Tuition, Financial Aid, & Scholarships at Olney
Can I Afford to Send My Child to Olney Friends School?
Olney Friends School is committed to making our unique educational experience affordable for all accepted students. We believe that finances should never prevent a family from considering Olney as a high school option for their child. If you and your child believe that Olney might be the right school for you, we encourage you to request more information or begin your application today!
The need-based Tuition Assistance Program at Olney Friends School is guided by our belief that parents have an obligation to pay the educational expenses of their children to the extent that they can. The Tuition Assistance Program aims to fill the gap between the actual cost of a year’s tuition and what a family can realistically be expected to pay toward this cost. Read more below to learn more about our need-based Tuition Assistance Program.
To complete the Tuition Assistance Application or to make a payment online, click here to use FACTS.
Need-Based Tuition Assistance Program
We recognize that an Olney Friends School education is a major investment, and we are determined to make an Olney education affordable for the right-fit students. Therefore, we offer need-based tuition assistance. Parents who believe their children are eligible for admission are encouraged to apply and not assume an Olney education is out of reach. Families who wish to apply for tuition assistance should complete the FACTS application online.
Tuition Assistance applications are processed by a third-party financial analysis service, FACTS, which provides payment plans and financial needs assessments on the same platform. FACTS will recommend to Olney what a family should be able to contribute toward the tuition of their child(ren). The amount of tuition assistance will be determined by the FACTS analysis, the number of available spaces, the overall applicant pool, and fund availability.
Does your family need tuition assistance to attend Olney Friends School? Please complete our Tuition Assistance Application (FACTS).
Do you have more questions about our need-based Tuition Assistance Program? Please visit our Frequently Asked Questions section.
International Students
Olney Friends School offers our Tuition Assistance Program to international students as well. International families who wish to apply for tuition assistance should complete the International Student Financial Aid Profile. Families should also send verification of at least six months’ worth of income in the form of bank statements or a bank letter. The International Student Financial Aid Profile and bank verification should be emailed to admissions@www.olneyfriends.org.
External Scholarships
Scholarships are a form of tuition reduction for students who qualify for inclusion in one or more of the following groups:
National Friends Education Fund (NFEF): The NFEF Scholarship is available to students whose parent(s) have been members of a Quaker Monthly Meeting for at least one year. For more information, please click HERE.
Cost of Attendance
7-Day Boarding
Olney’s 7-Day Boarding option is by far the most common at the school. This option is almost a requirement for students whose home is more than two hours from campus unless reasonable, reliable transportation is available each weekend.
We encourage all families to consider the 7-Day Boarding option because so much of what makes Olney’s community life so vibrant occurs outside of regular academic hours. Activities, ice breakers, guest speakers, parlor meetings, and spiritual life events take place between Friday evening and Monday morning.
All international students should apply for the 7-Day Boarding option.
Tuition for 7-Day Boarding is $37,900 per year.
| Mandatory Fees | |
|---|---|
International Health Insurance (if applicable) | $1000 |
Technology | $300 |
Activity | $155 |
General | $100 |
Total | $3000 $2000 |
Additional Fees
We estimate that an average 7-day boarding student will need a minimum of $1,000 for the year to cover instructional materials, books, test fees, airport transportation, laundry, school supplies, and personal expenses.
All students must have health insurance to cover accidents and illnesses. The school will arrange for insurance to cover international students while they attend the school.
To make a payment online, click here to use FACTS.
5-Day Boarding
Olney’s 5-Day Boarding option is popular for students living in the surrounding counties and for those who live as far away as Pittsburgh, PA, and Columbus, Ohio.
While we encourage all families to consider the 7-Day Boarding option, we also realize that a teenager leaving home early is a major commitment and, in some cases, it is beneficial for the student to be home on the weekends. In most cases, the student will leave campus after academic hours on Friday and return on Sunday evening.
Tuition for 5-Day Boarding is $31,300 per year.
| Mandatory Fees | |
|---|---|
Technology | $300 |
Activity | $155 |
General | $100 |
Total | $555 |
Additional Fees
We estimate that an average 5-day boarding student will need a minimum of $750 for the year to cover instructional materials, books, test fees, airport transportation, laundry, school supplies, and personal expenses.
All students must have health insurance to cover accidents and illnesses.
To make a payment online, click here to use FACTS.
Day Students
An increasingly popular option in recent years, Day Students are able to experience Olney’s unique academics and attend high school in a safe, supportive environment without having to leave home.
About 15% of Olney’s current student body comes from the surrounding counties, and more students and families express interest each year. For those who opt to live off-campus, the school day typically ends after the afternoon sports block and resumes with Collection the next morning. Day Students are also welcome to attend non-mandatory evening functions. Likewise, they are expected to attend mandatory evening and weekend events a few times yearly.
Tuition for Day Students is $20,500 per year.
| Mandatory Fees | |
|---|---|
Technology | $300 |
Activity | $155 |
General | $100 |
Total | $555 |
Additional Fees
We estimate that an average day student will need a minimum of $500 for the year to cover instructional materials, books, test fees, airport transportation, laundry, school supplies, and personal expenses.
All students must have health insurance to cover accidents and illnesses.
To make a payment online, click here to use FACTS.
Olney Friends School Financial Aid, Scholarships, and Fellowships: Through our Financial Aid, Scholarship, and Fellowship Programs, Olney is committed to attracting the very best students from all economic, racial, ethnic, and religious backgrounds. We provide need-based financial aid, scholarships, and merit-based fellowships. You can apply online by clicking here.
Financial Aid
The financial aid program at Olney Friends School is guided by our belief that parents have an obligation to pay the educational expenses of their children to the extent that they are able. The financial aid program aims to fill the gap between the actual cost of a year’s tuition and what a family can realistically be expected to pay toward this cost. To apply for need-based financial aid, please visit the FACTS website.
For those families who do apply and are eligible for financial aid, the scholarships and fellowships offered at Olney become part of the overall financial aid package, and award amounts are determined on a case-by-case basis. We are determined to make an Olney education affordable for the right fit students. Therefore, when necessary, we offer substantial financial aid. Parents who believe their children are eligible for admission should apply and not assume an Olney education is out of reach.
Eligibility
To be eligible, new students must complete all components of the admissions application process, and all students must submit an essay relating to the scholarship or fellowship for which they are applying. The essay will be an opportunity for you to describe who you are, what you will bring to Olney, why you feel deserving of an award, and how Olney can support you in your interests, growth, and success.
Families who do not apply for financial aid may still be eligible to receive scholarships and fellowships. Students who qualify for a scholarship or who are selected for a merit-based fellowship will receive an award reducing tuition by up to $5,000 for a seven-day boarder, $4,200 for a five-day boarder, and $2,500 for a day student. If a family is eligible for an additional scholarship or is awarded an additional fellowship, a $2,500 award toward tuition will be granted for a seven-day boarder, $2,100 for a five-day boarder, and $1,250 for day students.
Selection
Once the admissions committee has made its admissions decisions, award recipients will be selected by a committee that includes the admissions officers, the Head of School, and other faculty members as appropriate. The number of scholarships will be determined by the number of available spaces, the overall applicant pool, and fund availability.
Scholarships
Scholarships are a form of tuition reduction for students who qualify for inclusion in one or more of the following groups:
Quaker scholarship: Students who attend Quaker meetings
Opportunity Scholarship: Students living in geographically and socioeconomically disadvantaged areas or areas impacted by natural disasters
Olney Heritage: Students with previous family connections to the school
Fellowships
Fellowships offer tuition reductions based on students’ individual gifts or interests. Students are asked to carry additional responsibilities relating to their gifts and interests as part of the fellowship award. The following Fellowships are offered at Olney:
Academic Fellowship: Applicants must have proven records of high academic achievement and potential to qualify. A successful candidate will also exhibit leadership potential and exemplary personal qualities consistent with Olney’s mission. Students may be asked to be peer counselors, tutors, and a student voice in academic affairs.
Art/Music Fellowship: Students who are gifted artists and musicians will be asked to organize an art show, assist other students in the development of their art, and help with the ongoing display of student and faculty artwork.
Leadership: Students who have exhibited strong leadership abilities and wish to continue to develop leadership skills. They will be expected to participate in student and community governance and be a student voice in the ongoing review of the policies and procedures relating to student life.
Farm /Agriculture: Students who have an interest in organic farming and agriculture. They will be expected to be leaders of the Farm Team and provide additional help on the farm as needed.
Sustainability and Environmental Studies: Students with an interest in sustainability and environmental studies will be expected to participate in the stream monitoring program and be involved in local environmental advocacy and education. They will also be asked to be involved in the school’s recycling center and ongoing carbon footprint assessment.
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