An investment in purpose, preparation, and potential.
A rigorous, relationship-centered education should be accessible to families who value personal attention, strong academics, character formation, and meaningful opportunity for their children. With small class sizes, a nurturing community, and opportunities for students to lead, compete, perform, and grow, Fuqua prepares students for lives of purpose.
Family Referrals
Word of mouth from a trusted friend is the top reason new families come to Fuqua. When a referred family enrolls, you receive a $425 incentive toward tuition.
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Apply for Aid
To assess what a family can contribute to educational expenses, Fuqua uses a trusted third-party resource, FACTS. Notifications of awards are released after the application is verified.
Apply to FACTSA Fuqua education is within reach.
Fuqua School is committed to making an independent school education accessible for families across Southside Virginia and beyond. Need-based financial assistance is available for qualifying families in grades PK–12. We also offer:
- Multi-child tuition discounts
- Flexible payment plans
- Transportation options across multiple counties
- Need-based financial assistance through FACTS
Enrollment timeline
February 2: Enrollment opens for all families
February–March 1: Priority enrollment for current families
April 1: Enrollment deposit discount deadline for current families
July 1: Binding enrollment deadline and enrollment deposit discount deadline for new families
Payment options
One Payment Plan — Due August 1
Two Payment Plan — Due August 1 or 15, and January 1 or 15
Monthly Payment Plan — Twelve monthly installments due on the 1st or 15th of each month, August–July
Your financial obligation is for the full annual tuition as stated in the enrollment contract. Tuition Refund Insurance (TRI) is required for families using the Two Payment or Monthly Payment plans and optional for families using the One Payment Plan. TRI is calculated as 3.25% of full tuition.
Recognizing Excellence in Every Falcon
Fuqua School is proud to offer a number of scholarships and awards each year, recognizing students for character, achievement, and service. Selection criteria vary by award — explore the list below to learn more.
Exemplifies the qualities represented by Mr. Bagby — exemplary character, model citizenship, and outstanding academic performance.
Presented to a student who has attended Fuqua School since the beginning of fifth grade, demonstrates the highest standard of citizenship, patriotism, and spirit of cooperation, and has attained exceptional academic achievement in grades five and six.
Exemplifies unquestionable character, gives service to school and/or community, strives for academic achievement, and exhibits dependability, good citizenship, intellectual curiosity, and promise.
Presented to a student who celebrates life, works effectively with peers and adults, demonstrates leadership, and maintains satisfactory academic achievement.
Requires a minimum 3.0 GPA maintained since ninth grade, sound moral character, demonstrated financial need, and residency in Prince Edward County.
Requires a minimum 3.2 GPA and demonstrates good character and school citizenship.
Demonstrates good moral character, respects fellow students, is involved in co-curricular activities, maintains acceptable academic performance, and enthusiastically demonstrates and promotes “school spirit.”
A merit-based scholarship established to honor student-athletes who exemplify excellence in athletics, academics, and character. Recipients should embody the core values of the ideal Fuqua School Falcon — a student who leads with integrity, strives for excellence, and contributes positively to both the school and the broader community. This award is open to new students applying for entry to Fuqua School.
To qualify, students must participate in two or more varsity sports while enrolled at Fuqua School, maintain a minimum GPA of 3.00, demonstrate exemplary behavior with a clean disciplinary record, be a new student applying for entry to grades 9–12, and be enrolled and in attendance on the first day of the academic year. Applicants must also submit two character reference letters — one from a community leader and one from a coach or community leader — emailed directly to [email protected]. Two awards are given annually ($1,750 each, renewable based on continued eligibility): one female and one male recipient.
Demonstrates a superior intellectual curiosity, a cooperative spirit, and a strong drive to learn through exploration.
Demonstrates high moral standards, an exemplary work ethic, leadership by example, humility and unselfishness, devotion to family, friends, and community, and a “can-do” attitude.
Demonstrates perseverance in the study of English grammar and literature, has contributed to a positive atmosphere during class discussions, and has displayed sensitivity to the feelings and concerns of fellow classmates.
Presented to the student who reflects the qualities Ruth Murphy personified — inspiring and encouraging of others, optimistic and energetic, compassionate, persevering, and forward-thinking.
Established by the PTSA to recognize one 7th–8th grade student who exemplifies service to Fuqua, dedicating themselves to enthusiastically furthering the mission of the Parent Teacher Student Association.
Demonstrates enthusiastic service and dedication to the school community.
Presented to the student who shares the same passions, spirit of volunteerism, and love for education as Mrs. Harwood.
Presented to a rising junior or senior who demonstrates pride in being a Fuqua Falcon, enjoys learning, is a friend to all, and plays a varsity sport.
Presented to a graduating senior who demonstrates leadership, sportsmanship, and school spirit.
Presented to a rising 6th grader who demonstrates strong scholastic standing, a positive attitude, and a passion for community engagement.
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Transportation Options
We serve 11 counties across Central Virginia, providing a ride to and from school for as many families as possible.
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