Tuition & Financial Aid
Invest in More Than an Education
Valley Christian offers outstanding academic and extra-curricular programs for students, retains an exceptional faculty and staff, and manages two beautiful campus locations with excellent facilities. We balance this with our desire to make a Valley Christian education as affordable as possible and accessible to any family who desires to be a part of our community, while also not compromising our opportunities and programs. We strongly believe that no family should feel like they’re sacrificing any aspect of their child’s education in order to attend a Christian school. VCS tuition and financial aid are an investment – one that pays off in achievement, preparation, spiritual formation, lifelong community, and impact across the world.
In the state of Arizona, families are blessed to benefit from multiple tuition assistance options, including School Tuition Organizations (STOs) and Empowerment Scholarship Accounts (ESAs). Between these options and others, every VCS family should be able to cover between 40-100% of their out-of-pocket tuition costs. And we are intent on helping families identify the best tuition assistance option for them.
At Valley Christian Schools, we believe the STO and ESA programs are a tremendous opportunity to fund the education of future culture changers for Christ. The long-standing state tax credit program allows no limit in the amount of funds raised and used for tuition.
2025-2026 Tuition
2025-2026 Tuition
2025-26 Annual Tuition
(Before Financial Aid)
Special Education (V.I.N.E.) Support & Tuition
Can be paid for through STO funds.
V.I.N.E. (Valley’s Individual Needs Enhancement) fees are charged on a 10-month cycle to match the number of months in classes.
Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) are developed for each student enrolled in the V.I.N.E. Program, based on their unique individual needs, in order to provide the support that will help them become confident, competent, and successful learners. V.I.N.E. tuition is in addition to the school’s base tuition.
High School Support
- Up to 3 V.I.N.E. classes – $450 per month additional tuition ($4,500/year)
- Each additional V.I.N.E. class – $100 per month additional tuition ($1,000/year)
- Accommodation Plans: $525 one-time fee for students not already enrolled in V.I.N.E.
K-8 Support
- Includes V.I.N.E. content classes, where available, and access to V.I.N.E. teachers including our interventionist – $300 per month additional tuition ($3,000/year)
Third Party Tutoring
- VCS partners with several third-party vendors to allow on campus tutoring for needs like dyslexia. The rates for these services will vary depending on what is being offered. For most of these services, families will pay the vendor directly. For families with STO awards in excess of their tuition, tutoring can be paid for through STO funds.
Learn How You Can Save 40-100% on Your Student’s Tuition
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Move Forward with One of These Financial Aid Options
Move Forward with One of These Financial Aid Options
Tax Credit Programs
Individual Tax Credit Programs
The individual tax credit program is facilitated by STOs (School Tuition Organizations) and has no restriction on the amount raised toward tuition. Valley Christian’s preferred STO is ACSTO (Arizona Christian School Tuition Organization). Once you apply with ACSTO and are enrolled in a Christian school, you immediately qualify for STO funds. That said, a majority of funds disbursed to families are funds that come with a “recommendation” for your student(s). It does take some work in asking friends and family to participate – but it is well worth the effort!
Corporate Tax Credit Programs
Corporate tax credit programs are also facilitated by STOs. Families who meet the criteria and apply to the STOs that participate in this program are eligible to receive these scholarships. There are two corporate tax credit programs:
- LOW-INCOME CORPORATE PROGRAM
This program aids students of low to modest income families by helping them afford to attend a private school of their choice. - DISABLED/DISPLACED PROGRAM
This program awards students who have been identified as having a disability, or students who currently are or have ever been in the Arizona foster care system.
While School Choice Arizona is our preferred partner STO, we recommend that families apply through many corporate STOs if they meet the criteria, as they each do their best to raise as much money through this program as possible.
Empowerment Scholarship Accounts (ESA)
The Universal ESA program (H.B. 2853) expands educational opportunities outside the public school system for eligible students. This program provides public funding that can be used for a wide variety of educational expenses, including private school tuition, educational therapies, tutoring, and more. This bill expanded the ESA program to all students in Arizona. The only current requirement is that the student lives in Arizona; there are no income, testing, or other requirements.
Additional Financial Aid Options
Additional Financial Aid Options
VCS Endowment Scholarships
Endowment scholarships are available for current VCS students.
Internal Financial Aid
Courtesy Discounts
Valley Christian Schools offers a number of internal courtesy discounts for pastors, VCS alumni, and more.
Additional Policies
Tuition is intended to include nearly everything needed to provide a quality education for each student. To learn more about fees or optional programs that incur an additional cost, please select the button below.
Connect with an Admissions Manager Today!
Connect with an Admissions Manager Today!
Mikayla Marshall
Admissions Manager, K-8 Emphasis
[email protected]
(480) 752-8993 x1207
Damon Sterling
Admissions Manager, High School Emphasis
[email protected]
(480) 705-8888 x210