Basketball Rates & Equipment

Basketball Program Investment

SSS Academies offers a comprehensive basketball program that includes elite coaching, state-of-the-art facilities, academic support, and college preparation. Below are the costs associated with our basketball program for the 2026-2027 academic year.

Academy Tuition

Academic Program

$30,000 / year

✓ Online School of Arizona curriculum
✓ Alpha1 AI learning platform
✓ P-TECH program access
✓ Technology & lab fees included
✓ College counseling
✓ NCAA eligibility guidance

Boarding & Housing

9-Month School Year

$15,000 / year

✓ Private room with bathroom
✓ 3 meals per day included
✓ 24/7 supervision & security
✓ Study areas & common rooms
✓ Laundry facilities
✓ WiFi & utilities included

🏀 Basketball Equipment & Fees

🎽 Equipment Package

$500 / year

Complete basketball equipment package including practice gear, game uniforms, warm-ups, and team apparel.

👟 Footwear

Not Included

Players must provide their own basketball shoes. We recommend having 2-3 pairs for practice and games.

🏀 Practice Basketballs

Included

All practice and training basketballs are provided by the academy.

🎒 Team Bag

Included in Package

Official SSS Academies team bag included with equipment package.

Additional Fees

Application Fee

One-Time, Non-Refundable

$1,500 one-time

✓ Application processing
✓ Athletic evaluation
✓ Academic assessment
✓ Holds enrollment spot

International Student Fee

Additional Annual Fee

$3,600 / year

✓ I-20 processing & support
✓ Visa documentation
✓ International student services
✓ Cultural integration support

📊 Total Annual Cost Estimate

Academy Tuition $30,000

Boarding (9 months, 3 meals/day) $15,000

Basketball Equipment Package $500

Total Annual Cost $45,500

Arizona ESA Voucher Discount: -$7,600
Arizona residents may qualify for the Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA) program.
Net Cost with ESA: $37,900

💳 Payment Options

Full Payment

Due: July 1, 2026

Pay in full before the start of the school year.

Two-Payment Plan

50% / 50% Split

First payment due July 1, 2026. Second payment due January 1, 2027.

📋 Important Notes

Books: Textbooks and course materials are not included in tuition. Students are responsible for purchasing required books.
Insurance: All students must have health insurance coverage. Proof of insurance is required before enrollment.
AAU Tournaments: Travel expenses for AAU tournaments and exposure events are not included and will be billed separately.
Summer Programs: Summer training programs are separate and not included in the annual tuition.
Personal Items: Players must provide their own basketball shoes, personal training gear, and toiletries.
Refund Policy: The $1,500 application fee is non-refundable. Tuition refund policies are detailed in the enrollment agreement.

🏀 Basketball Rates & Equipment