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Financial Investment for Your Future: GAP Year at SOAR Tuition & What It Covers

Choosing the GAP Year at SOAR means more than just an adventure — it’s a full immersion into personal growth, independence, and learning. On this page, you’ll find all the details about program cost, what your tuition includes, and how we support families as participants navigate this unique year.

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GAP Year Tuition

Tuition includes Room & Board, Academic Materials and Curriculum Fees, and Overhead and Program Costs. No hidden fees here!

Your tuition covers the essentials of your GAP Year experience: housing, meals, gear for expeditions, instruction, and all the infrastructure that makes our program possible.

$63,000 | Tuition ’26-27 Room and Board
Participants cover personal gear, travel, and a few additional expenses.

$350 Refundable damage deposit
Limited financial assistance may be available — contact admissions for details.

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How Your Tuition Payment Works: Clear Steps, Transparent Costs

Application & Enrollment Fees

When submitting your application, you’ll be asked to pay a $100 non-refundable application fee.

Once accepted, families have two weeks to secure their spot with a $2,000 non-refundable enrollment deposit, which goes directly toward the tuition balance.

Secure Your Spot with an Enrollment Deposit

To make planning easy, tuition is split into two installments:

July 15th — Minimum 50% of full-year tuition due for the Fall Semester
November 15th — Remaining 50% due for the Spring Semester

If acceptance occurs after one of these deadlines, tuition is due within two weeks of acceptance.

Payment Policies

Payment information must be submitted during the application process and is kept on file to cover tuition and any additional expenses throughout the year. Families who choose to pay the full year’s tuition by July 15th receive a $1,000 discount.

Please note: program services cannot begin until full tuition AND a $350 refundable damage deposit are received.

Important Family Guidelines: Tuition Refunds, Gear Responsibility, and Student Funds

Refund
Policy

In the event a participant withdraws before the start of the program, SOAR’s refund policy applies. Families should review their acceptance documents carefully to understand how much refund is available, depending on the timing.

Respecting
Equipment

During expeditions, SOAR provides much of the necessary gear. If any equipment is damaged due to misuse or neglect, participants (or their families) may be responsible for repair or replacement costs.

Spending
Money

Students are asked to arrive with access to a debit account containing $1,000 total ($500 for fall and $500 for spring).

This money is used throughout the year for real-life budgeting practice—helping them learn how to plan, spend responsibly, and manage personal expenses with confidence.

Financial FAQs:
Understanding Additional Costs and Payment Options

Didn’t Find What You’re Looking for?

We’re here to help! Please contact us, and our team will be glad to answer any additional questions.

Are there additional costs?

Your student may incur additional expenses. This includes prescription medication costs if your child gets sick, additional airline expenses for traveling to or returning home from the program, all clothing and equipment necessary to participate, a technology fee, and a $1,200 per year debit account set-up for your student’s spending money.

What types of payments does SOAR accept?

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Is financial assistance or scholarships available?

Can we pay tuition in more than one installment?

Ready To Take The First Step?

Deciding on the right path for your child isn’t easy. You want a program that truly understands their needs, builds their confidence, and gives them the tools to thrive. We’re here to help!

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