Tuition and Fees

 New applicants only. One-time fee paid upon admission.

Registration fee is a one-time fee paid upon admissions to grades K-12. Maximum fee per family is $12,000.

Covers broken, lost or damaged items; transfer fees charged by banks, overage of lunch or snack bar charges. When the deposit goes below $50, it needs to be refreshed at the beginning of the following academic year. Unused deposits are refunded when the family leaves ACST .

Supports campus development and facility improvements.

A re-enrollment deposit of $500 per student is payable in May each year. This will guarantee a seat for your children at ACST the following academic year. 

Non-refundable and varies by grade level.

Lunch for Elementary and Middle School can be charged with tuition or invoiced separately if requested. No refunds are given for unconsumed lunches.

Full-time/Full-year (Morning pick-up AND afternoon drop-off): 1600.00 USD/child
Full-time/Half-year: 850.00 USD/child
Half-time/Full-year (Morning pick-up OR afternoon drop-off only): 850.00 USD/child

Athletic Late Bus (5:40 p.m.): Students who are not enrolled in the afternoon transportation service can use the late bus by paying a fee of USD 150 per season.

Families may be charged additional fees for student participation in:

• International trips (e.g., Model United Nations, robotics competitions, athletics events)
• Specialized programs or extracurricular activities requiring travel or accommodations.

ACST budgets a small amount each year for financial aid. Financial aid is awarded to families who have exceptional, unexpected needs. It usually is between 5-10 percent of the overall invoice, and is given for a maximum of three years. Families applying for financial aid must submit financial records, demonstrating need. Financial aid is reviewed in May, September and December each year.