York welcomes remarkable students from all backgrounds, regardless of their family’s financial circumstances. Our Financial Aid program reflects our commitment to socio-economic diversity, making a York education both accessible and affordable. By removing financial barriers, we ensure that every student has the opportunity to experience the exceptional learning community York provides.
Help with the Application
We are here to guide you through the financial aid process every step of the way. If you'd like assistance with your application, or if you have any questions, please contact Tracie Lizama, Director of Enrollment at tlizama@york.org.
Applying for Financial Aid
No student or family should ever feel limited in applying to York because of financial concerns. Our tuition is determined by each family’s individual circumstances, ensuring that cost is not a barrier to a York education. We are committed to partnering with families to provide tuition that reflects their unique ability to invest in their child’s future.
Apply here to our Financial Aid program using the Clarity Tuition Portal. The priority deadline for submission is February 1 each year, however we continue to accept rolling applications through spring and summer.
Clarity Tuition
To make the most fair and equitable estimate of a family's ability to pay tuition, we utilize Clarity Tuition, which analyzes individual financial statements and recommends an amount that each family can afford to spend on a child's education. Clarity Tuition estimates the amount you can contribute to school expenses and forwards that estimate to York. There is one form per household, for any number of applicant children.
Once submitted to York, the Clarity estimate is reviewed and adjusted using the family's prior year and current federal tax forms, taking into account the higher cost of living in California. The Financial Aid Committee reviews the materials and determines the level of assistance offered. For divorced or separated parents, York School asks each natural parent to complete a confidential Parent Financial Statement (PFS).
Please refer to these useful guides to help you in your application process:
If you have questions about financial aid or the application process, contact Director of Enrollment, Tracie Lizama tlizama@york.org, or Assistant Director of Enrollment, Chris Wilcox cwilcox@york.org.
Important Dates
OCTOBER 1
Begin the Personal Financial Statement (PFS) by visiting Clarity Financial Aid.
FEBRUARY 3
Deadline to complete and submit the PFS.
FEBRUARY 20
Tax return deadline; submit completed, signed 2024 federal tax returns (1040 and W-2s). Financial aid applicants must also submit 2025 W-2s.
MARCH - JULY
While our priority deadline for financial aid applications is February 3 each year, we continue to accept rolling applications through spring and summer, should we have space and funds available.
For more information contact Tracie Lizama, Director of Enrollment, at tlizama@york.org
Comprehensive Tuition
Tuition for the 2025–2026 school year is $44,690 for domestic students. This tuition reflects the investment families make in York’s exceptional academics and close-knit community, and includes all fees, with the exception of books and an internet-enabled digital device.
We are committed to ensuring that a York education is accessible. Our robust financial aid program supports 60% of families, tailoring tuition to reflect each family’s ability to contribute. This commitment strengthens our community and ensures York remains a place where talented students from all backgrounds can thrive.
