CDA utilizes the secure online services of Financial Aid for School Tuition (FAST) to process financial aid applications. FAST provides our school with a need-based financial analysis, allowing us to allocate our resources wisely and fairly. All information from FAST regarding a family’s request for financial aid is kept confidential. FAST charges a one-time fee of $60 to process the application. CDA does not receive any portion of this fee.

The amount of financial aid available varies from year to year and is dependent on generous donations. The financial aid application process opens on November 15th. Please apply as soon as possible as funds are limited.  

Re-Enrolling Families

• Priority Round Awards - Financial aid applications received by December 8th will receive an award determination letter by the end of the year.
• Ongoing Awards - Financial aid applications received after December 8th will be processed as timely as possible.

New Families

• New families are welcome to submit a financial aid application.
• Applications received by January 17th will receive financial aid award decisions in conjunction with their admission decision.
• Ongoing Awards - Financial aid applications received after January 17th will be processed as timely as possible.

FAST Contact Information
Email: familysupport@ismfast.com
Phone: 1-877-326-3278 - 24-hour support line