Navigating Tuition Assistance
At Lancaster Country Day School, we believe that every talented student should have the opportunity to experience the joyful rigor of our academic community.
We recognize that families from a wide range of financial backgrounds seek the distinctive education we provide. Our tuition assistance program is designed to bridge the gap between a family’s resources and the cost of an LCDS education, ensuring that our classrooms remain vibrant, diverse, and representative of the world at-large.
Questions?
Please contact Shelly Landau, LCDS Tuition Assistance Concierge, at 610.223.3366 (call or text) or landaus@lancastercountryday.org.
Clarity Tuition Assistance App
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School Code: 3546
Tuition assistance at LCDS is a need-based program.
We utilize Clarity to provide a streamlined, secure, and fair evaluation of each family’s unique financial situation.
- A Commitment to Equity: We determine need based on the principle that both parents—regardless of household structure—share a responsibility for their child's education.
- Confidential & Independent: The request for tuition assistance is a separate process from the admissions evaluation. Applying for aid has no bearing on a student’s eligibility for admission.
- Focus on K-12: While we currently offer assistance for students in Kindergarten through Grade 12, please note that tuition assistance is not available for our Preschool or Junior Kindergarten programs.
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The Tuition Assistance Journey
We strive to make the path to an LCDS education as clear and supportive as possible. Below is the typical timeline for families seeking tuition assistance.
Step 1: Explore & Inquire
Submit an official Inquiry to Lancaster Country Day School and a member of the Admissions Team will be in touch.
Step 2: Apply
Complete the Clarity Application. The system is mobile-friendly and typically takes less than 30 minutes.
Step 3: Verify
Upload necessary tax documentation (W-2s, 1040s) directly through the Clarity portal.
Step 4: Connect
Our Tuition Assistance Committee reviews all files with radical hospitality and strict confidentiality.
FAQs
Does a request for aid affect my child’s chances of being accepted? No. Our academic admissions evaluation is done independently of your financial application.
What factors are considered in the award process? Our committee looks beyond simple income. We consider assets, debts, the number of children in tuition-charging schools, and unique family circumstances to ensure a fair assessment.
Is tuition assistance guaranteed every year? Families must re-apply for assistance annually. Provided that a family’s financial situation remains relatively consistent, the school makes every effort to maintain a consistent level of support throughout the student's enrollment at LCDS.
