Tuition Assistance

Two types of tuition assistance are available to qualifying families. You do not have to be Catholic to apply.  

1. The Archdiocese of Dubuque program Our Faith, Our Children, Our Future School Tuition Organization (STO)     OurFaithSTO.org 
2. The locally-funded St. Patrick program

Timeline for Fall 2021 Assistance (exact dates to be added later in January)

• The application window opens some time in January each year. Applications will be submitted online at https://online.factsmgt.com/aid.
• The deadline to apply and submit your tax return is normally April 15.
• Award letters are sent to parents in May with a June deadline to accept/decline assistance.
• A second round with a summer deadline may or may not be available this year.
• We advise families to complete their 2020 tax returns as soon as possible so they can apply early! For assistance with your application, call the FACTS call center at 1-866-315-9262 or contact St. Patrick Business Manager Laura Lockert at 319-277-6781.

How does tuition assistance work?

• Where does this money come from? Donors support Catholic education while receiving generous tax credits for their gifts. They give this money to help middle income families as well as those at lower levels.
• Last year qualifying families received between $200 to 90% of their tuition depending upon verified need.  Non-Catholic students can receive assistance up to the "Parishioner tuition rate" for the school.
• We encourage all families to apply.. Our local program may be able to help over and above the STO program or when when STO cannot. You must submit the FACTS application before you request local assistance. 

What are possible income qualifying levels for 2020-2021? 

•  STO qualifying levels listed last year were based upon 400% of the Federal Poverty Levels.  Final income qualifying levels will be determined by the "Our Faith" STO Board based on identified need and available funds. 
• For your reference, these are the qualifying levels for 2019-20 (last year). Check back later in January for updated levels.

• Falling within these guidelines does not necessarily guarantee tuition assistance awards.
• Visit the STO website for answers to Frequently Asked Questions and more information.

How to apply

Helpful resources:  How to Apply with FACTS Management      YouTube video 

1. Set up an account with FACTS Management then apply online at online.factsmgt.com/aid for both assistance programs. You will need your 2019 tax return, current W-2, and other applicable tax statements as explained in the How to Apply flyer. Use our school zip code 50613. The application fee is $31. 
2. Follow the directions to upload, fax or mail supporting documents.
3. Request local assistance after submitting the FACTS application.

What else can I do to lower my tuition bill?

Read our It's Affordable Flyer for other strategies to reduce your out-of-pocket cost.

For confidential assistance, or if the processing fee is cost prohibitive for your family, contact our Business Manager Laura Lockert at 319-277-6781 or LLockert@cfcatholicschool.org. Laura can help you fill out the online application and scan your tax documents. You may also contact the FACTS call center at 866-441-4637. 

See our Tuition page for other incentives that may help fund your child's education. Please note that tuition assistance is not available for preschool or for transportation fees (riding the bus is optional).