RISE: Financial Assistance Policy

The Risalah School of Excellence (RISE) is committed to providing educational opportunities to students from diverse economic backgrounds. This policy outlines the criteria and procedures for applying for financial assistance.

• Eligibility Criteria Eligibility for financial assistance is based on demonstrated financial need. Factors considered include family income, family size, and special circumstances.
• Application Process To apply for financial assistance, families must complete the Financial Assistance Application Form and submit the required documentation at the time of enrollment. Students must apply every year.
• Review and Award Process Applications are reviewed by the Financial Assistance Committee. All information is kept confidential. Decisions are based on financial need and available funding.
• Types and Amount of Assistance Assistance will include partial tuition waivers. The amount awarded is determined based on need and available resources. Awards are granted for the year, and does not guarantee successive awards. Families seeking assistance must apply annually.
• Conditions of Assistance Students receiving financial assistance must maintain satisfactory academic performance and adhere to the school’s code of conduct.
• Funding and Sustainability The financial assistance program is funded through donations, grants, and endowment funds. Efforts are ongoing to ensure the sustainability of the program.
• Communication and Transparency Information about the financial assistance program is available on the school’s website and in the school office. The policy is reviewed annually.
• Compliance and Legal Considerations The Risalah School of Excellence does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its financial assistance programs.