2008/2009 Financial Information

Processing Fee is due with the Student Application and the Statement of Cooperation Agreement Form.

Processing fee for all new students: $250.00 and is non-refundable.

The Book and Activity Fee: $250.00 is due upon acceptance and is non-refundable.

The Book and Activity Fee includes the use of all text books and novels, annual testing, administrative services, field trips, technology, art supplies, student periodicals (e.g., Weekly Reader, God's World, and Current Science), and the Parent/Student Handbook. This fee does not include the K5 or middle school graduation fee or the yearbook.

Tuition: Tuition is a set yearly rate payable monthly beginning July 1, 2008 through April 1, 2009. Tuition invoices are posted to the monthly statement which is mailed by the 4th day of the month. All families are required to participate in our direct debit program. Tuition and monthly fees are debited from the parent's bank account on the 10th, 20th, or the 29th of the month. The date choice is at the parent's discretion.

We offer financial aid for families in need of assistance. All financial aid applications must be received by May 1, 2008 for consideration for the 2008-2009 school year. To request an application, please call the finance office at (301) 725-4673.

Tuition Refund Policy: Tuition is a yearly amount. Refunds are based on remaining full quarters of the school year. If the student is enrolled in school for any portion of a quarter, tuition for that quarter will not be refunded.

Bethel Christian Academy has three (3) payment plans:

Tuition Plan 1

Full tuition for the year paid on or before July 1, 2008. Any parent choosing this plan receives a 5% discount.

Tuition Plan 2

Two (2) payments during the year, the first due on or before July 1, 2008 and the second December 1, 2008.

Tuition Plan 3

Ten (10) monthly payments of equal amount. Payable July - April by direct debit.

Payments for tuition, Extended Care, hot lunch, etc., may be paid with one check. Please make note in the memo section of your check or attach a note

Entrance Exam Schedule 2008

Due to BCA's rigorous academic program, prospective students must pass an entrance exam prior to the enrollment interview.

2008 Testing Dates

Entering 3rd Grade
12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
2/5, 3/6, 4/15, & 5/13

Entering 4th through 8th Grade
12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
1/8, 2/12, 3/11, 4/22, & 5/20

1st and 2nd grade students are evaluated individually by appointment.