Tuition Assistance

St. John's Jesuit High School strives to make a Catholic education affordable to students by allocating funds for need-based tuition assistance. Over $3.1 million has been pledged for the 2009-2010 school year. Currently we partner with over 71% of our families. The average award per family is $4,600.

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Tuition

Tuition for 2009-10 is $9,340. This includes all fees.

Please note, only 1 in 4 families pays full tuition. St. John's Jesuit grants more financial assistance than any high school in the area. More than 70% of our families pay less than full tuition.

Awards range from $450 to $8300 with the average award at $4,600. Total Aid Awarded this year is $3.1 Million.

"Many circumstances impact a family's ability to receive financial assistance. The number of children in a family, college expenses, job status. There are several things considered in awarding assistance. We do all we can to make a St. John's education affordable to those who want their sons to receive this superior educational experience," explains Rita Hayes, director of admissions.

For more information or to speak privately with our Admissions Director email rhayes at sjjtitans.org or call 419.865.5743 ext. 257.

MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS

Ignatian Scholar Award
A four-year renewable scholarship of $2,000 is offered to those who score in the 98th and 99th local percentile on the SJJ Placement Test in December and January. No application is required.

Claver Scholar Award
A four-year renewable scholarship of $1,000 is offered to those who score in the 90th to 97th local percentile on the SJJ Placement Test in December and January. No application is required.

Hopkins Scholar Award
A four-year renewable scholarship of $500 is offered to those who score in the 75th to 89th local percentile on the SJJ Placement Test in December and January. No application is required.

Toledo 2020 Scholars Program
The Toledo 2020 targets academically talented minority students whose economic and social disadvantages would otherwise preclude a St. John's Jesuit education.

Community Service Scholarship
Renewable $1,000 scholarship is given in appreciation and in memory of those with the emergency response team who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. Available to incoming freshmen parents who are full-time law enforcement or firefighters in Northwest Ohio. Scholarships are renewable if the students maintain a 2.5 GPA. Applications are due by February 28, 2010. Exceptions are made for late admission applicants. Community Service Scholarship

TUITION ASSISTANCE

What is Tuition Assistance?
The Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) refers to funds granted to make St. John's Jesuit more affordable to families. Funds for TAP are generated by an annual fund-raising event, a scholarship endowment fund, the annual fund drive and through the contribution of generous donors. All grants are based on a family's financial need and the program's availability of funds.

Who should apply?
If a need exists, we encourage families to apply. A number of factors are considered to determine whether or not a family will qualify for tuition assistance. Utilizing a national review system the school determines the grant amount, if any, to be offered to the student.

Every family is expected to contribute something to the payment of tuition. Many factors are evaluated when determining tuition assistance. These include household size, number of children at private schools, family crisis, medical emergencies, business setbacks, etc. Each application is reviewed by an independent source.

Tuition assistance is assessed by a private agency. We make every effort to match the demonstrated financial need of any student who qualifies for admission and wishes to attend St. John's Jesuit High School.

In order to maintain tuition assistance, students must have a 2.0 GPA .

The following chart shows the number of Need-Based Financial Awards provided to families who completed the tuition assistance application in the 2009-2010 school year. St. John’s Jesuit High School focuses on fairly and equally evaluating all of its families based on each family’s income and tuition obligations. The Financial Aid awards are primarily awarded to lower and middle class families. Upper middle-class families with several dependent students in tuition charging schools may also receive financial assistance.

2009/2010 Financial Aid Need Based Award Distribution:

St. John's Jesuit High School Financial Aid Office reaches families with significant financial need and still supports middle class families. Consideration is especially given to middle class with several children in college or private schools. This year we had several families in the upper-middle class income range lose jobs or had a reduction in income. The primary goal of the St. John's Jesuit Financial Aid Office is to make a Jesuit education affordable for all families.

When should I apply?
Fall of 8th grade year and the Spring of each year after.

How do I apply?
Tuition assistance packets can be obtained by contacting the Scholarship/Financial Aid Office at 865-5743 ext. 257 or complete an Online Application. Complete all portions of the tuition assistance application and attach a copy of your latest tax return and supporting documents. All applications are held in the strictest confidence by the Tuition Assistance Committee and by St. John's Jesuit. Complete an Online Application.

How do I know if I qualify?
The Tuition Assistance Committee attempts to advise all incoming students before registration (March) and current students by early May.. Tuition assistance applicants receive a letter informing them if aid is being awarded or not, and for how much. All families are expected to make some contribution towards a student's tuition.

Must I re-apply every year?
Yes, grants are not automatically renewed. Tuition assistance application form must be submitted for each school year.

Does this aid have to be repaid?
No.

Does St. John's Jesuit have a work-study program?
Yes, however, the work-study program is selective because there are a limited number of positions. You must qualify for tuition assistance to be eligible for consideration for this program.

Does an award of financial aid guarantee acceptance into St. John's Jesuit?
No, tuition assistance is awarded independently of the admissions process and has no impact on the decisions made by the Admissions Committee.

When assistance is awarded, what options are available to pay the remaining tuition balance?
St. John's Jesuit offers four payment options: The annual payment plan requires tuition to be paid in full by July 1.

FACTS Payment Program.
Families can divide their tuition payments over a 8, 9 or 10-month cycle. Payments are zero interest with an annual fee of $150. Use Visa or MasterCard. Direct any additional tuition assistance inquiries to: Scholarship/Financial Aid Office St. John's Jesuit High School (419) 865-5743 ext 257.