Tuition, Scholarships & Aid

Scholarships are reserved for incoming students only as the funds are limited and designated for new students. Returning students and families may apply for financial aid. 

Morris Catholic offers incoming ninth-graders several scholarship opportunities.  All applications are available through our admissions portal online when filling out the Morris Catholic application online. When you complete the online Scholarship requirements  (500-word essay on the assigned topic, additional recommendations, and interview), you will be considered for any and all scholarships that are listed below. All scholarships renew for each year of enrollment, as long as the student remain in good academic or behavior standing, and any other parameters outlined in the scholarship award letter. 

• CHRISTOPHER HARRIS THOMAS SCHOLARSHIP - This scholarship is awarded to students who exhibit leadership in his/her middle school, is considered a role model for other students, and have a strong academic profile. The scholarship is for all four years.
   

• BLESSED PAULINE SCHOLARSHIP - This scholarship is named in honor of Blessed Pauline, the foundress of the Sisters of Christian Charity.  The Blessed Pauline Scholarship rewards students who demonstrate a well-rounded commitment to Catholic education, academic excellence and are students of fine character and faith commitment. 
   

• PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARSHIP - This scholarship recognizes citizenship, service, and a commitment to Morris Catholic among incoming ninth-graders. This amount can range depending on the candidate.
   

• SISTER GEMMA SCHOLARSHIP- The Sister Gemma Scholarship, named after Sister Gemma Streit, is reserved for students who excel both academically and spiritually. Recipients of this scholarship are in the top 10 percent of applicants on the entrance exam, excel academically, and embody the missions of Morris Catholic. 

• RATH MERIT SCHOLARSHIP- This scholarship is reserved for those who have displayed a deep intellectual curiosity, have sought out excellence in their academic work and have demonstrated the capability to undertake the most rigorous academic programs at Morris Catholic. 

• SAINT GENESIUS SCHOLARSHIP- Named after the patron saint of the Arts, the Saint Genesius scholarship will reognize applicants who plan to involve themselves in the arts at Morris Catholic.The student must demonstrate a dedication to the study of the arts in any area, including theater, music, dance, visual arts, and technical theater.

 The Advancement Office at Morris Catholic works with donors to be able to provide additional funded scholarships for deserving applicants each year through our Annual Fund and Crusaders Helping Crusaders fund. These grants are awarded to students when available.

If you would like to be considered for tuition assistance for the Academic Year 2026-2027, please complete a FACTS Grant & Aid Application form online at https://online.factsmgt.com/signin/3K8N6.  You will be required to upload supporting tax documents and W-2 statements directly to FACTS.  Completing this application will enable you to be considered for tuition assistance from both Morris Catholic High School and the Tri-County Scholarship Fund.  

EARLY NOTIFICATION vs. REGULAR NOTIFICATION 
Early Notification:  Morris Catholic offers Early Notification to families of incoming freshmen, so you will know whether you qualify for tuition assistance before registration in February 2026. We strongly urge incoming freshmen families to apply for Early Notification.  To receive Early Notification, you must submit the online tuition assistance application, a non-refundable $40 application fee, and all supporting 2024 tax documents (2024 taxes and 2024 W-2 statements) by December 31, 2025. You will then be required to submit your 2025 W-2 statements as soon as they become available, but no later than January 31, 2026.  PLEASE NOTE: The FACTS application will not request your 2025 W-2 statements, but the Tri-County Scholarship Fund requires them.  If you do not submit your 2025 W-2 statements, you will not be considered for possible assistance by Tri-County. Tri-County sends their notifications out separately, at a later date, so you will not know your tuition assistance status from Tri-County until after registration.  Those awarded a Tri-County Freedom scholarship will be required to submit a personal statement to Tri-County.  Participation in other events will also be considered mandatory. Please see the Tri-County website for more information.

Regular Notification:  If you miss the December 31, 2025 deadline, you may still apply for tuition assistance, but you may not receive your tuition assistance notification from Morris Catholic until after registration.  The final deadline for receipt of a “verified” application, $40 application fee, and ALL supporting documents is February 15, 2026. This is a strict deadline.   Since it can take up to two weeks for FACTS to “verify” your application once completed, we strongly encourage you to submit your application well in advance of this date.  Only complete, verified applications are accepted.  If you miss this deadline, you may not be considered for tuition assistance by the Tri-County Scholarship Fund.

Regular Notification applicants need to submit their 2024 tax documents and 2025 W-2 statements.  You do not need to wait for your 2025 W-2 statements to become available to submit your application.  You should complete the application and submit it with your 2024 tax documents.  Then, when your 2025 W-2 statements become available, you should submit them separately, but no later than February 1, 2026.  

 If you qualify, a separate notification will be mailed from Tri-County.  

Important: After you apply for tuition assistance, please check for emails from FACTS.  They will email you if you are missing information or documents.  It is your responsibility to confirm they have received all the materials they need to “verify” your application before the deadline of February 15, 2026.   

If you have any questions concerning completion of the application, please contact FACTS directly by phone (866-315-9262) or via e-mail: info@factstuitionaid.com.   Supporting tax documents and W-2 statements must be in PDF format and uploaded to the FACTS system.  Documents may not be sent via email, fax, or mail.  An application for tuition assistance is required each year.                                                                                                                                  

Please Note:  Morris Catholic does its best to help those who are in the most need of tuition assistance but it is essential that students receiving this aid maintain the minimum academic standard.  Please be aware that your tuition assistance could be in jeopardy should your student fall below this minimum standard.