the enrollment process.
There is no cost to apply.
