At The First Academy, tuition supports an excellent Christian education tailored to your child’s unique learning style, whether your child learns best in a traditional classroom setting, needs a more flexible schedule, or benefits from more individualized academic support.
From a strong foundation in preschool to college-prep Upper School classes, TFA students are supported by teachers and a culture that:
An investment in your child’s education provides real growth and lasting preparation. The tuition tables below help you plan for that commitment with confidence.
Tuition Information for the 2026-2027 School Year
PRESCHOOL TUITION
Ages 8 weeks to 3 years old
K PREP-GRADE 12 TUITION
Kindergarten Prep for 4-year-olds through Grade 12
| GRADE | TUITION | ACTIVITY FEE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten Prep 4-Year-Olds | $14,720 | $285 | |
| Transitional Kindergarten | $16,370 | $360 | |
| Kindergarten | $18,010 | $335 | |
| Grade 1 | $21,870 | $364 | |
| Grade 2 | $21,870 | $411 | |
| Grade 3 | $21,870 | $394 | |
| Grade 4 | $21,870 | $468 | |
| Grade 5 | $23,930 | $515 | |
| Grade 6 | $23,930 | $300 | |
| Grade 7 | $26,050 | $300 | |
| Grade 8 | $26,050 | $335 | |
| Grade 9 | $28,370 | $355 | |
| Grade 10 | $28,370 | $355 | |
| Grade 11 | $28,370 | $375 | |
| Grade 12 | $28,940 | $665 | |
| YEARLY FEES | |||
| Tuition Refund Program | $350 | ||
| Payment Plan Fee | $300 | ||
HYBRID HOME+SCHOOL TUITION
Kindergarten through Grade 12
| STANDARD TUITION 2 days of on-campus instruction, 3 days of home study | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRADE | TUITION | ACTIVITY FEE | ||
| K-Grade 5 | $7,980 | $130 | ||
| Grades 6-8 | $8,490 | $165 | ||
| Grades 9-10 | $9,720 | $165 | ||
| Grade 11 | $9,720 | $185 | ||
| Grade 12 | $10,310 | $235 | ||
| ACADEMIC SUCCESS PROGRAM By Invitation Only – 5 days of on-campus instruction | ||||
| Grades 7-8 | $17,290 | $165 | ||
| Grades 9-10 | $18,670 | $165 | ||
| Grade 11 | $18,670 | $185 | ||
| Grade 12 | $19,250 | $235 | ||
| YEARLY FEES | ||||
| Tuition Refund Program | $200 | |||
| Payment Plan Fee | $250 | |||
DISTINCT ABILITIES LEARNING TUITION
Kindergarten through Grade 12
| ESE FOUNDATIONS Academic instruction, foundational skill-building, and progress toward individualized learning goals | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 days a week | $35,260 | ||||
| 3 days a week | $22,780 | ||||
| 2 days a week | $15,180 | ||||
| ESE SUCCESS Behavioral support, social-emotional development, and individualized behavior goals/Academic Goals | |||||
| 5 days a week | $45,960 | ||||
| 3 days a week | $29,190 | ||||
| 2 days a week | $19,460 | ||||
| JOURNEY TO INDEPENDENCE (9TH GRADE – AGE 22) By Invitation Only – Emphasizes real-life skill development, vocational readiness, and hands-on learning | |||||
| 5 days a week | $25,000 | ||||
| 3 days a week | $16,000 | ||||
| INCLUSION HYBRID PROGRAM By Invitation Only – Blends the strengths of Hybrid Home+School (HHS) academic instruction with structured support from DAL | |||||
| Full Time – 5 days a week 2 days at Hybrid Home+School, 3 days on campus at DAL | $34,340 | ||||
| Part Time – 3 days a week 2 days at Hybrid Home+School, 1 day on campus at DAL | $22,230 | ||||
| ACTIVITY FEES | |||||
| Grades K-5 | $130 | ||||
| Grades 6-8 | $140 | ||||
| Grades 9-10 | $140 | ||||
| Grade 11 | $160 | ||||
| Grade 12 | $115 | ||||
| Grade 12 Graduating | $645 | ||||
| ONE-TIME FEES | |||||
| Tuition Refund Program | $500 | ||||
| Payment Plan Fee | $250 | ||||
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Financial Aid & Scholarships
Affordability is an important consideration for parents, which is why we offer:
The financial aid process is confidential, and your application is submitted to a third-party service. Families across a wide range of incomes qualify for tuition assistance, and are pleased to learn that a private Christian education is within reach.
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What an excellent school, with its great administration, excellent teachers, top-notch academics, and extracurricular activities, TFA is easily our top choice in Central Florida. Our family couldn’t be happier! Yes, it’s an investment, but the return on investment is very high … worth every penny.
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Fequently Asked Questions About Tuition
While tuition at The First Academy covers many essential components of the educational experience, some opportunities extend beyond what is included in tuition. The First Academy is pleased to offer a wide range of extracurricular activities, such as fine arts, athletics, and our Academies. Participation in these programs may involve additional costs and fees based on each student’s interests.
Additionally, for families who need care after the school day ends, The First Academy offers After School Care following dismissal. For more information, please visit our After School Care webpage
FACTS is a third-party company The First Academy uses for aid assessments and tuition management. FACTS Grant & Aid Assessment determines eligibility for need-based financial assistance. FACTS Tuition Management is an online platform for paying tuition.
We offer two payment plan options:
We offer two payment plan options:
For more information, please visit our Tuition Assistance Page.
The First Academy accepts several Florida Department of Education scholarships administered by Step Up For Students, including:
Family Empowerment Scholarship for Educational Options
The Family Empowerment Scholarship Program was enacted in 2019 and is designed to give more families access to private school education. The Family Empowerment Scholarship for Educational Options (FES-EO) scholarship is accepted for students in The First Academy’s 5-day program in grades TK-12. To be eligible to receive this scholarship, your family must meet certain income requirements. To find out more information about the application process, please visit the Step Up For Students website.
Family Empowerment Unique Abilities Scholarship
The Family Empowerment Scholarship for Students with Unique Abilities (FES-UA) is different than other state scholarships in that it allows parents to personalize the education of their children with unique abilities by directing money toward a combination of programs and approved providers. These include schools, therapists, specialists, curriculum, technology – even a college savings account. This scholarship can be used for tuition at The First Academy 5-day program or Distinct Abilities Learning (formerly The First Hope) of The First Academy program for students ages 3 through twelfth grade or age 22, whichever comes first.
Families who receive the FES-UA scholarship for at least one student in their family, automatically qualify for the FES-EO scholarship for all other K-12 students in the family, regardless of household income. For more information about qualification requirements and to apply for this scholarship, please visit the Step Up For Students website.
The Personalized Education Program (PEP)
The Personalized Education Program (PEP) is an education savings account (ESA) funded by the Florida Tax Credit Scholarship Program. This scholarship is available to Florida residents who are not enrolled full-time in a public or private school, allowing them to access a portion of the per-pupil funding. At The First Academy, this scholarship is accepted for students enrolled in our Hybrid Home+School program who meet the state’s PEP requirements. To find out more information about the Personalized Education Program, please visit the Step Up For Students website.
Some First Academy families take advantage of the following options for affording tuition:
529 Plan
Under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (December 2017), qualified distributions of up to $10,000 per year from 529 plans are allowed for K-12 tuition at any private school.
Coverdell Education Savings Account
Parents who meet certain income guidelines are eligible to contribute up to $2,000 per year to a Coverdell ESA. Contributions are made from your after-tax income, and earnings on those contributions grow tax-free. Distributions from these accounts aren’t taxed if they are used for qualified education expenses such as private school tuition and fees, books, supplies, uniforms, and tutoring.
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
If your employer offers a Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, funds you deposit can be used toward eligible dependent care expenses. Since contributions to a Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account are pre-tax, it can be a great way to save on your overall expenses. Eligible dependent care expenses include afterschool programs, Kindergarten Prep 3 or 4 tuition, and even summer camps for dependent children under the age of 13. To find out how this might impact your personal situation, make sure to talk to your accountant or financial advisor.
Roth IRA
Roth IRA contributions (not investment returns) can be distributed at any age without penalty. This can be a great way to fund private school tuition as the investment earnings keep growing after withdrawing the original contributions. You should never compromise your future financial security. If you determine that you don’t need to rely on these funds for retirement and you enact proper investment strategies, a Roth IRA can be a great way to help fund your private school education.
Other Family Assistance
Grandparents and other family members may be willing to help support your student with the gift of tuition. Whether they contribute by directly paying a portion of your student’s tuition or by investing in one of the options outlined above, this can be an invaluable resource for the education of your student.
Non-US residents are required to pay a $3,750 fee per student (new or returning). For more information on international admissions, please visit our Admissions FAQ page.
For more information about refunds for if/when a student withdraws from The First Academy, please visit our Tuition Refund Program section.