Financial Information
Tuition
The tuition for SY 25-26 is $16,473 for non-constituents. The tuition rate for a Potomac Conference member is $13,658. In order to obtain the constituency rate, a copy of the Church Membership verification form will be required. Annual tuition rates are subject to change each year. When the annual tuition charges are paid in full at registration, a 5% cash discount will be given. A 2% discount is available when paying by the semester. Tuition charges may be paid on a 10, 11, or 12-month payment plan, as approved by the TA Business Office. All families on a monthly payment plan must make payments through Blackbaud (formerly Smart Tuition).
Blackbaud
Payment System
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24/7 Access to view bills and make payments through a convenient and secure system.
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Automatic Deduction - have your payment automatically deducted from your bank account or credit card. Automatic deduction is convenient and reliable. Monthly payments are made automatically, and you never need to worry about reminders, postage, lost checks, or mail delays.
Registration/
Entrance Fees
All students are charged the same non-refundable registration/entrance fee of $875.00. This fee includes textbooks, technology, yearbook, class dues, one standardized test for 9-11 graders, insurance, a key lanyard with an ID card, etc. The entrance fee does not include graduation fees, required wear for performing arts or athletic organizations, instrument rental, or other extracurricular activity fees.
This fee is not eligible for discounts.
FAMILY FEE:
$300.00 per Family
SENIOR GRADUATION FEE: $150.00
Scholarships and Financial Assistance
Takoma Academy is committed to providing sufficient necessary funds to
make it financially possible for students to attend. This commitment is
partnered with parents, church, and school. Together we are forging an effort
to make Adventist education affordable to all families that would like to attend.
Scholarship Opportunities
Academic Scholarships:*
New and returning students qualify for Academic Scholarships based on their GPA from the previous school year as follows:
● GPA of 3.75 or above ...... $600 ($60 per month while enrolled)
● GPA of 3.5-3.74 ...................$300 ($30 per month while enrolled)
*Renewable Scholarship per year
Leadership Scholarships:**
Freshmen qualify for Leadership Scholarships as follows:
● Class President ................. $400 ($40 per month while enrolled)
● Class Vice President ........$250 ($25 per month while enrolled)
**One-time Scholarship
Merit Scholarship Program (MSP):*
Students new to TA may qualify for a Merit Scholarship based on scores achieved within the past 12 months on standardized tests, such as ITED, ITBS, and PSAT. MSP students may receive up to $10,000 during 4 years at TA. (MSP students are not eligible for Academic Scholarships). To maintain the MSP status for the next semester students must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.4 or above. If a student’s GPA drops below 3.4 for two consecutive semesters, the student is discontinued from the MSP.
GPA/Percentile Score First Semester Scholarship and is renewable for each semester at TA.
● 95th or above ..........$2,500 ($1,250 per semester)
● 90th to 94th ..............$2,000 ($1,000 per semester)
● 85th to 89th ..............$1,500 ($750 per semester)
*Renewable Scholarship per semester
Ability Scholarships (AS):**
Students new to TA may audition to qualify for Ability Scholarships in the areas of vocal and instrumental. Students must have developed a high level of ability to qualify for Ability Scholarships and are expected to participate fully in the activity for which they have received the scholarship. A limited number of Ability Scholarships will be available each year to new TA students based on skill levels determined by selected TA faculty.
Ability Scholarship ranges from $500 - $1000 ($50.00 - $100.00 awarded each month)
**One-time Scholarship
Financial Assistance
Families who are seeking financial assistance are to complete the following:
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Parents must first submit a request for assistance with the church that holds their membership.
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Provide TA with a letter from the church, indicating if you were approved/denied, and for how much.
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Complete and submit TA’s Financial Assistance Application. The FACTS application may be completed online. The School Code for TA is 10892. A hard copy of the FACTS form is also available in the TA Business Office.
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The Business office will provide you with a financial plan via email for review.
RaShawna Young Email: ryoung@ta.edu
Debbie Henri Email: debhenri@ta.edu
Important Dates
July 1, 2025: First tuition installment due - 12-month payment plan (Ending in June)
First tuition installment due – 11-month payment plan (Ending in May)
August 1, 2025: First tuition installment due - 10-month payment plan (Ending in May)
August 31, 2025: Full payment of tuition (5% discount) and 1 st installment for semester tuition payments (2%discount)
January 1, 2026 Second tuition installment due - semester payment plan (2% discount)