TUITION

All students are charged the same annual tuition rate of $13,695 (SY 2014-2015).

 

A constituent rate is available, of $11,145, with a copy of the Church Membership verification form. Annual tuition rates 

are subject to change by 1.5%-2%. When the annual tuition charge is paid in full at registration, a 5% 

cash discount will be given. A 2% discount is available when paying by the semester. Tuition charges 

may be paid on a 10-month or 11-month payment plan, as approved by the TA Business Office. ALL 

families on a monthly payment plan; must make payments through the SMART Tuition Program. 

 

SMART Tuition

24/7 access to view bills and make payments through a convenient and secure system

 

Monthly Invoices

This option provides you the flexibility of mailing in your 

payment, making a phone-in payment, or paying online at www.parents.smarttuition.com.

 

Automatic Deduction

Have your payment automatically deducted from your bank account or credit card. Automatic deduction is convenient and reliable. Monthly payments are made automatically, and you never need to worry about reminders, postage, lost checks or mail delays.

 

 

IMPORTANT DATES

July 01, 2015

First installment due – 11-month payment plan (July-May)

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Aug 01, 2015

First installment due – 10-month payment plan (Aug-May)

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Aug 31, 2015

Full payment of tuition (5% discount) and 1st installment for semester tuition payments (2% discount)

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Jan 01, 2016

Second installment due – semester payment plan (2% discount)

 

 

REGISTRATION/ENTRANCE FEES: 

All students are charged the same non-refundable registration/entrance fee of $825. This fee includes 

technology fees, yearbook, class dues, one standardized test for juniors and seniors (PSAT, ACT, or 

SAT), insurance, and an ID card. 

 

***The entrance fee does not include graduation fees, required wear for performing arts or athletic organizations, instrument rental or other extracurricular activity fees. This fee is not eligible for discounts. 

 

New Applicants 

 

Academic Scholarships*: New and returning students qualify for Academic Scholarships based 

on their GPA from the previous school year as follows: 

GPA of 3.75 or above................................ $600 ($60 per month while enrolled) 

GPA of 3.5-3.74......................................... $300 ($30 per month while enrolled)

 

*Recurring Scholarship 

Leadership Scholarships**: Freshman qualifies for Leadership Scholarships as follows: 

Class President..................................... $400 ($40 per month while enrolled) 

Class Vice President............................. $250 ($25 per month while enrolled) 

 

**On- time Scholarship 

Merit Scholarship Program (MSP): Students new to TA may qualify for a Merit Scholarship 

based on scores achieved with the past 12 months on standardized tests, such as ITED, ITBS, and 

PSAT. MSP students may receive up to $10,000 during 4 years at TA. (MSP students are not eligible 

for Academic Scholarships). To maintain the MSP status for the next semester students must maintain 

a minimum GPA of 3.4 or above. If a student’s GPA drops below 3.4 for two consecutive semesters, 

the student is discontinued from the MSP. 

 

GPA/Percentile Score First semester Scholarships 

95th or above................................... $1,250 ($250 per month) 

90th to 94th....................................... $1,000 ($200 per month) 

85th to 89th....................................... $750 ($150 per month) 

 

Ability Scholarships (AS): Students new to TA may audition to qualify for AS’s in the areas of 

vocal and instrumental. Students must have developed a high level of ability to qualify for AS’s and are 

expected to participate fully in the activity for which they have received the scholarship. A limited 

number of AS’s will be available each year to new TA students based on skill levels determined by 

selected TA faculty. 

 

2015-2016 Auditions Dates TDB 

Music Ability Scholarship Auditions (by appointment on dates given by Music Instructor)-More details 

coming soon. 

 

Ability Scholarship Range.......................................$500-$1000 ($50.00 - $100.00 awarded each month) 

Financial Assistance: Families seeking financial assistance are to complete the following... 

1) Parents must first submit a request for assistance with the church that holds their membership.

2) Provide TA with a letter from the church, indicating if you were approved/denied, and for how 

much.

3) Complete and submit TA’s Financial Assistance Application. The PSAS application may be 

completed online at www.PSAS.org. The School Code for TA is 4992. A hard copy of the 

PSAS form is also available in the TA Business Office.

4) Contact the Business Office and request an appointment to complete a financial plan. 

RaShawna Young: 301 434-4700 Ext714 ryoung@ta.edu