At HCMS, we strive to maintain a socio-economically diverse student population. While numerous financing options are available, it is up to each family to determine the option which best meets their needs. HCMS is able to provide a limited financial assistance pool for families who are unable to meet the full costs of our program. The following guidelines describe our Financial Assistance Program.
Guidelines
- Applicants must complete the admissions process and be accepted to the school under admission guidelines.
- Eligibility for admission is not based upon a family’s financial circumstances.
- All financial assistant applicants must complete the financial assistance process.
- HCMS will review each application as it is received and dispense funds, as available.
- Awards are based on need and do not reflect academic skills or other talents.
- For families who do qualify for assistance, HCMS can fund up to 60% of the annual tuition fee for a limited number of families.
- Additional programs, such as extended care or after school activities, are not considered for financial assistance.
- Families must reapply each year and the amount awarded may vary from year to year depending on the family’s financial circumstances and the school’s availability of funds.
- Information and documents related to a family’s financial assistance application and award are strictly confidential.
Applying for Financial Assistance
HCMS uses FAST Financial Aid for Student Tuition to collect basic financial information. To ensure a fair and accurate assessment is made, it is important for applicants to address all financial assistance documents with total disclosure and candor. FAST then prepares a needs analysis from the information provided and suggests the amount a family can contribute for educational costs. Information gathered by FAST establishes a starting point for the HCMS Financial Assistance Committee to determine how much financial assistance will be offered.
Applicants are required to submit copies of the following documents to FAST: