FINANCIAL AID
Episcopal seeks applications from talented and motivated students, regardless of family financial resources. Because every family cannot afford this investment, the School makes financial assistance available to help close the gap between the costs of attending EHS and a family’s ability to pay, as determined by needs methodology used by the
School and Student Services by Community Brands.
To make the School affordable to more families, Episcopal provides several financial options. EHS is committed to socio-economic diversity, which brings a variety of perspectives and enables students to debate, discover, and expand upon their knowledge of the world. Achieving this greater understanding is critical to preparing students to succeed in all aspects of life. We urge families to apply even if there is concern over the ability to pay tuition.
Awards to qualified students are made in the form of grants and are based upon a demonstration of financial need, coupled with a student’s individual merit. In addition to financial aid, two payment schedules are available to accommodate family budgeting and planning needs.
While Episcopal High School subscribes to the belief of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) that the primary responsibility for funding the cost of education resides with the family, we also understand that it is becoming increasingly difficult for a large percentage of families to afford independent school tuition. Episcopal urges talented and motivated students to apply for admission, even if there is a concern over the ability to pay tuition, and encourages parents to request application forms and apply for financial assistance.
In 2022-23, approximately 34 percent of the student body received financial assistance. Approximately $8.4 million in aid is awarded annually, with the average grant equaling about $49,584. The Financial Aid Committee keeps all financial information confidential. Financial aid is available to students of any race, color, gender, creed, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.
APPLYING FOR ASSISTANCE
The deadlines for submitting the PFS and supporting materials to the SSS are listed below. Timeliness in meeting these deadlines is critical for consideration to receive financial aid. The PFS must be completed online.
RETURNING STUDENTS
Due by December 21, 2022
- PFS must be completed and submitted to SSS by Community Brands (with Episcopal as a designated recipient of the evaluation - Episcopal's code is 3022). To complete your online application. please click here.
Due by December 21, 2022
Applicants must submit signed copies of the following required documents to SSS by Community Brands:
- IRS Form 1040 for 2021
- All IRS Schedules for 2021
- W-2 and/or 1099 forms for 2021
- Self-employed Parents: Include all related business forms with your 1040 file (i.e. Schedule C, Schedule E, 1120-S, 1065, and K-1)
By February 15, 2023
Applicants must submit the following required documents to SSS by Community Brands:
- W-2 and/or 1099 forms for 2022
NEW APPLICANTS
Due by January 15, 2023
- PFS must be completed and submitted to SSS by Community Brands (with Episcopal as a designated recipient of the evaluation - Episcopal's code is 3022). To complete your online application. please click here.
Due by January 15, 2023
Applicants must submit signed copies of the following required documents to SSS by Community Brands:
- IRS Form 1040 for 2021
- All IRS Schedules for 2021
- W-2 and/or 1099 forms for 2021
- Self-employed Parents: Include all related business forms with your 1040 file (i.e. Schedule C, Schedule E, 1120-S, 1065, and K-1)
By February 15, 2023
Applicants must submit the following required documents to SSS by Community Brands:
- W-2 and/or 1099 forms for 2022
For students whose parents are divorced or separated, both parents are required to submit signed copies of the required documentation.
GRANT DETERMINATION AND NOTIFICATION
The Financial Aid Committee is chaired by the Financial Aid Director and ultimately reports to the Admissions Director. Other members of the committee include the Chief Financial Officer, an Admissions Officer, and at least one member of the teaching faculty.
Both returning students and admissions candidates are notified of financial aid decisions in March. The financial aid decision is communicated to parents along with the invitation for enrollment. Parents are required to reply within 30 days.
ANNUAL RENEWAL
Tuition grants are made for one year. Parents must complete a PFS each year and send it to SSS in accordance with the application schedule outlined above. Unless there is a significant change in annual income or available assets, parents can normally expect the level of assistance to be continued from year to year.