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Tuition at Holden

Experience the Holden Difference

Thank you for your interest in Holden High School. Our comprehensive approach to teaching nurtures students' emotional, social, and academic well-being.

2023 - 2024 Full-Time High School
Program Tuition

$38,000

Additional yearly fees:

Facility/field trip fee: $450 (All families).

Monthly tuition payment processing fee: $125 (Once per year).

Full-Time High School Program Tuition Includes:

  • Full academic program & electives
  • Extracurricular activities
  • Individual weekly one-on-one counseling sessions
  • Eight family counseling sessions
  • Monthly parent support meetings
  • College & transition counseling
  • Academic meetings

2022 - 2023 Full-Time High School
Program Tuition

$36,522

Additional yearly fees:

Facility/field trip fee: $435 (All families).

Monthly tuition payment processing fee: $125 (Once per year).

Full-Time High School Program Tuition Includes:

  • Full academic program & electives
  • Extracurricular activities
  • Individual weekly one-on-one counseling sessions
  • Eight family counseling sessions
  • Monthly parent support meetings
  • College & transition counseling
  • Academic meetings

2022 - 2023 Part-Time High School
Program Tuition and Fees

  • Two days of elective classes held on the Holden campus
  • Works best for independent study and homeschool students who want to add flexible non-academic courses to their transcripts
  • Sample course subjects: art, music, film, cooking, hiking, yoga, and similar elective subjects
  • $1,015 per month
  • Two or more academic classes offered on the Holden campus
  • Works best for independent study or home school students who want to take academic classes in a supportive campus environment
  • Sample course subjects: mathematics, sciences, history, english, and similar academic subjects
  • Fees begin at $1,095 per month

Tuition Reduction at Holden

Part of the mission of Holden High School is a commitment to a student-centered approach that honors who students are and focuses on their academic, social, emotional, and creative needs. Our Tuition Reduction Program allows us to provide this education to a diverse population of students regardless of a family’s economic circumstances.

Approximately 40% of enrolled students receive some amount of tuition reduction, with awards ranging from 5% to 60% of tuition. This assistance is intended as a supplement to family resources and is provided to families who have demonstrated financial need.

The school follows the guidelines for the evaluation of financial needs established by the School and Student Services for Financial Aid (SSS). SSS is a service of the National Association of Independent Schools. For instructions on how to apply for Tuition Reduction, please click on the links below:

Partial scholarships are funded by individual donors who want to help defray the costs of tuition for families who demonstrate financial need.

Scholarships are awarded yearly to students who demonstrate academic promise and financial need. Successful scholarship recipients can be awarded scholarships for their entire high school career. Priority for scholarship funding goes to currently enrolled students.

For more information, please email Kristin Lamoureux, Director of Admissions, at Kristinl@holdenhigh.org

CLICK HERE to access information detailing how to apply for financial aid for the 2023-2024 school year.

CLICK HERE to access the 2023-2024 Tuition Reduction Letter for NEW families.

CLICK HERE to access the 2023 – 2024 Tuition Reduction Letter for RETURNING families.

CLICK HERE to access the 2023-2024 Parent’s Financial Aid Statement Workbook/Instructions

CLICK HERE to access the 2023-2024 Financial Aid Tax Primer

CLICK HERE to access the 2023-2024 Financial Aid Tax Primer for SELF EMPLOYED parents.

The tuition amount for the 2023-24 school year will be determined by the Holden Board of Trustees in November 2022.

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Testimonials

changing lives since 1969

"Holden has helped me feel confident enough to open up and share my ideas and opinions. I plan to enroll in community college to study aviation and graphic design."
Corey
CoreyHolden Graduate
"The Transition Counselors at Holden have helped me organize my path to college. It's been very productive. This fall I'll attend Sacramento Community College."
Jack
JackHolden Graduate
"Holden supports but doesn't coddle. It pushes me to be my best. I have to earn my privileges through things like community service and clean-up crew that prepare me for life outside of school."
Ari
AriHolden Student
"Graduating from Holden is bitter-sweet. I'll miss the close-knit feeling of being in such a small community. I'm excited to start at Prescott College to study Wilderness Leadership."
Zayla
ZaylaHolden Graduate
"My favorite Holden memory was our school field trip to Kennedy Park. After my gap year, I'll attend the College of Alameda and take a mechanics class."
Walter
WalterHolden Graduate
"I didn't do well in traditional schools because my ADHD means I learn differently. Holden gave me lots of support to pursue my passion for engineering and science."
Gabe
GabeHolden Graduate
"I am forever grateful. This school not only saved my life, but gave me a safe place to explore, grow, and heal."


Krystal
KrystalHolden Graduate
"Holden is a real community. Everyone belongs. I love the freedom I have to express myself. I feel respected here."


Kayla
KaylaHolden Graduate
"Before Holden, I struggled in crowded public school classrooms with teachers who could not support a student with ADHD. I've grown so much at Holden"

Carlo
CarloHolden Alumnus
"Holden gave me a better understanding of myself and how I affect the world around me. It gave me direction, and guided my creativity"

Elliot "Oden"
Elliot "Oden"Holden Graduate
"I am so grateful to work in a school with a collaborative staff that truly respects and supports each individual student."


Abby
AbbyHolden Director
"Holden helped me learn to really enjoy life and express my feelings. Holden helped me through a lot of dark times and I'm forever thankful."

Beatrice
BeatriceHolden Graduate
“I have matured in ways that wouldn’t have been possible without the community at Holden.”


Brandon
BrandonHolden Graduate
"Holden is a community. We check in with each other, teach and learn from one another, and help each other succeed. I love working here!"

Libby
LibbyHolden Teacher
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