The majority of our classes are scheduled for 9 months beginning in September and ending with our final performance in May. Tuition for these classes is from September thru May. Tuition is not prorated based upon the number of classes taken or registering late. Periodically, workshops will be offered (as noted on the class details) for which payment in full is due at registration.

TUITION PAYMENT OPTIONS

Two tuition payment plans are offered. Costume payment schedule remains the same with either option.

1. Payment in full for the entire year

• At Registration – Tuition portion for ALL classes is paid at registration with any applicable fees.
• Family Discount – A one-time discount of $15 is given per family if this option is chosen.  

2. Payment is divided into 3 equal installments as detailed below. Payment due dates for classes that run the entire season from September thru May are:

• At Registration – first payment of tuition and any applicable fees.
• November 2nd – second payment of tuition and any applicable fees.
• February 1st – FINAL payment of tuition, remaining costume balance and any applicable fees.

Invoices will be mailed about two weeks prior to the payment due date.

CLASS FEES

There is a one-time class fee of $10 for each music class taken payable at registration.

HOW TO PAY

1. In person during normal business hours. We accept cash, check or credit cards (VISA, MasterCard, or Discover).
2. Over the phone with a credit card (VISA, MasterCard, or Discover).
3. Using on line bill pay from your bank or credit union:

• Be sure to include your Family ID as your Account Number if you choose this method of payment
• Make checks payable to: Mt Zion Performing Arts
• Send all checks to: 4900 Maybee Rd, Clarkston MI 48348

4. Using our eMail address (tuition@mtzionPA.com) from your bank or credit union:

• Be sure to include your Family ID as your Account Number if you choose this method of payment. Your Family ID can be found on your invoice above your name.
• Send all payments to: tuition@mtzionPA.com
• Log into your on line bank account: Go to ‘send money via eMail’ or ‘send money using Zelle’.

CLASSES SCHEDULED FROM SEPT – MAY (I.E., 9 MONTHS)

Once registered, we are counting on your student to be a part of the program. This is critical as our teachers are part time and giving up employment elsewhere to support your child(ren).  As such, we ask that you do not ‘drop’ a class unless no other alternative is available. That being said, we do recognize that circumstances come up that require your student to drop a class.

In order to drop a class, please complete a Drop/Add Form as soon as you are aware of the need to leave the class. This is critical because costumes are ordered as early as November and many plans are made based upon your student being in the class. Once the form is received, refunds will be given based upon the following schedule:

• Sept 21st through Oct 2nd cancellations: 10% of full year tuition is required to be paid.
• Oct 3rd through Nov 1st cancellations: 35% of full year tuition is required to be paid.
• Nov 2nd through Nov 20th cancellations: 50% of full year tuition is required be paid.
• Nov 21st through Jan 31st cancellations: 75% of full year tuition is required be paid.
• Feb 1st through the end of the season: No tuition or costume refunds will be given.

Once registered, late registrations will follow the same schedule as noted above. Unless specifically requested, refund checks are processed and issued in June upon completion of our season. Click Here for Drop/Add Form.

CLASS & OTHER ONE-TIME FEES

Registration and other one-time fees including, but not limited to, class fee are non-refund

Mt. Zion Performing Arts is a non-profit organization owned and operated by Mt. Zion church. As a non-profit, we rely on your prompt payment in order for us to pay our staff and purchase costumes for your students. Costumes are ordered and paid for as early as November in order to receive them on time for pictures and recital. So, although it is not our preference, the following fees will be assessed in order to cover the extra costs incurred by the school for these items:

• Late Fee: A 5% late will be applied on all outstanding tuition and costume balances with a minimum fee of $5.
• Bounced Check Fee: A $36 bank fee will be applied for all checks returned for non-sufficient funds.