Admissions
2026-2027 Tuition & Fees
| CLASS | ANNUAL TUITION | PAYMENT SCHEDULE Three (3) Options |
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Transitional Kindergarten
| First Child: $10,600
Second Child: $10,100
Third Child: $9,600
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Grades K – 5
| First Child: $10,035
Second Child: $9,535
Third Child: $9,035 |
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Middle School Grade 6 – 8 $500 one-time overnight Trip Fee (excludes trip to Washington, DC)
| First Child: $10,600
Second Child: $10,100
Third Child: $9,600 |
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2026 – 2027 Academic Year Daycare Fees
| CONTRACT OPTIONS | ANNUAL FEES | PAYMENT SCHEDULE |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time 7:30-8:30, 2:30-5:30 | Per Child: $3,650 | $365 monthly. Sept through June |
| Mornings Only (M- F) 7:30-8:30 | Per Child: $1,400 | $140 monthly, Sept through June |
| Afternoons Only (M – F) 2:30-5:30 | Per Child: $2,900 | $290 monthly, Sept through June |
| OCCASIONAL RATES* | FEE | PAYMENT SCHEDULE |
|---|---|---|
| Non Contract Students Holiday rate | $50 per day | Payable in advance |
| Occasional School Day (Morning OR Afternoon | $30 per day | Payable in advance |
| LATE PICK-UP/ EARLY ARRIVAL | FEE | PAYMENT SCHEDULE |
|---|---|---|
| Occasional Early Arrival (Before 7:45 AM) | $10 | Will be added to the tuition bill for the following month |
| Late pick-Up (Between 15-30 minutes past pickup window, after 40 minutes full pay $30) | $10 | Will be added to the tuition bill for the following month |
| Daycare Late Pick-Up after 5:30 p.m. For each 15 minutes or a portion thereof | $20 | Will be added to the tuition bill for the following month |
- Annual Contracts: All fees are due on the first day of the month and late the 5th day. Tuition – The first payment is due August 1, the final payment is due June 1 (11 month contract). Daycare – The first payment is due September 1, the final payment is due June 1 (10 month contract).
- Non payment of fees in a timely manner for occasional or holiday use may result in having day care opportunities revoked.
- Day care is by Annual Contract or Occasional Day Rate Only. There is NO hourly rate.
- Annual Contracts include all days that school is in session including minimum/early release days.
- When school is not in session, day care may be available at the Holiday Rate for the following:
Thanksgiving Break, Christmas Break and Easter Break. - ANNUAL CONTRACT RATES INCLUDE CARE FOR ALL SCHOOL HOLIDAYS DURING THANKSGIVING. CHRISTMAS AND EASTER BREAKS.
Other Fees
| TYPE | FEE | PAYMENT SCHEDULE |
|---|---|---|
| Application Fee | $50 | Due at time of application. |
| Evaluation Fee | $50 | Due at time of evaluation. |
| Comprehensive Fee | $475 | A non-refundable $475.00 Comprehensive Fee is collected at the time the Enrollment Form is submitted. This fee includes registration, activity fee, book fee, online testing, insurance and other items. Payment of this fee guarantees the child’s space in class. |
| Supply Fee (TK – 1st Grade) | $45 | Due by first week of school. |
| Graduation Fee | $40 | Due March 1st. |
| Late Payment Fee | $50 | Assessed after the 5th calendar day of the month. |
| NSF Check Fee | $50 | Due upon notice. |
| After School Sports and Clubs (Optional) | TBD | Per Activity. Due on the first day of activity. |
Discounts & Cancellation Policy
| POLICY | DESCRIPTION |
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| Cancellation Policy | Cancellation Policy: Mid-term cancellations of enrollment in school or daycare are charged for the full year. |
| Second Child Discount | The second child discount applies to all children after the first. The child in the grade level with the highest tuition rate is regarded as the first child. |
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New Student Application/ Registration Procedures
Application for Admission
Applications are available for download on this page, or may be picked up at the school office Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Applications should be completed with a copy of the child’s birth certificate and Immunization Record attached, and returned to the School Office with a non-refundable check for $50.00.
Teacher's Evaluation
A Teacher’s Evaluation form should be forwarded to the child’s current teacher for completion prior to the child’s evaluation. The current teacher may mail this confidential evaluation to Salem Lutheran School under separate cover, along with any supporting documents including report cards and school evaluation forms. This form is included in the Application Package download. Each evaluation performed by a Salem teacher is $50.
Waiting List
Applications are accepted for the next school year beginning September 1 and names are placed on the waiting list in order of date received. Applicants are contacted in list order, with the following students receiving priority:
- Students with siblings attending Salem Lutheran School
- Salem Lutheran Church members
- All accounts paid in full and current
Student Evaluation
Beginning March 1, the School Office will contact parents on the waiting list to schedule an evaluation of their child. A check for $50.00 payable to Salem Lutheran School is due at the time of evaluation.
- Students with siblings attending Salem Lutheran School
- Salem Lutheran Church members
- All accounts paid in full and current
Acceptance
After the evaluation is completed, the teacher and principal meet to review the results and then parents are contacted to discuss the outcome. If the student is accepted, an Enrollment Form is sent to them for completion.
Comprehensive Fee
A non-refundable $475.00 Comprehensive Fee is collected at the time the Enrollment Form is submitted. This fee includes registration, activity fee, book fee, insurance and other items. Payment of this fee guarantees the child’s space in class.
Registration Packet
Registration packets are given to all incoming students in April. Forms should be completed and returned to the School Office by May 15.