Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Brentwood School’s 2007-2008 tuition? Hide
K-6: $22,500
7-12: $26,200- What charges are not included in the price of tuition? Hide
Tuition does not include a variety of incidental goods and services that may be provided to students including (but not limited to): Grades K – 6: Uniforms, overnight trips (grades 4-6), optional bus service, and meals.
Grades 7-12: Books, optional bus service, field trips, retreats, bookstore items, meals, and some athletic trips. What are the ways that families can afford a Brentwood School education?- Payment plan
- Need-based financial aid
- Low interest third-party loans
- Support from grandparents and other family members
- What sort of financial aid is available? Hide
Each year, Brentwood School offers need-based financial aid to make its educational experience accessible to qualified students, regardless of their socio-economic background. To receive information about financial aid, please contact Zita Hernandez at 310.889.2653 or zhernandez@bwscampus.com.
- Who can apply for financial aid? Hide
Students in grades Kindergarten through 12 are eligible for financial aid.
- Does financial aid cover other school expenses? Hide
Yes. Financial aid assistance is provided for approved school expenses such as books, school supplies, retreat fees, and the transportation program. The reimbursement of approved expenses is calculated based on a progressive schedule that is tied to the financial aid award percentage. Download detailed reimbursement guidelines. [link to pdf]
- Does Brentwood School give merit-based scholarships? Hide
No. Brentwood School offers only need-based financial aid. The School’s financial aid is designed to supplement family resources to allow the enrollment of qualified students who would not have been able to do so without the school's financial assistance.
- Are athletic scholarships available? Hide
No. Brentwood School does not offer athletic scholarships.
- Are decisions regarding admission and financial aid related? Hide
No. The admission and financial aid processes are administered in separate offices; therefore, all admission decisions are made without regard for financial need.
- Is my financial aid information confidential? Hide
Yes. All submitted financial aid information is confidential; only members of the Financial Aid Committee have access.
- Must I repay this award? Hide
No. A financial aid award is a grant, not a loan.
- How does the school determine financial need? Hide
The School’s Financial Aid Committee is comprised of six employees with representation from the Upper, Middle, and Lower Divisions. The Committee considers numerous factors in determining need, such as the Parents’ Financial Statement (PFS), income tax returns, W-2’s, K-1’s, business tax returns, supplemental information provided by the family, and short-term extenuating circumstances.
- How much financial aid may I expect to receive? Hide
Financial circumstances vary and every situation is unique. Given the many variables that affect an award decision, it is impossible to accurately predict a family's contribution based solely on family income.
- Is financial aid renewable each year? Hide
Families must reapply each year for financial aid, and as long as a family qualifies for financial aid (as demonstrated by annual aid applications), the school will continue to provide financial assistance. Adjustments for tuition increases and changes in a family’s financial picture will be made if justified by the family’s application.
- I am not sure if our family will qualify for financial aid. Is it worth applying? Hide
Since many factors enter into the determination of financial aid, it is usually best to apply. Families who question whether they would qualify for aid should feel free to consult Donald Winter, the Assistant Head of School, Operations.
- How do I apply for financial aid? Hide
Click here or fill out and mail the “Request for Financial Aid” form inside the admissions application. You will receive a copy of the Brentwood School financial aid application as well as the Parents' Financial Statement (PFS). The PFS is administered by the School and Student Service (SSS) and may be completed online. Our own application asks for different information and gives you the opportunity to explain special circumstances more fully. The application packet explains in detail other documentation, such as tax returns, that must accompany the application. All documents are strictly confidential. Files of students who are not admitted are destroyed immediately after admission decisions are made.
- What is the deadline for application? Hide
The deadline to request a financial aid application packet is January 10. There are several deadlines up until March 1. Please review the deadline schedule found in the financial aid application packet.
- What do I do if my family can't afford the SSS fee? Hide
Please contact Zita Hernandez via email or at 310.889.2653 to determine whether you qualify for a few waiver.
- What if parents are divorced or separated? Hide
In the case of a divorce or separation, the School requires both parents to file an application for Parents’ Financial Statement (PFS) to SSS (for the custodial parent) and to the school (for noncustodial parent). In addition, the school requires both the custodial and the noncustodial parent to submit a complete financial aid application. Please contact Zita Hernandez via email or at 310.889.2653 if you require an additional financial aid packet. The award process cannot be completed without full information from both parents.
- I already have a full-pay child at the school but do not have the resources to pay for a younger sibling. What do I do? Hide
Fill out the online financial aid request or contact Zita Hernandez at 310.889.2653 to request an application packet by mail.
- What if I have children at other tuition-charging schools? Hide
All information regarding children in other tuition-charging schools should be included on the application paperwork and will be considered when determining a financial aid award.
- When would I be notified of my award? Hide
New applicants for admission will be notified with your acceptance letter.
- What if I have additional questions about tuition or financial aid? Hide
Contact Zita Hernandez via email or at 310.889.2653.
