Every family should have the opportunity.

Accessible & Affordable

At St. Elizabeth School, we believe that every family should have the opportunity to experience the rich benefits of a Catholic education. Nestled next to St. Elizabeth Catholic Church in Wilmington, DE, our welcoming community is dedicated to providing quality education from primary through high school, all while maintaining affordability. Grounded in the values of hospitality and service, we focus not only on academic excellence but also on fostering creativity, resilience, and spiritual growth in our students, preparing them to become tomorrow's compassionate leaders.

2025-2026 Tuition Information

Pre-K 2:

2-3-5 Days/Week

Full & Half-day options

Pre-K 3 & 4:

3-5 Days/Week

Full & Half-day options

Kindergarten:  $8,170 per year

1st grade - 7th grade: $8,295 per year

8th Grade:  $8,420
9th - 11th: $12,500

12th Grade: $12, 825
Additional fees may apply


Re-enrollment fee 10th-12th grades:   $125

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We are committed to making Catholic education accessible and affordable for all families.

Financial Aid

St. Elizabeth School's financial aid (9-12) is designed to make a our education possible for all families based on demonstrated financial need and the availability of funds. We are proud to use the Clarity Application to determine a family’s level of financial need.

The deadline for completing the St. Elizabeth School financial aid application including relevant supplemental documents is March 2026.

If you need support during the process of completing your application, there is in-app support available through the “Help” button in the bottom left of the screen, as well as email and phone support at  support@clarityapp.com or 206-210-3752, in both English and Spanish. The application itself is also fully translated into Spanish.

St. Elizabeth School offers tuition assistance (grades K-12) through the Diocese of Wilmington's Vision for the Future Tuition Assistance Program.


The process is through FACTS and only available until January 2026 for the 2026-2027 school year.  Families can apply online. Families must reapply for financial assistance each year. Tuition payments will be adjusted by St. E Business Office after we receive notification of the award from the Diocese.

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On Average 58% of students receive some sort of financial aid assistance.

On Average 25% of students receive some sort of scholarships and grants.

Financial Aid: Frequently Asked Questions

  • How and when do I apply for financial aid for St. Elizabeth High School?

    Beginning September 15, 2023, go to Portal to begin your PFS online. The deadline for submitting your financial aid application online is December 23, 2023.
    Family Portal

  • What is the Parents’ Financial Statement (PFS)?

    The PFS is an online form where you enter personal information including income, expenses, assets and debts. SSS assesses the information and estimates the amount you can contribute to school expenses and then sends this information to St. Elizabeth. St. Elizabeth makes its own financial aid decisions based on the PFS data while taking into consideration the school budget and financial aid policies.

  • What type of financial aid is available?

    St. Elizabeth financial aid process is need-based. Families who demonstrate need may be granted a financial aid award to lower the amount of tuition they are required to pay. This award is for one year and does not need to be repaid. The money comes directly from the St. E financial aid budget. Financial aid awards range from $500 to $6200.

  • Is my information safe online?

    Yes. The process SSS uses to protect your information meets the most rigorous standards.

  • How long does it take SSS to send my results to St. E?

    Schools receive immediate notification when your PFS has been submitted but it may take up to 48 hours for the school to view your uploaded documents.

  • How much does it cost to submit a PFS?

    The cost to submit a PFS online for financial aid consideration for the 2024-25 academic
    year is $60.00.

  • Can I change the information after I submit the PFS?

    Yes. You can submit changes via the PFS Online at https://sssbynais.force.com/familyportal. There is no fee to make a change.
    Family Portal

  • Can I add a school after I submit the PFS?

    Yes. There is no fee to add a school.

  • Can I withdraw my PFS after I submit it?

    No. Once you have submitted and paid for your PFS, it cannot be withdrawn from the SSS system and your fee cannot be refunded. If you no longer wish to apply for financial aid, contact St. Elizabeth directly at (302) 656-3369.

  • Are there any other forms I must complete?

    St. Elizabeth requires that you submit 2022 tax forms & 2022 W2 for each parent in addition to the PFS. These documents can be uploaded in the “My Documents” tab in the online PFS.

  • How can I submit tax forms if I haven’t completed them yet?

    St. Elizabeth is requiring 2022 tax documents not 2023 documents, to allow every family ample time to complete their tax returns.

  • How do I compress files that are too large to upload?

    Some scanners create very large PDF files and the maximum file size that can be uploaded into the PFS Online is 10MB. Fortunately, there are a number of free software tools available to compress these into smaller files. Google “compress PDF” to find the option that works best for you.

  • How do I know if SSS has received my mailed-in documents?

    You can go to the PFS Online at https://sssandtadsfa.force.com/familyportal to track whether your documents have been received. Please allow 10 days for your documents to be received and processed.
    Family Portal

  • What if I am divorced or separated?

    SSS considers divorced parents living apart to be separate households, and as such, each parent should complete a separate PFS. Financial aid is awarded to students as a single amount and not to each parent household. It is the parents’ responsibility to divide the financial award among each parent.

    The Parent/Guardian section of the PFS should be completed as follows:
    Parent/Guardian A and B: Fill in the biographical and contact information exactly as you do on tax and other official forms. Include an email address so we can send you a confirmation that we have received your PFS. If either parent has more than one job, please identify.
    Other Parent: Complete this section only if the student applicant(s) has another living biological or legal (adoptive) parent that was not listed as Parent/Guardian A or B. Any noncustodial parent or parent with joint custody in separate households should be listed here, but he/she must also complete a separate PFS. Be sure your answers to the remainder of the questions in the PFS only pertain to the parents/guardians in your household.

  • What if I am not the parent of the applicant?

    If you are financially responsible for the student, complete the PFS (fill in the section for
    Parent A) and include a description of your relationship to the child.

  • What if I have more than one child?

    Using the PFS Online, you can enter application information for all your children who are applying for financial aid using a single application. You do not need to complete a separate PFS Online for each child.

  • What if I do not know the exact amount in response to a question?

    Enter your best estimate. Enter a zero (0) if no other amount applies. Do NOT leave items blank. Do NOT enter symbols, such as >, <, ~, or N/A, or words such as “none,” or “unknown.” If you estimate, for any question, that your 2022 amounts will differ by $5,000 or more from amounts for 2021, please be sure to itemize.

  • If I applied last year, do I have to fill out another PFS?

    Yes, you must file a new PFS for every year that you apply for financial aid. You will be able to transfer some information from the previous year’s application to speed up the process if you use the same login information.

  • Where can I get help?

    Call (800) 344-8328 or email sssandtadsfa@communitybrands.com with questions relating to completing the PFS form or website issues. Call the school directly at 302-656-3369 if your question involves the amount of the financial aid award.

  • What is Consumer Debt and how is it used in the calculation?

    In the “Family Assets & Debts” section,” you are asked to report your credit card debt. Given the variety of types of spending for which credit cards can be used, SSS does not factor this into the calculation of your family contribution.

  • When will I be notified if my child(ren) qualified for financial aid?

    Incoming Freshmen – financial aid awards will be included upon acceptance by
    the end of January 2024
    Upperclassmen – financial aid awards will be included on the tuition contracts at re-enrollment
    the end of January 2024

Confidentiality

All personal and financial information required and received by St. Elizabeth School is held in the strictest of confidence. Financial information is under no circumstances shared with individuals not directly involved in the aid determination process.