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Tuition & Financial Assistance

Perkiomen School is committed to enrolling a wide range of academically-qualified students who are eager to embrace our motto of Solvitur vivendo – it is solved by living.

We realize that the dream to enroll a student in an independent school can often become a choice based on financial reality. We know families are interested in options for financing their student’s education and we are happy to work with you to clarify the process and explain financing options.

Our Admissions and Financial Aid team strives to help as many families as possible: please note and adhere to our application deadlines to maximize your consideration for aid.

43%

of Students Receive Financial Assistance

Last year, more than 40% of Perkiomen School students collectively received more than $6 million in financial assistance.

What Makes Us Different?

Our people build our community and our programs drive our impact.

By developing trusted relationships and pushing each other to succeed, we emphasize hands-on learning for a deeper knowledge of self and the world.

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Average Class Size

our small-scale creates big moments of discovery where it is safe to take risks and try new things

25%

International Students

we are welcoming and affirming to a diversity of backgrounds, identities, and learning styles

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Institutes: Design, Entrepreneur, Medical & Artificial Intelligence

promote active inquiry and problem-solving, making education relevant to a future we cannot predict

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prepared for the future

our innovative educational model provides a distinct, competitive edge in academics, careers, and lives

Investing in the Future

Grade Levels	2023 - 2024 Boarding Tuition	2023 - 2024 Day Tuition
Middle School (grades 6-8)	$75,900	$40,500
Upper School (grades 9-12 & PG)	$75,900	$43,100

Specialized Programs	Additional Fees
English as a Second Language	$10,900
Learning Center	$9,600
Book & Technology Needs (all students)	$800 (approximate)

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Financial Assistance

Financial assistance at Perkiomen School is determined by a family's ability to meet educational expenses. Perkiomen creates greater opportunities by offering several types of financial assistance, including payment plans, scholarships, and need-based grants. The steps to apply for financial assistance are below:

Step 1: Complete a Parent Financial Statement (PFS).

Step 2: Upload all required forms by February 1 to SSS.

Please note that the Admissions and Financial Aid team is unable to consider requests for financial assistance after admission decisions are made.

Confidentiality Statement: All financial aid applications, grants, and associated documentation are held in strict confidence. Financial aid decisions and other related information will only be discussed with financial aid or admissions personnel. It is also the obligation of the family to not disclose financial aid information. As such, it is a violation of confidence to discuss your financial aid award with any third party.

SCHOLARSHIPS

Scholarships

The following scholarship opportunities are the result of the efforts of alumni, families, and friends of Perkiomen who have given generously in recognition of the unending potential of a Perkiomen education.

The George K. Allison Scholarship is a highly selective, merit-based program that recognizes exceptional students based on:

Academic achievement as evidenced through transcripts
SSAT test results (Lower Level for grades 6-8 and Upper Level for grade 9)
Extracurricular achievement
Personal interview with an admissions officer
A short essay

Eligible applicants are new day student applicants entering grades 6-11. Boarding students are not eligible to apply for this scholarship.

The scholarship is valued at full day student tuition. The scholarship is competitive and will be awarded to the strongest applicant.

The H.F. "Gerry" Lenfest Scholarship is a highly selective, merit-based program that recognizes exceptional students based on:

Academic achievement as evidenced through transcripts
SSAT test results (Upper Level)
Extracurricular achievement
Personal interview with an admissions officer
A short essay

Eligible applicants are new boarding student applicants entering grades 9 or 10. Day students are not eligible for this scholarship.

The scholarship is valued at full boarding student tuition. The scholarship is competitive and will be awarded to the strongest applicant.

The Artificial Intelligence Scholar Award is a merit award for U.S. citizens or international students interested in pursuing Artificial Intelligence Distinction at Perkiomen School. New applicants who have an interest in Artificial Intelligence and are entering grades 6 to 11 are eligible and encouraged to apply for the scholarship.

The scholarship is valued at $12,500. The scholarship is competitive and will be awarded to the strongest applicant.

The Design Scholar Award is a merit award for U.S. citizens or international students interested in pursuing Design Distinction at Perkiomen School. New applicants entering grades 6 to 11 are eligible and encouraged to apply for the scholarship.

The scholarship is valued at $12,500. The scholarship is competitive and will be awarded to the strongest applicant.

The Entrepreneur Scholar Award is a merit award for U.S. citizens or international students interested in pursuing Entrepreneurial Distinction at Perkiomen School. New applicants entering grades 6 to 11 are eligible and encouraged to apply for the scholarship.

The scholarship is valued at $18,750. The scholarship is competitive and will be awarded to the strongest applicant.

The Medical Scholars Award is a merit-based program for U.S. citizens or international students who are the children of medical professionals. New applicants entering grades 6 to 11 are eligible and encouraged to apply for the scholarship.

The scholarship is valued at $12,500 and may be applied to boarding or day tuition. The scholarship is competitive and will be awarded to the strongest applicant.

The University Scholars Award is a merit-based program that supports new students who are the children of full-time faculty and/or staff members of local colleges and/or universities.

The scholarship is valued at $15,500 and may be applied to boarding or day tuition. The scholarship is competitive and will be awarded to the strongest applicant.

The Global Engagement Scholarship is a highly-selective, merit-based program that recognizes exceptional international students who possess at least two of the following experiences and skills:

Proficiency in multiple languages
Demonstrated commitment to service or leadership with a globally-focused organization
Traveled to multiple countries for experiential learning, academic programs, or competitive athletics.

Eligible applicants are new boarding student applicants entering grades 6 through 11, who plan to enroll for at least two years before graduating from Perkiomen. The scholarship is valued at $25,000 and may be applied to boarding tuition.

The Legacy Scholarship is a selective merit-based program that recognizes exceptional Perkiomen legacy students, based on:

Academic achievement as evidenced through transcripts
SSAT test results (Lower Level for grades 6-8 and Upper Level for grade 9)
Extracurricular achievement

Legacies of Perkiomen School, defined as being the child or grandchild of a Perkiomen alumnus or alumna, who are new day or boarding applicants entering any grade 6 through 11 are eligible and encouraged to apply. The scholarship is valued at $5,000 and may be applied to boarding or day tuition.

Details, application deadlines, and requirements can be found on our Scholarships Page.

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