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Minnesota Connections Academy is Tuition-Free (Yes, really!)
One of the most common questions we are asked by prospective families is “How much does Minnesota 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 Minnesota 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 | Brick-&-Mortar Public School | |
|---|---|---|
| Funding Source | No cost to families. Educational costs are covered by our local school district. |
No cost to families. Educational costs are covered by the Department of Education. |
| Texts & Instructional Materials | No cost to families. Included with curriculum. |
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. | 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. |
Computers and Internet are provided at school during the school day, as needed. |
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