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.
Quote by Dunlap Smith, on Theodate Pope Riddle, Founder

Affording an Avon Old Farms Education

Last year, 40% of Avon Old Farms families collectively received more than $6.1 million in financial aid grants.

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

Request Our Viewbook Apply Now

Financial Aid

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.

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. 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

To get started, please go to the Clarity Application and create an account. The application typically takes less than 30 minutes to complete. At the end of the application, there is a $60 fee to submit.

Please remember to return to your dashboard after you complete and submit your Clarity Application, as Avon Old Farms requires you to upload additional tax documentation as requested in the application.

Please refer to Key Dates for the application deadline.

If you need support during the process of completing your application, there is in-app support available through the “Help” button in the bottom left of the screen, as well as email and phone support at support@claritytuition.com or 206-210-3752, in both English and Spanish. The application itself is also fully translated into Spanish.

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.

Limited financial aid is available after the initial deadlines. Please contact Rebecca Winsor prior to starting an application.

Financial Aid Award Renewal

Financial aid is reviewed annually, and we ask that families reapply for aid each year. Please note, grant amounts may vary, depending on changes in parents' financial situation. It is the responsibility of the financial aid recipient to maintain appropriate grades, effort, and conduct.

If you are a current family applying for financial aid for the first time please contact Rebecca Winsor to review eligibility. Only families with significant and unpreventable financial change will be eligible to apply.

The deadline for financial aid renewal is November 30.

Key Dates

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.