For Learners
Financial Assistance
Helping Increase Access to Learning Through Need-Based Assistance
Through the generosity of individuals, corporations, and foundations, the Stern Center can provide need-based scholarships to those who qualify for financial assistance. These awards are based on income and the number of people in your family. Costs may be reduced by 20–70%, depending on family eligibility.
How it Works:
Reach Out to Us
When you contact us to register for services, let us know that you are interested in applying for financial assistance.
Complete an Application
We’ll ask you to complete a short application form that includes a financial assistance section. We will review it to determine the amount of financial assistance we can offer.
Receive an Answer
We’ll let you know the amount of your need-based award within a few days and outline the total cost of services before you commit to a schedule.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I set up a payment plan?
We’ll provide you with a contract and invoice which can be paid in full by our deadline or managed through a payment plan that spreads the cost of services over several months.
Are there other sources of financial assistance?
There are other sources that may assist with the financing of Stern Center Services. These include your school or school district, employer, Hireability Vermont, VSAC, the Annie E. Casey Foundation, health insurance provider, and others. Please note, we are not an insurance provider and do not bill insurance.
Do you accept insurance?
While we are not an insurance provider and do not bill insurance, we encourage you to contact your insurance provider to see if your plan covers specific services, such as psychoeducational evaluations, speech and language assessments, and speech therapy provided by a non-network, non-insurance billing provider. Please note that learning services like instruction aren’t typically covered by insurance. If you learn from your insurer that coverage is an option, we will provide you with appropriate documentation for you to submit to your insurance carrier.
How do I apply for financial assistance?
Contact us to register for services and let us know you are interested in applying for financial assistance. We’ll ask you to complete a short application, which our team will review to determine the amount of financial assistance we can offer. After reviewing your application, we’ll notify you of our decision within a few days and apply your award directly as a need-based assistance discount.
Does the Stern Center offer financial assistance?
Yes. Through the generosity of individuals, organizations, and foundations, we can award need-based funds and provide additional assistance. Awards are based on income and the number of people in your family. Depending on family eligibility, costs may be reduced by 20–70%. Please review our Financial Assistance page and let us know if you want to apply for financial assistance when you register for services.
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For questions about our services and programs, email learning@sterncenter.org, call 802-276-8563, or fill out the form below.
