Tuition


A Socratic School of STEM education is an investment in your learner’s future — academically, personally, and practically. We are committed to delivering an excellent educational experience and to keeping our tuition policies clear and predictable for families.
Full-time and Part-Time tuition is billed over a 10-month academic calendar. Below you’ll find tuition structures by division, along with the key details that support enrollment planning, including payment options, important dates, and policies.
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Full-Time K-12 Tuition at a Glance
Annual tuition by grade band. Monthly payment plans are available.
| Studio (Grades) | Annual Tuition |
|---|---|
Founders Studio — Lower Elementary (Grades K-2) |
$15,000 |
Inventors Studio — Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5) |
$16,000 |
Innovators Studio — Middle School (Grades 6-8) |
$17,000 |
Scholars Studio — High School (Grades 9-12) |
$18,000 |
Part-Time K-12 Tuition at a Glance
| Studio (Grades) | Annual Tuition |
|---|---|
Founders Studio — Lower Elementary (Grades K-2) |
$10,000 |
Inventors Studio — Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5) |
$11,000 |
Innovators Studio — Middle School (Grades 6-8) |
$12,000 |
Scholars Studio — High School (Grades 9-12) |
$13,000 |
Pre-K Tuition Options, Deposits, & Fees
| Pre-K Option | Monthly Tuition | Enrollment Deposit |
|---|---|---|
Half-Day — 4 Days |
$900 / month |
$900 |
Half-Day — 5 Days |
$950 / month |
$950 |
Full-Day — 4 Days |
$1,100 / month |
$1,100 |
Full-Day — 5 Days |
$1,200 / month |
$1,200 |
Extended Day — 4 Days |
$1,300 / month |
$1,300 |
Extended Day — 5 Days |
$1,400 / month |
$1,400 |
Additional Pre-K Fees |
|
| One-Time Pre-K Registration Fee | $100 |
| Annual Pre-K Supply Fee | $300 / year |
Pre-K enrollment deposits are non-refundable once paid, secure the student’s space, and may be applied toward the final month of Pre-K tuition if the student remains enrolled and the family remains in good financial standing.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
SSS offers need-based financial aid to support mission-aligned families, and we encourage families to begin the process early. We also encourage eligible families to apply early for the NC Opportunity Scholarship (we expect SSS to appear as an eligible school by Fall 2026, pending approvals). In addition, SSS plans to offer limited merit-based scholarships for academically gifted learners with a demonstrated passion for STEM.

