Admissions

Partnering with families to invest in foundations that last.

Is Cephas a Good Fit?

Families come to Cephas from a variety of educational backgrounds. Some have homeschooled for years, while others are transitioning from public or private school in search of a more personalized educational experience.

Families who enroll at Cephas are often looking for:

  • More academic structure than they can realistically provide on their own
  • Consistent support in subjects such as math and writing
  • A smaller learning environment where students are known personally
  • Positive peer relationships and community
  • An educational approach that integrates faith, character, and academics

Rather than trying to replicate a traditional school, Cephas seeks to provide a thoughtful balance of academic rigor, flexibility, mentorship, and community for families.

Tuition & Scholarships

Tuition Tiers

At Cephas Institute, we are committed to providing thoughtful, academically rigorous, and relationship-driven education within a structured small-group learning environment. Tuition supports strong academic instruction, individualized support, enrichment opportunities, and the intentional rhythms that shape student life at Cephas.

Standard Enrollment

$8,050 Annual Tuition

Designed for students and scholarship-funded homeschool families seeking strong academics, biblical discipleship, and individualized support within a structured learning environment.

Includes:

  • Core academic instruction
  • Small-group learning environment
  • Literacy & composition instruction
  • Mathematics, science, and social studies
  • Bible study & discipleship
  • Friday enrichment opportunities
  • Academic support & mentorship
  • Curriculum and instructional materials
Specialized Tier

Individualized Support Enrollment

$10,000 Annual Tuition

Designed for students who may benefit from additional individualized support, accommodations, and intentional academic guidance within a structured and relationship-driven environment.

Note: Enrollment and placement are determined through an application and family meeting process to ensure program fit and appropriate support.

Scholarships Accepted

Cephas Institute currently accepts:

  • PEP Scholarships
  • UA Scholarships through Step Up For Students

Families utilizing scholarship funding are encouraged to contact us regarding enrollment procedures and tuition guidance.

Fee Structure

Enrollment & Registration Fees

Per Family

Application Fee

$50

After the welcome call, families who would like to move forward may submit an application. This fee helps cover the application review process and is non-refundable.

Per Student

Enrollment Fee

$200

Upon acceptance, families complete enrollment and submit the enrollment fee to reserve their student's place for the upcoming school year. Because enrollment is intentionally limited, this fee is non-refundable.

Tuition Payments

We offer flexible tuition payment structures to accommodate the specific needs of families:

  • 4 Quarterly PaymentsStructured specifically for PEP / UA Scholarship cycles.
  • 10-Month Installment PlanConvenient monthly installments throughout the academic year.

Step-by-Step

Enrollment Process

Our enrollment process is designed to help both your family and our team determine whether Cephas is the right fit for your student.

Please Note: Because we intentionally maintain small class sizes, enrollment is limited and spaces may fill before the start of the school year.

Step 1

Submit an Interest Form

Tell us a little about your family and student. Once we receive your form, we'll reach out to schedule a conversation.

Step 2

Family Welcome Call

This informal conversation gives us an opportunity to learn more about your student, answer questions, and share more about the Cephas learning model, expectations, and culture.

Step 3

Complete an Application

Families who wish to move forward will be invited to submit an application and any requested records.

Application Fee: $50 per family (non-refundable)
Step 4

Enrollment Decision

Our team carefully reviews each application to determine whether Cephas is a strong fit for the student's academic, social, and developmental needs.

Step 5

Enrollment & Seat Reservation

Accepted families will receive enrollment paperwork and instructions to finalize registration.

Enrollment Fee: $200 per student (non-refundable) - Once enrollment is complete, your student's place is reserved for the upcoming school year.

Got Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

Ready to Get Started?

We would love to learn more about your family and answer any questions you may have.

Submit an Interest Form