Pre-College Tuition and Scholarship

Tuition and Scholarship Information

Tuition & Fees (2026-27 Academic Year)

Annual tuition for the Pre-College program is calculated as follows:

  • Enrollment Fee — $85 (current full-time academy students who are admitted do not need to pay the Enrollment Fee)
  • Pre-College Tuition — $7,500 (annual fee covering all lessons, core classes, programs, and events)

Payment

A deferred payment plan for tuition charges is available. This plan gives you the option to pay for your tuition and fees in full or in monthly installments. Further details are provided with the tuition bill.

Pre-College Scholarship & Aid

All students admitted to the Pre-College program receive the Pre-College Strings Scholars Award — a merit-based scholarship awarded exclusively through the audition process that reflects the WPMA’s recognition of the student’s demonstrated potential and commitment.

The full value of the Pre-College curriculum, including private lessons, ensemble, chamber music, theory, aural skills, and distinguished guest artist programming, is valued at over $15,000 annually. Admitted students pay $7,500 in annual program tuition.

Need-based financial aid is available for admitted students.

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