Tuition & Financial Aid
Pursuing excellence & affordability!
An investment
worth making…
There is really no way around it. Private education at any level can cost a lot. At CCS, we are mindful of this fact and work hard to operate as cost-effectively as possible while upholding standards of excellence that are essential to our mission. Our sincere desire is that every parent who is committed to providing the kind of educational expericence CCS offers will be able to do so at an affordable price. Personal sacrifices may still be necessary, but a Christian education at CCS is an investment worth making.
Tuition Ranges
2025/26 School Year*
For a better indication of what families typically pay, our tuition is presented in ranges representative of past tuition assistance awards.
| Grade | Annual Tuition Range | Student Life Fee |
|---|---|---|
| PreK Half Day | $3,250 - $5,150 | $150 |
| PreK | $6,600 - $9,975 | $150 |
| Kindergarten | $7,100 - $12,750 | $150 |
| Primary (1st-5th) | $7,700 - $15,250 | $150 |
| Middle (6th-8th) | $7,800 - $15,975 | $300 |
| High (9th-12th) | $8,300 - $17,250 | $500 |
*Click here for International Tuition Rates.
Important Details
- Tuition may be paid in full for an additional 3% discount
- Monthly, quarterly, and semester payment plans available
- Tuition includes all textbook fees for PreK-12th
Available Discounts When Paying Full Tuition
Family Loyalty Discounts
| Reenrollment Years | Discount |
|---|---|
| 1 | $100 |
| 2 | $200 |
| 3 | $300 |
| 4 | $500 |
| 5 | $700 |
| 6 | $900 |
| 7+ | $300 additional each year |
Multi-Student Discounts
| Grade | 2 Students | 3+ Students |
|---|---|---|
| PreK Half Day | $500 | $750 |
| PreK | $1,000 | $1,500 |
| Kindergarten | $1,200 | $1,800 |
| Primary (1st-5th) | $1,400 | $2,100 |
| Middle (6th-8th) | $1,400 | $2,100 |
| High (9th-12th) | $1,500 | $2,300 |
Over 60% of CCS students receive tuition assistance!
34% of CCS students receive…
Georgia GOAL Scholarship is for all students entering PreK, K5, 1st, or any grade coming directly from a Georgia public school.
Funds are limited. Awards are needs-based and vary greatly. Average award is ~$5,000. Maximum award is up to ~50% of tuition.
32% of CCS students receive…
Our G:62 fund provides assistance to students who are not eligible for the GOAL Scholarship.
Funds are limited. Awards are needs-based and vary greatly. Average award is ~$1,700 for one student. Maximum award is up to ~50% of tuition.
Tuition Assistance FAQS
While tuition at Cherokee Christian Schools is a great value for private education in our area, we understand that financial constraints make it impossible for some families to attend CCS without assistance. We have needs based scholarships that help minimize the financial barrier for enrollment at CCS for most families.
Are monthly tuition payment plans available to families?
Yes! All families may set up payment plans for a nominal fee. Monthly, quarterly, or semester plans are available. Payment plans are available whether or not a family receives tuition assistance.
Can I recieve tuition assistance on top of the published multi-student and loyalty discounts?
Typically not. Any tuition assistance awarded will take multi-student and loyalty discounts into consideration. In other words, tuition assistance replaces those discounts.
What are the deadlines to apply for tuition assistance?
There are specific deadlines. Applications for returning families are due by January 31st. New families apply as they progress through the application process.
Is tuition assistance available for all grades?
Yes, tuition assistance is available for all grades PreK through 12th.
Can new families apply for tuition assistance before submitting their student application?
Yes… sort of. While families new to CCS may apply for tuition assistance ahead of acceptance, tuition assistance is neither considered nor awarded until a student has applied and been accepted. Our Admissions department will help guide you during this process.
Must returning families reapply for tuition assistance form every year?
Yes! All families who want tuition assistance consideration must complete the application process every year. The application process is shorter for returning families.
Who sees my financial information?
All family financial information is treated with high confidentiality. Typically, only the three members of our tuition assistance committee have access to the data.
Does tuition assistance need to be repaid?
No! All tuition assistance is in the form of a grant. It is NOT a loan that must be paid back.
Are there other opportunities such as academic merit or athletic scholarships?
No! CCS focuses tuition assistance efforts on the financial needs of its families. For fairness, our athletics leagues prohibit us from offering athletics scholarships.
Quick Links & FACTS:
Scholarship Information:
Other Quick Links:
- Required before tuition assistance will be considered
- Our 25-26 FACTS Tuition Assistance Application is open.
Financial Assistance Deadlines:
- Returning Families: Applications for returning families must be fully completed & submitted by Janurary 31st. If received afterwards, they may not receive the same consideration.
- New families: Apply as part of the new student application process.
- CCS will review and return award decisions to families as quickly as possible.
Quick FACTS:
- CCS uses a partner company, FACTS Management, to collect and process family financial information used in tuition assistance decisions.
- FACTS Management also enables monthly tuition payment plans, available to all families.
Other Available Discounts
Grand Warrior Discount
We are excited to offer a $1,000 tuition credit for your referrals!
If a family you refer enrolls a student, you will receive a $1,000 tuition credit. See the pertinent Terms and Conditions.
Discount applies to tuition only. It does not apply to fees (Student Life, Application, or Enrollment).
Ministry Discount
Families with a parent in a ministry position qualify for 50% off published tuition.
Standard loyalty and multi-student discounts apply as well, but at 50% of their published rate.
Discount applies to tuition only. It does not apply to fees (Student Life, Application, or Enrollment).
Qualifying for the Discount:
- Be in a qualified ministry position, either:
- Hold full-time (or part-time with senior) pastoral duties in a local congregation.
- Lead a church department or ministry full-time: Children’s, Youth, Worship, Education, etc.
- NOTE: Those in para-church ministries or other positions within a local church will be considered individually. Please inquire with our Admissions team.
- Additional tuition assistance may be available in some circumstances. Please inquire if you have questions.
- To offset the cost of the Ministry Discount, receiving families must apply for the GOAL scholarship, if available to the student. Talk to our Admissions team for more details.
Alumni Discount
CCS Alumni receive a 25% discount off of full tuition for their student(s). This is in addition to the multi-student and loyalty discounts.
Details:
- One or both parents, must be an alumni of Cherokee Christian High School in good standing
- To offset the cost of the Alumni Discount, receiving families must apply for the GOAL scholarship, if available to the student. Talk to our Admissions team for more details.
- Further Tuition Assistance may be available. Inquire with the Admissions team.
- Discount applies to tuition only. It does not apply to fees (Student Life, Application, or Enrollment).