Flexible Tuition

Tuition for the 2025-2026 School Year

• Annual Tuition: Ranges from $5,000 - $12,125 USD depending on which learning program you chose. Talk with our staff to determine your exact tuition price.

• Mid-Year Enrollment: Tuition is prorated based on your start date.

• Enrollment Fee: $1,000 USD per year (applied toward tuition). Families who qualify for flexible tuition may receive a reduced enrollment fee.

Choose Your Experience

Independent Experience ($4,850 USD) – Credentialing Only: For families managing most learning independently but needing credentialing support.

• Highlights: Independence, ultimate flexibility, no meetings

  Features:

  • Templates for credentialing any learning

  • Framework for self-designed plans 

  • Guide feedback on submitted work

  • Parent onboarding & parent-managed progress guidebook

  • Optional live learner-led clubs

  • Virtual graduation 

Balanced Experience ($9,700 USD) – Core Access + Light Support: For families wanting balance between independence and mentorship.

• Highlights: Structure and mentorship with fewer meetings.

  Features:

  • One Guide check-in per session

  • Full access to library of Quest, Civ, and Story Arts 

  • Custom badge plan support

  • Feedback at Exhibitions 

  • Learner initiated group collaboration (in Slack at the beginning of each session)

  • Basic post-graduation planning

  • Asynchronous mastery-based Practicals & feedback

  • Optional community Zoom experiences 

  • In-person or virtual graduation

Guided Experience ($12,125 USD) – Premium Support: For families seeking full access and deep engagement.

• Highlights: Strong guidance, regular feedback, and full team support.

  Features:

  • Weekly 1:1 meetings with Guides

  • Full access to evolving library of Civ, Story Arts and Quests  

  • Personalized badge plan design

  • Facilitated group collaboration 

  • Weekly live feedback on learner work

  • Regular family coaching + College/career planning

  • Live mastery-based Practicals with panel feedback

  • Daily required community Zoom experiences 

  • Choice of in-person or virtual graduation

Not sure which to choose?

We’re here to help. No matter the path, your child will be honored for who they are, what they love, and how they learn best.

Flexible Tuition: Making The Forest School Online Accessible

We are committed to socioeconomic diversity and ensuring that all types of families have the opportunity to join our learning community. Many of our families pay a reduced tuition rate through our Flexible Tuition Program, which adjusts tuition based on household income and ability to pay. We encourage all families, regardless of income level, to apply for flexible tuition to see if they qualify for a reduced rate!

Steps to Apply for Admission & Flexible Tuition

1. Submit an Application – Begin your journey by completing our online application.

2. Apply for Flexible Tuition (if needed) – After submitting your application, families interested in financial assistance should complete the flexible tuition application. This requires submitting household income details.

3. Receive Tuition Adjustment (if eligible) – If you qualify, we will provide a personalized tuition rate based on your financial situation.

4. Pay the Enrollment Fee – Once accepted, secure your spot by paying the $1,000 enrollment fee (or a reduced fee if you qualify for flexible tuition).

5. Finalize Enrollment & Start Learning!

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