York School offers a college-preparatory education that fosters intellectual curiosity, self-discovery, and the development of confident, authentic leaders. Our students build meaningful relationships with dedicated, high-quality teachers while exploring their roles as ethical and engaged members of a multicultural world.

York welcomes remarkable students from all backgrounds, regardless of a family’s financial circumstances. Our Financial Aid program reflects our commitment to socio-economic diversity and ensures that a York education is both accessible and affordable. By reducing financial barriers, we strive to make it possible for every admitted student to fully participate in and benefit from the exceptional learning community York provides.

FINANCIAL AID

No student or family should feel limited in applying to York because of financial concerns. York is committed to partnering with families to ensure that cost is not a barrier to a York education. Through our robust financial aid program, tuition is tailored to reflect each family’s individual circumstances and ability to invest in their child’s future.

More than 60% of York families receive financial assistance. This commitment to accessibility strengthens our community and ensures that York remains a place where talented students from all backgrounds can thrive.

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. We continue to accept rolling applications through spring and summer.

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).

FINANCIAL AID APPLICATION


Please refer to these useful guides to help you in your application process:

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.

 

Important Dates

OCTOBER 1: application opens

Begin your application by visiting Clarity Financial Aid. 

FEBRUARY-JULY

We continue to accept rolling applications through spring and summer, should we have space and funds available. Apply today!

For more information contact Tracie Lizama, Director of Enrollment, at tlizama@york.org or Chris Wilcox, Assistant Director of Enrollment, at cwilcox@york.org.

Comprehensive Tuition

We are deeply committed to ensuring that a York education is accessible to families from a wide range of backgrounds. Our financial aid program supports more than 60% of our current families, with tuition thoughtfully adjusted to reflect each family’s demonstrated ability to contribute. This commitment strengthens our community and ensures that talented students can thrive at York, regardless of financial circumstances. We encourage families to connect with us to discuss financial aid and explore how we can help make a York education possible for your family.

Tuition for the 2026–2027 school year is $45,950 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.

TUITION ESTIMATOR: 

Based on your income, you may qualify to pay between $7,000 - $13,000*.

The tuition calculator is an estimate based on a family of 4 with two children attending tuition charging schools.

*Please note that there are many factors that go into determining a family’s tuition level, including availability of funds and enrollment needs.  Additional factors are considered when evaluating a family’s ability to pay, including but not limited to: family size, the number of children attending tuition charging schools, and assets and liabilities not reflected in household income.

 

Based on your income, you may qualify to pay between $10,000 - $16,000*.

The tuition calculator is an estimate based on a family of 4 with two children attending tuition charging schools.

*Please note that there are many factors that go into determining a family’s tuition level, including availability of funds and enrollment needs.  Additional factors are considered when evaluating a family’s ability to pay, including but not limited to: family size, the number of children attending tuition charging schools, and assets and liabilities not reflected in household income.

 

Based on your income, you may qualify to pay between $13,000 - $19,000*.

The tuition calculator is an estimate based on a family of 4 with two children attending tuition charging schools.

*Please note that there are many factors that go into determining a family’s tuition level, including availability of funds and enrollment needs.  Additional factors are considered when evaluating a family’s ability to pay, including but not limited to: family size, the number of children attending tuition charging schools, and assets and liabilities not reflected in household income.

 

Based on your income, you may qualify to pay between $16,000 - $22,000*.

The tuition calculator is an estimate based on a family of 4 with two children attending tuition charging schools.

*Please note that there are many factors that go into determining a family’s tuition level, including availability of funds and enrollment needs.  Additional factors are considered when evaluating a family’s ability to pay, including but not limited to: family size, the number of children attending tuition charging schools, and assets and liabilities not reflected in household income.

 

Based on your income, you may qualify to pay between $19,000 - $25,000*.

The tuition calculator is an estimate based on a family of 4 with two children attending tuition charging schools.

*Please note that there are many factors that go into determining a family’s tuition level, including availability of funds and enrollment needs.  Additional factors are considered when evaluating a family’s ability to pay, including but not limited to: family size, the number of children attending tuition charging schools, and assets and liabilities not reflected in household income.

 

Based on your income, you may qualify to pay between $22,000 - $28,000*.

The tuition calculator is an estimate based on a family of 4 with two children attending tuition charging schools.

*Please note that there are many factors that go into determining a family’s tuition level, including availability of funds and enrollment needs.  Additional factors are considered when evaluating a family’s ability to pay, including but not limited to: family size, the number of children attending tuition charging schools, and assets and liabilities not reflected in household income.

 

Based on your income, you may qualify to pay between $25,000 - $31,000*.

The tuition calculator is an estimate based on a family of 4 with two children attending tuition charging schools.

*Please note that there are many factors that go into determining a family’s tuition level, including availability of funds and enrollment needs.  Additional factors are considered when evaluating a family’s ability to pay, including but not limited to: family size, the number of children attending tuition charging schools, and assets and liabilities not reflected in household income.

 

Based on your income, you may qualify to pay between $28,000 - $34,000*.

The tuition calculator is an estimate based on a family of 4 with two children attending tuition charging schools.

*Please note that there are many factors that go into determining a family’s tuition level, including availability of funds and enrollment needs.  Additional factors are considered when evaluating a family’s ability to pay, including but not limited to: family size, the number of children attending tuition charging schools, and assets and liabilities not reflected in household income.

 

Based on your income, you may qualify to pay between $31,000 - $37,000*.

The tuition calculator is an estimate based on a family of 4 with two children attending tuition charging schools.

*Please note that there are many factors that go into determining a family’s tuition level, including availability of funds and enrollment needs.  Additional factors are considered when evaluating a family’s ability to pay, including but not limited to: family size, the number of children attending tuition charging schools, and assets and liabilities not reflected in household income.

 

Based on your income, you may qualify to pay between $34,000 - $39,920*.

The tuition calculator is an estimate based on a family of 4 with two children attending tuition charging schools.

*Please note that there are many factors that go into determining a family’s tuition level, including availability of funds and enrollment needs.  Additional factors are considered when evaluating a family’s ability to pay, including but not limited to: family size, the number of children attending tuition charging schools, and assets and liabilities not reflected in household income.

 

Scholarships

York School proudly offers the York Merit Scholarship Program, designed to recognize exceptional incoming students who demonstrate academic excellence, service to others, and alignment with York’s core values.

These scholarships honor individuals whose vision, integrity, and dedication helped shape York’s history and mission. Through this program, York seeks to support students who are curious thinkers, committed learners, and engaged community members.

MORE INFORMATION ON SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM