Financial Assistance
Affording pathfinder
Choosing an independent school is an important investment in your child’s future, and we are committed to partnering with families to make a Pathfinder education accessible. Our financial assistance is need-based and tailored to each family’s unique circumstances.
We do not determine admission eligibility based on a family’s request for financial aid. Financial aid grants vary in amount and are based on demonstrated need through the School and Student Services (SSS) application process. To guide families through the process, we provide clear deadlines and steps below, with awards determined annually.
Financial Aid & Enrollment Timeline
February 2 – Financial aid application portal opens.
February 20 – Families indicate in the Enrollment Module that they intend to enroll and plan to apply for financial aid by the deadline.
March 15 – Financial aid application deadline.
March 23 – Enrollment contracts with awards included are released in TADS and emailed to families.
April 6 – Deadline to accept the financial aid award, sign the contract, and pay the $500 enrollment deposit.
Financial Aid Application Process
The Pathfinder School partners with School & Student Services (SSS) for the Financial Aid Application Process.
School and Student Services Family Resource Center
2026-27 How to Apply For Financial Aid
2026-27 Financial Aid Workbook
For questions, please contact Karline Jensen- kjensen@thepathfinderschool.org