Tuition Fees and Payment Schedule

Registrations received after June 1, 2025 will be charged a $100 Late Registration Fee in addition to the regular Registration Fee. Tuition and fees for the program are listed below. All tuition payments and fees are due in full by the dates listed below. Transportation expenses, books, and supplies are not included and are the responsibility of the Adult Learner. The cost of books and supplies is approximately $300 – $600 depending on the source. A two-year AMS membership is included with your tuition fees.

Tuition and Fees 2025-2026
Tuition	$7,550
Registration Fee	$200
Association Fee	$450
Total Fees	$8,200
Possible Additional Fees
Additional Late Registration Fee (after 6/1/25)	$100
Late Payment Fee	$150
Self-Directed Internship	$1,000
Audit (per day)	$200
Extra Field Visit (per visit)	$200
Extension (per year, up to one year)	$350

Payment Schedule 2025-2026
5/01/25	Application and Registration Fee	$200
6/01/25	First Payment	$2,300
6/01/25	Association Fees	$450
6/01/25	Subtotal (First Payment + Association Fees)	$2,750
10/01/25	Second Payment	$1,750
2/01/26	Third Payment	$1,750
6/01/26	Fourth Payment	$1,750
Total Payments		$8,200

Scholarships and Financial Aid

Partial scholarships and financial aid are available from MCTD to Adult Learners based on need. Additionally, AMS offers scholarships to aspiring Montessori teachers through their organization. Please speak with the MCTD Program Director for additional information about these options.

Refund Policy

Refund due to cancellation

If MCTD cancels a course, due to lack of enrollment, all deposits received will be refunded within 8 weeks.

Refund due to withdrawal

If an Adult Learner withdraws from the program one month prior to the program starting date, 100% of paid tuition (less registration fee) will be refunded. After the start of the program, allowable refund percentages are computed from the date of official withdrawal, not from the time when the Adult Learner ceases attending classes. The Adult Learner is required to withdraw officially by submitting a written letter of intent to the MCTD Program Director. The Adult Learner will be notified of receipt. If an Adult Learner needs to withdraw due to extenuating circumstances, refund is up to the discretion of MCTD.

Refund due to dismissal

If an Adult Learner is dismissed from the program prior to the program starting date, 100% of paid tuition (less registration fee) will be refunded. After the start of the program, allowable refund percentages are computed from the date of official dismissal.