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Affording MVS

The value of an MVS education is priceless. The returns are lifelong.

Our founders envisioned MVS as a school for every promising student in the Dayton area. We are committed to upholding that vision and making MVS affordable for families across our region. Tuition is flexible for K-12 students based on demonstrated need, and additional scholarships are available to reduce your cost even further. Dayton's best education is within your family's reach. Let us work with you to make this investment in your child.

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How does it work?

Flexible Tuition

MVS' flexible tuition program for K-12 students uses a platform called Clarity to help set each family's tuition obligation based on the financial information parents provide. MVS uses Clarity's calculations as a guide to making fair and balanced decisions about the net tuition amount that a family will be asked to pay. See below or click here for more information.

Ohio EdChoice

MVS will accept Ohio EdChoice scholarships beginning with the 2026-2027 school year. Every K-12 student living in Ohio, regardless of household income, is eligible for an Ohio EdChoice scholarship. Learn more about EdChoice at MVS' resource page here.

MVS Merit Scholarships

In addition to its robust flexible tuition program, MVS offers merit-based scholarships to middle and upper school admissions applicants. To apply for a scholarship, prospective students should submit an essay written without assistance by February 1 about the ways in which they expect to contribute to the MVS community. Essays should be sent to Anne Dettmer, Director of Enrollment Management, at anne.dettmer@miamivalleyschool.org. Merit scholarships run concurrently with any flexible tuition reductions received. Recipients retain their scholarships for as long as they are students in good standing at MVS.

Tuition FAQs

List of 7 frequently asked questions.

What is the tuition at MVS?

Many MVS families pay a flexible tuition amount based on their level of affordability. Full annual tuition for the 2025-26 school year for the prekindergarten grades ranges from $12,400 for the half day option (3 1/2 hours daily) in junior prekindergarten, to $15,900 for the full day prekindergarten program. K-12 full annual tuition ranges from $20,900 to $27,900 but families of students in grades K-12 pay a tuition amount that aligns with their financial capability.
What does flexible tuition look like at MVS?

More than half of MVS students receive tuition reductions. The goal of the program is to keep tuition from being a barrier to a student attending MVS. Find details below about how to apply for need-based flexible tuition for grades K-12. Give us a chance to make MVS work for you!
Is there a discount for having multiple children at MVS?

MVS offers an automatic reduction to families with 3 or more students at MVS not receiving any other tuition reductions.
Does MVS offer merit scholarships?

Scholarships are available to middle and upper school admissions applicants based on merit. To apply for a scholarship, applicants should submit an essay written without assistance by February 1 about the ways in which they expect to contribute to the MVS community. Essays should be sent to Anne Dettmer, Director of Enrollment Management, at anne.dettmer@miamivalleyschool.org. Merit scholarships run concurrently with any flexible tuition reductions received. Recipients retain their scholarships for as long as they are students in good standing at MVS.
Does MVS accept Ohio EdChoice scholarships?

Yes! MVS will begin accepting Ohio EdChoice scholarships for the 2026-2027 school year. Students in grades K-12 are eligible for an Ohio EdChoice scholarship that is in addition to any other tuition reductions received. For more information about EdChoice, see our resource page here.
Can I use funds from a 529 plan towards MVS tuition?

529 plan funds may be used to pay MVS K-12 tuition up to a certain amount per student per year. Please consult your tax advisor for details.
Are there any additional costs I might incur as an MVS parent?

The lunch program is billed through the business office to all students. Other costs may include after school programs, athletics, books and supplies, overnight trips, and Immersion term. Students in the middle and upper schools bring a laptop from home every day.

Tuition Payment Plans

List of 4 items.

Early Discounted Payment

For families of students not receiving any MVS tuition reductions, net tuition may be paid in full by April 1 with a 2% discount. The enrollment deposit is not discounted. This payment plan is not available for students at a reduced net tuition amount.
One-Time Payment

Tuition may be paid in full by June 30 with no additional fees.
Payment in Two Installments

Under this option, 50% of the net tuition is due by June 30, and the remaining 50% is due in December. This option requires the Tuition Refund Plan at a cost of about 1.7% of net tuition (may vary slightly from year to year) and a fee of 2.7% on the outstanding 50% balance, both included in the first payment.
Monthly Payment

This option allows tuition payment over a 10-month period (July through April). A fee of 4.5% of the net tuition applies and the Tuition Refund Plan is required at a cost of about 1.7% of net tuition. Fees are spread across the full payment period.

Learn more at one of this school year's Affording MVS online events with Anne Dettmer, Director of Enrollment Management:

Thursday, October 23, 2025, 6pm
Thursday, January 8, 2026, 6pm
Thursday, April 9, 2026, 6pm

Prospective parents, click here to register for an Affording MVS session!
Current MVS parents will receive the video call link directly.

Applying for flexible tuition

MVS uses a platform called Clarity to help assess families’ affordability when considering flexible tuition for students in grades K-12. Based on the financial information parents provide, Clarity calculates an estimated amount that a family can contribute towards tuition. MVS uses that calculation as a guide to making fair and balanced decisions about the net tuition amount that a family will be asked to pay.

Start the flexible tuition application process by clicking this link. Please refer to this page for answers to frequently asked questions about the financial application. Join Clarity for their Family Application Webinar on Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 8:30pm - register here.

Deadlines:

Returning families submit the flexible tuition application form by January 15 prior to each year for which flexible tuition is sought, and upload W-2s by February 1 to complete the application process.

Flexible tuition applications for prospective families should be submitted early in the admissions application process, no later than February 1 or the date the admissions file is complete if that’s later than February 1.

Apply early to ensure timely consideration.