There are a number of financial assistance opportunities offered at St. Thomas that make it possible for our deserving students to receive a solid Catholic education, despite financial hardships.
Catholic Education Foundation (CEF)
All St. Thomas students are eligible for the need-based Tuition Award Program (TAP) offered by the Catholic Education Foundation. Each eligible student who applies and meets requirements is invited to apply for a $1,000 scholarship award. Please see below for income guidelines and application.
2025-2026 Academic School Year
English Application:
CEF-How to Apply Cycle 3 TAP Application [ENG] FY2026 TA Income Eligibility – English (Cycle 3)
Spanish Application:
CEF-Como Aplicar Cycle 3 TAP Application [SPA] FY2026 TA Income Eligibility – Spanish (Cycle 3)
For more information on CEF, please visit their website https://cefdn.org/
HERITAGE Scholarship Fund
The St. Thomas Heritage Fund works to maintain affordable tuition rates for our families. In order to be considered for a scholarship through the St. Thomas Heritage Fund, you must fill out a CEF application and submit proof of income documents. The HERITAGE financial aid application can be found below:
Financial Aid Application ENG 2025-2026
Solicitud de Ayuda Financiera 2025-2026
Accepted Financial Documentation
- This year’s current and completed income tax returns (1040s) or
- This year’s W-2s or end-of-year pay stubs.
- Formal letter of disbursement for Unemployment, Disability and/or Social Security.
- Formal letter of disbursement for Cal Fresh, Cal Works, and/or WIC.
- Court order of alimony and/or child support.
For more information on our financial aid program, please contact our main office.