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Rates

Academic Calendar Program

(Effective 2-2013)

Semester registration fee: $20.00 non-refundable will be collected each semester after initial enrollment. $40.00 if registration form or fee are not turned in by deadline given each semester.

First time enrollment: A $100.00 enrollment fee is required for each child ($40.00 refundable deposit).

Hourly Rates

Hours Enrolled* Non-participating Participating**
10-17 $4.60 $4.50
18-24 $4.05 $3.95
25-34 $3.30 $3.20
35+ $2.90 $2.80

* A minimum of five hours/day is required. An additional $0.25 per hour surcharge for all hours in the Yellow room.

** A participating parent is a parent who volunteers 2 hours/week at the center.

  • Families may only qualify for one discount.
  • Rates listed do not include food costs.
  • Absences: Due to on-going operating expenses, there are no rate reductions for absences.
  • Second child rates: If more than one child per family is enrolled, there will be a $0.20 reduction in the hourly rate of each additional child from the full rate. The child enrolled for the most hours is considered to be the first child and will pay the full rate.
  • Missouri State University rates: Students, faculty and staff of Missouri State University may receive a $0.05 reduction in the hourly rate. Evidence of student or employment status must be attached to the registration form.

Food Costs (Effective 8-2007)

Meal Full Rate Reduced Rate
Breakfast $0.75 $0.30
Lunch $1.25 $0.40
Snack $0.45 $0.15

Reduced and free food rates are based on income and family size. Application must be completed yearly.

Full Year Program

(Effective 4-2013)

Annual fee: A $30.00 non-refundable fee will be collected in August each year after initial enrollment.

First time enrollment: A $100.00 enrollment fee is required for each child at initial enrollment ($40.00 refundable deposit).

Weekly Rates

Red, Blue and Green Rooms = $150.00
Yellow Room = $160.00

Free Food Rates

Red, Blue and Green Rooms = $137.75
Yellow Room = $147.75

Reduced Food Rates

Red, Blue and Green Rooms = $142.00
Yellow Rooms = $152.00

  • Absences: Due to on-going operating expenses, there are no rate reductions for absences.
  • Reduced and free food rates are based on income and family size. Application must be completed yearly.