Tuition and Affordability
Yes — you can afford a private Day School education.
At N. E. Miles Jewish Day School, we believe every child deserves an exceptional education — and cost should never be the reason a family doesn’t walk through our doors. Tuition for the 2025-2026 school year is $12,000 (field trip and security fees and PA dues are additional), and the actual cost of educating a student is approximately $18,900.
Our families come from diverse socio-economic backgrounds, and more than 75% of our students receive some form of tuition assistance. We work closely with each family to make an NEMJDS education both excellent and affordable.
Even if the published tuition feels out of reach, we encourage you to apply and start the conversation.
An Education that Inspires
- Rigorous, values-based learning grounded in Jewish tradition
- Small class sizes with individualized attention
- A warm, inclusive community that nurtures every child
- Flexible tuition plans designed to fit your family’s needs
Affordability Options
- FACTS Financial Aid
- Confidential, online application that reviews your family’s full financial picture—income, expenses, and unique circumstances
- Helps determine a fair, manageable tuition level
- Used by independent schools nationwide
How it works: Submit your application through FACTS; their report provides NEMJDS with a financial profile that guides your customized tuition plan.
- CHOOSE Act (ESA Program)
- NEMJDS is an approved participating school in the Alabama CHOOSE Act.
- Eligible families may qualify for a $7,000 refundable income tax credit per student to use toward tuition.
- Administered by the Alabama Department of Revenue (ALDOR).
Note: Program eligibility and guidelines are determined by the State of Alabama.
- Tax Credit Scholarships
- Offered through Renaissance Scholarships, our Alabama EdChoice partner.
- Provides state tax-credit funding for qualifying low-income families.
Details available upon request—we’re happy to walk you through it.
We're Here to Help
Every family’s situation is unique. We’re committed to helping you find a tuition level that works for your household.
Together, we make it possible.
Contact: Robin Berger, Director of Recruitment & Retention
📧 rberger@nemjds.org