Finances
Work Opportunities
Ozark Adventist Academy knows that the cost of a Christian education can seem overwhelming. Regardless of your financial situation we will make every effort to make an education from Ozark possible. There must be a balanced financial plan for the current school year and the account must be kept current. Parents are responsible for any variation in the budget listed in the financial agreement. The account must be paid before a diploma or transcript will be issued.
The account for the applicant or applicant’s siblings for previous years at Ozark Adventist Academy must be paid before the student may enter school for the current school year.
Ozark Adventist Academy has a work program in a variety of areas. Students may make up to $2000 during the school year. Again, if you have the desire for your student to attend Ozark, please give us a chance to design a monthly payment plan to fit your budget. If you have any questions or would like to arrange to visit the academy, please call (479) 736-2221.
Discounts & Financial Aid
Early Down Payment Discount
There will be a 3% discount on Down Payments (actual amount paid) received by July 15. Payments made by credit card or Pay Pal will not receive this discount.
Financial Aid
All families who request financial aid are required to complete the financial aid application. Please be sure to return the application with the requested information (copies of signed income tax forms, etc.). The application cannot be processed until all the information has been received. Limited funds are available and based on eligibility.
Matching Scholarship Plan
Frequently a student’s home church will participate by financially sponsoring him or her. Ozark will match the church’s contributions up to $750 for dorm students and $500 for village students for the school year. For those students residing in Arkansas and Louisiana the Conference will also match the church’s contributions up to $750 for dorm students and $500 for village students. These contributions should be made to Ozark Academy by October 1st.
Pathways Scholarship Program
Ozark Adventist Academy is proud to be a partner school with the Commonweal Foundation’s Pathways Program. First time students with the greatest financial need predicated by pre-set criteria are eligible if criteria are continually met. All students under this plan are required to work. Scholarships are renewable up to four years. More Information.
Work Sponsorship Program
Students can increase their hourly wage by recruiting their own work sponsors. Sponsors contribute either a flat monthly amount or an hourly amount.
Tuition & Fees 2010-2011
Tuition
Our flat rate covers tuition, full room and meals for boarding students, entrance fee, one instrument rental, lab fees, recreation fee, student accident insurance, workers’ compensation insurance, class dues, textbook rental, and noon meal on school days for village students.
Regular Boarding Student: $14,180
Regular Day Student: $8,670
$1860 is due by registration day for each dorm student. $1230 is due by registration for all village students. Of these amounts, $300 is a non-refundable entrance fee. The remainder will be billed in 8 equal amounts September through April. OAA is willing to make an individualized payment plan if some parents need to extend the number of monthly payments past April or are unable to pay the full amount by due at registration.
Payment Methods
There are two methods of payment for your child’s education at OAA. We will assist you to determine which method of payment would be best for you.
- The first method of payment is payment in full. A 3% discount will be awarded for paying a school year in advance (2% for a semester). Payments made by credit card or Pay Pal will not receive this discount.
- The second method of payment is to enroll with Smart Tuition for monthly Automated Payments (ACH).
Additional Fees
Depending on the student’s interests and classes, some additional expenses can be expected. They may include:
| Private Music Lessons | As arranged with teacher. | ||||||||||
| Doctor's Fees & Prescriptions | Charged direct to parent by provider. | ||||||||||
| Music Apparel | $85 - $180 depending on cost. | ||||||||||
| Private Dorm Room | $100/mo. (Students receiving financial aid are not eligible for a private room.) | ||||||||||
| Day Student to Stay in Dorm | $10/night. | ||||||||||
| Athletic Uniform | $85 - $180 depending on cost. | ||||||||||
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| Touring organizations may have other fees depending on uniforms, clinic,s and other special tours. | |||||||||||
Medical expenses and any transportation charges (home leave charges) that have not been paid will be automatically withdrawn with your next Smart Tuition payment, in addition to your regular payment plan amount.
International Students
OAA is happy to welcome international students who are interested in a Christian education and who understand the unique mission of our school; however, we have a limited number of places open to international students. Refunds are only permitted for serious illness when it is the attending physician’s opinion that the student should return home. Refunds are not available for other reasons, including disciplinary withdrawals.
Ozark Adventist Academy requires that all international students pay the total school fees before an acceptance letter for a student visa may be issued. International students are not eligible for discounts or student aid. English language assessment testing may be required of students in order to determine proper placement in classes. Early payment discounts do not apply.
Additional Questions
Contact the Business Office
Phone: (479) 736-2221 or Fax: (479) 736-2224
For more detailed information see the Student Handbook.
Downloadable Forms
Student Handbook
Student Financial Aid Form
Matching Application Form
Work Sponsorship Form
Work Permit Application for a Minor*
Form W-4
Form I-9
*The work permit application needs to be sent to the academy along with a copy of the birth certificate. Do not send to the state of Arkansas.