Sliding Scale Tuition Model

Leaning on solidarity economy principles, Farm School NYC utilizes a sliding scale tuition model. Tuition helps cover the cost of course materials and equitable compensation for facilitators, guest speakers, and growing spaces. Your contribution is an investment in your development as an advocate for food justice, as well as the future of Farm School NYC!

We rely on your honesty when determining your payment level, as we have a limited number of scholarships available based on funds we’re able to raise. We are working together to build a just and sustainable food system, and thank you for your integrity in helping to move our efforts forward. Learn more about our tuition journey here!

Check out the program guide for more details about tuition.

SEEDS

$95 per Course

$760 for UAC

SOLIDARITY

$750 per Course

$6,000 for UAC

BUILDERS

$175 per Course

$1,400 for UAC

ORGANIZATION RATE

$1200+ per Course

$9,600 for UAC

SUSTAINERS

$375 per Course

$3,000 for UAC

SCHOLARSHIP

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Seeds tickets are offered at 75% off the full cost of participation. This tier is recommended for people with an annual income under 45K.

Builder tickets are offered at 50% off the full cost of participation. This tier is recommended for people with an annual income between 45 and 60K.

Sustainer tickets cover the full cost of participation. This tier is recommended for people with an annual income between 60 and 80K.

Solidarity tickets cover the full cost of participation for you and one other person. This tier is recommended for people with an annual income over 80K. The $375 scholarship you provide is tax deductible.

Organizational Rate tickets cover the full cost of participation for you and two other people. This tier is recommended for those who are supported by an organization with a budget for professional development. Email programs@farmschoolnyc.org if you need a sliding scale option due to the organizational budget.

Scholarships are available. If you can’t afford tuition, please email programs@farmschoonyc.org. Include the subject line "Request for Scholarship" with your name. Please note, an email does not guarantee entry – participants must register to receive information for each course or workshop.

Participants have the option to make monthly payments when registering for each FSNYC Urban Agriculture Certificate (UAC) course, or one complete payment at the start of the program. Those who make one complete payment at the start of the program will receive a 10% discount. Tuition is refundable with written notice up to 24 hours before the first class, after which it becomes nonrefundable and nontransferable.

Use the chart below to further guide your contribution: