Beacon Academy: Tuition, Financial Aid, and Educational Opportunities
Beacon Academy is dedicated to providing a high-quality education and ensuring its programs benefit all students. To that end, the academy focuses on continuous improvement, particularly in managing tuition payment programs and financial aid assessments. This article delves into Beacon Academy's tuition structure, financial aid opportunities, and the overall educational experience it offers.
Tuition and Fees
The tuition at Beacon Academy is $57,000. It is important to note that tuition and fees may vary depending on grade level and other factors, and may be subject to change each school year. For the most up-to-date information, it is best to contact the admissions office directly.
Financial Aid and Accessibility
Beacon Academy is committed to making its education accessible to determined and inquisitive students from historically under-resourced and/or underrepresented communities. The academy achieves this through a robust needs-based scholarship program, designed to meet 100% of a family's demonstrated financial need. A candidate’s request for financial aid does not affect his/her chances for admission, as decisions regarding admission and financial aid are made separately.
Applying for Financial Aid
Families applying for financial aid at Beacon Academy will need to complete an application and submit the necessary supporting documentation. Beacon Academy partners with FACTS Management Company to manage its tuition payment program and financial aid assessment. Families will be expected to complete the Parents’ Financial Statement (PFS). The PFS is used by schools across the country to help assess families’ financial aid needs.
To streamline the financial aid application process, Beacon Academy uses the Clarity Tuition application. Families can securely submit their financial aid application through Blackbaud. The application typically takes between 20 and 30 minutes to complete. FACTS charges $40 for this service. Contact the admissions team in order to receive a fee waiver code before submitting.
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Due to processing times, it is necessary to apply for financial aid at the same time you apply for admission to Beacon Academy.
The 10-Year Program
Beacon Academy offers a unique 10-Year Program designed to prepare students from historically under-resourced and/or underrepresented communities for success in competitive high schools, colleges, and careers. The academy accepts between 18 and 24 students each year into this program. These students receive the tools and resources to apply to private high schools and have the potential to receive full scholarships.
The Academy Year
Students in the 10-Year Program come to Beacon Academy for a full school year after 8th grade. During this time, they focus on mastering their academic skills and gaining the confidence to thrive in independent schools.
Ongoing Support
Beacon Academy continues to support its alumni for 9+ years following the Academy Year as they enter higher education and begin their careers. Once accepted, Beacon Academy offers each student support from the beginning of the Academy Year through their first career.
Tuition-Free Opportunity
Beacon Academy is tuition-free for qualifying families participating in the 10-Year Program.
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Academic Excellence and Guidance
Beacon Academy provides an excellent education, starting with a solid and achievable academic plan. Licensed school guidance counselors help students design a high school graduation plan aligned with their needs and the standards set by the State of Nevada. Counselors work individually with students to plan, organize, and structure classes and learning experiences matched to the uniqueness of the student' goals for the future.
Guidance Counselor Services
Beacon’s guidance counselors coordinate and facilitate:
- Career events and information
- College information and visits
- Registration and class scheduling
- Graduation planning
- College preparation
- Occupational advisement, counseling, and guidance
- Administration of state-mandated testing
Course Selection and Registration
Every student is provided with the opportunity to review their graduation plan annually with their counselor. Each student individualized academic plan is based upon graduation requirements and post-secondary plans. Course scheduling is based upon each student’s academic plan, past academic performance and MAP test results. Students are provided with their Plan of Study at their annual orientation or upon enrollment.
Beacon Academy of Nevada
Beacon Academy of Nevada is a publicly-funded, tuition-free, online charter high school.
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