The Academy Center of the Arts is privileged to be able to offer discounts towards our education programs for members of the Greater Lynchburg community. The education program at the Academy Center of the Arts provides transformative artistic experiences, and the Education Access Program allows new and returning students of all ages and backgrounds to gain access with the assistance of discounts at various levels.
In 2018, the Academy Center of the Arts provided 583 scholarships (discounts), including 261 towards educational classes and 322 towards camp programs. In total, we discounted $31,787 towards education program tuition.
Learn more about the Education Access Program and how to apply below.
About the Education Access Program
Who is Eligible?
People of all ages and backgrounds are eligible. Discounts are for anyone who struggles to afford our educational programming. Need looks different for each applicant, so we encourage anyone with a financial concern to apply. We will do our best to accommodate your needs with available funds. If we are able, we will give up to two discounts per semester per student.
Members of the community may apply for the following Education Access Program discounts:
What types of Discounts are Available?
The Education Access Program offers the following discounts:
Need-based discount
- Must fill out Education Access Application form below
Multi-dependent discount
- For families registering multiple students in education programs
- Must fill out Education Access Application form below
Senior discount
- $25.00 discount towards classes over $75.00
- For adults ages 62+
- Can be utilized online or by phone with the promo code “senior”
- No need to fill out Education Access Application form below
Military discount
- 10% discount towards any class tuition
- This discount applies to military individuals only
- Must call to receive discount
Educator discount
- 10% discount towards any class tuition
- This discount applies to educators only
- Must call to receive discount
What can Discounts be Applied toward?
Discounts may be applied to any class, camp, or workshop at the Academy Center of the Arts. Discounts do not apply to performances, shows, or events.
How do I Apply?
Please fill out the form below in its entirety and click Submit. A representative from the Academy Center of the Arts will contact you thereafter. Discount recipient information is confidential between the student and our staff. We ensure a stigma-free space for all students.
