Camp costs work sheet
By Bankrate.com

Want to see how much sending your kids to camp will cost you this year? Get quick results by following these steps.

First, add up the total expenses and the total discounts and credits. Subtract the credits and discounts from the expenses to compare different camp options.

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CAMP A CAMP B CAMP C EXPENSES Tuition (total for length of stay) Transportation (To and from camp. Include costs to/from airport) Extra-program fees (Equestrian, computer or sports, space) Extra trips (Optional field trips, special interests) Activity fees (i.e., golf greens fees or admissions to attractions) Material fees (Crafts, culinary arts) Canteen allowance (Toiletries, snacks, batteries; average is $200 per month) Amenities (Laundry service, special-diet fees) Supplies/equipment (Sports equipment, sleeping bags, canoe rentals) "Shoulder season" (Pre- or postcamp stays) Membership (If required to attend camp) SUBTOTAL: EXPENSES $ $ $ DISCOUNTS/CREDITS Early registration Extra child discount(s) Extended enrollment discount Pretax savings (Amount reimbursed for day camps under DCFSA, www.fsafeds.com) Financial aid (Camperships, "need" discounts) Tax savings (20% to 35% of nonreimbursed expenses up to $6,000) (visit www.irs.gov for details) SUBTOTAL: DISCOUNTS/CREDITS $ $ $ TOTAL COST:(Expenses minus credits) = $ $ $