Costs Details
Alabama Connections Academy
Is Tuition-Free (Yes, Really!)
One of the most common questions we are asked by prospective families is “How much does Alabama Connections Academy tuition cost?” The answer is: absolutely nothing. Here, your student will gain the skills and confidence they need to thrive in a changing world, at no tuition cost to you.
Similar to a traditional brick-and-mortar school, Connections Academy® receives funding directly from the state, allowing us to provide students with a high-quality learning experience, aligned with Alabama educational standards, at no cost to families. There are no hidden fees—families are only responsible for covering school supplies, optional in-person field trips, and in some cases computer & internet.
Online Public School
Funding Source
No cost to families.
Educational costs are taxpayer funded.
Texts & Instructional Materials
No cost to families.
Included with curriculum.
School Supplies & Field Trips
Families are responsible for the cost of select school supplies and fees for optional field trips.
Computers & Internet
Select schools provide computers and/or Internet subsidy options for the school year.
Brick-&-Mortar Public School
Funding Source
No cost to families.
Educational costs are taxpayer funded.
Texts & Instructional Materials
No cost to families.
Included with curriculum.
School Supplies & Field Trips
Families are responsible for the cost of select school supplies and fees for optional field trips.
Computers & Internet
Computers and Internet are provided at school during the school day, as needed.
Alabama Connections Academy families are responsible for providing their own computer. Please make sure to check our minimum computer requirements.
Computers will be available for households that request and are approved for a technology hardship exception. Any computer equipment supplied by the school is on loan during enrollment and must be returned upon withdrawal, graduation, or at the request of the school. Please refer to your school handbook for details. The handbook is available after the initial enrollment registration.
Get Started
Ready to Enroll?
Alabama Connections Academy is committed to helping each student gain the knowledge and skills they need to thrive, both in the classroom and long after graduation. Start the enrollment process now.
Steps to Take
Select "Start Enrollment"
To begin, select "Start Enrollment" to start your application.
Fill Out Your Application
Answer the questions in our online system and submit necessary documents.
Confirm Your Enrollment
You'll gain access to Pearson Online Classroom and the Learning Coach Community.