Admission

Financial Aid

Palmer Trinity School awards over $5.5 million dollars in need-based financial aid. The average grant is $24,000.

Need-based financial aid is awarded to deserving families that may need assistance in paying for tuition.

Palmer Trinity has chosen Clarity Tuition to conduct the financial need assessments for families interested in applying for Financial Aid. Based on the information provided, Clarity Tuition will evaluate and calculate an estimated amount that your family can contribute to educational expenses. The amount of this award is not applied to books, uniforms, transportation, or the tablet. While the school attempts to be equitable, the Financial Aid Committee must consider choices made by families in the acquisition of homes, boats, and cars, as well as “extras,” such as clubs and vacations. A Palmer Trinity education is a choice that a family makes. They understand that it is a financial commitment, and each family is expected to make a sacrifice. Palmer Trinity does not guarantee to meet 100% of need.

Financial Aid Applications for returning and new families will be available on September 1 at www.clarityschools.com.

Financial Aid Guidelines

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Returning Families
- Returning families must re-apply for financial aid from year to year. The deadline to apply is November 1, 2024.
- Returning students must have a 2.0 GPA in order to submit a financial aid application.
- Returning families must be up-to-date with their financial obligations to the school.
- Returning families will receive their award notification with their re-enrollment contract during the first week in January.
- Both parents must provide proof of full-time employment.
- Regardless of marital status, both parents must submit a financial aid application and the required documentation.
- Financial Aid is not awarded to foreign citizens who do not file US taxes.
New Families
- New families must complete their admission and financial aid application simultaneously. If you are applying Early Decision your deadline is November 1. If you are applying regular admission, your deadline is January 15.
- New families will receive their financial aid award with their admission notification.
- Both parents must provide proof of full-time employment.
- Regardless of marital status, both parents must submit a financial aid application and the required documentation.
- Financial Aid is not awarded to foreign citizens who do not file US taxes.

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Steps on Applying to Financial Aid

1. Go to Clarity Financial Aid Application
2. Create an account
3. Complete the application

Complete form 4506 (Request for Transcript from the IRS) This form will automatically upload your 1040 and populate information directly from the IRS into your application
If you own your own business, upload a copy of your 2023 corporate tax returns and all schedules directly to Clarity

4. If you are a new family applying under the regular admission deadline, you must upload your 2024 W2 forms for both parents. If unavailable, upload a copy of your last pay stub for 2024 by the deadline of January 15

5. The application fee for financial aid is $60.00

Please note:

The Clarity application typically takes less than 30 minutes to complete.
The Clarity Application is also mobile-friendly so you can complete it from anywhere.
You are able to save your progress and return at any time.
You can share your application with additional schools that accept the Clarity application for no additional charge. Simply use the dropdown menu in the application to select those schools.
If you need support during the process of completing your application, there is in-app support available as well as email support at support@clarityapp.com in both English and Spanish.
The application is also fully translated into Spanish.

Important dates for returning and new families:

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September 1, 2024

Financial Aid Application available to returning and new families.
November 1, 2024

Deadline for Early Decision applicants and Returning Students.
December 1, 2024

Financial Aid Notification for new families.
January 15, 2025

Deadline for Regular Admission to submit financial aid application.
March 1, 2025

Financial Aid Notification for Regular Admission families.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Who is Eligible to apply for Financial Aid?

Students entering grades 6-12 are eligible to apply.
Will I qualify to receive Financial Aid?

Financial Aid at Palmer Trinity School is need-based. Clarity will conduct an analysis of income versus expenses on each family that applies. They will provide Palmer Trinity School with an estimate on how much the family can afford to spend towards their child’s education. Financial Aid awards never cover 100% of tuition.
Will everyone know that my child is on financial aid if we do qualify and receive aid?

No. The Financial Aid process is a confidential one.
When do I apply for Financial Aid?

The application is available online at www.clarityschools.com September 1st.
Do I have to apply for Financial Aid every year?

Yes. Families must re-apply for Financial Aid every year using Clarity. The Financial Aid committee will re-evaluate your application to determine if the need remains.
Do you offer Scholarships?

No, we do not.
What is the difference between Scholarship and Financial Aid?

Scholarships are merit-based. Financial Aid is need-based.
What if the parents are divorced or separated?

Palmer Trinity will consider the assets and income of both natural parents. As a result, both natural parents must submit applications and tax returns. If either parent is remarried, we will consider the income/assets of the step-parent.
If my spouse is not working, will we still qualify to receive Financial Aid?

Both parents must show proof of employment. Such a decision is considered a lifestyle choice and will be a factor in determining financial need.
Are payment options available?

The school has a payment plan that allows families to divide the remaining balance over ten payments.
Can my child lose their financial aid award?

Students and their family sign an award agreement where they accept the award and understand that financial aid awards may be jeopardized in the event of poor scholastic performance (GPA below a 2.0), disciplinary problems, breach of confidentiality or failure to meet financial obligations.