Admissions Process

Welcome!

 

We’re excited you’re considering Ohana Institute for your family. Choosing a school is an important decision, and our goal is to make this process as welcoming and supportive as possible. 

Ohana means family and that starts by ensuring that every student is known and their school experience reflects their strengths and interests.  As a student-centered learning community we value care, connection, and belonging.

Our admissions process is designed not just to share information, but to help us get to know you — and for you to experience what makes Ohana unique.

 

 

Step 1: Complete the Interest Form

Start by completing the Interest Form on our website. This helps us learn a little about your family and your child(ren) so we can begin tailoring your admissions experience.

Once we receive your form, our Admissions Specialist will reach out personally to schedule a campus tour. You can learn more about tours here.

 

Parent Name

Step 2: Complete The Application

  1. Complete the online application via PowerSchool.
  2. Pay the non-refundable $350 Application Fee at the time of submission.
  3. Once your application is accepted, pay the $3,000 non-refundable tuition deposit per student. 
    • Applied toward tuition, leaving a balance of $18,500 per student.
    • Families who have not paid a deposit will need a recalculated tuition balance.

 

Step 3: Shadow Days

After submitting an application along with the non-refundable $350 application fee, prospective students are invited to participate in a shadow day. Each student is paired with a current Ohana student and attends a full school day to experience daily life on campus. This opportunity allows applicants to engage in classes, observe our learning environment, and begin forming connections with peers. Shadow days also provide our faculty with valuable insight, helping us develop an individualized plan to support each student’s success at Ohana.

 

 

Step 4: Step Up for Students Scholarship

 

(Optional but Strongly Recommended)

At Ohana, we are committed to making our education accessible. We encourage all families to apply for the Step Up for Students Scholarship, which can significantly reduce tuition costs.

This state-funded program provides vouchers that typically support $9,000–$10,000 per student annually toward tuition. Ohana Institute partners closely with families to make the process as smooth as possible and to ensure financial assistance is applied directly to your tuition balance.

How to Apply

  1. Go to Step Up for Students.

  2. Click Apply/Login in the top right corner.

  3. Complete the application and upload all required documents.

Timeline & Next Steps

  • Processing typically takes 1–6 weeks.

  • Once approved, families will receive an award document that includes:

    • Parent/Guardian name

    • Award number

    • Award amount

  • Submit this document to Ohana Admissions.

  • Our finance team will then issue a revised payment schedule based on your award.

Note: Families applying in the fall may still be eligible for partial Step Up funding.
Important: Families using Step Up are not eligible for the Pay in Full discount.

 

Fee Schedule

 

Fee Name Amount Type Description
Application Fee $350 One-Time Covers the application process
Scholarship Processing Fee $100 One-Time Paid at acceptance if using Step Up; non-refundable

Step 5: Select Tuition Schedule Option

Annual Plan
Number of Payments Payment Due Date
1 July 1, 2025
Bi-Annual Plan
Number of Payments Payment Due Date
2 July 1, 2025 & Jan 1, 2026
Monthly Plan
Number of Payments Payment Due Date
12 1st of each month, June 2025-May 2026

Step 6: Tuition Rates & Discounts

Annual Tuition is $21,500

There are discounts for multiple students and non-monthly payments.