Every student at St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic School may apply for scholarships and tuition assistance. Working in partnership with parents, who are the primary educators of their children, we want to ensure that the young people in our school community have an opportunity to receive an affordable Catholic education.
In addition to applying for EdChoice, please apply for all available scholarships/tuition assistance offered to your family in order to keep the cost affordable. K-8 Tuition is $6,266 per student. Please make sure you register your child through your parent FACTS account before proceeding to the following scholarship applications. The deadlines and information on each scholarship application are as follows:
March 15th, 2025
In addition to applying for EdChoice, please apply for all available scholarships/tuition assistance offered to your family in order to keep the cost affordable. K-8 Tuition is $6,266 per student. Please make sure you register your child through your parent FACTS account before proceeding to the following scholarship applications. The deadlines and information on each scholarship application are as follows:
March 15th, 2025
- Angel Scholarship Fund (ASF)
- Diocesan Tuition Assistance (DTA)
- Parish Scholarship/Tuition Assistance
- Fund A Dream (FAD) **NEW APPLICATION PROCESS - Do not apply unless notified by school (see below)*
Edchoice scholarship by ode - 2025-2026
EdChoice is an income-based program through the state of Ohio. Students in grades K-12 are given the opportunity to attend a private school for little or no cost once approved. EdChoice provides up to $6,166 for grades K-8, and $8,408 for grades 9-12.
Full and Partial Scholarships are available for all SMA Students!
Renewal applicants please submit the following:
Click here for scholarship renewal forms
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Send in your application with a current utility bill - see acceptable proof of address here.
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Drop off your application at the school office, or email the documents to [email protected]
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*Please note - income verification for renewal students is not needed unless you have a decrease in income and would like to be evaluated for a higher award.*
New applicants please submit the following:
Click here for a new EdChoice application
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Submit a current utility bill - please be sure to check the acceptable proof of address form here
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Submit a copy of the child's birth certifcate to the school office or email all documents to [email protected]
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Limited Power of Attorney Form (For all students - filled out one time only, while your child is enrolled at SMA)
After submitting your application to the school, please wait for an email from us before proceeding to the next step. Income information must be entered on the OH-ID website AFTER your application is entered by the school in order for them to link.
Income Verification Helpful Tips
Quick Guide Income Verification Portal
Award Amounts for 2025-2026 (based on federal poverty level)
For more information on the EdChoice Expansion Scholarship Program through the Ohio Department of Education, please click here. Parents should also review the Attendance Policy for EdChoice if you choose to participate in the program.
After submitting your application to the school, please wait for an email from us before proceeding to the next step. Income information must be entered on the OH-ID website AFTER your application is entered by the school in order for them to link.
Income Verification Helpful Tips
Quick Guide Income Verification Portal
Award Amounts for 2025-2026 (based on federal poverty level)
For more information on the EdChoice Expansion Scholarship Program through the Ohio Department of Education, please click here. Parents should also review the Attendance Policy for EdChoice if you choose to participate in the program.
Angel Scholarship FundThe Angel Scholarship is based upon family financial need and household size. You must complete and submit the Angel Scholarship Fund application (opens January 15th) by March 15th. Please complete one form per student.
Watch the video above to learn more about the Angel Scholarship fund
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DIocesan Tuition Assistance (DTA)
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The Diocese of Cleveland provides tuition assistance through its Diocesan Tuition Assistance (DTA) program. The FACTS Grant & Aid Application must be completed online at www.online.factsmgt.com/aid and submitted by March 15th along with the required supporting documentation and non-refundable application fee. (Note: This is the same portal/login used for making tuition/registration payments.)
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Parish Scholarship/tuition assistanceScholarship/Tuition Assistance is available through the parish Adopt-A-Student program and the Horvath Endowment Fund. You must complete, sign and submit by March 15th the Parish Scholarship/Tuition Assistance Application.
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Fund A Dream
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Fund A Dream is a special scholarship program crafted to support Catholic education and designed to alleviate the financial burden faced by parents with demonstrated financial need. Through this initiative, donors are paired with deserving students. For detailed information on the program, you may visit the website at:
https://www.catholiccommunity.org/parish-school/fund-a-dream-resources/scholarship-information **THIS IS NOW A SCHOOL RECOMMENDED SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM... Each student recommended by the school will be considered to receive a $2500 scholarship to be applied to their tuition. If your student is recommended, you will receive an attestation to be completed and returned to the school before March 15th. The school will contact you regarding the status of your student's application.** |
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additional Scholarship information
Tuition Assistance Brochure
Families will be notified of scholarship/tuition assistance awards during the summer months. You may also find additional scholarship opportunities and information by visiting the Diocese of Cleveland website: Diocese of Cleveland Tuition Assistance
If you have any questions, please contact Carol Lorek in the parish office at [email protected].
Families will be notified of scholarship/tuition assistance awards during the summer months. You may also find additional scholarship opportunities and information by visiting the Diocese of Cleveland website: Diocese of Cleveland Tuition Assistance
If you have any questions, please contact Carol Lorek in the parish office at [email protected].