Affording CFMS

Affordability is fundamental to CFMS. We intentionally keep tuition low and offer need-based tuition assistance to enable moderate and low-income families to access the lifelong benefits of a Montessori education. 

Families with a wide range of income levels apply for aid. About 35% - 40% of our students receive tuition assistance each year. The CFMS Tuition Assistance Program is designed to make a CFMS education possible for all families based on demonstrated financial need and the availability of funds. 

Applying for Tuition Assistance

We understand and appreciate the financial commitment families undertake in deciding to send their children to Christian Family Montessori School. We devote significant funds each year to a financial aid budget to assist families. To help us objectively assess what a family is able to contribute to its student(s) education expenses, we use Clarity as a trusted third party. The Clarity Application determines a family’s level of financial need based on the information that families share in the application which includes assets, income, expenses, and debts. 

• To get started, please go to the Clarity Application and create an account. The application typically takes less than 30 minutes to complete. 

• At the end of the application, there is a $60 fee to submit, and you can share your application with additional schools that accept the Clarity Application for no additional charge. 

• If you need support during the process of completing your application, there is in-app support available through the “Help” button in the bottom left of the screen, as well as email and phone support at support@clarityapp.com or 206-210-3752, in both English and Spanish. The application itself is also fully translated into Spanish. 

• Timeline

  • January 31 - Applications for Tuition Assistance due.

• March 15 - Supporting Tax Documents due

• April 30 - Financial aid award decisions made

Additional Resources

CFMS participates in several external programs that offer tuition assistance.

Opportunity Scholarship Program The OSP provides tuition assistance to D.C. residents whose families meet the program's financial criteria.

Latino Student Fund Latinx students enrolled at CFMS and eligible for financial aid may apply for competitive scholarships from LSF.

If you have any questions, please contact our Director of Student Support, Kristi Medley, by phone or email. (Kristi@cfmschool.org 202-722-1520)