Affording Avon: Tuition and Financial Aid

We strategically shape an inspiring environment intended to "create leaders, independent in thought and strong in moral principles"; and, we strive to help families afford an Avon Old Farms experience.
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Affording an Avon Old Farms Education

We are committed to working with you to clarify the financial aid process.

Last year, 39% of Avon Old Farms students collectively received more than $5.7 million in financial aid grants.

The Financial Aid Committee strives to help as many families as possible: please note and adhere to our application deadlines to maximize your consideration for aid.

2023-24 School Expenses

Tuition and Fees	Boarding	Day
Tuition	$72,300	$54,900
General Fee (Health Center, Technology, Laundry*)	$2,545	$1,175
International Student Fee	$1,000

*Laundry fee for boarding students

Overview

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Financial Aid

Financial aid at Avon Old Farms is determined by a family's ability to meet educational expenses. Please request Financial Aid per protocol from the Admission Office upon application submission/interview. The Financial Aid Committee is unable to consider requests for financial assistance after admission decisions are made. Any questions concerning qualifications for financial aid may be addressed to Rebecca Winsor

All financial information submitted in support of a financial aid application is held in strict confidence. All financial aid awards are confidential agreements between the recipient family and Avon Old Farms School. Therefore, it is the expectation that students receiving financial aid, and their families, will honor this confidentiality. A student may forfeit his award if this confidentiality is breached.

Fee waivers are granted on a basis of demonstrated need. SSS has its own process for issuing fee waivers, to request a waiver for the SAO please complete this form. In order to be considered for a fee waiver the inquiry form must be completed as well.

Applying for Financial Aid

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1. Starting on October 2, you may begin your financial aid application by completing your Parents' Financial Statement (PFS) at the School and Student Services Portal. Answer all questions as completely as possible and be certain to list Avon Old Farms School (Code # 1450) as a recipient of the Report of Financial Need. We recommend completing the PFS online; however, you may contact the Admissions Office to request a printed version of the PFS.

2. In addition to submitting your PFS, the Financial Aid Committee also requires signed copies of the following documents be submitted to SSS no later than February 1st:

2021 IRS Form 1040 (signed, with all applicable schedules)
2021 IRS Form W-2
2022 IRS Form 1040** (signed, with all applicable schedules)
SSS Business/Farm Statement (if applicable)

**Due to the timing of our deadline, we will temporarily accept an estimated 2022 tax return. Copies of the signed and completed 2022 Form 1040 should be mailed as soon as possible. Our initial financial aid award could change based on differences between your estimated and actual 2022 tax return. No financial aid award is final until the official 2022 tax return is received.

3. In cases of divorced or separated parents, it is the policy of Avon Old Farms School that both parents retain the obligation to contribute to the education of their children whether or not there is a legal agreement between them to do so. Both natural parents, including their spouses if they are remarried, should provide the financial information that is requested by the School each year.

4. For new applicants to Avon Old Farms, all forms should be submitted to SSS no later than February 1st. Financial aid awards are available on March 10th with admission decision letters. For returning Avon students, the forms should be submitted no later than January 1st if your application is to be given full consideration. If this date has passed, please send the completed forms to SSS as soon as possible.

Financial Aid Award Renewal

Financial aid decisions are made on an annual basis, and we ask that families reapply for aid each year. The Financial Aid Committee then reevaluates student grants. Grant amounts may vary, depending on changes in the parents' financial situation. It is the responsibility of the financial aid recipient to maintain appropriate grades, effort, and conduct.

The deadline for financial aid renewal is January 1.

Merit Scholarships

Gordon Scholarships

Gordon Scholarships are awarded to students who have distinguished themselves as outstanding scholars, exceptional leaders, and have shown significant involvement in extracurricular activities.

All new applicants are automatically considered for a Gordon Scholarship upon completion of the admission process. Each year, only a few students are chosen by the Admission Committee as Gordon Scholars, making the selection process very competitive. Candidates do not have to apply for financial aid to be considered.

Payment Plans

Nondiscrimination Policy

Avon Old Farms School admits students of any race, color, national or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the School. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, or disabilities in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.