Tuition | Prospective Families | First Presbyterian Day School, Macon Private School

A family who enrolls/re-enrolls their child(ren) for the academic year commits to pay tuition and technology fees in accordance with the following schedule. (Dates based on the year of enrollment/re-enrollment)

Based on date of withdrawal
March 1 – May 31: 10% of annual tuition and technology fee
June 1 – Day before 1st day of school: 25% of annual tuition and technology fee
Start of school – End of 1st quarter: 40% of annual tuition and technology fee
1st day of 2nd quarter – End of 2nd quarter: 75% of annual tuition and technology fee
1st day of 3rd quarter – End of school year: 100% of annual tuition and technology fee

Exceptions to the withdrawal policy
If a family is required to move more than sixty (60) miles from the FPD campus, the family’s financial responsibility for the payment of tuition and fees may be reduced. Such a request should be submitted, accompanied by documented proof of requirement to move, via email or letter to the Business Office. Email to Terri Newberry at terri.newberry@fpdmacon.org. If a family applies for FPD tuition assistance and does not receive a sufficient award amount, the family’s financial responsibility for the payment of tuition and fees may be reduced, presuming that the family applies for assistance within the published target dates, and the family notifies the FPD business office of the decision to withdraw within ten (10) days after the award notification.
Withdrawals for any other reason do not warrant a reduction in the family’s annual tuition/fee expectation.
FPD also offers a tuition assistance program to help families bridge the gap between what it costs to attend FPD and what they are able to pay. Through tuition assistance, we strive to work with all families who seek an FPD education for their children.

• Textbooks
• Tablet Computer (5th – 12th Grade)
• School supplies in grades 3K – 5
• Literature Books (excluding Summer Reading)
• Lab Equipment & Supplies
• Most expenses related to extracurricular activities
• Most expenses for class and club activities
• Student Admission to all regular season athletic events and fine arts events

• Select field trips
• Select class supplies in upper school that will then be owned by the student (i.e. calculator)
• Instructional Support Department services (if needed)
• Dining
• Snack charges
• Select club dues and class events
• Testing charges (SAT/PSAT/ACT)
• Misc items such as yearbooks, class rings, letterman jackets, etc.
• FPD tablet repair or replacement items (stylus or charger)
• School uniforms
• After-school enrichment, Center for Discovery activities and sports leagues, and Summer Camps

There are several options that can assist with funding FPD tuition and fees.

• Host an International Student: In addition to having the blessing of ministering to a student who is far from his/her home, you and your family can participate in international missions by sharing the love of Christ in your very own home. FPD pays a generous stipend that can reduce your child’s tuition by up to 67%. For more information about the benefits of serving as a host family, contact International Program Director Melissa Brown at melissa.brown@fpdmacon.org. 
• FPD Tuition Assistance: FPD offers a tuition assistance program (TAP) to help families who share the school’s values and academic expectations, and can demonstrate a legitimate financial need, bridge the gap between the cost of an FPD education and the amount the family can pay. See the information below for additional details on TAP. 
• Georgia GOAL Scholarship: The Greater Opportunities for Access in Learning (GOAL) Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to qualifying students who are transferring from public school, or who have homeschooled for a minimum of one year. Funding for GOAL Scholarships is generated through gifts earmarked for FPD through the Georgia’s Education Expense Credit law (2008), which is designed to provide Georgia families with better educational opportunities for their children. If you are interested in a GOAL scholarship for your child, submit a FPD tuition assistance application, and insert your interest in GOAL in the comments portion of the application.
• Christian Ministry Discount: As a way to thank those who serve in full time, vocational ministerial roles in our community, FPD offers a 33% discount for full-time employees of our local churches and Christian service organizations. If you are interested in being considered for a Christian Ministry Discount, contact Terri Newberry at terri.newberry@fpdmacon.org.
• Georgia Promise Scholarship: Signed into law in 2024 through Senate Bill 233, the Georgia Promise Scholarship Program is an education choice program aimed at providing eligible students with the opportunity to use public funds for non-public education expenses in grades K-12. Your child’s scholarship amount may be as much as $6,500 for the 2025- 26 school year. Families of eligible students must reside in an area that is designated as ‘low performing school’ and meet certain financial requirements. If you are interested in Georgia Promise Scholarship for your child, apply online through a separate application at Georgia Promise Scholarship.

The enrollment deposit is $400 (first child) and $200 (each additional child)

The enrollment deposit is a non-refundable prepayment of the tuition for the academic year in which your child is enrolling and holds a place at FPD for your child. The enrollment deposit is due within ten days of your child’s acceptance to FPD.

A 529 plan is an IRS authorized, tax-advantage savings plan, that can help you pay for your child’s K-12 education.

You can pay for up to $10,000 per year toward your child’s K-12 tuition expenses, both federal and Georgia tax-free. Go to https://www.path2college529.com/ for more information. As always, consult with your tax advisor before making any decisions involving 529 funds.

As a way to thank those who serve in ministerial roles in our community, FPD is now offering an automatic 33% discount for full-time employees for our local churches and Christian service organizations. In addition, these employees may also apply for need-based tuition assistance beyond the 33% and will receive priority review.

Contact Kris Vaughn , FPD Director of Admissions, for more information.
More Information

• Host an International Student: In addition to having the blessing of ministering to a student who is far from his/her home, you and your family can participate in international missions by sharing the love of Christ in your very own home. FPD pays a generous stipend that can reduce your child’s tuition by up to 67%. For more information about the benefits of serving as a host family, contact Kristen Kreutner at kristen.kreutner@fpdmacon.org
• Georgia GOAL Scholarship: The Greater Opportunities for Access in Learning (GOAL) Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to qualifying students who are transferring from public school, or who have homeschooled for a minimum of one year. Funding for GOAL Scholarships is generated through gifts earmarked for FPD through the Georgia’s Education Expense Credit law (2008), which is designed to provide Georgia families with better educational opportunities for their children. If you are interested in a GOAL scholarship for your child, submit a FPD tuition assistance application, and insert your interest in GOAL in the comments portion of the application.
• Georgia Promise Scholarship: Signed into law in 2024 through Senate Bill 233, the Georgia Promise Scholarship Program is an education choice program aimed at providing eligible students with the opportunity to use public funds for non-public education expenses in grades K-12. Your child’s scholarship amount may be as much as $6,500 for the 2025- 26 school year. Families of eligible students must reside in an area that is designated as ‘low performing school’ and meet certain financial requirements. If you are interested in Georgia Promise Scholarship for your child, apply online through a separate application at Georgia Promise Scholarship.

Students in grades 1st-12th are eligible to receive tuition assistance.

A family who has enrolled (or re-enrolled) their children at FPD in grades 1^st – 12^th may be eligible for tuition assistance. Tuition assistance is not available for children in 3K – Kindergarten.

While we desire to provide meaningful assistance where genuine financial needs are demonstrated, we are also called to be stewards of the tuition assistance funds.

While we desire to provide meaningful assistance where genuine financial needs are demonstrated, we are also called to be stewards of the tuition assistance funds. Therefore, several factors go into determining a need-based tuition assistance award including the recommendation from FACTS; the family’s support of the school’s mission and academic expectations; the demonstrated financial priority the family places on their child’s Christ-centered, college preparatory education; the availability of tuition assistance funds; and the anticipated demand on those funds.

Yes. There is a $45 fee assessed by FACTS to process your online application.

Yes. There is a $45 fee assessed by FACTS to process your online application. This fee remains fixed, whether the application is for one or multiple children, and is payable as the last step of your online application.

Absolutely. We understand that a family’s financial situation is a very personal matter. TAP application materials are kept in secured files in the Business Office and are only accessible by “need to know” staff in the FPD Financial Aid office.

Yes. If you have not yet filed your federal income tax return for the 2024 year, you may apply for tuition assistance.

Yes. If you have not yet filed your federal income tax return for the 2024 year, you may apply for tuition assistance.  If you have not yet filed your 2024 income tax return, please submit 2023 tax information with your FACTS application. We will review your TAP application, understanding that the 2024 federal tax return is forthcoming. Any granted award will be considered as ‘conditional,’ which means that the award is granted based on the condition that the information on your current tax return is consistent with the information you posted to your application.

FPD holds to the principle that both parents are responsible for the expense of a FPD education to the extent that they can do so. We require that both custodial and non-custodial parents provide us with the appropriate information and supporting documentation. When natural parents re-marry, we consider the obligations of the parent to his/her new family; the resources of the stepparent; and the obligations the stepparent has to his/her natural children.

The $45 fee to FACTS is non-refundable. Once you receive your TAP award commitment letter, we ask that you let us know of your intent within ten (10) days.  This can be accomplished by accepting or declining your award through FACTS.

We do request that TAP recipients pay their monthly tuition and fees through bank draft.  If you are not currently enrolled in an automatic bank draft, we ask you to log into your Blackbaud Tuition Management account at https://parent.blackbaud.school/Default.aspx and enroll.

Yes. FPD asks that families who receive tuition assistance submit an annual online application.  Starting in 2025, online applications will be submitted using FPD’s third-party application processor, FACTS Grant & Aid.