You have an important financial decision to make for your family. You must decide how to finance your child’s tuition at St. Vincent Ferrer Catholic School. This in-depth web page offers you important information about how to afford this investment for your child.

What kind of returns will my child receive from an education at St. Vincent Ferrer School? 

1. Your child receives a superior academic education as indicated by our students scoring higher on standardized test scores when compared to both archdiocese and national averages.

2. Your child receives a dynamic faith-based education that permeates every single class.  In addition, you child plans and participates in weekly liturgies, including Mass each Wednesday.

3. Your child receives a vibrant co-curricular experience as evidenced in such programs as the Artist-in–Residence where they experience poetry, dance, quilting, and writing with an Ohio artist for two weeks.

4. Your child receives extra-curricular advantages in such programs as Hands on Science.  Parent volunteers in chemistry and physics lead this activity.  And yes, our students enjoy Catholic Youth Organization (CYO) athletics. 

You understand these values, but you may need a plan to finance your child’s ability to experience them at St. Vincent Ferrer. The following is a review of the tuition at St. Vincent Ferrer as well as the financial options available to you.

Active parishioner rates (K-8) for the 2008-09 academic year are:

One student =             $3,100 + $125 non-refundable technology fee due at registration.

Two students =            $6,200 + $250 non-refundable technology fee due at registration

Three students =          $7,700 + $375 non-refundable technology fee due at registration

Four students =            $8,500 + $500 non-refundable technology fee due at registration

The inactive/non-parishioner rate (K-8) is $4,750 per student + $125 non-refundable technology fee due at registration.  Active parishioner tuition rates are offered to families who worship at, volunteer at, and contribute financially to St. Vincent Ferrer Parish.  Tuition only covers about 50% of the cost to educate your child at our school. The parish subsidizes about 40% of this cost, while the remaining 10% comes from state reimbursements and other donations to the school .

Here are some options available to pay your tuition. 

Option # 1:  You can pay in full by the first day of school. About 5 % of our current school families are able to utilize this option.     

Option # 2:  Unless you clearly feel that you will not be eligible, you should apply for institutional financial assistance at St. Vincent Ferrer. Nearly 20% of school families have applied in the past, with many receiving some level of assistance. In order to apply, please contact the school office to obtain a Private School Aid Service (PSAS) application, which requires 2007 tax return information. All information is kept strictly confidential. Forms are mailed to PSAS, which sends a report to St. Vincent Ferrer School with suggested financial assistance amounts. St. Vincent Ferrer School determines the individual awards based on this report. If you decide to apply and need help completing the application, please contact the school.

Option # 3:  You can also choose to arrange a payment plan that begins July (adjusted if you are enrolling after July) and ends in April. This is the most popular option at our school. Most of our families pay over this 10-month period. Pay Your Tuition by EFT

Here are answers to frequently asked financial questions?

Who qualifies for financial assistance & how much assistance can I expect?

Financial assistance is based upon your family’s income, number of dependents and any extenuating circumstances; therefore, no family automatically qualifies for assistance. Financial assistance awards vary depending on your family’s financial situation and the availability of funds at the parish.

When will I be notified of how much assistance I have been granted?

The parish notifies families that qualify for tuition assistance over the summer, usually by July 15.

What if I decide not to accept the financial assistance award — do I receive the registration fee back?

The registration/technology fee at St. Vincent Ferrer Parish School is not refundable.

Is there a discount for paying in full?

The school does not provide any discount for payment in full.

Is there a Finder Fee for helping recruit students?

The school does not offer a finder fee or discount for helping to recruit other students.

What if my financial situation changes during the school year?

In a few cases, a family’s financial situation changes substantially during the school year. In these cases, the family is encouraged to speak with the principal.

The pastor, principal, and business manager at St. Vincent Ferrer School want to be a support to you in this process of financing our school’s tuition.  We want to make sure that you have investigated and understand every option available to you.  If you have any questions, please contact the school at (513) 791-6320 or email your questions to  Doug Alpiger - Principal  

One last thought to leave you with regarding an education at St. Vincent Ferrer School. Things that we purchase for our children come and go, but the gifts of quality academics, stimulating faith formation, and high self-esteem they receive at St. Vincent Ferrer School last a lifetime. Give them that gift!