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Paying for Your Education

How much is online tuition at Smart Schools?

At Smart Schools, we are committed to providing quality education at an affordable price.

The cost to attend Smart Schools will depend on eligibility for financial aid, often based on the student’s age and location. We encourage our students to follow our enrollment pathway to learn about funding options available to them.

Our goal is to help reduce the financial strain on each of our online students.

Regardless of your situation, you can expect:

  • Affordable tuition rates that are lower than those of similar schools or programs for online students
  • No additional or surprise fees — everything is included in your tuition
  • Freedom to cancel anytime — no long-term contracts

Our online learning model gives students the flexibility to work at their own pace while offering financial assistance to those who qualify. Whether you’re a full-time student, a part-time student, or looking to complete your high school diploma, we provide an affordable pathway to success.

International enrollments: some students may need to pay an additional fee for transfer credit evaluations from their home country.

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Tuition breakdown

At Smart Schools, you’re not just paying for online classes—you’re investing in an academic program designed to help you succeed. With our program, students enjoy more options, flexibility, and lower costs compared to many other online courses or high school diploma programs.

Your monthly tuition payment includes:

  • 24/7 program access with unlimited course completions
  • A dedicated academic advisor
  • Support from highly qualified instructors 
  • Access to Tutor.com
  • College and career counseling

What do we mean by unlimited coursework?

At Smart Schools, you pay by the month, not by the course.

  • We use your prior records and transcripts to create a custom learning plan for you to follow.
  • Since our online program is self-paced and asynchronous, you can progress through your coursework as quickly as you’d like.
  • Each month you pay tuition, there’s no limit to the number of courses you can complete. If you work faster, you’ll pay less and graduate sooner!

There are no other fees? Really?

Yes, really!

Your monthly tuition covers everything. Even graduation expenses are covered if you choose to participate!

What form of financial aid is available?

Smart Schools is approved to accept funding from various state programs and education savings accounts (ESAs).

Many Smart Schools students receive funding support in the form of a state ESA or a state-funded diploma program. You can learn more about these options or begin an enrollment to learn if you may be eligible.

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Tuition Policy

As a private school and 501(c)(3) educational organization, Smart Schools does not receive funding from taxpayer dollars or state education budgets. Instead, students pay tuition for the services provided, including:

  • Educational program access 
  • Teacher assistance
  • Tutoring
  • Advisor support
  • Administrative support 

Upon enrollment, students must set up their online tuition payment using a valid credit or debit card. Payments are automatically deducted each month until the student either graduates or cancels their enrollment. Your enrollment is not complete until a valid tuition payment method is established.

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