Finances & Tuition

At Sacramento Adventist Academy, we believe private school tuition in Sacramento should reflect both academic excellence and a commitment to whole-child, high-quality Christian education in a welcoming and inclusive environment.

Our school is supported by the Northern California Conference of Seventh-day Adventists and constituent churches, which allows us to offer subsidized tuition for qualifying Adventist families.

Not Adventist? No problem!All students are welcome at SAA, and non-Adventist families pay the non-subsidized tuition rate. Learn more about what makes Adventist education unique in our Adventist Christian School Guide.

2025–2026 K–12 Tuition Rates (Annual)

2025-2026 K-12 Discounts (Annual)

Multiple Students (Same Family)

Pre-payment Discounts

Understanding Tuition Rates

• Constituent Rate: Available to members of supporting Seventh-day Adventist churches.
• Non-Constituent Rate:
  • Adventist students who are not members of a constituent church may still qualify for a subsidy if their church partners with SAA.
  • Non-Adventist students are always welcome and pay the non-subsidized tuition rate.

Need clarification? Contact the Business Office before enrollment.

Payment Schedule & Options

The first tuition payment is due by the first day of school. Families may choose from the following payment options:

Payment Options:

• Monthly: 10 payments (August–May)
• Semester: 2 payments (at the beginning of each semester)
• Full-Year Payment: Paid upfront (discount available)
• Custom Payment Plans: Available on a case-by-case basis—contact the Business Office for assistance.

All tuition payments are made online through Blackbaud Tuition Management.

Discounts & Pre-Payment Incentives

• Multiple Students (Same Family):
  • 2nd student: $600 discount
  • 3rd+ student: $900 discount
• Pre-Payment Discounts:
  • K-8: $300 per student (full-year) / $100 per semester
  • 9-12: $400 per student (full-year) / $135 per semester

What Private School Tuition Covers

Your tuition payment includes:

• Textbooks
• Lab Fees
• Yearbook (1 copy per student)
• Technology Fees
• Student Insurance

Financial Assistance

We are committed to making Christian education accessible.

Need-Based Aid & Scholarships:

• Tuition Assistance: Applications are available through the Business Office.
• Conference & Union Scholarships: Scholarships are available through the Northern California Conference & Pacific Union Conference.

Need assistance? Contact the Finance Office for guidance on available resources.

Payment Methods

• Online via Blackbaud Tuition Management
• Check (Mail, Drop Slot, or In-Person)
• Cash or Check at the Business Office

Payment Drop Slots Available:

• Outside the east side of the Administration Building
• Inside next to the Business Office window

Past-Due Accounts & Late Fees

• Unpaid Accounts: Students with outstanding balances may be suspended from classes and school activities, including:
  • Semester exams
  • Graduation ceremonies
  • Athletics, music tours, and field trips
• Late Fees: $40 per month if payment is overdue by more than two weeks.
• Returned Checks: $30 per returned check.

Experiencing financial hardship? Contact the Business Office before the account becomes delinquent.

Additional Charges

Some additional recurring and one-time charges may apply to student accounts:

• After-School Care
• Athletics Fees (More Info)
• Private Music Lessons & Instrument Rentals (More Info)
• Advanced Placement (AP) Courses (View AP Course List)
• Lost or Damaged Textbooks, Lockers, or School Property
• Field Trips, Music Tours, Class Trips
• Yearbook Dedications (Billed separately; optional.)

For school records and transcripts, visit Student Records.

After-School Care (K-8)

Any K-8 student remaining on campus after dismissal will be checked into after-school care and charged accordingly.

Download this information as a PDF: Tuition Rates & Policies (2025-2026)

Have questions? Contact the Business Office at 916-481-2300 or email info@sacaa.org.