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Tuition and Assistance

We believe that St. John's offers an unparalleled educational experience and an exceptional value among private schools in the Boston area. We also believe that a Prep education should be available for every qualified young man, regardless of financial need. That's why we encourage you to apply for tuition assistance. 

in tuition assistance offered for the 2024–2025 school year

$9.2M

average award

$13,448

of students receive need-based assistance

42%

tuition for the 2024–2025 academic year

$33,490

Tuition Assistance Application Process

  • Tuition Assistance Application: The Prep's Tuition Assistance application opens in October for all families. Families apply through Clarity Financial AidYou must select "St. John's Prep (Danvers, MA)" in order for us to receive your application.
  • Current Families: Tuition assistance is not renewed automatically. Current students who receive tuition assistance must re-apply each year. The 2025-2026 academic year's deadline is December 1, 2024.
  • Prospective Families: The deadline to apply for tuition assistance for the 2025-2026 academic year is January 6, 2025.
  • Process and Forms: Applications are submitted through Clarity Financial Aid. Clarity provides a Family Application Guide (en Español) for families as they apply for tuition assistance.
  • Clarity Support: In-app support is offered through the “Help” button in the lower left corner of the Clarity website. Support is also available via email or phone by calling 206-210-3752.

  • Clarity Webinars: Clarity hosts several Application Info Webinars for families. During the live sessions, they will go over some key aspects of the application, things to look out for, materials to gather, how to get help, how the tax verification process works, and a robust Q&A. Typically these will run for about 60 minutes and recordings will be made available following the conclusion of the webinars. 

    Registration links and past recordings for each date are below:

 

 

Questions about Tuition Assistance?

Please contact Matthew Hyszczak, Director of Admission and Tuition Assistance, at 978-774-1050 x371 or at mhyszczak@stjohnsprep.org.

Merit Scholarships

The St. Francis Xavier Merit Scholarship is a $10,000 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. The award is given for each of a student's four high school years. Students who receive the St. Francis Xavier Merit Scholarship may also qualify for need-based assistance, so we encourage families to apply for tuition assistance.
 
Designed to foster excellence, promote leadership, nurture character development, and encourage service to others, the scholarship is named for St. Francis Xavier, patron saint of the Xaverian Brothers, the congregation of religious who sponsor St. John’s Prep and 12 other schools throughout the United States.

Tuition and Fees

  • The 2024-2025 tuition for grades 6, 7, and 8 is $33,490 (this includes the Middle School meal plan and an iPad).
  • The 2024-2025 tuition for grades 9 through 12 is $33,490.
  • The 2024-2025 tuition for international students is $45,000.
  Tuition Tuition With Average Tuition Assistance Award*
2024–2025 Total Tuition $33,490 $33,490
Average Tuition Assistance* - ($13,448)
Deposit (10% of Net Tuition Due at Time of Enrollment) $3,349 $2,005
Tuition Balance $30,141 $18,037
Tuition Payment Plan Options
Annual Payment | May 1 $30,141 $18,037
Semi-Annual Payments | May 1 and November 1 $15,071 $9,019
Quarterly Payments | May 1, August 1, November 1, and February 1 $7,535 $4,509
10 Monthly Payments | May 1 through February 1 $3,014 $1,804

*Represents the average amount of tuition assistance awarded to students in the 2024–2025 enrollment year. Tuition assistance is not guaranteed, families must apply each year and the actual award amount is determined based on each family's circumstances. This average is intended to be used as a tool to help with planning.

Additional Information
  Middle School Grades 6-8 High School 9-12
iPad                                                                                          Included $750
Textbooks & Digital Textbooks (Estimated Range Based on Courseload) $100-$150 $150-$400
Admin Fee (Waived for Annual Payment Plan) $350 $350
Bus Transportation (Optional) $2,750 $2,750
Morning Snack / Daily Lunch Included See Menu for Pricing
Co-Curricular Activities (clubs, athletics, arts)* Included Included
Musical Instruments Required for Class - Cost Varies Optional

*Excludes overnight trips and select trip opportunities/retreats

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