At Stephen's and St. Agnes School, we are proud of what we offer as a mission-based coeducational, Episcopal day school for preschool to grade 12. We seek to enroll students of character with diverse interests, talents, and backgrounds.
We firmly believe the value of a Saints education is a worthwhile investment that lasts a lifetime bringing returns throughout your child's life in the form of friendships, a network of mentors, and all the opportunities a well-balanced rigorous education affords.
For almost 100 years, our graduates have carried their SSSAS values, experiences, knowledge, and skills all over the world.
> Saints change lives and lift spirits.
> They ask questions and seek solutions.
> They listen attentively.
> They lead honorably.
> They know how to live joyfully and wholeheartedly, and how to help others do the same.
While the cost of a St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School education is significant and an investment that requires careful financial consideration, we offer a number of options to help you meet the cost of this education including payment plans and financial assistance.
This financial decision requires each individual family to address their personal needs and priorities. This shared experience is a unifying factor among parents within our community. During your visit to our campus, we encourage you to ask us for more information about how you can make this opportunity a reality for your child and a financial possibility for your family.
$7.4M
Annual Financial Assistance Budget
20%
Families Receiving Financial Assistance
5%-90%
Grant Range
Financial assistance at SSSAS is entirely need-based and available starting in Kindergarten, requiring an annual application to demonstrate continued need. Even if you don’t think you will qualify but feel you need some level of assistance to attend SSSAS, we strongly encourage you to complete an application so you may be considered. Please note that financial assistance is not available for Early Saints (age 3) or Junior Kindergarten (age 4) students. SSSAS does not offer scholarships or other merit-based financial assistance.
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Learn about the cost of tuition and expenses at St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School, payment plans, other financing options, our generous financial assistance program, and the application process. Payment plans and other financing options will be covered early in the program, followed by financial assistance information. Registering for this webinar will initiate an email with a link to the recording.
Financial Assistance Application
St. Stephen's and St. Agnes school uses Clarity to determine need-based financial aid awards. The Clarity Application for Financial Aid is a streamlined and mobile-friendly way for families to securely share key financial information with SSSAS. The application typically takes less than 30 minutes. You are also able to save your progress and return at any time.
2024-2025 Tuition
Our Inclusive Tuition Model ensures our families that virtually all supplemental costs are accounted for in the price of tuition such as activity fees, yearbook, accident insurance, and classroom supplies.
| Full-day Preschool - Early Saints-age 3 - Jr. Kindergarten-age 4 | $41,170 | Includes books and iPad use |
| Kindergarten-age 5 to grade 2 | $42,540 | Includes books and iPad use |
| Grades 3 to 5 | $43,010 | Includes books and MacBook use |
| Grades 6 to 8 | $47,490 | Includes MacBook use |
| Grades 9 to 11 | $52,830 | Includes lunch, science and studio art fees |
| Grade 12 | $53,110 | Includes lunch, science, studio art fees and senior retreat |
Financial Assistance
St. Stephen’s and St. Agnes School welcomes your interest in financial assistance. Through the generosity of donors and prioritization in our operating budget, SSSAS provides $7,420,000 in financial assistance to 20% of our families who qualify, making a Saints education possible for their child. While SSSAS believes that the primary responsibility for paying tuition lies with the family, we stand ready to support those who need assistance.
The average financial assistance grant:
| Lower School | Middle School | Upper School |
| $24,820 | $28,730 | $36,340 |
Income/asset profile examples of families receiving assistance:
| 1 child in a tuition-based school | Average Total Household Income | $149,545 |
| Average Net Assets | $468,028 | |
| 2 children in a tuition-based school | Average Total Household Income | $200,162 |
| Average Net Assets | $597,363 | |
| 3+children in a tuition-based school | Average Total Household Income | $218,618 |
| Average Net Assets | $489,439 |
These are just averages. There are families with smaller and greater incomes who receive grants and grants range from 5 to 90 percent of tuition. Even if you don’t think you will qualify but feel you need some level of assistance to attend SSSAS, we strongly encourage you to complete an application so you may be considered.
We are grateful to be part of this community, thanks to financial assistance. He continues to flourish at SSSAS and is giving back through the Ambassador program and other opportunities that arise.
- Saints Parent receiving assistance for the 2024-25 school year
We appreciate the communications throughout this process as well as your effort and guidance. Financial assistance is such a critical part of our tuition affordability, and we are so thankful to you and the school for giving this support.
- Saints Parent receiving assistance for the 2022-23 school year
In addition to assistance with the cost of tuition, SSSAS offers additional assistance, as needed, with books, trips, transportation, etc. An additional application is not required and supplemental funds are distributed at the discretion of SSSAS.
Even with assistance, as tuition increases each year, so will a family's expected contribution, typically in step with the same percentage as the tuition increase. SSSAS expects families to make paying tuition and considering all available resources a priority in their family's financial planning. Financial assistance should be considered a last, not first, resource.
SSSAS reserves the right to award financial assistance in accordance with the enrollment priorities of the School. Absent any information not made available at the time of initial application, financial assistance decisions are considered final and may not be appealed. Questions may be directed to the Financial Assistance office via [email protected].
Apply for Financial Assistance via the Clarity App
Financial Assistance Application Process FAQs
FA Procedures and Policies for New Families
FA Procedures and Policies for Returning Families
Tuition, Fees & Payment Plans for 2024-2025
Returning families can expect a similar level of assistance from year to year, assuming no significant change in their financial profile. This includes families who enrolled with no assistance. If a current family receiving no assistance wishes to apply, they must first complete two years of enrollment.
Questions regarding Financial Assistance may be directed to Jill Iverson, Director of Financial Assistance and Statistical Reporting; 703-212-2707. Information pertaining to student billing—including tuition payments, lunch, extended day, transportation, and trips—may be directed to the Business Office Student Accounts at 703-212-2727.
Payment Plans
The Business Office works closely with families to help them budget annual tuition and fees. To assist families in managing payments, in addition to a full payment plan in July, we offer multiple payment plans tailored to your budget and tuition payments are conveniently made via automatic bank payments (direct debits) or by credit card.