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Financial Aid Application Process

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any income limits when applying for aid?

There are no income limits to applying for assistance. Each family’s unique financial situation is considered when assessing need.

Who decides how much financial aid a family receives?

It is the responsibility of each school to decide how to best meet the needs of its students and families.

When will I be notified if my student has been awarded assistance?

Please contact your school administrator for details on your schools notification process.

Why am I mailing my application to FAIR?

Your school has contracted with FAIR to process the financial aid applications and provide an objective evaluation of each family’s financial need. FAIR is a nationally recognized leader in financial need evaluation services for private schools.

Is my personal financial information shared with any organizations other than FAIR?

All information is held strictly confidential and is not shared or disseminated in any way with any other organizations except for your student(s) school.

How do I apply?

Application forms, instructions, and mailing envelopes may be obtained from the school where your student(s) attend / will attend. Mail the completed application and any necessary documentation along with a $25.00 check made payable to FAIR in the envelope provided by the due date on the front of the application.

You may also be able to apply on-line . Check with your school administrator to see if your school offers this option.   If your school has chosen to offer our on-line application process and you would like to submit your application on-line then you will need the following:

1. Your School Code and School Password (provided by your school administrator)
2. A valid email address
3. A credit card (Visa or Mastercard) to complete payment processing
4. A complete copy of your Federal Income Tax Return with all schedules and W-2's from the previous year

To begin the on-line application process parents should go to www.fairapp.com and click on the "On-line Application" link. You can then create a user account using your email address and a password that you select. Once you have created a user account and signed in you will be able to complete the FAIR application on-line.  

 




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