Tuition Policy

God has called LCA to approach our financial operations in a non-traditional fashion. Tuition at Lighthouse Christian Academy is “faith-based,” meaning we believe that an excellent Christian education should be available to anyone who desires it for their children, and that the amount of tuition a family is able to pay is a conscience-driven matter between them and the Lord.

The actual cost of educating a child at Lighthouse ranges from $2460 for preschool-kindergarten to $3900 for 1-8th grades (see our current fee schedule here). We realize that for some families this amount is out of reach. On the other hand, some families may have the financial means to pay over-and-above this amount in order to help others receive private education. Therefore, we accept application to Lighthouse regardless of the family’s ability to pay the full tuition, and ask each family to prayerfully consider what their yearly financial commitment should be. It is our expectation that every Lighthouse family will approach their tuition commitment as sacrificially as our teachers approach their willingness to teach students for a sacrificial salary.

In order to help families who enroll more than one child, a reduction in the yearly rate is offered. Please see our fee schedule for more information.

As a courtesy, we offer monthly tuition payment. To meet our obligations, we must receive payments on the first day of each month from July through June. Payments are considered late on the 10th of the month.

Student Withdrawal
It is our expectation that any student accepted to Lighthouse has made a commitment to stay for the year. When a student is struggling academically, our staff will make every effort to assist families by using clear communication and evaluative skills.  Before withdrawal is considered, parents may be asked to pursue tutoring for their child to keep up with the classroom pace.  If a student is withdrawn from Lighthouse prior to the end of the school year, parents are expected to give the school at least 30 days notice and pay an early withdrawal penalty.