Pay Fees
Pay your fees online easily, or pay with check, or cash at camp.
If paying online, you are responsible for the processing fee.
We recommend completing this on a computer, or in Google Chrome browser on mobile.
2025 Drum Corps Audition Fee:
2025 Audition Fee ($50) – https://link.waveapps.com/zdv5dn-49w4q9
2025 Drum Corps Membership Deposit
2025 Membership Non-Refundable Deposit ($100) – https://link.waveapps.com/4ze7pu-cmdhq4
Credit Cards, Debit Cards, and Paypal Accepted
The Cost
When you sign a Member Agreement with The Saints, you agree to the financial obligations and payment schedule associated with that membership.
Payment of membership dues is MANDATORY. You need to demonstrate a willingness and ability to fulfill the financial commitment as described on the website at columbussaints.org, member handbook, and your member agreement. We expect payments to be made on-time per the detailed financial schedule. Any difficulties in adhering to the payment schedule must be discussed with corps directors, including being evaluated for an extended payment plan agreement.
Any contracted member not able to pay their portion of dues on-time per the payment schedule will result in the possible termination of an existing contract/participation agreement, suspension of participation, replacement of that member, or shifting of responsibilities/positions within the organization. There is a NO REFUND POLICY for participants of our audition camps or to contracted members to Saints (unless inline with listed reasons in Membership Agreement).
Fees for the 2025 season are as follows, and covers
- $50 Audition Fee
- $750 New Member Tuition*
- $30 for 18+ Background Check Fee
- $30 Safesport Fee – You Pay This Directly to Safesport
- Need based Extended Payment Plan available with director approval
- Returning members receive a $100 discount that will be applied upon being contracted.
Expenses covered in these fees include: Lodging On Tour, Some Food (during summer competition days; free days/time not included), Instruction & Staffing, Uniform Care & Maintenance, Out of State Travel, Equipment Care & Maintenance.
Payment Schedule
On due dates, a payment of any amount must be made, or a late fee will be assessed.
- Membership Deposit $100: Next Camp After Being Contracted
- Pay $50 at each camp / $100 monthly till paid off
May 21st, 50% of total balance must be paid or your ability to perform and travel with the corps will be restricted.
Extended Plan available on case by case basis with director approval.
If you are having challenges making payments DO NOT QUIT! Talk to the directors and ask for help
Members seeking a special payment plan must speak with the Executive Director. This includes those who wish to pay offline. Checks can be mailed to the Saints Office P.O. Box 361681 Columbus, Ohio 43218 by the end of the month listed in the chart above (so plan accordingly if you are going to mail a check).
Checks can be made out to Columbus Saints. If you are writing a check for member dues, please ensure that the member’s full name and a brief description is written on the memo line of each check. We do not accept starter checks. Please ensure that a name, address, phone number, and check number are at the top of each check.
The payment of membership dues is MANDATORY. We expect payments to be made on-time per the outlined financial schedule above. Any difficulties in adhering to the payment schedule must be discussed with corps management. Any difficulties in adhering to the payment schedule must be discussed with corps directors, including being evaluated for an extended payment plan agreement.