The cost of tuition should not deter a student and his family from applying to Bellarmine. Our educational program is available to every young man who can benefit from it and who fulfills the entrance requirements, no matter the financial status of his family.
Our tuition assistance program helps students and their families who cannot afford the full cost of attending our school. The process of applying for tuition assistance is completely separate from the admissions process, which is "need blind." Students are accepted to Bellarmine based solely on their qualifications, and tuition assistance is awarded purely on the basis of financial need.
Tuition Assistance Calculator
Please visit our Tuition Assistance Calculator below which gives a range of tuition assistance awarded in the 2022-2023 school year to families based on their income and dependents.
Please note that the Tuition Assistance Calculator does not save or store personal information. The estimated Tuition Assistance award ranges provided by this tool may not be indicative of the actual amount awarded. Actual Tuition assistance awards take into account several additional factors, to include but not limited to, liquid assets, home equity, retirement savings, debt, number of dependents and children enrolled in private schools. All awards are subject to the availability of funding.
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Program Requirements
All students who receive tuition assistance must meet the following requirements:
- Writing a letter of thanks to a donor who has made a gift that has helped make Bellarmine’s Tuition Assistance program possible
- Maintain a C average or better for all grading periods during the academic year
- Upholding the standard of excellence in behavior and contributing positively to the Bellarmine community
It is by focusing our tuition assistance program on positive contributions to the Bellarmine community that we hope to continue building "young men for and with others."
Applying for Tuition Assistance
2023-2024 School Year
Application Overview
- To apply for tuition assistance, families must complete an online application each year. The application and all associated documents will be accessed from, submitted to and analyzed by FACTS Grant & Aid Assessment.
- The FACTS application for the 2023-2024 School year will open on November 21, 2022 and be due by February 3, 2023.
- If you have both a returning student AND a son who is applying as a freshman, you only need to submit one tuition assistance application. All school aged children should be listed on the application regardless of school they attend.
Document Instructions
Once the FACTS application has been filled out and the $32 application fee has been paid, the following documentation will need to be uploaded to complete the application:
- 2021 Federal Tax returns (all pages)
- 2022 W-2 and 1099 forms for both applicants
- If applicable, supporting documents, such as Child Support, Worker’s Compensation, Food Stamps, Housing Assistance, Social Security Income, Welfare, Disability Income, TANF
- Family Monthly Budget Planner (Link in application or found HERE)
All documents should be uploaded in a PDF or jpg file directly into the FACTS application.
FACTS Customer Care Representatives can be reached in both English and Spanish at 1-866-441-4637.
If you are experiencing a financial hardship and would like to apply for tuition assistance for the 2022-2023 school year, please contact the Business Office and ask about the Tuition Assistance Program at businessoffice@bcp.org.
Application Deadline
The application due date for returning students (and freshman applicants) is February 3, 2023. The due date for transfer applicants is April 14, 2023.
Notification of Assistance
Newly-accepted students will be notified of the amount awarded in conjunction with the admissions acceptance process - incoming freshmen: mid-March 2022; incoming transfer students: mid-May 2022; returning students will be notified in Late April. All award decisions are posted electronically in FACTS.
Tuition Assistance FAQs
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Who may apply for Tuition Assistance?
Tuition Assistance is made available to any and all families currently enrolled at BCP. Awards are given out to those families who show a need for financial assistance.
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How do I know if I qualify?
Bellarmine encourages all families to apply for tuition assistance who think they need financial assistance. We award families, who range in income, from $25,000 – $250,000+ a year. We take into consideration income, dependents, assets, and other students at tuition paying schools in K-12th and college.
Please visit our Tuition Assistance Calculator to see the range of awards in families who have similar income and dependents as you.
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What if I’m a single parent?
For single parents whose son has a living second parent , your application will only be reviewed for up to half the amount of tuition. Bellarmine assumes both parent households are contributing to the student’s tuition and each parent will have their own tuition account and own Tuition Assistance Application in which aid is applied. Information is kept confidential between both households. If there is no contact with the other parent or the other parent is not in your son’s life, please indicate this in the additional comment section at the end of the application and you may be contacted to fill out further documentation.
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Will I need to pay back my tuition assistance award?
No
Bellarmine's tuition assistance program does not include any loan components. All awards are from generous donors which means families do not need to pay back the assistance.
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What are the expectations and requirements for my son if he receives tuition assistance?
All students who receive tuition assistance are required:
- Maintain a C average or better for all grading periods during the academic year.
- Write a letter of gratitude to a donor whose gift has helped make Bellarmine’s Tuition Assistance program possible.
- Uphold the standard of excellence in behavior and contribute positively to the community
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Are there any merit scholarships or tuition assistance jobs my family can apply for?
Bellarmine only offers need base tuition assistance. We do not offer merit scholarships or separate tuition assistance service hours to reduce the cost of tuition.
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Does applying for tuition assistance influence the admission decision process?
Bellarmine's admissions decisions are not influenced by a family’s need for financial assistance. These processes are managed by different departments and do not overlap in anyway. The admissions department does not know which applicants have applied for tuition assistance.
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Is tuition assistance automatically renewed each year for each student?
No, all families receiving financial assistance must reapply each year. Every application is reviewed annually and awards can change each year depending on the financial need of the family applying.
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What if I haven’t completed my income taxes for the most recent tax year?
In this case, supply your completed tax returns for the previous year as well your W2s for the requested tax year. Your tuition assistance decision will not be postponed but you will need to submit completed federal income tax returns for the requested tax year upon their completion.
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When will I be notified of my award?
Students applying for the 9th grade will receive notification of their tuition assistance award electronically through FACTS the same day the admission acceptance letter that will be mailed out in March. Check the Admissions calendar for the specific date. Returning students will be notified of their tuition assistance awards electronically through FACTS in mid-April.
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Do I need to fill out more than one application if my student is applying at multiple schools?
No, you may fill out one application for all Catholic private schools in the Diocese of San Jose. Be sure to include each school’s code in the dependent section in order for them to receive information from FACTS Management.
It is the family’s responsibility to monitor the deadlines for each school and the supplemental documents each school might require.
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What if I’m self-employed?
For self-employed parents, all income tax forms must be signed by a licensed tax preparer.
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If I am selected for tuition assistance review, what do I need to supply.
Examples of additional information that may be requested include bank statements, alimony/child support agreements, car registrations, stock or retirement statements or current year-to-date pay statements.
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Who can I contact if I have a question about the FACTS website, process or forms?
All questions should be directed to FACTS Management at (866) 441-4637.
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Who can I contact if I have an additional question which is not covered here?
If you have additional questions, please contact Alejandra Fraume at afraume@bcp.org