Financial Aid

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2014 Seniors

We believe that every student deserves the opportunity to reach their potential. That is why we strive to make The Leelanau School affordable to any family who feels that it is the right fit for their child. Our goal is to help close the gap between the cost of the school and what a family can afford.

FINANCIAL AID PROCESS

In order to be considered for financial assistance, families must submit a financial aid application.

The Leelanau School financial aid program is designed to make a Leelanau School education possible for all families based on demonstrated financial need and the availability of funds. The Leelanau School is proud to use the Clarity Application to determine a family’s level of financial need based on the information that families share in the application which includes assets, income, expenses, and debts.

Application

Start the Application

To get started, please go to the **Clarity Application** and create an account. The 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 also able to save your progress and return at any time. At the end of the application, there is a $60 fee to submit, and 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.

Help

If you need support during the process of completing your application, there is in-app support available through the “Help” button in the bottom left of the screen, as well as email and phone support at support@clarityapp.com or 206-210-3752, in both English and Spanish. The application itself is also fully translated into Spanish.

Timeline

Financial Aid, Rolling Decisions & Entry Points

When to submit Financial Aid application:

For families interested in submitting a financial aid application, you will be able to apply online after March 17, 2025

Rolling Decisions & Entry Points:

Each school year traditionally starts in early September and ends in early June. We welcome applications year-round and work individually with families to construct a submission timeline that works best for them. While we release admission decisions on a rolling/on-going basis, students are admitted to traditional entry points. Examples at Leelanau:

Start of School Year, First Semester | Fall Term, September
Mid-Year | Winter Term, January
Second Semester | Spring Term, late February
With exception, we may accommodate other entry points. Please contact Brian Chatterley to explore

We encourage families to inquire and promptly submit all application materials to ensure consideration for admission to the desired entry term. Although we have a rolling admission policy, enrollment may be limited by availability in specific grades or residential options.

CONTACT

Connect with Brian Chatterley, Director of Admission, any time:

Schedule to Meet: Click Here
Email: admissions@leelanau.org
Phone: 231-334-5826

Non-Discrimination Policy

The Leelanau School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, height, weight, marital status, or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law, in its programs and activities.