Tuition & Financial Aid

At JPII, we believe that a Catholic education should be within reach for every family who desires it. The Catholic Church teaches that access to faith-based education is not merely a privilege, but a matter of justice, an essential part of forming the whole person in faith, truth, and virtue.

We are committed to partnering with families to make a JPII education possible through a range of financial assistance options designed to meet each family’s unique needs. The resources listed below, whether used individually or in combination, help ensure that more children have the opportunity to grow in faith, knowledge, and character within our Christ-centered community.

Need-Based Financial Aid

Need-Based and Merit Scholarships

Tennessee Education Freedom Scholarship (EFS)

Tennessee Educational Savings Account (ESA)

Tennessee Individualized Education Account (IEA)

Payment Plans

Please contact our Business Office with any questions: Karla Majano, Finance and Operations Manager (karla.majano@jp2prep.org).

2026-2027 Tuition	Total
High School
Cost with qualifying Catholic discount	$20,000
Cost without discount	$21,000
Middle School
Cost with qualifying Catholic discount	$14,600
Cost without discount	$15,600

Financial Aid

We recognize that the full cost of tuition at Pope Saint John Paul II Preparatory School is beyond the means of some families. To make JPII affordable to as broad a range of families as possible, we provide tuition assistance to families who demonstrate financial need.

Important Note: All families applying for financial aid must also apply for EFS or ESA. See information below.

Facts Financial Aid Application

Discounts

Additional Costs & Fee Details

Payment Options

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Tennessee Educational Freedom Scholarship (EFS) Program

2025 - 2026 Scholarship Amount Per Student: $7,295

Applications are received by the state on a first - come, first - serve basis.
All families applying for JPII financial aid (through FACTS) must also apply for EFS.

Learn More about EFS

Tennessee Educational Savings Account (ESA) Program

2025-2026 Average Amount Provided to Families: $9,800

For Davidson County Residents, includes income requirements
Provides state and local money toward education expenses at approved private schools.

Learn More About ESA

Tennessee Individualized Education Account (IEA) Program

2025 - 2026 Funding Amount Per Student: between $7,000-12,000

A school choice initiative established for eligible K-12 students with qualifying disabilities with an IEP from a public school.

learn more about IEA

$2 Million

Financial Aid & Scholarships for 2026 - 2027

31%

of JPII students receive Financial Aid

220

Students Supported 2026 - 2027

322

Students who received EFS for 2026 - 2027

35

Students who received ESA for 2026 - 2027

JPII Scholarships

As a result of generous Catholic and non-Catholic donors who believe that Catholic education should be accessible to as many students as possible, we are pleased to offer several need-based scholarships in addition to general financial aid. Each scholarship is restricted by the intent of the donor. Additional details for each scholarship can be found below. No additional application was required to receive scholarship awards; however, applicants that met the criteria were considered during the financial aid process.

Bishop Bridge Scholarship

Bishop Welcome Scholarship

Carell Scholarship

Need-based Awards

No Athletic Scholarships Offered

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Financial Aid Overview & Timeline

A separate application for JPII financial aid, through FACTS, is necessary and is reviewed by the JPII Financial Aid Committee, which is independent of the Admissions Committee.

JPII's admissions decisions are "need-blind," and the Admissions Committee makes acceptance decisions well before the financial aid process begins.

The State of Tennessee is responsible for the processing and decisions related to EFS, ESA, and IEA.

Dates for the 2027-28 academic year

November 1, 2026 - FACTS Financial Aid Application Opens
November 2026 - EFS Application Portal Opens
January 2027 - EFS Applications Due
February 1, 2027 - Deadline to Apply for JPII Financial Aid
February 2027 - ESA Application Portal Opens, IEA Application Portal Opens
Early Spring - First round of award decision letters emailed to families & award acceptance deadline for families

*Applications submitted after February 1, 2027 are not guaranteed consideration.

Families need to complete an online financial aid application and $40 fee with FACTS Tuition and Aid at https://online.factsmgt.com/aid.

Financial Aid Prerequisites & Policies

Prerequisites

All new and returning families must return the intent to enroll form before being considered for need-based financial aid.
Existing families must be current on tuition payments to receive a financial aid award.

Policies & Procedures

The JPII Financial Aid Committee will review Financial Aid Applications only after families have submitted all required tax forms. NOTE: Families who do not file a federal income tax return will need to submit a request to the Business Office to be considered for financial aid and other documentation will be required.
Financial Aid Applications (complete and verified by FACTS) will be reviewed by the JPII Financial Aid Committee in order of date received.
The JPII Financial Aid Committee determines financial aid decisions. Families must follow the application and acceptance deadlines outlined above. The financial aid process is confidential. Discussing the details of a financial aid offer with others will result in the forfeiture of the offer.

In administrating financial aid, Pope Saint John Paul II Preparatory School will

Not discriminate because of race, color, sex, or age in violation of existing state or federal laws or regulations.
Have an appeal policy for families who wish to request additional financial aid.
Provide students and families with factual information regarding the total yearly cost of attendance, financing opportunities, policies, and procedures.
Not use financial need as a consideration in determining a student’s admission eligibility.
Refrain from and discourage others from making any public announcement of the amount of financial aid awarded to a student.
Safeguard the confidentiality of all financial information supplied by a family.
Review a student’s complete record (academic, attendance, behavior) during the evaluation process to determine the level of commitment to the JPII community.
Reserve the right to amend awards if new information comes to light after enrollment.
Comply with TSSAA standards for preserving a student’s athletic eligibility. Financial aid awards are strictly need-based.

FAQs: Financial Aid

Frequently Asked Questions about the JPII Financial Aid Process

1. How do I apply for financial aid?

Families need to complete an online financial aid application and $45 fee with FACTS Tuition and Aid.

2. Do you have a formula explaining who qualifies for aid based on income?

No. The Financial Aid Committee reviews each family individually. Every family’s circumstances are different, and we feel it is best to consider all factors that impact a family’s ability to pay for private education.

3. Do you make admissions decisions based on FACTS demonstrated need?

No. JPII's admissions decisions are “need-blind.”

4. Do you grant full-tuition awards?

No. Every family pays a portion of tuition and fees.

5. Do you award athletic or academic scholarships?

JPII does not award scholarships based on athletics. We award a limited number of merit scholarships, independent of need, for those who are exceptional students as determined by national test scores and academic records. However, students who receive merit scholarships are not eligible to play varsity sports.

6. Are you required to comply with TSSAA?

Yes. JPII is required to report to TSSAA (Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association) any athlete receiving financial aid, what their demonstrated need is, and the amount of financial aid they are receiving.

7. When will I receive notice of a financial aid decision?

Financial Aid decision letters will be emailed to families in early spring 2026.

8. If I don’t receive the amount of financial aid I need, can I appeal the Financial Aid Committee’s decision?

Yes. You can contact the JPII business office to begin the appeals process.

Questions or Technical Difficulties with FACTS

Questions about the JPII Process?

If you have questions concerning the JPII financial aid process outlined here, please contact us.

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