Are you venturing into the world of homeschooling? Are you considering joining WTMA, the World Teacher’s Ministry of Academics, to provide your child with the best homeschool education?
Then, you must have some clarity about the investment it’d require. This article aims to provide you with all the information that would enable you to make an informed decision. Read on and get insights into the academic programs available, the cost of enrolling, the payment plans and other associated costs.
1: WTMA Homeschool Programs
WTMA offers different programs to suit the academic needs of the students from K-1 The three main program categories are: the Super Superset HomeSchool Curriculum (SSHS-Curriculum) for K and elementary grades, the Grayzon Academy for middle school grades, and the College Prep Academy for high school grades. While SSHS-Curriculum specializes in a balanced academic pedagogy, the College Prep Academy is tailored to prepare the student for college placements with scholarship opportunities and/or college credit programs.
The SSHS-Curriculum for grades K and elementary ratings include Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, Religion, Music, Arts and crafts, Technology, Physical Education, and Health programs. For a more detailed understanding of the specific sample programs offered in each category, one can refer the WTMA website.
The Grayzon Academy program comprises the additional components of foreign language, honors and college prep classes. This educational system is designed to instill critical thinking and autonomous learning. Lastly, the College Prep Academy provides access to multiple college credit programs and career training.
The students have access to over 50+ college-level classes, dual enrollment programs and college admissions prep. It also offers financial aid assistance, college tours and scholarship programs.
2: Costs of WTMA Homeschool
The cost of WTMA homeschool enrollment varies based on the program chosen. The standard fee for SSHS-Curriculum for grades K-5 is priced at $700 for the first student and $500 for each subsequent student enrolled in the same family.
The Grayzon Academy program for grades 6-8, on the other hand, has a registration fee of $1,100 for the first student, and $750 for the subsequent student. Lastly, the College Prep Academy program fee for grades 9-12 is $2,000 per student. This fee covers all the college courses, college-level programs, college prep and scholarship access.
It is to be noted that although the enrollment fee covers important components of the program, additional fees will be applicable for some courses. These courses may include, but are not limited to, virtual field trips, course materials and supplies, and materials like textbooks, workbooks, manipulatives and additional supplements.
This fee also does not include the required testing fees, like the Terra Nova Test, or additional services like one-on-one online tutoring or mentoring. All such extra services will be charged based on the service availed.
3: Payment Plans
WTMA offers convenience in payments through their various payment plans options. The ‘Payment in Full’ plan requires the full fee to be paid upfront with a reduction in the enrollment fee. The ‘Monthly Payment Plan’ requires the family to pay for 12 months after the first month’s payment with a regular payment of the same amount.
Lastly, the ‘Half Up-Half Later Payment’ plan divvies up the total fee into two parts- one that can be paid upfront, and the other half later. It is to be noted that all the payment plans come with a $150 non-refundable administration fee.
The payment plans are flexible and allow the family to make payments through credit card, debit card, e-check, or through an auto-draft. Conclusion:WTMA homeschool offers great educational programs designed to help students excel in their academics in the comfort of their homes.
Though the costs can seem slightly averse, the payment plans offered by the ministry make enrollment convenient for families. So, make informed decisions about the programs and investment involved, refer the WTMA website for further information, and make the best of the academic opportunities provided by WTMA.