Affording a Trinity Education
Recognizing the need to empower students with the means to reach their highest potential.
Dear Families,
Trinity’s financial aid program exists to make Trinity accessible to highly qualified students, regardless of family income, and it is rooted in our mission and history as a charity school. As such, Trinity School funds a robust and wide-ranging, need-based financial aid program that aims to bridge the gap between a family’s financial circumstances and their child’s pursuit of a Trinity education. The program currently assists almost 20% of our students across all grades and provides tuition assistance as well as additional financial support for academic programs throughout the school year helping students receiving aid enjoy the full range of Trinity’s academic program.
Trinity’s Commitment to Financial Aid
Equity: Aid awards range from a few thousand dollars to nearly full tuition; All families contribute something toward the cost of their child’s Trinity education.
Stewardship: We manage our financial aid resources carefully and communicate decisions clearly.
Support: The Financial Aid Office remains a resource year-round for families with questions about affording a Trinity education.
Non-Discrimination: Trinity does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability, or sexual orientation in administration of its employment policies, educational policies, admissions policies, financial aid programs, or athletic and other school-administered programs.
We offer need-based aid to students who will both enrich and be enriched by our community. Each application is reviewed holistically, taking into account income, assets, expenses, debt, household size, employment status, and other circumstances that shape and affect a family’s finances. Because circumstances can change, we ask families to reapply for aid and all awards are evaluated annually.
We also recognize that a Trinity education involves more than tuition. For families receiving aid, we partner to cover essential educational costs not included in tuition, such as required materials, activities, and enrichment opportunities, so that every student can fully participate in school life.
To make the process as straightforward and accessible as possible, Trinity uses the Clarity financial aid platform, which allows families to complete the application securely online, upload supporting documents, and authorize access to tax filings. This ensures a fair and thorough review while reducing stress for families.
Throughout this process, we pledge to maintain the highest level of sensitivity, confidentiality, and transparency. We know applying for aid requires families to share personal information, and we approach that responsibility with respect and care. Most importantly, we view financial aid as a partnership—our office is here to guide you, answer questions, and support you every step of the way.
Warm Regards,
Ed Remache
Director of Financial Aid
Trinity’s financial aid program exists to make Trinity accessible to highly qualified students, regardless of family income, and it is rooted in our mission and history as a charity school. As such, Trinity School funds a robust and wide-ranging, need-based financial aid program that aims to bridge the gap between a family’s financial circumstances and their child’s pursuit of a Trinity education. The program currently assists almost 20% of our students across all grades and provides tuition assistance as well as additional financial support for academic programs throughout the school year helping students receiving aid enjoy the full range of Trinity’s academic program.
Trinity’s Commitment to Financial Aid
Equity: Aid awards range from a few thousand dollars to nearly full tuition; All families contribute something toward the cost of their child’s Trinity education.
Stewardship: We manage our financial aid resources carefully and communicate decisions clearly.
Support: The Financial Aid Office remains a resource year-round for families with questions about affording a Trinity education.
Non-Discrimination: Trinity does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability, or sexual orientation in administration of its employment policies, educational policies, admissions policies, financial aid programs, or athletic and other school-administered programs.
We offer need-based aid to students who will both enrich and be enriched by our community. Each application is reviewed holistically, taking into account income, assets, expenses, debt, household size, employment status, and other circumstances that shape and affect a family’s finances. Because circumstances can change, we ask families to reapply for aid and all awards are evaluated annually.
If applying to Trinity without requesting financial aid, a family cannot apply for aid for 2 academic years, unless there is a significant and sudden change in a family’s financial circumstances. In such cases, families will be asked to submit an application for aid and provide documentation as may be needed.
We also recognize that a Trinity education involves more than tuition. For families receiving aid, we partner to cover essential educational costs not included in tuition, such as required materials, activities, and enrichment opportunities, so that every student can fully participate in school life.
To make the process as straightforward and accessible as possible, Trinity uses the Clarity financial aid platform, which allows families to complete the application securely online, upload supporting documents, and authorize access to tax filings. This ensures a fair and thorough review while reducing stress for families.
Throughout this process, we pledge to maintain the highest level of sensitivity, confidentiality, and transparency. We know applying for aid requires families to share personal information, and we approach that responsibility with respect and care. Most importantly, we view financial aid as a partnership—our office is here to guide you, answer questions, and support you every step of the way.
Warm Regards,
Ed Remache
Director of Financial Aid
Important Dates:
- Financial Aid Application Opens: Tuesday, September 2, 2025
- Financial Aid Webinar: Wednesday, October 29, 2025 - Registration link will be available after September 2, 2025
- Financial Aid Applications Due for Early Notification (K) Families: Tuesday, November 25, 2025
- Financial Aid Applications Due for Current Trinity Families: Monday, December 15, 2025
- Financial Aid Applications Due for Prospective Trinity Families: Friday, January 9, 2026
Tuition, Fees, and Financial Aid Information
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Steps to Apply for Financial Aid
- Complete the Clarity application online. The application typically takes under 30 minutes and can be completed on a computer or mobile device.
- Authorize Clarity to access federal tax filings and related schedules. Additional documentation may be requested.
- If second parent information is unavailable, a second parent waiver form is required and will be available on the financial aid application.
- Clarity provides in-app help, email and phone support in English and Spanish, and the full application is available in Spanish.
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What Trinity Tuition Covers
Trinity’s tuition is largely all-inclusive. Families do not pay additional fees for:- Lunch and snacks (Lower School)
- Local field trips
- Inter-scholastic team uniforms and equipment
- Trinity-owned music instruments
- Studio and performing arts materials
- Technology
Clarity Resources
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Applying for Aid Through Clarity
Trinity School uses the Clarity financial aid platform to determine the level of financial need of applicant families. Clarity’s platform makes the process very simple and straightforward taking approximately 30 minutes to complete from start to finish.The Clarity application is also mobile-friendly so you can complete it from anywhere. You are also able to save your progress and return at any time. At the end of the application, there is a $65 fee to submit, and you can share your application with additional schools that accept the Clarity application for no additional charge. Simply use the dropdown menu in the application to select those schools. Please note that Clarity will automatically waive the fee if it determines the level of need qualifies for the waiver.Please remember to return to your dashboard after you complete and submit your Clarity Application, as Trinity may require you to upload additional documentation. -
Additional Resources
If you need support during the process of completing your application, there is in-app support available through the “Help” button in the bottom left of the screen, as well as email and phone support at support@claritytuition.com or 206-210-3752, in both English and Spanish. The application itself is also fully translated into Spanish using the drop-down in the lower left corner.
Contact:
Edward J. Remache
Director of Financial Aid and Associate Director of Admissions
(212) 932-6824
FAQs
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Q: How will applying for financial aid impact my application for admission to Trinity?
The financial aid award process runs in parallel to our admissions process. Our application for admission opens after Labor Day on Finalsite, as does our aid application on Clarity. It is important that you indicate that you are applying for aid on your application so that we keep you informed of particular dates and other requirements specific to the financial aid process. Applying for aid does not affect your application for admission in any way. Admissions and financial aid are two separate processes and are handled by different departments.Furthermore, affording Trinity is a significant expense and may strain a family’s financial resources. Trinity’s financial aid policy states that newly admitted students that did not apply for financial aid are not eligible to apply for financial aid for the first 2 school years. For example, if your child is admitted for Kindergarten and you did not apply for financial aid, you would not be eligible to apply for aid until your child would be entering 2nd grade. If you apply for aid and do not qualify for aid in the current financial aid award season, you may reapply for aid for the next school year. With this in mind, if you have any question about your ability to afford Trinity, we highly recommend that you apply for aid and keep your eligibility to apply for aid for the next school year. If you would like to discuss your financial circumstances further as you consider applying for financial aid, please reach out to our Director of Financial Aid, Edward Remache. -
Q: What considerations does Trinity take in calculating financial aid awards?
A: Trinity uses the Clarity financial aid platform to determine a family’s level of financial need through a comprehensive review of assets, income, expenses, and debts. Clarity will provide a comprehensive report of financial need. It is important to note that Trinity is not bound by Clarity's analysis; however, it serves as a valuable guide for our Financial Aid Committee. The Committee's review includes various considerations including, but not limited to, imputing a minimum wage salary for non-working parents when the youngest child has completed 6th grade. We also incorporate a cost of living adjustment to acknowledge the financial nuances of the New York City area. Other factors, including retirement savings, medical expenses, health insurance, and non-discretionary expenses such as childcare when both parents work, are thoughtfully considered on an individual basis. We encourage you to provide detailed descriptions of expenses relevant to your family's unique needs when applying for aid. -
Q: How should a family file for financial aid if the parents are divorced?
A: The Financial Aid Committee considers the financial resources of both parents' households. In the case of separated or divorced parents, we require that both parents file for aid through Clarity as noted in the steps above. -
Q: What are financial aid awards based on?
A: Financial aid awards are based on two factors. 1) An objective assessment of financial need; 2) money available from the financial aid budget. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability, national or ethnic origin in the administration of our financial aid. -
Q: What are some factors considered in reviewing financial aid applications?
A: Childcare expenses, Employment status of working age adults in the household, Extended family responsibilities, Assets, Medical expenses - including the cost of medical insurance, Number of dependents, Household size, Contributions to employer provided pre-tax accounts, (Such as retirement accounts, FSAs, HSAs, dependent care, transportation, section 125 and cafeteria plans, etc.), Business income/expenses, and Disbursements. -
Q: How are late applications considered?
A: Late applications for aid are accepted but are subject to the availability of funds and are processed only after those families whose applications were received on time have been notified and awards accepted or declined.
Located on the Upper West Side of New York City, Trinity School is a college preparatory, coeducational independent school for grades K-12. Since 1709, Trinity has provided a world-class education to its students with rigorous academics and outstanding programs in athletics, the arts, peer leadership, and global travel.