Financial Policies

MONTHLY CLASS PAYMENTS

Payments are posted to each family's Jackrabbit account on the 1st of each month and are payable to The Studio of Dance & Arts. Payments must be made by the 10th of each month to avoid a $15.00 late fee, unless prior arrangements have been made.

• Mailing address: The Studio of Dance & Arts, P.O. Box 2111, Havre, MT 59501

• In-person payments: A secure payment drop box is located on the information wall outside the waiting room.

• Check payments: Please include the student’s name on the memo line.

• Statements will NOT be issued for monthly tuition – it is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to regularly check their Jackrabbit account to ensure fees are not going unpaid.

A $30.00 fee will be charged for each returned check.

 

COSTUMES

Costumes are typically ordered twice per year: once for the Holiday Gala (December) and once for the June Recital.

• A $25 recital costume deposit per enrolled class is due by November 15th. This deposit will be applied to the final costume invoice.

• All costume sales are final, including extracurricular dances. If a size exchange is needed, the studio will help facilitate the process.

• Costume deposits are non-refundable, except in cases of unavoidable conflict, where the deposit may be credited to the student’s account.

• Final costume invoices must be paid within 30 days of posting or will incur a $15 late fee for every 30-day period of non-payment.

• Extracurricular dance costumes (solo/duet/trio) must be paid in full before ordering and are not eligible for fundraising credits. Parents are also responsible for any shipping or return shipping fees.

• Fundraising credits are applied to recital costumes only, and only once per enrolled class.

 

FUNDRAISERS

The Studio hosts several fundraisers throughout the year. Participation is encouraged, as these events benefit all students.

• All fundraisers must be coordinated through The Studio. Independent fundraising is not permitted.

• As a nonprofit, we must follow IRS guidelines. Therefore, Individual Fundraising Accounts (IFAs) are not allowed.

• All fundraising proceeds will be distributed equitably among participants.

 

TUITION

We strive to keep classes affordable for Hi-Line families. Monthly tuition is based on the number of classes a student is enrolled in:

• 1 class – $40/month

• 2 classes – $75/month

• 3 classes – $105/month

• 4 classes – $130/month

• 5 classes – $150/month

• 6 or more classes – $165/month

Sibling Discounts (same household):

• 2nd child – 25% off

• 3rd child – 50% off

• 4th+ children – 75% off

 

COSTUME COSTS

Costumes are capped at $100 each before any fundraising credits are applied. This does not include required shoes, accessories, alterations, or any other unforeseen fees.

 

HARDSHIP ARRANGEMENTS

If you are experiencing financial hardship, please contact the Treasurer to discuss your account. We are happy to work with you.

 

REFUNDS

The Studio does not issue refunds or prorate tuition for missed classes or dropped enrollment.

• To drop a class, an Add/Drop Form must be submitted by the 20th of the month prior to the desired drop date.
  For example: To drop a class effective November 1, notice must be received by October 20.

 

MERCHANDISE & COSTUMES

All merchandise and costumes billed through Jackrabbit are considered final sale.

• All posted fees are due within 30 days or a $15 late fee will apply.

• It is the family’s responsibility to regularly check their account for any assessed charges.

 

UNPAID FEES

Accounts with unpaid balances are subject to late fees and may have restrictions applied, including but not limited to:

• Ineligibility to participate in competitions, workshops, or special events

• Inability to purchase studio gear (e.g., warmups)

• Application of future payments to past-due balances before applying to new charges