At Marist, it is our goal to provide a top-quality education for every student that seeks that experience here. Although Marist tuition is one of the two lowest in the state, we recognize that it represents a substantial investment for families. With funds provided by the Marist Foundation, the Archdiocese in Portland, the Knights of Columbus and other generous donors, Marist financial aid and scholarships can help many students who, without this support, would be unable to attend.

In response to the unusual economic pressures on our families this school year, Marist increased financial aid by an unprecedented 50%. A total of $635,000 in financial aid was granted to over 200 students. Of the families that applied for financial aid, over 90% received aid averaging $3,100 per student.

Should I Apply for Financial Aid?

Marist encourages all families who feel that they need assistance in meeting the cost of tuition to apply for financial aid. Financial aid decisions are made by a committee based on factors including family income, assets, number of children and outside assistance. The calculation of each family’s need is complex; therefore, eligibility for financial aid is difficult to predict.

Please note that this process is independent of the admissions process. A family’s ability to pay is not part of the admissions criteria.

How to Apply:

You must apply for financial aid online at www.factstuitionaid.com. FACTS Grant and Aid Assessment, an independent company, processes the applications and makes recommendations to Marist regarding the number and amount of awards to be granted. FACTS carefully analyzes the information within your application. Financial privacy is a growing concern among families. FACTS gathers and secures all of your supporting financial documents. Data from your application is accessible only to the Financial Aid Committee and is kept strictly confidential.

The deadline for financial aid applications is March 17 – so please do not delay. Notification of financial aid awards will be sent by May 1, 2010 with the tuition contracts.

Other Sources of Financial Aid Available Through Outside Resources:

• Endowed scholarships granted to students by the Marist Foundation: applications are available online HERE or the Main Office at Marist. The deadline for these scholarship applications is also March 17, 2010.

• Scholarships granted by the Knights of the Columbus and other not-for-profit organizations.

• Student loans available on-line from third parties.

For additional information, please contact our Business Manager, Reba McClary at 541-485-7879 or rmcclary@marisths.org