Transparent 2026–2027 schedules for both local and international families — with flexible payment plans, sibling discounts, and scholarships for qualifying high school students.
A fixed monthly rate, billed on the 1st of each month.
| Program | Hours | Monthly Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Half Day | 6:30 AM – 12:30 PM | $820 / month |
| Full Day | 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM | $940 / month |
| Fee | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Registration Fee | $205 | One-time, non-refundable — yearbook included |
| Book Fee | $215 | Pre-Kindergarten students only |
| Diapering Fee | $50 / month | Children who are not fully potty-trained |
| Late Pickup | $2 / minute | After the contracted pickup time |
Choose the plan that fits your family. Installment plans divide tuition into ten (10) monthly payments, August through May.
| Grade | One Payment | Two Payments | Monthly Installments |
|---|---|---|---|
| K – 8th | $8,400 | $8,800 | $9,200 |
| 9th – 12th | $8,900 | $9,340 | $9,800 |
A 17.5% tuition discount applies to the sibling in the lower grade.
| Fee | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Registration Fee | $175 | Annual, non-refundable |
| Material Fee | $290 | Yearbook, Art/PE/Lab supplies, state testing, ACSI fee |
| Book Fee | $515 | All textbooks and workbooks |
| Extended Hours (AM or PM) | $220 / month | 6:30–7:30 AM or 4:30–5:30 PM |
| Extended Hours (AM & PM) | $360 / month | Both morning and afternoon |
| Emergency Extension | $20 / 15 min | Beyond free hours without enrollment |
| Walkathon | $100 / student | Annual mandatory fundraising event |
| Volunteer Hours | $25 / hour | Billed only if required hours are unfulfilled |
Scholarships are available for qualifying high school students, and a 17.5% sibling discount applies to the lower-grade child. A $500 referral credit is available when you refer a full-paying family.
Pay in one payment, two payments, or ten monthly installments (August–May). Tuition is based on 180 instructional days; late enrollment is prorated over the remaining months.
A 60-day written notice is required, and tuition remains due for the notice period. Student records are released once the account is paid in full.
Late fees apply after a 5-day grace period: $75 / $100 / $150 for successive late payments. Returned checks incur a $45 NSF fee.
Complete terms — proration, due dates, and all policies — are in the downloadable PDF schedule above. Questions? Email admissions@shacademy.org or call (626) 919-2000.
Tuition may be paid by year (covering two semesters) or by semester. Housing is limited and requires an approved application.
| Tuition | By Year | By Semester |
|---|---|---|
| K – G8 | $29,750 | $19,330 |
| G9 – G12 | $32,600 | $21,190 |
| Housing (Grades 6–12) | By Year | By Semester |
|---|---|---|
| Dormitory | $25,500 | $16,575 |
| Homestay | $27,500 | $17,875 |
| Premium Dorm | $37,500 | $24,375 |
| Security Deposit (one-time) | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Lunch Program | $2,200 | $1,100 |
Housing includes 10 or 5 months of meals, transportation, and custodianship, excluding school-day lunches. The Lunch Program covers on-campus cafeteria meals separately.
| Program Package (mandatory) | By Year | By Semester |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Registration | $300 | $300 |
| Textbook & Workbook | $545 | $355 |
| School Materials | $520 | $330 |
| Activities & Field Trips | $775 | $505 |
| Annual Fundraising | $100 | $100 |
| Package Total | $2,240 | $1,590 |
The program package is mandatory and billed as one bundle — items cannot be opted out, selected individually, or prorated within a semester.
| Application & Pre-Enrollment | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Application Fee | $150 | Required before application processing |
| I-20 Processing Fee | $200 | After approval, before I-20 issuance |
| Tuition Deposit | $3,800 | Paid with I-20 fee; fully refundable upon documented visa denial |
| Optional Services | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Student Health Insurance | $1,500 / year | 12-month coverage; waivable with approved private insurance |
| School Uniforms | $550 (one-time) | Required for new students at first arrival |
| Airport Commute | $200 / round trip | One pick-up and one drop-off |
All fees are non-refundable except the tuition deposit and security deposit. Additional items (after-school classes, extra course credits, graduation and sports fees, study tours) are billed separately. Questions? Email international@shacademy.org or call (626) 919-2000.
Schedule a tour or start your application — our admissions team will walk you through tuition, plans, and aid.
