WHWS Financial Aid Information

Our school is committed to economic diversity. The Board of Trustees, faculty, administration and parents work together to raise funds, volunteer, and make challenging budgetary decisions to keep tuition within the financial means of the largest possible group. We seek to establish financial relationships that are healthy for the school and the families within our community. Please read the following information to learn how to apply for the upcoming school year.

We recognize that many families want the inspired learning environment that an independent Waldorf education provides, and that this type of education requires a significant financial commitment. Therefore, the WHWS budget is calculated with our financial aid program in mind, but the budgeted amount is limited. All families who wish to provide Waldorf education for their child(ren) are encouraged to seek the means to make this education a viable option.

Tuition Adjustment is not based on willingness to pay, but on one’s ability to pay. Special circumstances will be considered on a case-by-case basis. The typical range of financial aid offered to an eligible family is between 5% to 40%. At this time, financial aid is available for children in five-day kindergarten through eighth grade. Any employee involved with the financial aid process keeps all financial and personal information completely confidential.

Our financial aid program is not designed to support, extensive/ international vacations, second homes, expensive hobbies,a debt-free lifestyle or voluntary unemployment or underemployment. WHWS expects families to exercise their best creative efforts to use their own financial resources before turning to the financial aid program.

Application Process

  1. Go to complete a TADsFinancial Aid Assessment application. A TADs application fee will be due at the time of submission.
  2. Mail or fax the required income documentation to TADs as specified during the application process.
  3. Complete this WHWSFinancial AidApplication and submit to the Administrative Director. Returning families should submit this completed form along with their re-enrollment tuition contract by March 15th for priority review.

The Financial Aid Committee will conduct a review upon receipt of all completed documents and contact you to schedule an interview if needed. Please contact the Administrative Director, Kathy Fraser, if you have any questions.

WHWS Financial Aid Application

Use one application per billing household. Parents/guardians requesting financial aid but living in separate households must apply separately to have separate billing accounts.

Complete information for yourselfandany other adult living in the household and sharing household finances (step-parent, partner, etc.).

Household Information

Applicant: ______Relationship to Student(s):______

Contact Phone: ______Email:______

Co-Applicant: ______Relationship to Student(s): ______

Student Name: ______Date of Birth______Grade: ______

Student Name: ______Date of Birth______Grade: ______

Student Name: ______Date of Birth______Grade: ______

How long has your family been with WHWS? ______

How long do you intend to stay enrolled: ______

In what ways do you volunteer at the school:______

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Total Net Tuition / Amount you feel
you can afford to pay / Amount From
Other Sources
$ / $ / $

Financial Aid Requested $ ______

Financial aid is available for tuition only. No aid or discounts are offered for other fees. If you are requesting more than 40% financial aid, we may ask for additional information. Please contact the Administrative Director, Kathy Fraser, with any questions.

Please complete both sides

1) Please use an additional page to share with us why it is important that your child(ren) attend WHWS.

2) Please list any additional information you think may help us in determining your adjustment (change in employment status, living situation, continuing education, etc.).

3) Exceptional expenses to be considered (such as extenuating medical or dependent care expenses):

Expense Amount How Often?

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Please read and sign the following:

I recognize that Whatcom Hills Waldorf School is a private, non-profit and non-sectarian independent school. I certify that the information contained in the application is true and complete. I also agree to complete the TADS Financial Aid Assessment application, submit all materials requested, participate in a school interview if requested, and otherwise cooperate with the WHWSFinancial Aid Committee in its efforts to responsibly evaluate the information furnished herein.

I agree to keep all financial aid award decisions confidential.

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Applicant Signature Date

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Applicant Signature Date

All information is held confidential, unless reporting is required by law.

Access to your application is limited to the Financial Aid Committee members.