ISCC Program

Fair Share Tuition

Tuition, Fees , and Expenses

 

In the fall of 2021, we enacted a new Fair Share Tuition System that transparently shares the cost of educating a student in our programs and gives people the opportunity to pay what they can afford, on the honor system. It’s designed to remove the barrier for entry that so many have experienced and to build stronger, more engaged, and more diverse cohorts of students who experience true belonging.

Going forward, whether students' circumstances prohibit them from paying the full costs, or whether their good fortunes allow them to pay more, all students will contribute to their education with pride and empowerment.

What is my Fair Share?

As you ask yourself, “What is my fair share?” please consider the prices below are per year and all-inclusive of the following: 

  • Program Tuition (130 live class hours plus individual & group work) 

  • In-Person Residential Intensive (first weekend to help foster community)

  • Individual Supervision (one-on-one feedback, support, and guidance)

  • Elective Workshops (18 to 24 hours of special interest training)

  • Ceremonies (Commencement)

The value of these cumulative 250 hours: integrating ancient and modern wisdom, developing professional counseling/companion skills, learning in the crucible of authentic community, and renewing your life purpose… is priceless. Please consider the highest amount below that you can afford with wellbeing, and invest not only in yourself but in the positive change you will bring to our world.

Additional Student Fees:

  • Monthly Individual Spiritual Companioning (see below): $75 - 100/hour

 

Tuition

$ 10,400
$ 9,400
$ 8,400

Students whose circumstances allow their Fair Share to be above Full Cost will now ensure an economically diverse cohort with a tax-deductible contribution over the full tuition amount.

$ 7,800

Full Cost: What it costs to educate a student for one year.

$ 6,800
$ 6,100
$ 5,100

These subsidized levels are in the range of what was previously charged to students and represent the most tuition assistance we had offered. Every dollar below full cost is offset by students paying higher levels and our generous graduates.

$ 3,800

We are reserving at least 50% of the enrollments at this level for BIPOC students in need.

We also offer very generous payment plans for students at any level. 

One Spirit Learning Alliance is committed to making our educational programs as affordable as possible while ensuring that we provide best-in-class education to our students. Additionally, as an organization committed to Antiracism, it is incumbent on us to provide a tuition system that encourages diversity and takes into account the many systems built into American society that often disadvantage people who are black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC). These systems often make it challenging for people to be able to afford programs like ours. Additionally, schools like One Spirit have traditionally forced students through a complicated process that required them to prove their worth and explain why they cannot pay the full cost of tuition. But no more.

When enrolling for Seminary, students will be asked to self-assess a level of tuition that is meaningful to them and choose the tuition option which best reflects that. 

  • No questions asked. No paperwork, proof of income, or testimonial will be required.

  • The entire tuition process happens only after a student is accepted to the program, so applicants need never worry that their finances might affect the Admissions process. 

  • To maintain student dignity and classroom integrity, the level of tuition selected will remain a strictly confidential matter between the student and the finance department. 

  • To support students in financial need and increase the racial diversity of our student body, at least 50% of enrollments for the lowest cost tuition level will be reserved for those who identify as Black, Indigenous, and People Of Color (BIPOC).

 

Individual Spiritual Companioning/Counseling Fees:

We have a diverse range of qualified Spiritual Companions who have agreed to offer their services to our students at a discounted rate, ranging from $50-$100 per session. Fees are paid directly to providers.