Tuition

The base tuition rate for a parishioner with one child is $4,596. Discounts apply for siblings enrolled, and for payment in full at registration. Please see the table below for further information. Families receive significant discounts based on the number of siblings enrolled in the school, and family status as active Catholics or parishioners.

For example, active members of the St. Mary Parish, who demonstrate their commitment to the parish through involvement in parish works and through weekly financial contributions, pay less tuition in recognition of the support they offer to the life of the parish.

In addition a 4% discount is applied if all tuition is paid in full at the time of registration. Families who opt not to pay in full at registration, must enroll in the FACTS Automatic Tuition Payment Agreement. This FACTS agreement allows for monthly tuition payments through electronic funds transfer.

Tuition discounts are applied according to the following schedule:

2011-2012 Tuition Per Child

*4% discount if tuition is paid in full at registration

Other Registration Costs:

Registration Fee: $300 per child
Class Fees vary by grade
Registration for the Extended Day Program (Extension): $75 through August, $100 if paid after August 31

Tuition Assistance

We believe that a St. Mary School education should be financially accessible to any family in the parish who wants a Catholic education for their children. Therefore, need-based tuition assistance is available for active parishioners of St. Mary’s Church.

Tuition Assistance We believe that a St. Mary School education should be financially accessible to any family in the parish who wants a Catholic education for their children. Therefore, need-based tuition assistance is available for active parishioners of St. Mary’s Church.

Financial Aid packets are available in the school’s business office. The application process is completely confidential.

The deadline for application is April 15, for the following school year. Awards will be made based on need and the availability of funds. Families receiving financial aid must reapply yearly.

Applications are processed by the FACTS Grant & Aid Assessment Program. Applicants may submit a written application, or apply online at www.factstuitionaid.com.

FACTS helps St. Mary School assess eligibility for financial aid, by standardizing the process and offering independent, objective financial analysis. Ultimately, award decisions are made by St. Mary School. Award notifications are made in May.

A $20 application, processing fee payable to FACTS Grant & Aid needs to accompany the application. Families will be notified in May as to any tuition assistance that they may receive. If you have any questions, please contact Kelly Robinett at 452-1100, extension 17.

In order to complete your application, you will need the following information:

• Copies of your most recent IRS Federal Form 1040, or 1040A US Individual Income Tax Return, including all supporting tax schedules (C, E & F). FACTS does not accept State Tax returns.
• Copies of your most recent W-2 Wage and Tax Statements for both you and your spouse.
• Supporting documentation for household Social Security Income, Welfare, Child Support, Food Stamps, Worker’s Compensation, and TANF.
• Payment of a nonrefundable $20 application fee.