Affording KVA

Making a KVA Education Affordable

At Kerr-Vance Academy, we believe that every child deserves access to a high-quality, values-based education—regardless of financial background. Through the North Carolina Opportunity Scholarship Program, many families are discovering that a KVA education is more affordable than they ever imagined.

What is the North Carolina Opportunity Scholarship?

The Opportunity Scholarship Program is an income-based initiative offered through NCSEAA (North Carolina State Education Assistance Authority). It provides funding for eligible students in Kindergarten through 12th grade who choose to attend a participating nonpublic school like Kerr-Vance Academy.

  • For the 2026-2027 school year, the maximum scholarship amount is $7,942 per student.

  • Awards are based on household income and family size.

How to Apply

Applying is easy—and we’re here to help.

  • Visit the NCSEAA Opportunity Scholarship page to view eligibility guidelines and start your application.

  • Have questions? Contact us and we’ll accompany you through the process.

Invest in Your Child’s Future

KVA offers a safe, supportive, and academically rigorous environment where students are known, challenged, and celebrated. And with tuition assistance through the Opportunity Scholarship, this life-changing experience is more accessible than ever.

How Affordable Can It Really Be?

If your family qualifies for Tier 1 of the Opportunity Scholarship, your remaining cost for a full year at KVA could be as little as:

$54 per month

That’s $658 for the year for a high-quality education that nurtures the whole child—academically, socially, and emotionally.

For the 2026–2027 academic year, North Carolina Opportunity Scholarship tier amounts range from $3,574 to $7,942 per year. These award levels are divided into four specific tiers based on household income and family size:

  • Award Tier 1: Up to $7,942 per year (lowest household income bracket)

  • Award Tier 2: Up to $7,148 per year (lower-middle income bracket)

  • Award Tier 3: Up to $4,766 per year (higher-middle income bracket, up to $274,725 for a family of four)

  • Award Tier 4: Up to $3,574 per year (highest income bracket or no income limit)