2014-15
Mission Statement:
West Nottingham Academy is a diverse, student-centered,
boarding and day school for young men and women in grades
9-12. Since its founding in 1744, the Academy has prepared
students for the challenges of college and life through a
curriculum grounded in the liberal arts and sciences, and a
commitment to the intellectual, spiritual, and social growth of
each student.
TUITION, FEES AND
FINANCIAL AID
Diversity Statement:
Every individual of the West Nottingham Academy community
brings an intricate combination of cultural traditions, personal
and family beliefs, and life experiences. As an historically
inclusive Academy, West Nottingham respects and supports the
ethical and educational importance of a multicultural curriculum
and co-curricular program in accordance with its mission
statement and core values
WEST NOTTINGHAM ACADEMY
1079 Firetower Road
Colora, Maryland 21917
Admission Office: 410 658 9279
admission@wna.org
www.wna.org
At West Nottingham Academy, we partner with our families to make a West
Nottingham education a reality. We realize an independent school education can be
costly, yet invaluable to a child’s growth and development.
2014-15 Tuition:
Day:
Boarding:
Chesapeake Learning Center:
$17,600
$46,100
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Managed by the Academy, this account is used for regularly occurring expenses throughout
the year (such as books, standardized tests, school transportation, school supplies, dormitory
deposits.) A minimal initial deposit is required and a positive balance must be maintained.
Total actual usage of this account varies according to student use and parent permissions.
Student Account deposit (required):
$8,975
Day students:
Boarding Students:
International Students:
$500
$1,500
$3,000
International Medical Insurance:
International Students:
International Student Fee:
English as a Second Language
Student School Account:
$2,400
$9,250
A deposit of 10% of tuition and fees is due at time of enrollment.
Payment Plans:
International families are asked to pay all tuition fees prior to registration.
Domestic families have an option of using a tuition payment plan through FACTS, the largest
provider of tuition payment plans in the industry, giving students and families from
educational institutions at all levels a better way to manage education costs over time. With a
FACTS Tuition Payment Plan, you can choose a convenient payment option to suit your needs.
Instead of one lump tuition payment, smaller payments can be made over time, in either 6, 9,
or 12 month installments beginning with a May payment. All tuition payments must be
completed by April 15, 2015. https://online.factsmgt.com/signin/3DBHV Note: All FACTS
Tuition Payment Plans are subject to a 5.5% financing charge based on net tuition.
West Nottingham Academy requires the purchase of a comprehensive medical insurance plan
for all international students, through ISM Insurance Company/ACE American Insurance
Company. http://isminc.com/insurance/international-student-accident Three plans are offered
for medical attention as a result of injury or illness during the school year, from $750 $1500/year. *The insurance cost will be deducted from the Student School Account. Visit the
ACE website for details in a number of languages.
Financial Aid:
We understand that every family enters into the admission process with different financial
circumstances. Our goal is to make the cost of a West Nottingham education affordable for
you, and we do so through a variety of ways. First of all, we offer several payment options for
tuition and fees. Secondly, need-based awards are granted based on the availability of funds
and financial information provided by our applying families. Now more than ever, we
encourage you to take that first step to learn what options are available for your family. Some
important facts to consider:
• Approximately 40% of all WNA students receive financial aid
• Financial Aid availability at WNA has increased substantially over the last several years.
Books:
Families should expect school books (ordered online) to amount to approximately $500 per
year.
Families interested in receiving a financial aid award must apply through the National
Association of Independent School's (NAIS) School & Student Services (SSS). In addition to
the application, families are asked to submit tax forms from the previous year for verification
purposes. Please notify the admission office for additional information.
Day student transportation fees:
West Nottingham Academy offers daily bus service from selected surrounding counties.
Details are available in the Business Office. Fees are assessed on either a one-way ($575) or
two-way ($1,150) basis.
Additionally, transportation is provided to/from the University of Delaware for our Skaters
Program: one-way ($575) or two-way ($1,150).
Airport Transportation (each way)
Philadelphia $80
Baltimore $80
*Students arriving at airports other than PHL or BWI will need to arrange for
private transportation.
We believe that families are responsible for the support and educational expenses of their
children to the extent that they are able. Any financial aid award comes after the commitment
from parents and guardians - therefore WNA will consider the resources of both parents,
regardless of the relationship between the two. If a natural parent has remarried, the resources
of the stepparent will be considered as well. In the case of custodial and non-custodial parents,
both must submit application to SSS. All financial information supplied by parents will be
held in strict confidence. Awards are made on a yearly basis and applications to SSS must be
completed each and every year a student is enrolled, and remains in good standing at West
Nottingham Academy. Whenever possible, financial aid awards will be communicated at the
time of acceptance.