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St. Patrick School

Financial Aid

Tuition

Need-based tuition assistance is available for students enrolled in St. Patrick School. All families seeking tuition assistance must complete the online Simple Tuition Solutions (STS) financial aid application.

The Education Office of the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown has partnered with Simple Tuition Solutions (STS) to assess the financial need of families seeking need-based tuition assistance at all Diocesan schools.

Below are the income guidelines for eligibility for tuition assistance and directions for completing the STS application:

FAMILY INCOME GUIDELINES FOR 2024 – 2025

Number of Dependents	Maximum Income
1	$127,352
2	$142,211
3	$160,725
for additional dependents	add $19,088/each

Families that meet these income guidelines posted above are very likely to receive some amount of tuition assistance.

Becker Scholarship

The Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown Education Office provides a need-based scholarship to assist with the cost of tuition.

Bridge Scholarship

Bridge Educational Foundation enhances educational opportunities for children and families who might otherwise lack access to quality education. By leveraging Pennsylvania’s Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) and Opportunity Scholarship Tax Credit (OSTC) Programs, Bridge raises funds to support this cause. These programs offer businesses tax credits for their donations to approved non-profit scholarship organizations like Bridge. As a result, families in need gain the ability to choose the best educational settings for their children, thus improving the quality of education and better preparing them for future success in the workplace.

Marty Benetti Scholarship

The Marty Benetti Scholarship is awarded to a rising 7th grader at St. Patrick School. This two-year scholarship is granted to a student who exemplifies leadership skills, academic excellence, and active community involvement. Recipients of this scholarship will have demonstrated a commitment to personal growth and making a positive impact on their school and community.