Admissions

Each year, a few new students join Camphill Soltane and embark on the 5-year Learning for Life program. Students may join Camphill Soltane when they are between 18 and 22 years old, and will graduate after completing our 5 year program. Although some graduates may go on to Camphill Soltane's Community House Program, admissions to this program are very limited.

Students with a broad range of developmental disabilities may find a place at Camphill Soltane. When considering applicants, we look for overall compatibility between the student and our community lifestyle, a willingness to pitch in and contribute to the work, and a desire on the part of the student for continued learning and self-development.

The admissions process begins with an initial inquiry to our This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it office. Interested families may then request a tour and in-person interview. If the initial visit indicates a potential match, the family will be asked to submit an application. Following the review of the application, a 2-week evaluation visit will be scheduled. Coworkers involved with the applicant during the evaluation visit submit a report detailing the experience. After all evaluation visits for prospective students have been completed, senior coworkers, the Therapy Team, and the Student Admissions staff will make recommendations on admissions decisions. Families receive notification about admissions decisions by late spring or early summer for the upcoming program year.

Our program year runs from the first week of September through the last week of July. Families should begin the admissions process 1 to 1 ½ years before their son or daughter wishes to enroll.

Tuition varies from year to year; some financial aid, in the form of scholarships, may be available. In 2011-2012, yearly tuition for residential students is $48,534; yearly tuition for day students is $26,410.

Students are admitted without discrimination as to sex, race, color, creed, or handicap.