FINANCING EDUCATION

Meeting the Costs of an Academy Education
Financial need should never discourage a family from applying for admission to the Academy. An Academy education is an investment in your child's future. We are committed to providing tuition assistance to ensure that our outstanding program is open to all qualified candidates

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE OPTIONS
William Winter Scholars Program
Open to students who will be entering Grade 6 or Grade 9 in September 2009. Students from all public, parochial and private schools are eligible to participate. Awards are based on an examination, school transcripts, teacher recommendations, and a personal interview. The awards are not based on financial need.
William Winter Scholars Program Application for Admission (.pdf 43 kb) William Winter Scholars Program Application Addendum (.pdf 88 kb)

Financial Aid Awards
Financial aid awards are available for students with demonstrated financial need as determined by information provided on the School and Student Service (SSS) Parent Financial Statement (PFS). We do not use an income scale as a cut-off for grants. Financial Aid is available for students in Kindergarten and Grades 1-12. PFS forms are available in the Admissions Office.
Read Staten Island Academy's Financial Aid Guidelines.
Families may apply online after November 15th, 2008.

Discounts & Payment Plans
Semi-Annual Installment Plan
10 Month Installment Plan
Early Discount

SLM Financial Corporation Education Loans are individual loans which can help bridge the difference between a family's available funds and the actual tuition cost. Some families may use the loan in addition to financial aid. Other families who do not qualify for financial aid may find it an effective way to help pay the tuition.
Find out more about SLM Financial Corporation, a Sallie Mae Company.
Apply Online for a SLM Financial Education Loan.
School contact person, code and region are automatically filled in the online form.

Assistance packages can combine any of the above options.