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Our Financial Aid Philosophy

Investing in Her Future. Rooted in Veritas.

At Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy, we believe that a young woman’s education is one of the most meaningful and lasting investments a family can make. Our Catholic, Dominican, all-girls education is intentionally designed to form students into courageous thinkers, compassionate leaders, and women of purpose and faith.

We recognize that the cost of a private education is significant, and for many families, it is a financial sacrifice. We offer financial aid because we are committed to ensuring that mission-aligned students have access to the transformative experience of an FSHA education. That said, we also ask families to view tuition not simply as a fee, but as their personal investment into their daughter’s future—a future shaped by discovery, academic excellence, spiritual growth, and the power of sisterhood.

A FSHA graduate walks across the stage not only ready for college, but also equipped to meet the world with curiosity, integrity, and confidence. That is the return on investment: a young woman who knows who she is, what she believes, and how she is called to serve.

Our financial aid program exists to support access while upholding the shared commitment between school and family. We provide the environment, opportunity, and mentorship; families, in turn, join us as co-investors in this sacred and transformative journey.
 
When a family chooses to invest in an FSHA education, they are saying to their daughter: You are worthy of an extraordinary education, and the world deserves the woman you are becoming.

In order to be considered for financial aid, the Clarity Financial Aid application must be submitted by the application deadline of January 20, 2026.

need-blind admission

Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy carries out a need-blind application review process. The Admission Committee is unaware of who has applied for financial aid at the time of review, ensuring the applicant's admission outcome is not impacted.

Our Financial Aid program supports families who demonstrate financial need, thus a student's financial status should not prevent her from applying to Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy.

Complete the Clarity Financial Aid Application. Note: the financial aid application will not be open until October 1.

Should I Apply for Financial Aid?

It is difficult to offer general guidelines by which you can determine your own eligibility. While a family’s income is an important consideration, many additional factors enter into the Committee’s decision-making process, including number of children, number of children attending  tuition-charging schools, other family dependents, assets, liabilities and unusual expenses. The  Clarity application includes a question asking you to explain your specific family financial circumstances. The information provided  is integral  in assessing your financial need. The average annual total family income for students receiving aid in 2025-26 was approximately $170,000.

Frequently Asked Questions

List of 9 frequently asked questions.

  • Will my application for financial assistance affect my child’s chances for admission?

    No. Admissions decisions are made without regard to a family’s financial circumstances. Financial aid requests are reviewed by the Financial Aid Committee only after the admissions decisions have been made.

  • What is the average award and how many students receive aid?

    Approximately one-third of Flintridge Sacred Heart's student body receives need-based financial aid. Financial aid awards for the 2025-26 school year averaged $17,000 and ranged from $5,000 to $25,000. All families pay some tuition as the maximum grant is 70% of tuition.

  • What if I am separated or divorced?

    Parents who are divorced, separated, or never married must submit a complete financial aid application. All living parents are expected to contribute to their daughter’s education and complete all paperwork for financial aid. The Financial Aid Committee does not feel bound by the assertion that one parent disclaims responsibility for educational expenses. If two parents are not included in the application, this must be explained in the application.

  • What if I am a stay-at-home parent?

    If a parent chooses not to work, an annual amount will be added to the income calculations for evaluation unless the employment status is reasonably explained in the application.

  • What happens if I cannot meet the financial aid deadlines (e.g., tax-return extensions)?

    There’s no question that you are at a disadvantage if your file is not complete within the required time frame. We do understand, however, that there are factors that are sometimes beyond the family’s control. In such cases, please contact the Director of Finance and Operations. Families submitting late applications are placed on the financial aid waitlist. Upon completion, if funds are available, we are happy to make grants that take into account your calculated need and our remaining funds.

  • Do I need to reapply for financial aid each year?

    Yes. Each year, families must reapply for aid for the following year. Unless your situation has changed greatly, your financial aid grant will remain relatively the same each year.

  • How are financial aid decisions made? Is the process confidential?

    Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy retains the services of Clarity Financial Aid, an organization that helps independent schools across the country determine a family’s financial need. In reviewing each application for aid, the Financial Aid Committee considers both the Clarity information and all other additional details the family is asked to provide.

    The Financial Aid Committee members generally include: the President, Principal, Director of Finance and Operations, Director of Admissions, and Director of Advancement. The committee maintains strict confidentiality over the financial aid files. Teachers and/or students are not informed of financial aid decisions.

  • Are there scholarship programs that are not based on financial need?

    Yes. Veritas Scholarships are academic and achievement awards available to 9th-grade students regardless of their financial need. These scholarships are awarded to incoming freshmen who demonstrate outstanding and consistent accomplishments in the areas of academics, co-curricular activities, service to their school, parish or community, along with outstanding academic references. Recipients are awarded scholarships of up to $10,000 per school year which are renewable based on the student’s continued satisfactory grades, effort and conduct. To be considered, applicants must submit a completed application by January 15, 2026.

  • What if I don’t qualify for financial aid or a scholarship?

    Flintridge Sacred Heart’s 10-month payment plan may be of assistance. If you would like to explore alternative payment options, we suggest contacting your bank for a loan or visit Your Tuition Solution, which offers fixed-rate education loans to qualifying parents. 

Financial Aid Instructions & Checklist

The information requested is essential to the Financial Aid Committee review process. To ensure your file receives full consideration, please complete each step below by January 20, 2026.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Applications will be available beginning October 1.

There is a $60 nonrefundable application fee per household.

List of 6 frequently asked questions.

  • Payment Plans

    Flintridge Sacred Heart provides three payment options:
    One Payment
    Full year's tuition due by June 1
    Two Payments
    Due June 1 (60%) and December 1 (40%)*
    Ten Payments
    Starting June 1 (day students only)*

    *Requires participation in Tuition Refund Plan

  • Financial Aid

    Flintridge Sacred Heart has a growing financial aid program designed to support a strong, diverse student body that values both socioeconomic and cultural diversity. For the 2025-26 academic year, $2.2 million was awarded in financial aid to qualified students. One-third of Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy's student body received need-based financial aid.

    We have two different deadlines for families applying for financial aid:

    NEW Students: January 20, 2026
    CURRENT Students: December 1, 2025

    The information requested is essential to the Financial Aid Committee review process. The committee feels a strong responsibility to make fair and logical decisions. Your responsibility, if you wish to receive financial assistance, is to provide them with the information to make those decisions. To ensure your file receives full consideration, please complete each step by the deadline.

    Unfortunately, incomplete applications cannot be considered. Applications will be available beginning October 1. There is a $60 nonrefundable application fee per household.

    Financial Aid for Boarding Students

    Flintridge Sacred Heart offers financial aid to applicants whereby all sources of employment income can be verified by a United States tax return. Financial aid is not offered for room & board fees.

  • Step 2: Complete Clarity Application

    • Applications will be available beginning October 1. There is a $60 nonrefundable application fee. You can share your application with additional schools that accept the Clarity Application for no additional charge. Simply use the dropdown menu in the application to select those schools.
    • The application typically takes less than 30 minutes to complete and is mobile-friendly, so you can complete it from anywhere. You are also able to save your progress and return at any time.
    • If you need support during the process of completing your application, there is in-app support available, or email support at support@claritytuition.com in both English and Spanish, or you are welcome to contact our Director of Financial Aid at cmauer@fsha.org.

  • Step 3: Upload your Housing Documentation into your Clarity application.

    Housing Documentation is either a recent mortgage statement or rental agreement.

  • You're Done!

    Please click here for more TIPS on how to successfully complete your application.

    Click here to download the instructions and checklist as a PDF.

    Important Note: Flintridge Sacred Heart reserves the right to request additional financial information (e.g., credit reports) and/or withdraw financial aid at any time during the school year should discrepancies be discovered in the information provided.

Merit Scholarships

List of 2 frequently asked questions.

  • Veritas Scholarship

    Flintridge Sacred Heart's most competitive award. Incoming students are recognized with a $10,000 scholarship for their remarkable academic record, leadership capabilities, combined with their demonstrated authenticity, courage, collaboration and joy. Each class has historically had 3-5 scholarship recipients. This award is renewable each year.

    To be considered for this award, students must apply for admission to the school by January 15, 2026. All students will be considered; no additional application needed.

  • Sister Thea Bowman Award

    This award recognizes one incoming African-American student each year who exemplifies the values by which Sister Thea Bowman lived. 

    To be considered for this award, students must apply for admission to the school by January 15, 2026. All students will be considered; no additional application needed.

2025-2026 Tuition & Fees

DAY STUDENTS

TUITION

$35,000
 

NON-REFUNDABLE ENROLLMENT DEPOSIT

$500 - $2,000; based on net tuition after financial aid
 

ADDITIONAL FEES

Student Parking: TBD
Annual Bus Service: $1950
Tuition Refund Plan: $350 (only if full payment not received by June 1)
 

RESIDENT STUDENTS

TUITION, ROOM & BOARD

Tuition: $35,000
Room and Board: $40,900
Total: $75,900
 

NON-REFUNDABLE ENROLLMENT DEPOSIT

$6,000
 

ADDITIONAL FEES

Refundable Key & Lock Deposit: $60
Refundable Minor Medical Deposit: $250
Boarding Student Medical Insurance: $925
Tuition Refund Plan: $1,450 (only if full payment not received by June 1)
 

ADDITIONAL FEES FOR DAY & BOARDING STUDENTS

Billed by Flintridge Sacred Heart

New Student Fee: $1,500 (one time only)
Graduation Fee: $1,100 (seniors only)
Technology: $500
Advanced Placement (AP) Exam Fee: $99
 

Variable Costs

Educational Materials: $500 (estimate)
Uniforms: $600 (estimate)

See Tuition and Fee Schedule for day students or resident students for additional information.

Clarity Customer Service

206-210-3752
support@clarityapp.com
https://www.clarityschools.com/

Financial Aid Contacts

List of 2 members.

  • Photo of Christine Mauer

    Christine Mauer 

    Director of Finance and Operations
    626-685-8588
  • Photo of Rosa Carbajal

    Rosa Carbajal 

    Business Office Accounting Specialist
    626-685-8574

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Flintridge Sacred Heart, a Catholic, Dominican, independent, college-preparatory, day and boarding high school, educates young women for a life of faith, integrity, and truth.

Flintridge Sacred Heart admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, financial aid, and athletic and other school-administered programs.