Tuition and financial aid
Tuition and financial aid

Tuition and financial aid

Rancho Solano Preparatory School (RSPS) is a diverse community of students with individual interests, talents, and backgrounds. No qualified student should allow financial circumstances to deter them from applying to RSPS.

We are committed to providing opportunities to outstanding students who might otherwise be unable to attend Rancho.

Tuition and fees (2025–2026)

Find the right tuition pathway with clear, structured fee information across all programs. 

Pre-K tuition and fees 

K–12 tuition and fees 

Boarding tuition and fees 

International student day tuition and fees 

Tuition assistance and funding options

Rancho Solano offers a range of tuition support options to help make education accessible to all families. From need-based financial aid to state-supported and tax credit programs, families can explore the options that best suit their circumstances and plan with confidence.

Financial aid 

(Kindergarten–High School)

Families seeking need-based financial aid from Rancho Solano must complete our online application. The secure application and ensuing report of family need is provided by Financial Aid for School Tuition (FAST). This application process allows us to objectively award our limited financial aid.
 

Financial aid applications are accepted from November 1 to the end of January. After February 1, applications are reviewed on a case-by-case basis depending on qualifications and available funds. 

All financial aid awards are contingent on available funds. While Rancho Solano strives to meet all need-based requests, the total requested typically exceeds available funding. 

Once a completed application and fee are submitted, a report is sent to the Scholarship Committee indicating the recommended financial aid award. 

Requests for financial aid have no bearing on admissions decisions. 

Please note - once financial information is gathered, the application takes approximately 30–45 minutes to complete. 

For questions, please contact: 
Scott Salk, Chief Operating Officer 
ssalk@ranchosolano.com  | 480.646.8282 

Financial aid 

Arizona Private School Tax Credit Program

(Kindergarten–Grade 12)

Rancho Solano has partnered with Arizona Tuition Connection, a Student Tuition Organization (STO), for the private school tax credit program.
 

This program is available to all families regardless of income and can help cover a significant portion - or even all - of tuition costs. 

Applications and coaching session information are available at: 
https://arizonatuitionconnection.com  

Funding comes from tax credit donations from individuals and corporations. Donors receive a tax credit against their Arizona state taxes. 

Arizona Private School Tax Credit Program

Empowerment Scholarship Account

(Kindergarten–High School)

Empowerment Scholarship Accounts (ESAs) are taxpayer-supported vouchers that provide financial assistance for private school education. 

ESA funds may cover: 

  • Tuition
  • Textbooks
  • Tutoring  
  • Achievement tests  
  • Uniforms  
  • College entrance exams  
  • Transportation services  

Applications are submitted through the Arizona Department of Education (ADE). You only need to apply once, with annual renewal each June. 

Funds are distributed quarterly: 

  • July
  • October
  • January
  • April  

Important: 
You cannot receive STO scholarships and ESA funding in the same quarter. It is recommended to choose one option for the full academic year. 

Empowerment Scholarship Account
Turn your taxes into tuition support

Turn your taxes into tuition support

At no extra cost, you can help fund scholarships for Rancho Solano students. Arizona’s tax credit program allows you to redirect your state taxes to support student tuition. This contribution is eligible for a dollar-for-dollar tax credit against your Arizona state taxes - meaning the net cost to you may be zero.

Instead of paying that 
portion to the state, you can choose to support a child’s education at Rancho Solano.

Contribution limits:

  • $2,435 (married filing jointly)
  • $1,219 (single filers) 

How it works

01
Make a contribution before the tax deadline
02
Recommend Rancho Solano as the beneficiary
03
Claim the amount as a tax credit on your Arizona state taxes
04
Reduce what you owe or increase your refund
Scott Salk

We are proud of the community we have been building since 1954.

From Pre-K to 12th Grade, we offer students a safe, caring, and rigorous environment where they can excel and be successful. Learning should be fun and engaging, and we work every day to instill skills in our students to make them creative problem-solvers, independent thinkers, responsible, and respectful.

Scott Salk

Chief Operating Officer

Scott Salk

Chief Operating Officer

Scott Salk

Chief Operating Officer

FAQs

Yes, Rancho Solano offers need-based financial aid for students in Kindergarten through High School.

Families must complete the online application through Financial Aid for School Tuition (FAST).

Applications are accepted from November 1 to the end of January. After February 1, applications are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

No, financial aid requests have no impact on admissions decisions. 

Yes, there is a non-refundable fee of $53.

It is a program that allows individuals and corporations to contribute to student tuition through tax credit donations.

You can redirect a portion of your Arizona state taxes to support Rancho Solano students. The contribution is eligible for a dollar-for-dollar tax credit, which may reduce the amount of tax you owe or increase your refund.

No, as it is a tax credit, the net cost may be zero - you are choosing to allocate your state taxes toward student scholarships instead.

All families are eligible, regardless of income. 

Yes, contribution limits apply and may vary each year.

ESA is a state-supported program that provides funds to help cover private school education and related expenses.

Funds can be used for tuition, textbooks, tutoring, uniforms, testing, and other education-related expenses.

Funds are distributed quarterly in July, October, January, and April.

No, ESA and STO funding cannot be used in the same quarter. It is recommended to choose one option for the full academic year.

You can contact Scott Salk, Chief Operating Officer, at ssalk@ranchosolano.com or 480.646.8282.

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Discover how easy it is to join the Rancho Solano family. Our Admissions Team is here to guide you through every step, from exploring tuition options to navigating financial support, ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience for your child.

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