Tuition & Financial Aid
The Value of a Sage Ridge Education
Investing in a Sage Ridge education is an investment in your child's future. As Northern Nevada’s only nonsectarian, independent school, Sage Ridge provides an exceptional learning environment that challenges and inspires students to reach their full potential—academically, socially, and personally.
TUITION
What You Get for the Cost of Tuition
The cost of a Sage Ridge education is in line with the tuition of other top-ranked, nationally recognized independent schools. While tuition is an important consideration, what truly matters is the unparalleled value it provides:
- Academic Excellence – Small class sizes, expert faculty, and a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum for ages 8-18 that ensures students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills that set them apart.
- Whole-Child Development – Beyond academics, we cultivate character, leadership, and curiosity, preparing students to become confident, capable citizens.
- Robust Opportunities – From award-winning arts and athletics to STEM programs and only at Sage Ridge programs like Outdoor Education and Sage Sessions, students have access to a breadth of experiences that shape well-rounded individuals.
- Proven Outcomes – Sage Ridge graduates attend top colleges and universities across the country, equipped with the skills and mindset to thrive in higher education and beyond.
A Smart Investment in Your Child’s Future
When compared to peer private, independent schools with similar rankings and recognitions from Niche and AP Platinum Honors, Sage Ridge tuition delivers an extraordinary return on investment. Our graduates consistently achieve academic and personal success, distinguishing themselves as thoughtful leaders and engaged citizens.
Discover how a Sage Ridge education can power your child’s future.
2025-2026 Tuition
| Grade Level | Tuition |
|---|---|
| Grade 3 | $19,000 |
| Grade 4 | $23,300 |
| Grade 5 | $25,150 |
| Grades 6-12 | $25,350 |
Estimated Fees for 2025-2026
Did You Know?
According to the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) data and analysis for school leadership research, the average tuition and fees for day schools is $32,251 per year.
Affording a Sage Ridge Education
To ensure no qualified student is deterred by financial circumstances from applying to Sage Ridge, we offer payment options, scholarships and the opportunity to apply for financial aid.
Payment Options
Tuition payments can be made in installments or upfront. Payments by installment are managed by Blackbaud Tuition Management and families who opt for installments are required to purchase tuition insurance. Tuition insurance is available to all families.
Sage Ridge Scholars
Sage Ridge Scholars are high-achieving, mission-appropriate students from socioeconomically diverse backgrounds who apply to the Sage Ridge Scholars program in grade 8 and are awarded a full scholarship for grades 9-12. To inquire further about this opportunity and apply, contact the Head of School.
Financial Aid
Sage Ridge School is committed to being an inclusive community with a student body that reflects a broad economic and social mix with a diversity of interests, talents, backgrounds, and levels of involvement beyond the classroom.
In determining need, the guidelines of Blackbaud Financial Aid Management, an organization used by independent schools nationwide, are followed. Families who miss the deadlines for the financial aid application, or who do not return the re-enrollment contract with the deposit by the specified deadline, risk losing their award.
It is important to note that admissions decisions and financial aid awards are decided separately and that all financial aid information is strictly confidential. To apply for financial aid, complete the application online by logging into Blackbaud Financial Aid Management. Prospective families will need to create a Blackbaud account and should apply for admissions simultaneously.
When applying for financial aid through Blackbaud Tuition Management, there is a $35 application fee per family. To ensure you are only charged once if requesting aid for multiple students, please select "applying for aid" under the "school status" section of the financial aid application. The Blackbaud Financial Aid Management financial aid application must be completed each year that financial aid is requested. A $35 application fee per family applies to each annual application.
Financial aid is awarded as funds allow on a first come, first served basis. Acceptance at Sage Ridge School does not guarantee financial aid. Financial aid is not available for international students.
External Scholarships
Explore this list of Nevada-based scholarships to help parents support their children’s educational journey, available through registered scholarship grant organizations.
Injured Police Officers Fund
Minddie Lloyd, Project Director: nvheroeslf@gmail.com
Chelsea Stuenkel, President: info@ipof.vegas
9330 W. Lake Mead Blvd. #130
Las Vegas, NV 89134
Silver State Scholarships
scholarships@silverstatescholarships.org
Michele Morgan-Devore, Executive Director
Alicia Vaszil, Scholarship Director
