Tuition & Fees
- Tuition
- Comprehensive Tuition
- 2026-27 Tuition Letter
- Payment Plans
- Legacy Growth Fee
- Tuition Refund Plan
- Florida Private School Scholarship Program (SUFS)
Tuition
2026-2027 Tuition
St. John’s Episcopal School strives to maintain a reasonable rate of tuition to allow as many children as possible in the Tampa area to attain the gift of a transformative education without the requirement of inordinate financial cost. St. John’s comprehensive tuition provides parents what very few private schools do: a clear, detailed and transparent representation of the most accurate cost of enrolling a child, as well as a more convenient way to manage that investment.
| GRADE | 2026-'27 TUITION | 2026-'27 STEP UP AWARD AMOUNT* | TOTAL TUITION AFTER STEP UP* |
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| K(4) | $19,225 | Not Eligible | $19,225 |
| K(5)-Grade 3 | $21,195 | $8,304 | $12,891 |
| Grades 4-8 | $21,195 | $7,716 | $13,479 |
*Some families have already applied and been awarded 2026-27 amounts. Please note that these are still tentative amounts and will be finalized by the State on or around July 1. Should changes be made they would be reflected in your SUFS portal
Application Fee (PROSPECTIVE FAMILIES)
$100
Tuition Deposit (NEW FAMILIES)
15% of tuition
Legacy Growth Fee
$750* (annually for first 4 years of enrollment)
The Legacy Growth Fee total ($3,000) is assessed only once per family, irrespective of the number of children a parent(s) has attending the School.
*Subject to change
At St. John's, we believe that affordability starts with comprehensive tuition, which supports essential school programs, and a robust financial aid program to meet a family's additional needs. Comprehensive, variable tuition helps us fulfill our mission by increasing socioeconomic diversity in our school community. We believe that economic diversity enriches our community, fosters inclusion, and enhances the educational and social-emotional experience for children as well as adults.
Optional Tuition Refund Plan through Dewar's INSURANCE
$614.66
No family should hesitate to apply for admission because of their inability to pay the entire cost. St. John's is committed to making quality education accessible to all students, regardless of their financial circumstances. Please visit the Tuition Assistance tab for details.
Comprehensive Tuition
What is Comprehensive Tuition?
St. John’s comprehensive tuition provides parents what very few private schools do: a clear, detailed and transparent representation of the most accurate cost of enrolling a child, as well as a more convenient way to manage that investment. By doing so, we further differentiate St. John’s from our peer schools and continue to demonstrate it is possible for parents to provide their children the gift of a transformative education without the requirement of inordinate financial cost.
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Why does St. John’s use this model?
The practice of publishing a tuition figure that does not include supplementary expenses that typically accompany enrollment is common to independent schools. Not at St. John’s. Transparency matters, and we believe all independent school parents should from the outset have a clear understanding of what they will be expected to pay for the full cost of enrolling their child, including any required or optional expenses beyond published tuition.
How is Comprehensive Tuition good for families?
The benefits to parents include the following:
- No ‘nickels and dimes’
We do not want to ‘nickel and dime’ parents – the practice of repeatedly asking you to pay additional expenses throughout the school year and on top of tuition. Simply put, each child will continue to enjoy an unparalleled educational program, activities and offerings, with parents not required to pay supplementary fees (that typically run into hundreds of dollars over the course of the year).
- Even greater financial and educational value for families
By incorporating activities and events that are at the heart of each child’s core experience into comprehensive tuition rather than charging piecemeal, we are able to provide additional cost savings to families.
- Ease of financial management for parents
The comprehensive tuition model provides greater ease of financial management for parents by requiring far fewer separate payments, with every family continuing to enjoy outstanding value.
2026-27 Tuition Letter
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Dear St. John’s Families,
At its core, the tuition you pay supports people. The largest portion of every tuition dollar goes directly to our faculty and staff. These talented professionals who know your children well are deeply committed to their intellectual, spiritual, and emotional growth. Tuition will also fund three new positions that further enhance the student and family experience: Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Additional School Counselor, and the Step Up For Students Scholarship Compliance Officer. Here is a general overview of how each tuition dollar is spent:
Every tuition dollar fuels your child’s journey today while also securing our community’s vibrant future. This isn't just about a building or a budget; it’s about our shared promise to provide an extraordinary environment where every student can thrive, now and for years to come. Please look for a separate communication tomorrow from the Admissions Office regarding the school’s perpetual enrollment policy. Warm regards, Alex Walter, P '26 and '29 Chair, Board of Trustees |
Payment Plans
Payment Plans
St. John's offers tuition payment and installment plans to suit family preferences and needs. For new families, a non-refundable enrollment deposit of $1,000 per child is applied to the following year's tuition. For returning families, there is no re-enrollment fee.
St. John's offers the following tuition payment plans:
- Full payment on or before May 1st of the school year,
- Semi-annual plan on July 5th or 20th and January 5th or 20th,
- Ten monthly installments, July 5th or 20th–April 5th or 20th, paid through automatic withdrawal (ACH) or credit card.
Click here for the 2026-'27 fee schedule.
Contact Erin Blessing, eblessing@stjohnseagles.org, Director of Finance and Operations, with questions.
Legacy Growth Fee
A Legacy Growth Fee of $750.00/year over four (4) years for a total of $3,000.00 will be assessed to all parents or guardians enrolling a first new child in the School in K(4)-Grade 4.
A Legacy Growth Fee of $500.00/year for each year a child is enrolled in the Middle Division will be assessed to all parents or guardians enrolling a first new child in the School in Grades 5-8.
The Legacy Growth Fee is assessed only once, irrespective of the number of children a parent(s) has attending the School. The fee can be paid annually or monthly at the option of the parent or guardian.
Tuition Refund Plan
Consider the Dewar Tuition Refund Plan to Protect Your Investment in Tuition
While not currently required, we do strongly encourage all school families to purchase the Dewar Tuition Refund Plan. The School offers this insurance opportunity to help families protect their investment in their child(ren)'s tuition. When students are withdrawn or dismissed from school for covered reasons, the plan refunds a portion of the unused annual tuition and insured fees.
Because the School’s expenses do not diminish when a student leaves after the enrollment agreement is in effect, St. John’s policy is to enforce the financial terms of the agreement. Purchasing this insurance from Dewar can help you offset the cost of fulfilling the enrollment agreement.
Contact Erin Blessing, eblessing@stjohnseagles.org, Director of Finance and Operations, with questions.
Florida Private School Scholarship Program (SUFS)
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