Tuition and Financial Aid
The Waldorf School of Garden City strives to be an environment where diversity is celebrated. The School actively seeks a student body that represents a wide range of ethnicities, races, faiths, religions, socio-economic groups, genders, and LGBTQIA+ community members.
TUITION SCHEDULE 2026-2027
Early Childhood
| Nursery (9 am- 12 pm) | $18,800 |
| Mixed-Age Kindergarten (MAK) Full Day* | $28,000 |
*For families needing flexibility on dismissal times:
| MAK – 1 Early Dismissal Day (4 Full Days, 1 Half Day) | $25,500 |
| MAK – 2 Consecutive Early Dismissal Days (3 Full Days, 2 Half Days) | $24,500 |
Grades 1-12
| Grades | Domestic Students | International Students* |
| 1 – 3 | $34,075 | $41,275 |
| 4 – 7 | $36,750 | $43,950 |
| 8 – 12 | $40,650 | $47,850 |
*International Student Tuition includes an English Language Learner (ELL) fee of $7,200
Student Activity Fees:
| Student Activity fee (N & MAK) | $825 |
| Student Activity fee (1-8) | $925 |
| Student Activity fee (9-12) | $1,025 |
| Graduation Fee | $350 |
| Student Application Fee | $85 |
For a full breakdown, click this link.
For more information about childcare programs, our Sibling Discount program, and the Tuition Refund Plan, please refer to the following:
To apply for financial aid, you will need to complete the school’s financial aid application.
Who gets financial aid?
As part of our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive community, the School provides need-based financial assistance to students in Mixed-Age Kindergarten through 12th grade. Applications are reviewed by a Committee and decisions are determined based on demonstrated need.
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FAQs
How can I apply for financial aid at WSGC and what types of financial aid programs are available at the school?
To apply for financial aid, you will need to complete the school’s financial aid application. We offer need-based grants and scholarships.
When should I apply for financial aid?
We highly recommend that you submit your need-based financial aid application within two weeks of submitting your admissions application. Financial Aid decisions are released on a rolling basis, as applications are received, beginning in mid-February. Please see our Financial Aid Program for more information.
What documents are required for the financial aid application process?
When applying for financial aid, you will be asked to grant Clarity, our Financial Aid platform, access to certain documents to support your application. These may include, but are not limited to:
- Prior year tax forms for current and newly applying families
- W-2s from each job held by parents/guardians
- Most recent pay stub from each job held by parents/guardians
- Other documents may be required depending on individual circumstances (e.g. credit card statements, copy of unemployment check, etc.)