Tuition & Affordability

The cost to educate each student at Whitfield greatly exceeds the cost of tuition. The “gap” is covered by drawing from the school's endowment, and generous gifts from current and past parents, alumni, grandparents, and friends of the school.

Families may choose to pay tuition in three different ways: one payment, two payments, or ten monthly payments. Tuition varies slightly depending on which payment plan a family chooses.

*Tuition for the 2023-2024 academic year.
**This annual figure is an average. Incidental expenses are billed monthly. These expenses include books, technology fees, Parent's  Council fee, athletic gear, band instrument rental, field trips, and optional purchases from the Whitfield Campus Store and Conant Cafe. Lunch is included in the cost of tuition. There is no charge for students who come to school early and/or stay late.
***Optional service.

Step One

• Beginning on October 1, 2023, create an account using the School & Student Services (SSS) Family Portal at: https://sssandtadsfa.force.com/familyportal
• Complete a Parent Financial Statement (PFS) for the 2024-2025 academic year. Please pay careful attention to the "Estimated Parental Contribution" field.
• Once all PFS steps are complete, the "Submit & Pay" button activates. The SSS application fee of $55.00 is non-refundable. Whitfield's PFS code is 8197. Once your PFS is submitted, it cannot be withdrawn from the SSS system.
• After you pay for, and submit your PFS, the "Upload Documents" tab activates. Upload all required documents (see step two).

Step Two

• Prepare your documents for uploading in a PDF or JPG format. Make sure documents are saved as separate files.
• Return to your SSS Family Portal account and confirm that you are one the 2024-2025 academic year dashboard.
• Open "My Documents" from the dashboard.
• In the "Required Documents" section, use the "Upload" button/link associated with each document type. Follow the prompts to locate, select, and confirm the file to upload.
• Click the "Submit" button to complete your upload. The date will appear in the "Date Uploaded" column within minutes. Repeat until all required documents are submitted.
• Required documents include:
  • 2021 and 2022 Federal Tax Filing with all schedules
  • Self-Employed Parents: Include all related business forms with your 1040 (i.e. Schedule C, Schedule E, 1120, 1065, K-1). 2021 and 2022 W2 Statements to support all income reported on line 1 of the 1040.

SSS Application & Resources

Helpful Links from SSS:

• Step-by-step guide to the application: https://www.solutionsbysss.com/parents/apply/step-by-step-guide/
• Understanding your family report:https://www.solutionsbysss.com/parents/apply/understanding-your-family-report/
• FAQs: https://www.solutionsbysss.com/parents/learn/frequently-asked-questions/

Questions?

• Please direct questions pertaining to the completion of the PFS form and submission of supporting documents directly to SSS Support & Help.
  • sssandtadsfa@communitybrands.com
  • 1-800-344-8328
• For new families with questions pertaining to Whitfield policies, please direct questions to Lisa Trout, Director of Admissions, at lisa.trout@whitfieldschool.org.
• For current families with questions pertaining to Whitfield policies, reenrollment, and/or billing, please direct questions to Rob Kampen, Assistant Director of Business, at rob.kampen@whitfieldschool.org

Learn More About Whitfield's Financial Aid Policies & Practices  

Students and families do not need to apply for these scholarships. Scholarships are awarded by the Admission Committee during the application review process. Awards are sent with admission decisions. 

Scholarships are renewable each year throughout the level in which the recipient enrolls (middle or upper school). Scholarships do not transfer across divisions (ex. a scholarship awarded in middle school does not transfer to the upper school). In order to renew the scholarship, recipients must maintain satisfactory academic progress, demonstrate positive school citizenship, and actively contribute to the Whitfield School community.

Excellence in Character Scholarships recognize well-rounded students of exceptional character who demonstrate the potential to become remarkable school citizens, leaders and role models.  These students embrace the ideals of the Habits of Mind & Heart, seek to make a difference in the world around them and demonstrate empathy and kindness.

Learn more about the Excellence in Character Scholarship

Mary L. Burke Merit Scholarships recognize academic achievement. Recipients present outstanding academic performance in a rigorous program, and strong SSAT/ISEE scores. Furthermore, students exhibit characteristics consistent with our Habits of Mind & Heart. Burke Scholars must be committed to their community and demonstrate the skills and determination necessary for success at Whitfield. 

Learn more about the Mary L. Burke Merit Scholarship