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Private School Tuition at Southwest Florida Christian Academy

You want a high-quality education for your child — at a school that reinforces the same biblically based values you teach at home. That’s why an investment in tuition at a private Christian school is so important.

Southwest Florida Christian Academy, a private school in Fort Myers, FL, offers college-prep academics, its own leadership academy, a strong faith foundation, and a school culture that encourages and builds confidence in students from preschool to Grade 12.

We believe students throughout Lee County, FL, can benefit from an education at SFCA, so we are committed to making an excellent education accessible to as many families as possible. We know tuition can be challenging to fit into some families’ budgets, which is why we work with the Step Up for Students Scholarship program to offer income-based scholarships. Financial aid is also available through FACTS Grant and Aid.

SFCA accepts two income-based scholarships within the Step Up for Students Scholarship program: The Florida Tax Credit Scholarship and the Family Empowerment Scholarship-Educational Options. It’s easy to apply for these scholarships and for financial aid through FACTS. Start your application now, and we’ll be able to tell you exactly what your family’s tuition costs will be.

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We have been equipping students to be godly leaders and engage the culture for Christ for more than 30  years. Our students feel welcomed, included, and prepared to pursue successful lives after graduation. How do we do it? 

  • Students in our private kindergarten and elementary school focus on reading and writing — all while learning about God and developing problem-solving skills. 
  • Our private middle school students benefit from small class sizes where they can be both challenged and supported academically. Teachers frame all subjects with a biblical worldview, and your child is encouraged to boldly exercise his or her faith. 
  • Starting in middle school, students can explore interests through several extracurricular activities, including athletics, performing and practical arts courses, and service opportunities.
  • Students who attend our private high school can personalize their education and choose from honors courses, dual enrollment classes, and Advanced Placement. 
  • Students of all ages attend daily Bible classes and weekly chapel services to help build Christian character. As students grow, they also have the opportunity to experience spiritual emphasis retreats. 

Get answers today.

Learn more about how you can apply for scholarships at our private Christian school in Fort Myers, FL, by reaching out to our Admissions Team online or by calling (239) 936-8865.

Affording an SFCA Education

Are you worried that you either can’t afford our school — or that maybe you make too much to qualify for financial aid? You certainly aren’t alone. We hear those concerns a lot, and each time, we encourage families to explore the Step Up for Students scholarship programs as well as FACTS financial aid. Many families are (happily!) surprised to see that a high-quality private school education is within reach, after all.

“In February, my daughter told me her dream — to attend SFCA.  She was reluctant to tell us because she thought it wasn’t possible on our budget… and it’s not!  We decided we would take steps toward her dream, pray, and see what God would do, fully relying on Him to provide the funds. It has been such an amazing journey, trusting God and seeing His faithfulness and love in action for (our daughter). Yes, we are delighted and beyond thankful to receive the Financial Aid Award! (Our daughter) had the biggest smile on her face when we told her — and she’s even excited to get started on her summer work.  We appreciate all you have done to facilitate this precious gift!”

– SFCA Parent

How much does it cost for our private Christian school?

We enjoy partnering with families who are searching for a distinctively biblical and academically excellent education, and we welcome your questions about tuition, scholarships, and financial aid.

Our Admissions Team will help you make a well-informed, confident decision about which learning environment is best for your family.

2024-2025 Tuition and Fee Schedule

Application and Enrollment Fee

All fees are non-refundable and non-transferrable.

New Students
Application Fee $50
Enrollment Fee $400
Current Students
Continuous Enrollment Fee $300

Tuition

The obligation to pay full annual tuition to SFCA for each academic year shall become binding on January 20th, unless SFCA is notifed in writing via the Opt-Out Form of the withdrawal on or before January 5, 2024. Any student that has opted-out will forfeit their sear and will be considered a new student during the enrollment process. If notifies of a withdrawal after July 1, a minimum of one month’s tuition is also non-refundable and non-transferrable.

2024-2025 Tuition1st Child2nd Child3rd Child4th or More
Kindergarten-5th Grade
Total Annual Tuition$ 11,526.00$ 11,526.00$ 10,016.00$ 5,763.00
10 Payments (due July-May)$ 1,152.60$ 1,077.10$ 1,001.60$ 576.30
Grade 6-8
Total Annual Tuition$ 12,429.00$ 11,674.00$ 10,919.00$ 6,215.50
10 Payments (due July-May)$ 1242.90$ 1167.40$ 1091.90$ 621.45
Grade 9-12
Total Annual Tuition$ 13,662.00$ 12,907.00$ 12,152.00$ 6,831.00
10 Payments (due July-May)$ 1366.20$ 1290.70$ 1,215.20$ 683.10

Incidental Billing:

  • Field Trips
    Our students may take field trips throughout the year to enhance the curriculum and to broaden learning.
  • FACTS Pre-Pay Lunch
    Families are able to add funds to a pre-pay lunch account through their FACTS Family Portal account.
  • Athletic Fee
    Some sports may incur additional costs. The price will be determined in the summer prior to participation.
  • Graduation Fee (Grade 12)
    This fee covers the cost of the graduation ceremony, including the cap and gown, reception, decorations and a guest speaker for the commencement address.
  • Advanced Placement, ACT/SAT Testing
    High School Students may choose to enroll in A/P courses. At the end of each course, students must take a final test which has a fee per course. Students may also elect to take a school day CAT/SAT test for a fee.
  • King’s Crew
    SFCA’s before and after school care program is called King’s Crew. There is an additional charge for King’s Crew. Please, review our King’s Crew Payment Agreement for pricing and payment options. All King’s Crew payments will be paid through your FACTS Family Portal account.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does SFCA determine if a family is eligible for financial aid?

We partner with FACTS, which is used by many independent schools across the country to analyze families’ financial data. Our school uses that analysis to determine financial aid eligibility.

Could applying for a scholarship or financial aid diminish the chances of my child being accepted at SFCA?

No. We welcome families of all economic backgrounds at SFCA, and our admission applications are reviewed separately from any financial aid information.

What do I need to know about Step Up for Students?

SFCA accepts two scholarships with the Step Up for Students Scholarship program. The Florida Tax Credit Scholarship (FTC) and the Family Empowerment Scholarship-Education Options (FES-EO). Please visit the Step Up for Students website at www.stepupforstudents.org for more information. We are not able to accept funds from other scholarship funding organizations other than Step Up.

What should I do if I have chosen an Annual Payment Plan for FACTS and our Step Up scholarship is awarded after July 1?

For those who choose the Annual Payment Plan for FACTS tuition with payment collected by July 1, if your student is awarded a Step Up scholarship after the July 1st payment date, any tuition overpayment refund will not be processed until the end of the current school year. For students who have been awarded a Step Up scholarship, the FACTS tuition payment plan must be set-up as the Monthly option.

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