Cardinal Newman offers an unparalleled Catholic educational experience and an exceptional value among private schools in Palm Beach County. Every effort is made to make a Newman education available to every qualified student, regardless of financial need. When necessary, families are encouraged to apply for tuition assistance.
- $17,900: Tuition for 2024-2025 (Catholic family discount)
- $19,400: Tuition for 2024-2025
- 33%: Families who received need-based tuition assistance for 2024-2025
- 89%: Families who received tuition assistance from Step Up For Students
- $1,120,571: CN Tuition assistance offered to families for 2024-2025
- $285,625: High-achieving merit awards for 2024-2025
- $1,000: Discount offered to all siblings of the oldest enrolled Crusader for 2024-2025
Financial Aid
Cardinal Newman uses FACTS to process and determine need for all tuition assistance applications. A $33 processing fee is required.
- PROCESS and FORMS: FACTS provides a helpful guide including a list of forms families will need to submit at https://factsmgt.com. 2022 tax returns and 2023 W2 Forms are required. To contact FACTS: 866-441-4637.
- Setting Up a FACTS Account
- PROSPECTIVE FAMILIES: Tuition assistance applications should be completed by January 1, 2025. The financial aid application for the 2025-2026 school year is now available. Please note you must apply for Step up for Students before you will be considered for financial aid.
Through the Diocese of Palm Beach, Cardinal Newman awards financial aid through many established scholarships including The Helping Hands Scholarship Fund, The Norma T. Pace Scholarships, The Lumen Christi Scholarships, and The Skaff Scholarships.
Please click here for the Catholic Discount Letter 2024-2025
Florida State Funding
Florida provides a variety of school choice options, which allow qualified families to receive state funding for tuition at Cardinal Newman. This year, $4,052,191 was awarded to students currently enrolled.
- FLORIDA TAX CREDIT SCHOLARSHIP (STEP UP)
Scholarships & Merit Awards
SCOTT POWELL SCHOLAR PROGRAM: The Scott Powell Scholar Program is a merit-based award for incoming freshmen of exceptional promise. Eligibility is based on admission test scores and a student’s overall application. It is not necessary to submit a separate application for this scholarship. Eligibility for the award is maintained for each of a student’s four years at Cardinal Newman. Students who receive the Scott Powell Scholarship may also qualify for need-based assistance. Intended to foster excellence, promote leadership, nurture character development, and encourage service to others, the scholarship is named to our beloved former teacher and colleague Scott Powell.
GERSTNER SCHOLARSHIPS: Through the extraordinary efforts of the Diocese of Palm Beach in making tuition affordable, The Louis V. Gerstner, Jr. Distinguished Scholars Program is offered to academically gifted students who demonstrate significant promise and possess financial need.
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Payment
PAYMENT: Cardinal Newman uses the payment plan services of FACTS. All tuition payments will be made through FACTS, which offers families multiple payment options, from full payment to ten payments. FACTS also processes tuition assistance applications for prospective families.
QUESTIONS? If you have any questions concerning tuition assistance or payment, please contact the Finance Office at 561-683-6266, ext.1005 or 1010 anytime during the admission process.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the application deadline for tuition assistance? For incoming freshmen applications for tuition assistance must be submitted by January 1, 2025.
How does Newman determine eligibility for tuition assistance? Newman uses the FACTS Aid system to determine a family’s expected contribution. When you complete the FACTS application, all of the financial and personal information that is provided is processed using a pre-determined formula. Copies of all supporting documentation for household Non-Taxable Income such as Social Security Income, Child Support, Workers’ Compensation are included in the review.
If my student qualifies for a merit scholarship are we still eligible for tuition assistance? Yes. Students who qualify for one of the merit scholarships are also eligible to receive need-based tuition assistance and should apply through FACTS.
When will I be notified about tuition assistance awards? If applications for financial assistance and Step Up have been completed, accepted students will receive financial aid award letters with their acceptance letter.
Can I appeal the amount of my family’s award? We will consider requests for a review if a family wishes to provide relevant, new information it feels the school should have. Requests for appeals should be directed to the Finance Office.
When is it too late to apply for tuition assistance? The likelihood of a tuition assistance award diminishes after the enrollment deadline has passed in March. Families are advised to apply early.