Affording PWS

To make Waldorf Education more affordable and widely accessible, PWS provides Tuition Assistance (TA) to families of accepted students in Kindergarten through Grade 12. Tuition requires a significant commitment from all parents and sustains PWS curriculum and programs. All families are respected and appreciated for their contributions to PWS.

TA is needs-based, and PWS uses School and Student Services (SSS) to fairly and equitably determine how much a family can afford toward tuition. TA applies to tuition only and does not apply to the application fee ($100), the enrollment fee, musical instrument rental (grades 3 and above), after-school sports fee (grades 6-12), field trips not covered by class budget, After School Care, After School Programs, and PWS Camps. To provide TA to as many returning and new families as possible, PWS limits TA amounts to 50% of the student’s tuition for those who qualify.

WHEN TO APPLY 

Apply early! PWS recommends applying for TA when families begin the Admissions process. TA applications are required annually. PWS strives to keep TA amounts consistent for families from year to year, based on their SSS application and the school budget. When tuition increases, families receiving TA should increase their tuition contributions accordingly.

HOW TO APPLY 

1. Before applying, please read the PWS TA Policy and the SSS Instructions in full.

2. Go to SSS to create an account or log in to your existing SSS account.  

3. Enter the Pasadena Waldorf School SSS code: 5687. 

4. Submit the Parent Financial Statement (PFS).  

4a. Complete Section 13 of the PFS which details Educational Costs. Include all sources of tuition, including loans and gifts from friends and family. 

4b. Complete Section 20 of the PFS which acts as a cover letter. It is the place to include any pertinent financial information that may not be reflected in the numbers. 

5. Upload All Required Documents. Note: PWS cannot accept hard copies of any financial documents. SSS is used for secure uploading. SSS may also request business taxes, current year federal and state taxes, and other documentation, such as bank and or credit card statements, where applicable. Applicants from outside the U.S. will complete the International Student Financial Aid Profile form. 

QUESTIONS AND SUPPORT 

SSS provides customer service by phone, email, and Family Portal chat. Contact the SSS Parent Support Line for support at 800.344.8328. 

The TA Coordinator supports the work of the Tuition Assistance Committee (TAC) and facilitates communication with families. You may receive requests for information or clarification from TAC through this email address: tuitionassistance@pasadenawaldorf.org