Financial Aid
We use a thorough and confidential review process that begins with your application through FAST (Financial Aid for School Tuition). FAST, created by Independent School Management in Wilmington, Delaware, is a secure online platform that evaluates a family’s ability to pay tuition. Factors considered may include income, net worth, housing costs, number of children, and the local cost of living.
Once FAST provides its recommendation, Thacher’s Financial Aid Committee reviews the suggested award in the context of our applicant pool and available resources. Each application is considered individually to ensure equity and fairness across all decisions.
Based on demonstrated need, financial aid is offered as a partial tuition reduction and awarded as a percentage of the total tuition.
Financial Aid Application Process: 2025 – 2026
- To begin, please review the Parent User Guide, which will answer many of your questions about the FAST process.
- Please visit the FAST website and begin your application.
- Your filed 2024 Federal and State Income tax returns are required and must be sent to FAST by the January 31 deadline. Your filed 2025 Federal and State Income tax returns may be requested if verification is required
- An application fee of $60 is required and must be paid online by credit card through FAST.
- Please refer to FAST’s Frequently Asked Questions
- Your application must be complete by the deadline of January 31, 2026. Applications cannot be processed after the deadline.
If you have any questions regarding financial aid, please contact either:
Vicky Varnum
Business Manager
617-361-2522 x13
Mary Padovano
Accounting Manager
617-361-2522 x15