Our Commitment to Accessibility
UCDS is committed to sustaining an inclusive educational environment, accessible to all families interested in a UCDS education. Through the leadership of our Board of Trustees, and with funds made available by our endowment, UCDS provides financial support to help with tuition, after school programs, and other classroom-related expenses.
$1,409,021
2026-2027 Total Tuition Assistance Awarded
1 out of 6
students received financial support
Watch to learn more about Tuition Assistance at UCDS
Tuition
Tuition is determined annually by the Board of Trustees. The 2026-2027 school year full-day tuition is $43,875. Field trips, overnights, and special programs create added costs for a family over the school year. Financial assistance is available for both required curricular events and optional after-school programs.
Tuition Assistance
Applying for tuition assistance and applying for admissions at UCDS are two separate processes. Admissions decisions are need-blind meaning tuition assistance applications are processed and reviewed solely by our Business Office. Awards for new families are granted after admissions decisions are made.
How Do I Apply for Tuition Assistance?
Submit an online application with Clarity by February 12, 2027. If applications are submitted late or with incomplete information, families may receive a lesser award for which they might be eligible.
To get started, go to Clarity and create an account. The Clarity application is mobile-friendly, typically takes less than 30 minutes to complete, and you are able to save your progress and return at any time.
For 2027-2028 school year applications, Clarity will automatically pull your 2025 tax return and any supporting documents including W-2s and 1099s. The UCDS Tuition Assistance Committee may also ask for additional documents as needed.
You may also provide a narrative with additional information you want to call to the attention of the UCDS Tuition Assistance Committee. The narrative can be included with your Clarity application or it can be sent directly to the UCDS Tuition Assistance Committee (tuitionassistance@ucds.org).
Tuition Assistance by Family Income
Based on COLA adjusted net income
Tuition Assistance Decisions
Final decisions by the UCDS Tuition Assistance Committee will be based on the most recent completed and verified tax year’s data. If the most recent year’s documents are unavailable before the deadline, a tentative award may be made based on the previous available tax data. This award will be contingent upon receipt of the most recent tax year’s data and may fluctuate according to changes in your financial situation.
Families new to UCDS will be notified of their tuition assistance award decision when they receive their enrollment contract. Current UCDS families will be notified of their tuition assistance award decision when they receive their re-enrollment contract.
Jill Eagle, Tuition Assistance Specialist
Here to Help
Whether you're just getting started or have questions along the way, please feel free to reach out. My goal is to make this as smooth as possible for your family, so don’t hesitate to contact me for guidance or help with your application. Click the arrow to email tuitionassistance@ucds.org.
Clarity Assistance
The following videos provide helpful guidance for completing your application:
- How to Add an Additional Student Applicant
- How to Add Another School After Submitting Application
- How to Edit Student Data After Submitting Application
- How to Open & View a Communication in Clarity
Clarity Family Support Contact Information:
Find in-app support through the “Help” button in the lower left corner, or contact support@clarityapp.com or 206-210-3752.
Standard Hours (April-September):
Monday-Friday, 5:00 am to 5:00 pm PT
Extended Peak Hours (October-March):
Email & Chat Support
Monday-Friday, 5:00 am to 8:00 pm PT
Saturday and Sunday, 6:00 am to 2:00 pm PT
Phone Support
Monday-Friday, 5:00 am to 8:00 pm PT
Saturday, 6:00 am to 2:00 pm PT
At UCDS, we strive to build personal connections with families, so please don’t hesitate to call or email. For any questions about tuition assistance at UCDS, Clarity, or any financing options, please contact Jill Eagle (jille@ucds.org) or the Tuition Assistance Committee (tuitionassistance@ucds.org).