Tuition Assistance
At Terra Schools, we prioritize finding and supporting families from diverse socio-economic backgrounds who are a fit for our school and community. We understand that the cost of living in the Bay Area is high and that every family’s financial situation is unique. That’s why we encourage families who are interested in tuition assistance, to apply.
Our Commitment to Equity
Our Tuition Assistance Program is designed to support families based on demonstrated financial need and the availability of funds. Just as we consider each student as an individual in our community, we apply this principle to all school matters—taking equity into account over equality.
How It Works
We use the Clarity Application to assess financial need, considering assets, income, expenses, and debts. The process is simple, user-friendly, and ensures equitable consideration for all applicants.
While our goal is to support families as much as possible, there are cases where we may not be able to meet every family's needs. We encourage families to reach out with any questions and explore available options with our team.
62%
of families receive
tuition assistance
28%
of total tuition is awarded
in assistance to families,
on average
The Terra Schools Tuition Assistance program is designed to make a Terra Schools education possible for all families based on demonstrated financial need and the availability of funds. The Terra Schools are proud to use the Clarity Application to determine a family’s level of financial need based on the information that families share in the application which includes assets, income, expenses, and debts.
To get started, please go to the Clarity Application and create an account. The application typically takes less than 30 minutes to complete. The Clarity Application is also mobile-friendly so you can complete it from anywhere. You are also able to save your progress and return at any time. At the end of the application, there is a $60 fee to submit, and you can share your application with additional schools that accept the Clarity Application for no additional charge. Simply use the dropdown menu in the application to select those schools.
Please remember to return to your dashboard after you complete and submit your Clarity Application, as the Terra Schools require you to upload additional tax documentation including copies of your tax returns, W-2s, and some additional documents.
If you need support during the process of completing your application, there is in-app support available through the “Help” button in the bottom left of the screen, as well as email and phone support at support@clarityapp.com or 206-210-3752, in both English and Spanish. The application itself is also fully translated into Spanish.
Documentation
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