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Applications for the 2024-2025 school year are now closed.
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If you are interested in exploring for the 2025-2026 school year, applications and tour sign-ups will become available on September 1 through the Ravenna online application system.
Affording Evergreen
An Investment in Your Child's Future
At Evergreen, we know that quality education is essential to unlocking a child’s potential. We also know that committed, caring teachers lay the foundation for all that is to come. That is why:
> We provide academic rigor and social and emotional learning in equal measure;
> We nurture respect and empathy for others, offering a global perspective that prepares students for the rich diversity of experience within and beyond our classroom walls;
> We offer small class sizes and differentiated instruction;
> We value creative exploration and critical thinking, and we encourage risk-taking and learning from mistakes.
Tuition
Evergreen tuition is inclusive. That means our tuition covers, with no added fees:
- school books and materials,
- classroom supplies,
- laptops or other devices (varies by grade),
- field trips,
- overnight camp experiences (varies by grade),
- the 8th grade Global Studies Trip: our capstone four-week deep-dive exploration of an international destination, such as Vietnam or Peru.
2024-2025:
| Preschool | $29,000 |
| PreK-Grade 5 | $38,600 |
| Middle School (Grades 6-7) | $41,300 |
| Middle School (Grade 8) | $43,650 |
Extracurricular programs such as extended day childcare, and after-school enrichment classes, and athletics are offered for an additional fee, as is an optional lunch program. Families receiving financial aid as a discount to tuition are also eligible to receive the same percentage off the cost of extracurricular activities and extended care.
Payment Options: We offer three payment plan options for tuition: one payment, four payments, or ten payments. For all new students, tuition refund plan (TRP) insurance is required.
Office of Enrollment Management
Johnpaul McLean
Director of Enrollment Management
Director of Enrollment Management
Emma Goldner-de Beer
Associate Director of Enrollment Management
Associate Director of Enrollment Management
Ryan Kerrick
Enrollment Management Operations Assistant
Enrollment Management Operations Assistant
Contact Us
[email protected]
206-957-1523
Se ofrece servicio de interpretación en español. Si requiere asistencia en español, no dude en contactar a Ryan Kerrick: [email protected]
Key Dates 2023-2024
September 1: Applications Open
October 21: Open House
(advance registration required)
January 11: Application Deadline
February 1: Financial Aid Deadline
March 22: Decisions Released
March 29: Contract and Deposit Due
Office Hours
Monday to Friday,
8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
We believe a diverse community of learners enhances the educational experience for all.
Financial Aid
Overview
This year, Evergreen awarded $1.38 million in financial assistance, supporting 12% of our student body and covering an average of 66% of tuition. Every family's situation is different. If you feel that your family cannot afford to pay the full cost of tuition, consider applying for financial aid.
In addition, families who receive financial aid covering 95% or more of tuition also receive funds to cover any additional expenses at school, including back-to-school supplies, school pictures, book fair purchases, tickets to optional family outings such as Mariners games or ice skating.
Financial Aid Application Deadline: February 1, 2024
Applications must be complete and received by the deadline to ensure full consideration.
How We Determine Financial Aid
Our Financial Aid Committee utilizes SSS (School and Student Services) and financial documentation such as W-2s, tax returns, etc. to determine a family's ability to contribute towards educational expenses. If a family qualifies for aid, an award is determined by the Financial Aid Committee.
How to Apply
- We use SSS for financial aid applications. Click at right to begin.
- All families receiving aid must re-apply each year, by submitting the online Parent Financial Statement to SSS.
- You only need to complete one application per family, even if you have several children at Evergreen.
- The Evergreen School requires each application for financial aid (for the 2024-2025 school year) to be supported by the household's 2022 federal tax return. (Follow the instructions at the end of the SSS application to upload forms as PDF documents.)
Financial Aid FAQ
Who is eligible?
Families with students enrolling in preschool through 8th grade may apply.
What are some of the factors in making a financial aid decision?
In addition to each family's overall financial picture, the Financial Aid Committee takes into account the amount of aid available in a given year's budget and the number of families applying for aid.
Factors considered include:
- Tax returns (2022 returns, when applying for the 2024-2025 school year) and W-2 forms.
- Retirement contributions in excess of 5% of gross income will be counted as non-taxable income.
- Equity in any residences will be counted as an asset.
- Tuition at other schools: If there are siblings in other independent schools (in prekindergarten through 12th grade), tuition paid at the other schools will be considered in determining the family's contribution.
- Non-working parent/guardian: Private education is a family commitment requiring the contributions of all parents/guardians. When all children in the household are in kindergarten or above, income will be imputed for a non-working parent/guardian at the level of Washington State minimum wage in calculating the family's gross income. The Financial Aid Committee may waive this imputation if there is disability involved of either the non-working parent/guardian or of a household member requiring a custodial role.
- Income and disclosure: Parents/guardians are expected to provide full disclosure of all assets and income sources when completing the financial aid application. These resources include funds from relatives or friends, limited partnerships, assets of a closely held corporation, or any other income-producing enterprise. The Evergreen School considers parent/guardian signatures on the SSS form and the financial aid notification letter to signify full disclosure of all financial resources. Lack of full disclosure may result in the invalidation and withdrawal of a financial aid award.
What about separated or divorced parents/guardians?
For separated or divorced families, both parents/guardians must submit applications. It is The Evergreen School's position that separated or divorced parents/guardians are obligated to contribute to the educational expenses of their child(ren), regardless of the terms stipulated in any existing legal agreements. If either parent has remarried, we will also consider the assets of the step-parent(s), keeping in mind the financial obligations the step-parent(s) may have to other legal dependents.
We calculate financial aid awards based on what SSS and our own process review determine each family can afford. In some instances this may be an amount less than a court's decision in a divorce settlement; in others, more. The Financial Aid Committee will consider the assets of both natural parents/guardians, if living, before making any award, and cannot be held by the assertion that one parent has disclaimed responsibility for educational expenses.
When are financial aid decisions made?
- For students currently attending The Evergreen School, award notifications are sent in mid-February for the following school year.
- For students newly admitted to The Evergreen School, award notifications will be sent with the applicant’s acceptance letter (in mid-March).
Should I apply for financial aid?
Each family's financial circumstances are unique. Since there are many factors that determine financial aid eligibility, it is important to complete the full financial aid application process if you are interested in financial aid.
If you have questions specific to your family's finances, do not hesitate to contact our CFO Duncan Linn at [email protected].
Can current families not receiving aid apply for the following year?
We expect that families who join The Evergreen School paying full tuition will continue to do so. However, when unexpected circumstances lead to a significant change in income, families are welcome to apply for aid and encouraged to contact our CFO Duncan Linn directly: [email protected].
Do I have to reapply for financial aid each year?
Yes. Each year a family must reapply for financial aid by the stated deadlines in order for a new award to be considered.
Can I appeal for an adjustment to the amount of aid awarded?
If you are concerned that the amount of aid you've been awarded is insufficient, you may contact CFO Duncan Linn at [email protected] to discuss the steps of the appeals process. You may be asked to submit additional documentation demonstrating why the award will not make it possible for you to enroll your child(ren) at Evergreen. While all appeals will be considered and reviewed by the Financial Aid Commitee, awards will not necessarily be adjusted.
How can I get help with the SSS Parent Financial Statement online form?
- If you need assistance in completing the online form, please contact SSS at 800.344.8328.
- For help with any other part of the financial aid process, please contact [email protected].
Questions about financial aid?Contact [email protected]
