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Whether your child is just starting out in preschool or closing in on their middle school years, you understand how important it is for them to receive a high-quality education in a supportive learning environment.

It’s so important that it’s worth investing in.

You’ll find low student-to-teacher ratios and a culture that builds confidence at Columbia Academy, a private school in Columbia, MD, that educates children from 6 weeks of age through 8th grade. 

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Prepared at Every Age

While you’re planning for your child’s future, you also want them to enjoy — and feel appreciated — today. That’s why Columbia Academy focuses on excellence at every stage.

Columbia Academy Transitional Kindergarten

Preschool

From ages 3 to 5, children thrive with a teacher-to-student ratio of 1:10 and hands-on learning.

Transitional Kindergarten

Younger students move into kindergarten with improved literacy, language, and math skills.

Kindergarten

With optimal class sizes, teachers tailor lessons to best meet the needs of their students.

Elementary School

We help your child understand how what they’re learning applies to the world around them.

Middle School

Students learn to take responsibility for their academic performance, behavior, and future goals.

Affording a Columbia Academy Education

Typically, families have one of two worries when it comes to private school tuition:

What if we love it but can’t afford it?

What if we make a little too much to qualify for financial aid?

At Columbia Academy, we serve families at all income levels, and it’s worth filling out a few forms to see how we can work together to educate your child.

Tuition Assistance Forms

For an estimate of what tuition would cost after financial aid is applied, try our tuition calculator:

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How much will our tuition investment be?

At Columbia Academy, we offer transparent pricing — so you can easily see where your fees and tuition dollars are directed. For parents of elementary and middle school-aged children, we also offer the opportunity to make 10 equal monthly payments, from June 15 to March 15. Tuition varies in preschool — depending on age and number of days attending. Select your child’s program to see tuition in detail.

Tuition & Fees for 2024-2025

$2,489/Month (M-F)
Monday-FridayMon/Wed/FriTues/Thurs
Full Day$2,042/Month$1,531/Month$1,225/Month
Academic Day$1,850/Month$1,387/Month$1,110/Month
Half Day$1,656/Month$1,242/Month$993/Month
Monday-FridayMon/Wed/FriTues/Thurs
Full Day$1,966/Month$1,474/Month$1,179/Month
Academic Day$1,781/Month$1,336/Month$1,068/Month
Half Day$1,593/Month$1,195/Month$956/Month
GRADE LEVELTUITIONBOOK & TECHNOLOGY FEEACTIVITY FEE
Transitional K$14,727$360$450
Grade K-4$14,063$375$450
Grades 5-8$14,235$435$575

New student application fee: $100
After Care (3:45 to 6 p.m.) annual tuition: $4,190
After Care (3:45 to 6 p.m.) annual tuition: $4,190

Frequently Asked Questions

We walk families through every step of the financial aid process. To get started, contact Kesha King, Admissions Specialist, at kking@columbiaacademy.com or (410) 312-7413.

Families are welcome to apply for financial aid starting in kindergarten. It is not available for pre-kindergarten or childcare students.

No. Admission applications and financial aid applications are reviewed separately.

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