Tuition, Fees, and Refund Policy

School Year: August – May

Abba Academy Microschool, operating under the authority of Christian Outreach Ministry and Education, provides a small, personalized, faith-centered learning environment. Tuition covers instructional costs, curriculum resources, classroom materials, and standard enrichment activities.

Tuition (Annually)

Full-Time Enrollment: $6,000-$9,000 per student
Part-Time/Hybrid Enrollment: $5,500-$6,500 per student
Tuition is based on a 10-month academic year, August-May.

Fees
(All fees are non-refundable unless otherwise stated)
Application Fee: $50 (due at application)
Field Trips & Special Activities: Billed separately as offered

Payment Options
Families may choose one of the following:

  • Annual Payment: Due August 1
  • Semester Payments: Due August 1 and January 5
  • Monthly Payments: 10 equal payments (August–May) Payments are due on the 1st of each month. A $25 late fee applies after a 5-day grace period.
  • Arkansas Education Freedom Account (Classwallet)
  • Texas Education Freedom Account (Odyssey Marketplace)


Discounts
Sibling Discount: 10% off tuition for each additional full-time student

Refund & Withdrawal Policy

  • Before First Day of School: Full tuition refund (excluding application fees)
  • 30 Days After Classes Begin: 80% of tuition refunded
  • Within 60 Days After Classes Begin: 50% of tuition refunded
  • More than 60 Days After Classes Begin: No tuition refunds* (EFA exceptions)

Compliance Notice
Abba Academy Microschool operates as a private, faith-based microschool and is not a public school, public charter school, or homeschool umbrella program.

Abba Academy currently participates (as applicable) in the Education Freedom Account (EFA/ESA) program and complies with applicable participation requirements, including but not limited to:

  • Maintaining private educational status and accreditation 
  • Conducting required background checks for instructional staff
  • Administering or facilitating a nationally norm-referenced assessment, as required
  • Complying with nondiscrimination provisions applicable to participating schools


Families using EFA/ESA funds acknowledge that:

  • EFA/ESA funds are parent-directed, not guaranteed by the school
  • Parents are responsible for meeting all state deadlines, documentation, and compliance requirements
  • Any tuition or fees not covered by EFA/ESA funding remain the family’s responsibility

Participation in the EFA/ESA program does not alter Abba Academy instructional model, faith-based mission, curriculum, or promotion standards.


Financial Hardship
Families experiencing unexpected financial hardship are encouraged to contact administration. Payment arrangements may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Enrollment Agreement
Enrollment at Abba Academy constitutes acceptance of all tuition, fee, refund, and microschool policies, as well as acknowledgment of the EFA parent responsibilities, where applicable.