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TUITION MADE AFFORDABLE. EDUCATION THAT'S PRICELESS.

At Sinai Akiba Academy, we believe children deserve innovative instruction, opportunities for growth and a living link to traditions stretching back thousands of years. Through generous tuition assistance, we put it all within reach, partnering with over 20 percent of families to turn state-of-the-art, soulful learning into a reality. We understand the challenges of paying for private education, but we also know the benefits that Sinai Akiba can bring. Because we value Jewish learning, we make it an exceptional value – designing tuition that’s affordable for an education that’s priceless.
 
We encourage you to review our tuition assistance program, designed to help make it possible for qualified families to attend our incredible school. 

Making a Sinai Akiba Education Accessible

•Approximately $2.1 Million in Tuition Assistance in 2023-24
 
• 22% of Students Received Tuition Assistance in 2023-24

2025-2026 Tuition & Fees

Kindergarten-8th Grade

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  • $37,115

    Kindergarten - 5th Grade.
    Hours: 8 a.m. - 3:20 p.m.
    (additional fees may apply, dependent upon payment plan)

  • $41,245

    6th - 8th Grade.
    Hours: 8 a.m. - 3:20 p.m.
    (additional fees may apply, dependent upon payment plan)

    *Early Fridays during daylight savings: 2:20 p.m.

ADDITIONAL FEES

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  • $1,500

    One-Time New Student Fee

  • $180

    Parent Association Fee

  • $300

    Toddlers Security Fee

  • $450

    2s -8th Grade Security Fee

Aftercare

We offer an Aftercare program for twos-8th graders. More information is shared directly with SAA families.


Douglas Family ECC

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  • $16,790

    Toddler 5-Day.
    Hours: 9 - 11:45 a.m.
    (additional fees may apply, dependent upon payment plan)

  • $18,990

    2s - 3s 
    Hours: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
    (additional fees may apply, dependent upon payment plan)

  • $28,500

    PreK - Full Day
    Hours: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
    (additional fees may apply, dependent upon payment plan)

    *Early Fridays during daylight savings: 2 p.m.

ECC: Add on

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  • $2,155

    Early Care.
    Hours: 8 - 9 a.m.
    ($1,615 for ECC families with K-8 Students enrolled at SAA)

  • $4,935

    3-Day Full Day (2s & 3s only)
    Hours: 12 - 3 p.m.

  • $6,450

    4-Day Full Day (2s & 3s only)
    Hours: 12 - 3 p.m.

  • $7,930

    5-Day Full Day (2s & 3s only)
    Hours: 12 - 3 p.m.

    *Early Fridays during daylight savings: 2 p.m.

Temple Membership

Sinai Temple membership is required for all families enrolling in the ECC through 8th Grade. For more information, please contact Rebeka Small, Temple Operations Manager, at rsmall@sinaitemple.org. 

How to Apply for Tuition Assistance

2026-27 Application

Through our tuition assistance program, Sinai Akiba Academy is able to welcome and support a diverse group of qualified students, including those who would not otherwise be able to attend our school. The availability of our tuition assistance program is largely dependent on our annual budget and the generosity of donors in our community.
 
We recently partnered with Clarity to determine a family's level of financial need based on the information that families share in the application, which includes assets, income, expenses, and debts.

To get started, please create a Clarity account and begin the application. The application typically takes less than 30 minutes to complete, is mobile-friendly, and can be completed on any device. You can save your progress and return anytime. There is a $65 submission fee at the end of the application.

  • Current Families:
    Please submit your Clarity Application (including relevant supplemental documents) by December 1, 2025.
     
  • New Families:
    Please submit your Clarity Application (including relevant supplemental documents) by February 6, 2026.
Divorced, separated, or never-married parents living apart must submit a separate tuition assistance application for each household.

Once you submit your Clarity Application, including authorizations, your 2024 W-2s and 1040 tax documents will be pulled directly from the IRS as part of your financial aid application.

Important Note: Shareholders in an S-Corp or a partner in a Partnership will need to upload their Schedule K-1, 1120S and/or Form 1065 for all businesses listed on your Schedule E part 2.

If you need assistance while completing your application, you can find in-app support by clicking the "Help" button located in the bottom left corner of the screen. You can also email support@clarityapp.com or by phone at (206) 210-3752. If you have any additional questions, please contact Alisa Evans, our Tuition Assistance Manager, at aevans@sinaiakiba.org.

Tuition Assistance cannot be guaranteed unless all information is received on or before the stated deadlines. Late applications will be accepted but may result in limited available funds. We strongly encourage you to apply by the deadlines.  Please note that we limit the amount of aid we grant in the Douglas Family ECC, and we do not offer aid in the Toddlers and 2s programs.

Important Dates

September 1, 2025
Application available

October 16, 2025 at 7 p.m.
Tuition assistance webinar 

December 1, 2025
Application deadline for returning families
 
February 6, 2026
Application deadline for new families

Questions?

If you have questions regarding your application or about submitting your forms to SSS, you can visit the SSS resources page or contact them directly at 800-344-8328.

Frequently Asked Questions

List of 7 frequently asked questions.

  • Q. When will I be notified of my Tuition Assistance grant?

    Families will be notified of their Tuition Assistance grant at the time of re-enrollment for our existing families and our new families will be notified at the time of admissions offers are delivered.

  • Q. Should I apply for Tuition Assistance?

    As you consider the cost of an SAA education, there are a number of factors to think about. Temple membership is required in addition to overnight trips (grades 4-8), optional after-school programs and activities, and financial support of the School (Sinai Akiba Fund). Many families also reach out to grandparents and other family members for additional assistance when appropriate.

  • Q. How is Tuition Assistance determined?

    We use Clarity to help determine what a family can contribute toward tuition. Families complete the SSS application form online. The application form is then reviewed by SSS and provides the school with a general recommendation on a family’s ability to pay for education. The Tuition Assistance Committee uses the assessment as a guide in allocating grants. Other factors are also used when determining the financial need of a family such as the number of children in tuition-charging schools, all sources of income, savings, investments, assets, and debts.

  • Q. How are Tuition Assistance applications handled in separated, divorced, remarried, or cohabitants households?

    We consider all available sources of financial support when making Tuition Assistance decisions. Both the custodial and non-custodial parents are required to complete their own application in Clarity. The grant process cannot be completed without full information from both parents. If you are remarried or cohabitating, we do require both adults in each household to complete the application with their spouse or partner.

  • Q. Is there a maximum income level that would disqualify me from receiving Tuition Assistance?

    No.  Sinai Akiba Academy does not have an income limit for Tuition Assistance since every family’s situation is different. We evaluate the need of each family based on their application and make our decisions accordingly. Because we have a limited budget for Tuition Assistance, we request that you apply only if you truly feel you cannot cover the cost of the program. 

  • Q. Will my Tuition Assistance automatically renew each year?

    Families must reapply for Tuition Assistance each year. Tuition Assistance is based upon a family’s particular circumstance in each calendar year, but the school makes every effort to maintain appropriate and consistent awards for continuing students.

  • Q. What are the application deadlines?

    Returning family application deadline is December 1, 2025

    New families application deadline is February 6, 2026

Generous Partners

The funds for tuition assistance come from a variety of sources, including our operating budget and endowment. The school also receives additional funding for tuition assistance from generous donors and the Jewish Federation of Los Angeles and the BJE (Builders of Jewish Education). 

  

Tuition Assistance Office

Contact the Tuition Assistance Office
Alisa Evans
Tuition Assistance Manager
10400 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90024
(310) 481-3276
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About Sinai Akiba Academy

Sinai Akiba Academy is a private Jewish day school in Los Angeles, serving students in Early Childhood through Grade 8. We also offer a variety of parenting classes and programs for children through our Parenting Center. A Sinai Temple school.

Notice of Non-Discriminatory Policy As to Students

Sinai Akiba Academy admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.