St. Mary’s offers sources of financial aid to parents/guardians:

    Diocesan Financial Aid (DFA)
    1. ​DFA is provided by the Diocese of Springfield
    2. DFA is available to all students within the Diocese of Springfield
    3. DFA is given at a maximum of $600 per student
    4. Apply for DFA by visiting https://online.factsmgt.com/signin/3H0NM
    Donahoe Scholarship
    1. The Donahoe Scholarship is provided through a significant endowment given specifically to St. Mary’s School
    2. All St. Mary’s families are eligible to apply for the Donahoe Scholarship
    3. In order to be considered for the Donahoe Scholarship, you must first apply for Diocesan Financial Aid.
    4. Apply by clicking here: Donahoe Scholarship Application 
    ​Good Shepherd Scholarship

    Any current SMS family who recommends a new incoming family will be awarded a $250 credit once the incoming family enrolls. The incoming family will also be given a $250 credit.

Acceptance for Financial Aid and the Donahoe Scholarship is given on a rolling basis until funds are depleted each year. Applications open in January for the school year beginning in September of the same year. The sooner you complete your application, the sooner you will know if you are awarded assistance for the next school year.
*Families who do not belong to a parish are not eligible for FACTS financial aid, but are eligible for the Donahoe Tuition Assistance Scholarship, please contact administration to apply.


***In order to be considered for the Donahoe Scholarship, you must first apply for Diocesan Financial Aid***