Admission

Tuition & Affordability

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  • $2.9M+

    Financial Assistance and Merit Awards Given in 2022-2023
  • 100+

    Scholarships Offered to Incoming and Current Students
  • 77%

    Students Receive Tuition Assistance
  • $17,700

    Cost of Tuition for 2023-2024
We are aware of the many sacrifices that families make to send their daughters to Saint Joseph Academy and take great care each year to grant assistance to families in need. Accordingly, approximately 77% of our students receive scholarship awards or tuition assistance. Tuition for the 2023-2024 school year is $17,700 plus an additional $125 technology fee and a $60 registration fee. 

For some, the process of applying for tuition assistance and scholarships can feel overwhelming. This is why we work with each family to ensure the process is as simple and seamless as possible.

If you have questions that are not answered in the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) below, please contact the Finance Department.

Tuition Assistance

FACTS

A FACTS Grant & Aid Application must be completed to be eligible for a Saint Joseph Academy Tuition Assistance Award. FACTS, a third party vendor, evaluates all applications and establishes each family’s financial need. Saint Joseph Academy uses this information to determine tuition assistance awards. 

The FACTS application is due by November 17, 2023 and can be accessed here.

Diocesan Tuition Assistance

Students of Saint Joseph Academy may qualify for Diocesan Tuition Assistance (DTA) Grants from the Diocese of Cleveland. The same FACTS form is used to determine DTA grants. Notifications will be announced in late May 2024.

Scholarships

Saint Joseph Academy Scholarships

Saint Joseph Academy awards a number of scholarships, ranging from $500-$7,500. Many of these scholarships are available through the generosity of our donors. In order to be considered for any scholarship except Music and Visual Arts, you must complete the “Saint Joseph Academy Common Scholarship Application – Class of 2028.”

Saint Joseph Academy scholarship applications for the Class of 2028 are due by November 17, 2023 and must be submitted electronically.

Below are the links to all of the applications. Click here for a PDF document that lists all the scholarship opportunities for the Class of 2028. Please refer to before you start the application process.

When submitting your daughter's report card, please email the most recent copy to scholarship@sja1890.org. In the subject line, enter “Report Card” along with her full first and last name.   

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  • Saint Joseph Academy Common Scholarship Application - Class of 2028

    The Common Scholarship application must be completed to be considered for any scholarships other than the Music and Visual Arts Scholarships, which have their own applications. Some information requested on this form pertains to criteria for specific scholarships.

    Click here to apply.
  • Sursum Corda Scholarship Application

    Through the generosity of its donors, Saint Joseph Academy is able to offer ten $2,000 Sursum Corda Scholarships to the Class of 2028. This scholarship is renewable each school year as long as the student maintains a 3.0 accumulated GPA and a continued commitment to service of at least 40 hours annually.

    In addition to this application, the student must also complete the Saint Joseph Academy Common Scholarship Application - Class of 2028.

    Click here to apply.
  • Music Scholarship Application

    A limited number of renewable Music scholarships of varying amounts will be awarded to students for vocal and instrumental music, based upon an audition.

    Click here to apply.
  • Visual Arts Scholarship Application

    A limited number of renewable Visual Arts scholarships of varying amounts will be awarded to students based upon a submitted art portfolio.

    Click here to apply.
  • Visual Arts Scholarship - Teacher Recommendation

    If you are applying for a Visual Arts Scholarship, a teacher recommendation is also required. You can copy the link to the Visual Arts Scholarship Application Recommendation Letter below and send it to your Art teacher.

    Click here for the form.

State Scholarships

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  • Cleveland Scholarship Program

    The Cleveland Scholarship Program is available to residents of Cleveland and other students assigned to the Cleveland Metropolitan School District. The value of this state-funded voucher for the 2023-2024 school year is $8,407 and applications for new awards will be considered through June 30, 2024. Families are responsible for the balance of tuition; however, they may apply for other merit and need-based tuition.

    More information is available on the Ohio Department of Education website.
  • Ohio EdChoice Scholarship Program

    The Ohio EdChoice Scholarship Program provides state-funded scholarships for students to attend private schools. As part of Ohio’s recently passed biennial budget, an extensive expansion of the EdChoice Program provides universal scholarship funding to eligible Ohio families who apply. Award amounts will vary based upon family size and income, with the full award being increased to $8,407 for high school students for the 2023-2024 school year.

    More information is available on the Ohio Department of Education website.
  • Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship Program

    The Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship provides state-funded scholarships to students who have an Individualized Education Plan from their district of residence. The amount of the award will vary based upon the disability of the student. Applications for awards are accepted year-round.

    More information is available on the Ohio Department of Education website.

Financial Aid & Tuition FAQ

List of 11 frequently asked questions.

***All scholarships and tuition assistance awards are subject to availability and applicant's fulfillment of the criteria requirements.

Important Dates

FACTS Application Deadline
November 17, 2023

Scholarship Application Deadline
November 17, 2023

Financial Aid and Scholarship Award Letters Mailed
Late December 2023/Early January 2024

Cleveland Scholarship Program Deadline
Application period remains open through June 2024

EdChoice Scholarship Program Deadline
Application period remains open through June 2024

Diocesan Tuition Assistance Awards
May 2024



Meet the Team

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  • Photo of Moira McGreer

    Ms. Moira McGreer 

    Vice President of Finance and Administration
  • Photo of James Baraona

    Mr.  James Baraona 

    Controller
    216.251.6788 ext. 252
  • Photo of Eileen Quinn

    Mrs. Eileen Quinn 

    Accounts Payable/Payroll Assistant
    216.251.6788 ext. 251
  • Photo of Deborah Ross

    Mrs. Deborah Ross 

    AR/Student Billing Assistant
    216.251.6788 ext. 205