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Tuition Rates for the 2026-27 school year
- In-Parish Tuition: $11,200 (for registered members of a Catholic parish in the Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph)
- Out-of-Parish Tuition: $13,400
*Tuition for the upcoming school year is finalized each October.
Important Notes
Tuition does not include consumable books, uniforms, or lunch.
Financial assistance is not available for international students.
Enrollment Fee Schedule for 2027-2028
| Date | Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| December 1 | Early Bird Discount | $295 |
| January 16 | Regular Fee | $350 |
| March 1 | Late Fee | $450 |
Note: The enrollment fee is non-refundable and paid in addition to tuition.
Tuition Payment Plans
| Payment Plan | Details |
|---|---|
| Monthly | 10 payments (July – April) |
| Quarterly | 4 payments (July, October, January, April) |
| Semi-Annually | 2 payments (July & January) |
| Annually | 1 payment in July |
Note: The enrollment fee is non-refundable and paid in addition to tuition.
Tuition Allowances
| Allowance Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Legacy (Child of Alumni) | $500 per family |
| Multiple Student | $500 for second student; $500 for third student (for families with more than one student attending SPX during 2025–2026) |
| Diocesan School Employee | $5,600 (prorated for part-time) |
| Diocesan Non-School Employee | $2,500 (prorated for part-time) |
| Large Family | Tuition structure available for families with 4 or more children — contact Melissa Montesano at 453-3450 x114 for details |
Note: Some allowances may not be combined.
Financial Assistance at St. Pius X Catholic High School
St. Pius X High School is committed to providing an affordable Catholic, college preparatory education to all students. Financial assistance is available to help families manage tuition costs, and the majority of aid is based on financial need, not academic merit.
General Information
- Each family is expected to contribute financially to their student(s)’ education.
- No assistance is available for fees.
- Financial aid granted by the school is subject to change upon receiving the MOScholars scholarship.
- Aid is determined by the Principal and the school finance committee.
- Families may contact:
- Principal
- Business Manager: Toni Calcara
- Finance Committee Chair to discuss financial matters.
Types of Financial Assistance
Need-Based Financial Aid
Available in the form of:
- Grants: Direct tuition reductions based on financial need.
- Work Study: Tuition reduction in exchange for student labor.
- Assigned roles: building maintenance, front office, cafeteria, etc.
- Work is scheduled before/after school, weekends, and summer.
- Credit is applied only after work is completed.
To qualify, families must apply by the deadline.
Did you know..
34% of our students participate in work study
Academic Scholarships
Based on High School Placement Test (HSPT) results (must be taken at St. Pius X):
- Outstanding Overall Placement Test Scholarship (2 awards): $2,000 renewable
- NCS Highest Individual Scholarship (1 per NCS school): $1,500 renewable
- Highest REMS Score Scholarship (Reading, English, Math, Science): Up to $1,500 renewable
Eligibility requirements:
- Only one academic scholarship may be awarded per student.
- Maintain 3.0 GPA, good attendance, and school citizenship.
Financial Aid Application Information
Need-Based Financial Aid
- Application window:
November 1, 2025 – December 15, 2025 - Late applications:
Considered first-come, first-serve, if funding is available. - Students must be enrolled to receive aid: (Tuition contract filed + enrollment fee paid)
- Application process:
- Conducted by FACTS Grant & Aid Assessment
- Requires:
- $35 non-refundable application fee
- Tax documents for verification
- Aid awarded starting February 2026
Financial Policies
Students must be current on tuition to:
- Receive class schedule (August)
- Receive grade reports
- Request transcripts
- Participate in graduation