Gilded Day Pass
$65 / day
Experience up to three in-person or hybrid classes in one full program day.
- Includes classes, lunch, recess, and community
- Subject to space and class availability
- Ideal before choosing a longer plan
2026–2027 TUITION
Clear Plans for Every Path.
Choose from weekly in-person, hybrid, day-pass, and umbrella options. Payment plans, qualifying grants, and a 20% sibling discount are available where noted.
IN-PERSON & FLEXIBLE OPTIONS
Choose the Level of Support Your Family Needs.
Explorer Plan
$225 / month
Weekly Wednesday participation in the Frederick tutorial during the active term.
- 10 AM–2 PM Day School
- Three classes, lunch, and recess
- 20% qualifying sibling discount
Flex Hybrid
Fall 2026: $499
Spring 2027: $649
Spring 2027: $649
Two online classes and two local in-person meetings each month.
- Lower-travel schedule
- Project-based support and social connection
- 20% qualifying sibling discount
FULL HYBRID
Weekly Online and In-Person Support.
Full Hybrid
$998
Weekly online and in-person learning during the Fall 2026 term.
- One online and one in-person meeting each week
- Structured academic support
- Small-group instruction
Full Hybrid
$1,298
Weekly online and in-person learning during the Spring 2027 term.
- One online and one in-person meeting each week
- Structured academic support
- Small-group instruction
Full Hybrid
$2,296
Twenty-eight instructional weeks with 56 live meetings across the year.
- 28 online meetings
- 28 in-person meetings
- Average of $41 per meeting
UMBRELLA MEMBERSHIP
Maryland Homeschool Oversight.
Independent Family
$99 / year
State-compliant oversight for families who are not enrolled in HCHC classes.
- January and June portfolio reviews
- Preparation guidance and notifications
- Access to select family resources and events
Enrolled Family
$65 / year
Discounted umbrella membership for families enrolled in HCHC programming.
- January and June portfolio reviews
- Preparation guidance and notifications
- Access to the Umbrella Portal
Reserve a Seat
$117
The deposit is applied toward tuition after acceptance into the program.
- Does not guarantee placement
- Refunded in full if the student is not accepted
- Accepted families receive next-step details
Class availability: Classes require a minimum of four enrolled students and remain subject to instructor availability and capacity.
SUPPORT FOR SINGLE-PARENT HOUSEHOLDS
Grants Can Help Make Participation Possible.
Qualifying single-parent households may apply for HCHC grant support to help reduce the cost of participating in our programs.