When the Board of Trustees sets tuition for the coming school year, they take seriously the significant financial commitment, planning, and sacrifice a Francis Parker education requires of all our families. The Board of Trustees has approved the following tuition schedule for the 2026-27 school year:
2026-2027 Tuition Rates
| Preschool | Half-Day Tuition | Full-Day Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Day 2’s and 3’s (T, Th) | $7,700 | $10,300 |
| 3 Day 2’s and 3’s (M, W, F) | $10,000 | $13,700 |
| 5 Day 2’s, 3’s, and 4’s | $12,400 | $16,700 |
Note: Preschool half-day options are from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. and include snacks and lunch. Full-day options are from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and include snacks and lunch. Extended day options from 8:00 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. and up to 5:30 p.m. are also available. Please contact the Office of Admissions for more information.
| JK – High School | Tuition |
|---|---|
| Junior Kindergarten | $17,900 |
| Kindergarten | $21,400 |
| Lower School | $26,800 |
| Middle School | $29,900 |
| High School | $30,900 |
Fees & Charges
Additional expenses may be incurred during the school year. This is a list of estimated expenses by division that parents may budget for their child. Please note that this list may not be a complete list of all fees or additional expenses.
High School
Required Fees
Annual Wyvern Retreat
Text Books
Optional Fees
Athletic Uniforms
Parking Pass
Senior Graduation Fees
AP Exams
Family Association Annual Dues
The Learning Center
Lower and Middle School
Required Fees
Annual Wyvern Retreat
Optional Fees
After-School Enrichment/Learning Lounge
School Bus
Athletic Uniforms
Family Association Annual Dues
The Learning Center
Preschool
Optional Fees
Early Drop-Off or After-School Care
Family Association Annual Dues
The Learning Center – Speech or Occupational Therapy, billed through our partner FUNctional Therapy (insurance can be used)
- HIGH SCHOOL
High School
Required Fees
Annual Wyvern Retreat
Text BooksOptional Fees
Athletic Uniforms
Parking Pass
Senior Graduation Fees
AP Exams
Family Association Annual Dues
The Learning Center- LOWER AND MIDDLE SCHOOL
Lower and Middle School
Required Fees
Annual Wyvern Retreat
Optional Fees
After-School Enrichment/Learning Lounge
School Bus
Athletic Uniforms
Family Association Annual Dues
The Learning Center- PRESCHOOL
Preschool
Optional Fees
Early Drop-Off or After-School Care
Family Association Annual Dues
The Learning Center – Speech or Occupational Therapy, billed through our partner FUNctional Therapy (insurance can be used)
Payment Options
Francis Parker School of Louisville offers the following payment options for parents. The tuition balance is due by June 1, 2026, unless you elect to participate in the tuition payment plan. Francis Parker offers a 12-month payment plan option for tuition and related school fees.
Single Payment
Families wishing to pay their tuition in a single payment should submit the full amount due to the School by June 1, 2026. Francis Parker parents may submit their payment to the School by cash, check, or credit card (3% convenience fee for credit card payments) directly to the Business Office.
12-Month Plan
Families may opt for pre-authorization to automatically withdraw the balance owed in 12 equal monthly installments via ACH (Automated Clearing House). Payment plans begin June, 2026 and end May, 2027. A 5% service fee will be charged on the total cost of tuition and all associated fees, less the deposit. All monthly installments are required to be paid through FACTS Management. FACTS charges a $45 enrollment fee.
Tuition Refund Insurance
Francis Parker partners with A.W.G. Dewar to offer a Tuition Refund Plan, which is currently in use at over 1,200 leading independent schools and colleges. Your financial obligation to the School is for the full annual tuition as stated in your Enrollment Contract, regardless of if your student is forced to withdraw during the academic year. If your student withdraws, the Tuition Refund Plan will pay benefits (subject to the terms of the policy and the amount insured) to the school, which provides substantial assistance in meeting your financial obligation. The cost of Dewars Tuition Insurance is 1.5% of your tuition. Tuition Refund Insurance is required for all families paying tuition in the payment plan.
Financial Aid
We are committed to making a Francis Parker education accessible to all who are admitted. As part of the School’s ongoing commitment to access, affordability, and diversity, Francis Parker is pleased to offer a robust need-based financial aid program, with the goal of creating a truly diverse and inclusive student body.
The Priority Deadline for prospective and returning families to complete the FACTS Application for Financial Aid for the 2026-27 school year is December 19, 2025. Click here to submit your FACTS Financial Aid Application (our school code in FACTS is 726). Families who have met the Priority Deadline will be notified by February 6, 2026, with award details. Families are required to apply for financial aid each year. Additional financial aid may remain for late applicants, but awards cannot be guaranteed.
Scholarships
We are committed to making a Francis Parker education accessible to all who are admitted, and as such, over 40% of the student population receives some form of aid to attend. This commitment to diversity and scholarships makes us truly unique among other local, as well as national, Independent Schools. In providing tuition assistance to students and their families, our financial aid helps cultivate a student body that more accurately reflects the diversity of the Louisville community. This allows our students to learn to appreciate and work with people from a variety of religious, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds, which is critical to achieving our mission. Francis Parker offers both merit-based and need-based scholarships.