TUITION ASSISTANCE PHILOSOPHY
St. Philip’s School and Community Center has a need-based tuition assistance policy. For a school our size, we award a substantial amount of tuition assistance each year. Our admission decisions are made need-blind, without regard to a family's financial situation. We believe no qualified student should be denied enrollment because his or her family cannot afford tuition. It is also important to remember that an independent school education is a choice for families. Both the school and the families make significant financial sacrifices to support this choice. We review each application for tuition assistance by the same guidelines and evaluate individual family needs relative to others in our school.
Distribution of Tuition Assistance is based on need. It takes into consideration income, family size and any unusual circumstances. Online applications for tuition assistance are reviewed by the Tuition Assistance Committee; a calculation from CLARITY is used in determining the amount of the award.
Tuition assistance is limited to families who may qualify due to household size and income. See the chart below. Limited slots are available for re-enrolling and/or new families. You will be required to provide proof of income and dependents. Please complete the online tuition assistance application as required.
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PROSPECTIVE FAMILY TUITION ASSISTANCE GUIDE
• Families must complete the online Tuition Assistance application and submit all required supporting documentation in CLARITY by February 1st for priority consideration. CLARITY charges a $60 online fee for processing the application.
• Tuition Assistance Awards will be emailed with Admission Decisions.
Please note: Submit all online Tuition Assistance applications in CLARITY. Submit all supporting documentation to complete the application (refer to the CLARITY application for specific documentation requirements). Tip: Your tuition assistance application should be completed simultaneously with your admission application, in order to receive a timely decision. **Please ensure each student on the admissions application is also on the tuition assistance application.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Do I have to reapply every year? Yes. Because a family’s financial situation may change from year to year, the committee requires all current tuition assistance recipients to reapply each year. The amount of the award may vary depending on the circumstances of the family and school.
Do I have to pay the Tuition Deposit if I receive Tuition Assistance? Yes. The amount of the tuition deposit will be $250. Since it is a Deposit and not a Fee, the amount of your deposit will be applied to your tuition balance, thereby reducing the amount that will need to be paid by you during the Tuition Payment Plan year.
Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) & Tuition at St. Philip’s
St. Philip’s School and Community Center has carefully reviewed the Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) program and has elected not to participate at this time. As a result, we do not accept TEFA funds, school vouchers, or voucher-based tuition payments.
In keeping with our mission to serve families and the broader community, St. Philip’s uses a Household Contribution Model for tuition, which is designed to thoughtfully and fairly assess each family’s unique financial situation and determine a tuition amount that reflects their individual ability to contribute. This approach allows us to partner with families in a way that is both accessible and sustainable, ensuring that a St. Philip’s education remains within reach for families from a wide range of economic circumstances.
Families can begin the Household Contribution Model process by creating an account through Clarity: Start Your Household Contribution Application
Although we are not currently participating in TEFA, we will continue to evaluate the program’s benefits and restrictions to determine whether participation would align with our mission and values.
For questions about tuition or the admissions process, please contact the Office of Admissions at admissions@stphilips.com.
Additional Family Support:
a. In-app support through the “Help” button in the lower left corner
b. Email support at support@claritytuition.com
c. Phone support at 206-210-375