Tuition Assistance Information

  • Ilan Ramon Day School is deeply committed to making a Jewish education accessible to as many families as possible. We approach this commitment with respect for each family’s circumstances and with the utmost confidentiality in the tuition assistance process. Thanks to the philanthropic support of our community and donors who have made long-term commitments to affordability, Ilan Ramon is able to provide tuition assistance for our Elementary School (K-5) program.

  • 1. Tuition and Fees

    Elementary School tuition for the 2025–26 school year is $26,985.

    Additional fees include:
    • Class Fee: $500/child
    • Facility Fee: $250/child
    • Parent Organization Fee: $100/child
    • Security Fee: $1,500/family

    2. Independent Assessment

    Ilan Ramon Day School uses FACTS Grant and Aid Management, an independent and nationally recognized tool, to ensure a fair and consistent evaluation of financial need. This tool ensures that our process for establishing need adheres to nationally established standards of best practice.

    3. Application Process

    Families must apply for tuition assistance online through FACTS. Awards are granted for one year at a time. Families must reapply annually. Awards are based on demonstrated need and submission of updated applications and tax documents.

    4. Confidentiality

    We treat all information from FACTS, along with every family’s tuition assistance request and award, with the utmost confidentiality.  Applications and supporting materials are completed and submitted online via the FACTS Grant and Aid portal.

    5. Role of FACTS Grant and Aid Management

    FACTS Grant and Aid Management does not decide tuition assistance awards. It provides an objective report recommending what a family may reasonably contribute. A confidential Tuition Assistance Committee reviews the objective report and each application. The Committee evaluates each request, taking into account the family’s other children (ages, schools they attend), additional dependents, all sources of income, priority of spending, debts, and expenses. If the Tuition Assistance Committee requires clarification, the family will be contacted directly.

    6. Deadlines

    • Returning families: Friday, December 12, 2025

    • New families: Friday, January 30, 2026

    • Applications received after these deadlines will not be considered for tuition assistance awards.

    7. Required Documentation

    Families must submit the following documentation online:

    • 2024 Federal and State Tax Return (Form 1040, with all schedules)

    • 2024 W-2s or 1099s

    • 2024 Corporate Return and/or K-1 (if applicable)

    Awards will be based on this data and reflected in enrollment contracts.

    8. Admissions and Assistance

    The tuition assistance application process occurs at the same time as application for admissions. However, the decisions to accept and to award assistance are separate.

    9. Returning Families and Prior Year Financial Obligations

    All tuition assistance awards are contingent upon payment in full of the prior year’s financial obligations to Ilan Ramon Day School.

    10. Divorced/Separated Parents

    In the case of divorced or separated parents, both parents (regardless of court ordered custody or support) must submit applications on FACTS Grant and Aid Management and provide all documentation.

    Ilan Ramon Day School cannot be bound by the assertion that one parent has disclaimed responsibility for educational expenses. If a custodial parent has remarried, the Tuition Assistance Committee will consider commingled assets.

  • 1. Complete the online tuition assistance application by the deadline:

    • Returning families: December 12, 2025

      Continuing families access the application through the FACTS Family Portal.

    • New families: January 30, 2026

      New families access the application by clicking on this link:

      FACTS Application for New Students Only

    2. The application process is self-guided and allows you to save and return as needed.

    3. Pay the nonrefundable FACTS Grant and Aid application fee of $45 online.

    4. Tuition assistance is available only for students enrolled in kindergarten through 5th grade. Early Childhood families are not eligible for aid.

    5. Keep copies of all submitted materials for your records.

    6. Upload complete 2024 tax returns (Form 1040 with all schedules), 2024 W-2s/1099s, 2024 corporate returns,  and 2024 K-1s directly to FACTS Grant and Aid Management.

    7. Questions may be directed to:
    Mila August, Director of Finance and Operations
    Phone: 818-707-2365
    Email: maugust@ilanramon.org

  • 1. When do I apply?
    The tuition assistance application opens November 20, 2025. Deadlines are December 12, 2025 (returning families) and January 30, 2026 (new families).

    2. What documents are required?

    • 2024 Federal and State Tax Return (Form 1040, with all schedules)

    • 2024 W-2s or 1099s

    • 2024 Corporate Return and/or K-1 (if applicable)

    3. How do I know if I qualify?
    Families should first assess their own ability to meet tuition obligations. If all available financial resources are insufficient, then the family may qualify for assistance.

    4. Do I have to reapply each year?
    Yes. Assistance awards are granted annually based on current demonstrated need. If a family's financial need differs from the prior year, assistance may be adjusted accordingly.

    5. Does tuition increase each year?
    The Board of Directors sets tuition and fees each November for the following year. The Board is committed to minimizing tuition increases while maintaining the high quality of our educational programs. 

    6. When will I know the decision?
    Returning families will receive the tuition assistance award decisions in January. Applicant families will receive their admission decision in March and the award decision will be included with the admission decision package.