Tuition & Financial Aid

Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy carries out a need-blind application review process. The Admission Committee is unaware of who has applied for financial aid at the time of review, ensuring the applicant's admission outcome is not impacted.

Our Financial Aid program supports families who demonstrate financial need, thus a student's financial status should not prevent her from applying to Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy.

Complete the Clarity Financial Aid Application. Note: the financial aid application will not be open until October 1.

It is difficult to offer general guidelines by which you can determine your own eligibility. While a family’s income is an important consideration, many additional factors enter into the Committee’s decision-making process, including number of children, number of children attending  tuition-charging schools, other family dependents, assets, liabilities and unusual expenses. The Clarity application includes a question asking you to explain your specific family financial circumstances. The information provided is integral in assessing your financial need. 

FAQ's

Will my application for financial assistance affect my child's chances for admission?

No. Admissions decisions are made without regard to a family’s financial circumstances. Financial aid requests are reviewed by the Financial Aid Committee only after the admissions decisions have been made.

What if I am separated or divorced?

Parents who are divorced, separated, or never married must submit a complete financial aid application. All living parents are expected to contribute to their daughter’s education and complete all paperwork for financial aid. The Financial Aid Committee does not feel bound by the assertion that one parent disclaims responsibility for educational expenses. If two parents are not included in the application, this must be explained in the application.

What if I am a stay-at-home parent?

If a parent chooses not to work, an annual amount will be added to the income calculations for evaluation unless the employment status is reasonably explained in the application.

What happens if I cannot meet the financial aid deadlines (ie: tax return extensions)?

There’s no question that you are at a disadvantage if your file is not complete within the required time frame. We do understand, however, that there are factors that are sometimes beyond the family’s control. In such cases, please contact the Director of Finance and Operations. Families submitting late applications are placed on the financial aid waitlist. Upon completion, if funds are available, we are happy to make grants that take into account your calculated need and our remaining funds.

Do I need to reapply for financial aid each year?

Yes. Each year, families must reapply for aid for the following year. Unless your situation has changed greatly, your financial aid grant will remain relatively the same each year.

How are financial aid decisions made? Is the process confidential?

Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy retains the services of Clarity Financial Aid, an organization that helps independent schools across the country determine a family’s financial need. In reviewing each application for aid, the Financial Aid Committee considers both the Clarity information and all other additional details the family is asked to provide.

The Financial Aid Committee members generally include: the President, Principal, Chief Financial Officer, Director of Admissions, and Director of Advancement. The committee maintains strict confidentiality over the financial aid files. Teachers and/or students are not informed of financial aid decisions.

Are there scholarship programs that are not based on financial need?

Yes. Veritas Scholarships are academic and achievement awards available to 9th-grade students regardless of their financial need. These scholarships are awarded to incoming freshmen who demonstrate outstanding and consistent accomplishments in the areas of academics, co-curricular activities, service to their school, parish or community, along with outstanding academic references. Recipients are awarded scholarships of up to $10,000 per school year which are renewable based on the student’s continued satisfactory grades, effort and conduct. To be considered, applicants must submit a completed application by January 15, 2026.

What if I don't qualify for financial aid or a scholarship?

Flintridge Sacred Heart’s 10-month payment plan may be of assistance. If you would like to explore alternative payment options, we suggest contacting your bank for a loan or visit Your Tuition Solution, which offers fixed-rate education loans to qualifying parents.