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Step 1: Get to Know Us
If you haven’t learned about our programs yet, you can do so here
Step 2: Say Hello!
We would love to hear from you! Please fill out the inquiry form below, and we will get back to you shortly:
Step 3: Come on in
Upon connecting and reviewing openings, we will meet you wherever you’re at! This can look like asking more questions, scheduling a tour, or submitting an application!
2024-25 Tuition Rates*
K-8th Grade
Per Child (First & Second): $3,833
Third Child: $1,916.50
Per Child (Fourth & Beyond): $958.25
Per Family: $1,000 Fundraising Opportunity**
Preschool
Tuesday/Thursday: $2,664
Monday/Wednesday/Friday: $3,833
5-Day: $6,498
*2025-2026 tuition rates will be available in April 2025
Tuition assistance is available for qualifying families with students in K-8th grades. Application deadline is Thursday, May 1, 2025.
**Each K-8 family is given a $1,000 fundraising opportunity. This means that instead of adding this amount to tuition, families can raise it during fundraising events put on by the school. If a family chooses not to participate or doesn’t fundraise the full amount, their family FACTS account will be charged with their remaining balance in April of the academic year. Preschool families are exempt from this charge.
FACTS Administrative Fee: A non-refundable administrative fee of $46 per student will be charged to each family’s FACTS tuition account. Preschool is separate.
Tuition Assistance
Tuition assistance is available through FACTS Grant and Aid. Applications for financial aid are due by Thursday, May 1, 2024.
Tuition assistance funds are limited. All families can apply for financial assistance. A $35 FACTS fees is charged when the family application is complete. All applications will be reviewed in May, and families will be informed of the amount they will receive by the Director of Advancement and Admissions, Carla Coonan.
Families wishing to send a child to St. Francis of the Lakes Catholic School will not be denied because of financial hardship, within the parameters of the funds available.
In the event a family needs to discuss their difficulty in meeting their tuition and fundraising obligations, please contact Carla Coonan.
“…in cooperation with and in support of the family…”
Why a Fundraising Opportunity?
The actual cost of educating each child at St. Francis of the Lakes Catholic School is $7,550 per year. To meet our budget for the coming year, this $7,550 would need to be covered by your tuition and parish assistance. With our mission in mind, we have arranged to lower tuition by $1,000 per family and instead provide opportunities during the school year for you to seek financial support from your community.
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