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While our tuition and fees reflect our exceptional experience, York House is dedicated to making this transformative education more accessible to more students. We offer significant Financial Aid each year to families in need of financial support—all thanks to the generous contributions of our community.

We’re committed to working with your family to understand your circumstances and support you in the application process. The deadline to apply for Financial Aid this year is November 13, 2026. For more information, please inquire here or email the Enrollment Management Office.

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Applying for Financial AiD

Financial Aid is available to newly enrolled Grade 8 - 10 students who meet our admission requirements but may not have the financial means to attend. Financial Aid applications should be made with your admissions application, and each aid application is reviewed confidentially by the YHS Financial Aid Committee and our third-party partner. York House will work with your family to personalize a plan for your needs. The deadline to apply for financial aid this year is November 13, 2026. You are also welcome to familiarize with the process to plan ahead for future years.

Step 1
Admissions Application
  • Complete the admissions application form and be sure to indicate interest in financial aid by checking the appropriate box.
  • Request an application fee waiver if the fee is a barrier to your application by submitting this inquiry form.
  • After submitting your admissions application form, we will contact you to provide details about our Financial Aid program and invite you to submit a separate Financial Aid Application to Apple Financial Services (AFS). Applicants should not submit their Financial Aid application before their YHS application. 
  • Ensure all requested documents are submitted to complete your admissions application.
Step 2
Financial Aid Application

  • Complete the confidential online AFS application form. AFS charges a $137.50 application fee, which York House does not waive. If this fee is a barrier that will prevent you from applying, please contact us .

  • AFS may follow up to clarify details after an initial review. Please respond promptly.
     

Important Notes:

  • The AFS application requires detailed financial information, which may include a recent tax return.
  • The financial aid application is a separate and concurrent process as the admissions application.
  • If a student is shortlisted for admission but your family does not qualify for Financial Aid, we will contact you to see if you want to continue the admissions process without financial assistance. If so, the $350 application fee (or $250 re-application fee) will be required.


Next Financial Aid Information Session: October 27, 2026
Deadline for 2027 Financial Aid Applications: November 13, 2026
 

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Financial Aid Eligibility

Financial Aid Applications are open to new Grade 8 - 10 students. Financial Aid eligibility is determined after the Financial Aid application is complete. To ensure a fair and objective process, an independent third party financial review partner assesses the financial circumstances of each applicant family and provides a recommendation to the Financial Aid Committee. These circumstances include, but are not limited to: income, assets, liabilities and discretionary spending. All submitted information remains strictly confidential, accessible only to the Financial Aid Committee and the YHS Foundation to determine eligibility and award amounts. We encourage families to carefully consider all personal financial planning options, making their child’s education a primary commitment, as they prepare their financial aid application.

Below are some example scenarios based on previous applications that might help you determine if you may qualify for Financial Aid. PLEASE NOTE: These scenarios and amounts do not guarantee a Financial Aid award should an applicant family meet these same criteria. Many different factors influence the Financial Aid amount as mentioned above. 

*For Financial Aid recipients, the acceptance fee is waived, and the percentage of tuition assistance also applies to support for program costs (trips, co-curriculars, etc.)

 

Scenario A - 80-90% Tuition Assistance
  • Gross Household Income: Under $150,000
  • Limited Assets and Investments
Scenario B - 50-70% Tuition Assistance
  • Gross Household Income: $150,000 - $200,000
  • Reasonable Assets and Investments
Scenario C - 20-30% Tuition Assistance
  • Gross Household Income: $220,000 - $250,000
  • Higher Level of Assets and Investments

 

 

Named Scholarships Available for 2026/27

Alum Association Scholarship
This endowment, established originally as a confidential bursary, has grown into a full scholarship. This scholarship is available to an alum’s relative who is a current or incoming Grade 8-10 student. The scholarship is renewable to Grade 12 and is based on the following: the display of spirit, desire to attend YHS, demonstration of respect for and appreciation of individual differences, evidence of good character, understanding of the responsibility to the global community, and demonstration of academic ability.
Chunk / Munk Family Partial Scholarship

This fund was established as an open endowment fund for the benefit of an incoming student entering Grade 8 who is financially would otherwise not be able to attend York House School. 
Founders Scholarship

The Founders Scholarship is awarded to a student entering Grade 8 to graduation who has demonstrated excellence in academic, co-curriculars, and citizenship. Preference may be given to a daughter of an alum.

YHS Foundation Trustees Scholarship

This fund was established to allow a student to attend YHS who financially would otherwise not be able to attend. In addition, the student must demonstrate excellence in academics, co-curriculars, and citizenship.

June Brown Cliff Scholarship

This scholarship fund is awarded to a student entering Grade 8 to graduation, based upon financial need, who desmonstrates a high level of excellence in all of her endeavours. 
Parents’ Association Tiger Scholarship 

Established in 2010 by a group of mothers of students from classes 2012, 2020, and 2023, this fund is to allow a student to attend York House School who financially would not otherwise be able to attend. The applicant must meet the admissions standards of York House School, demonstrate a strong academic ability and high standards of citizenship.

 

In addition to the named scholarships listed above, we have other financial aid opportunities provided by general financial aid funds. We encourage you to apply through our financial aid application.

Frequently Asked Questions 

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Who is eligible for financial aid?
Our third-party financial review partner assesses the financial circumstances of Grade 8 - 10 applicants applying for Financial Aid and makes a recommendation to the Financial Aid Committee. They consider factors like income, assets, and lifestyle expenses. All information is confidential—only the Financial Aid Committee and YHS Foundation have access to this information, and it is used to make an objective decision on each family’s eligibility and amount of financial aid. We ask that families prioritize their child’s educational expenses and explore all reasonable financial resources before applying for financial aid. 
Are all tuition and fees covered?
Financial Aid can support a significant percentage of tuition and other school program expenses. An unbiased and confidential analysis of your family’s financial need will determine your personalized support plan. For costs associated with additional curricular and co-curricular programs, activities, and excursions, you may receive up to the same percentage as your tuition assistance (maximum of 90% of total costs).
Is financial aid renewable every year?
If you’re receiving Financial Aid, your assistance will be reassessed and renewed yearly to meet your ongoing needs.
Where does funding come from?
Generous donations from YHS families, alums, and friends of the school to our named scholarships and general endowment funds make financial aid possible. The YHS Foundation carefully stewards these funds to maintain a sustainable source of support for our students.

 

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