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At Anniston Academy, we believe that high-quality, specialized education should be accessible to every family. As a leading private school in Cookeville and a trusted autism center in Tennessee, we are committed to making our academic and therapeutic programs financially attainable through multiple assistance options.
Whether you're seeking support for special education tuition in Tennessee or exploring coverage for autism services, we’re here to help guide your family through every step of the process.
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Best for families of children with disabilities who qualify for state-funded support.
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Anniston Academy will accept payments funded through the Katie Beckett Waiver, which provides financial assistance for families who need specialized educational and therapeutic services for their child.
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Families must apply for the waiver through their state’s Medicaid program and provide verification of approval.
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Our admissions and billing teams will work with families to coordinate covered services and tuition payments.
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This may require a Letter of Necessity from your medical provider in order to qualify as an acceptable payment.
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Best for students who have an IEP and qualify for funding through educational support programs.
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This program allows for eligible K-12 students with qualifying conditions to receive funds for qualified education expenses.
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These funds can be utilized for private school education.
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The student must have an active Individualized Education Plan (IEP) to apply for the program.
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Best for families utilizing school choice programs.
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We will accept Tennessee Education Freedom Scholarship Program funds, which allow families to apply state-allocated education dollars toward tuition and related expenses.
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Families must apply for the program and receive funding approval before enrollment.
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Our billing department will assist with fund disbursement and documentation requirements.
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In honor of Tyler “Ducky” Crouch, brother of Anniston Academy co-founder Dr. Erin Mekkaoui, this need-based scholarship supports students whose families demonstrate financial hardship and a strong commitment to inclusive, community-centered education. Tyler believed everyone deserved a seat at the table, and this scholarship helps ensure no child is left out due to cost.
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To apply, simply complete the admissions application.
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Best for families who prefer to pay directly with flexible options.
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We accept credit/debit cards (Visa, MasterCard, Discover, AMEX), ACH bank transfers, and traditional checks/money orders.
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Payments can be made monthly, quarterly, or annually based on the chosen tuition plan.
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Automatic payments can be set up for convenience.