ADMISSIONS
The HSArts regular decision application deadline may have passed (it was Jan. 15), but HSArts is always open to connecting with talented artists. Applications remain open after the deadline as space permits. Artistic portfolios and auditions for scholarships are accepted year-round.
Please contact the Office of Admission & Financial Aid with any questions.
We are looking for students like you who are willing to take on challenges and work hard to achieve excellence. Schedule a visit to our beautiful state-of-the-art campus, meet our teachers and students.
See why the San Francisco High School of the Arts is the right place for you!
Choosing the right high school is a very important decision at this exciting time in your life, and we are delighted that you are considering San Francisco High School of the Arts.
Our rigorous college-preparatory curriculum and comprehensive arts programs provide stepping stones that lead our students to pursue their dreams.
TUITIONS & FEES 2025-2026
US Residents
Middle School (Grades 6-8): $31,700* per year (8:00am – 4:00pm)
High School (Grades 9-12): $42,200* per year (8:00am – 4:00pm)
(Tuition includes the cost of instruction, books and educational materials, and laboratory costs.)
Fee for art supplies or costumes/props: $500 per year
After school program (optional): free with $50 registration fee per year (4:00pm – 6:00pm) Learn more about clubs and activities.
*Applies to new applicants. (Tuition for current students will increase by 3-5% only, based on the 2024-2025 tuition.)
International Students
Middle School (Grades 6-8): $31,700* per year (8:00am – 4:00pm)
High School (Grades 9-12): $42,200* per year (8:00am – 4:00pm)
(Tuition includes the cost of instruction, books and educational materials, and laboratory costs.)
Fee for art supplies or costumes/props: $500 per year
After school program (optional): free with $50 registration fee per year (4:00pm – 6:00pm) Learn more about clubs and activities.
*Applies to new applicants. (Tuition for current students will increase by 3-5% only, based on the 2024-2025 tuition.)
SCHOLARSHIPS & FINANCIAL AID
Financial Aid Checklist
- Step 1
Complete the Parent Financial Statement (PFS) Online with SSS.
After families submit detailed financial information online, SSS analyzes the data and recommends to the school an amount that each family can expect to pay for educational expenses. All families must complete a Parents Financial Statement (PFS) online. In the case of separated or divorced parents, both parents must complete the full PFS.
Begin or continue your application here.
- Step 2
Submit your 2020 Federal Tax Form 1040, supporting schedules and W-2s or 1099 to SSS.
New applicants to San Francisco High School of the Arts must submit their 2020 Federal Tax Form 1040, all supporting schedules, and W-2s OR 1099 (whichever is applicable) to SSS by uploading or mailing the documents to SSS. If you receive a W2 instead of a 1099, please click the “NA” button for 1099. Please do NOT include state taxes or worksheets. In the case of separated or divorced parents, both households must submit federal tax forms and W-2s or 1099.
To submit documents to SSS you should upload documents directly to SSS, following the instructions on the SUBMITTING REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section on the SSS website. Note: Files should not be larger than 4 MB.
Download this tax primer to get an understanding of which few tax forms will be most helpful to you as you complete your PFS here.
- Step 3
Optional: Upload a Letter of Family Circumstances.
If your family has any special circumstances to communicate, please upload letters explaining your family situation to your SSS profile.
- Step 4
Submit 2020 Federal Tax Form 1040, supporting schedules and W-2s or 1099 to SSS.
Submit 2020 Federal Tax Form 1040, all supporting schedules, and W-2s OR 1099 (whichever is applicable) to SSS by uploading or mailing the documents to SSS (See step 3). If you receive a W2 instead of a 1099, please click the “NA” button for 1099. Please do not include state taxes or worksheets. In the case of separated or divorced parents, both households must submit federal tax forms and W-2s.
We will communicate a preliminary financial aid decision to you once the application form has been completed.
After your 2020 tax forms are submitted to SSS, we will send you our final decision.
Please Visit: SSS School and Student Resources for additional resources
Scholarships and Financial Aid Awards
San Francisco High School of the Arts awards need-based tuition assistance to domestic students on a case-by-case basis. We takes into account a family’s need and the availability of funds before offering financial aid.
We partner with School and Student Services (SSS) in our financial aid process. Applicants will need complete the comprehensive SSS Parents’ Financial Statement (PFS). Visit our Scholarship and Financial Aid page for more details.
Scholarship Opportunities
Explore the following scholarship opportunities at HSArts:
► HSArts Aspiring Artist Full-time Scholarship (grades 5-10)
Deadline: February 15, 2024
- Apply now for the Aspiring Artist Full-time Scholarship award of up to $5000.
- All incoming full-time applicants who are currently in grades 5-10 may be considered for this scholarship.
► HSArts Aspiring Artist Summer Scholarship (Age 9+)
Financial Aid Opportunities
San Francisco High School of the Arts awards need-based tuition assistance to domestic students on a case-by-case basis. We take into account a family’s need and the availability of funds before offering financial aid.
We partner with School and Student Services (SSS) in our financial aid process. To begin your financial aid application, you will complete the SSS Parents’ Financial Statement (PFS). The PFS is a comprehensive application that will take some time to complete.
You’ll need your most recent tax return before you can start. The application may take some time to complete, so we recommend that you begin the application as soon as you can.
We also recommend that you review the wide range of materials that SSS has put together to help families with the financial aid process. They are found at solutionsbysss.com/parents/resources. An introduction to the parents’ financial statement can be found here.
If you have questions or need any assistance, please call the SSS family support center at (800) 344-8328. The center offers daytime, evening and weekend hours. Parents can also email sss@communitybrands.com for help.