Financial Aid & Scholarships
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Through the generosity of our benefactors, St. Rita’s financial aid and scholarship committee aims to assist the largest number of families based on limited resources. Each incoming class is awarded financial aid and scholarships based on unique criteria guidelines.
While new scholarships are added and changes to scholarships may occur, we will continue to grant financial aid and scholarships based on class-specific criteria in order to provide consistent award packages for our families each year.
Tuition for the 2025-26 School Year is $14,500 plus a yearly $500 registration fee. It is our goal to continue to support our students consistently throughout their four years at St. Rita, and following these guidelines allows us to do so.
If you have questions regarding Scholarship and Financial Aid granting guidelines, please contact me at rboldt@stritahs.com.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Rosemarie E. Boldt
Financial Aid & Scholarships Coordinator
Scholarship Resources
Please Note: All recipients of St. Rita funded scholarships, financial aid, or discounts are required to provide complete and accurate information during the application and verification process. If it is determined that a family has knowingly withheld, misrepresented, or failed to disclose pertinent information relevant to the determination of eligibility for St. Rita funded scholarships, financial aid, or discounts, all previously awarded funding may be subject to immediate reversal.
External and/or St. Rita funded scholarships, financial aid, or discounts cannot exceed the cost of tuition (i.e. $14,500 for the 2025-26 School Year). Additionally, scholarships, aid, and discounts cannot be applied to fees such as activities, yearbook, registration, or transportation.
It is the responsibility of the families to contact St. Rita High School to inform us of the acceptance of any external scholarships. If a student is awarded any partnering/non-partnering program external scholarships, St. Rita funded scholarships, financial aid, or discounts are subject to change.
Browse Scholarship Opportunities by Class
Incoming Freshmen
Class of 2030 Scholarship Opportunities
Academic Scholarships (Awarded Freshman Year)
ENTRANCE EXAM SCHOLARSHIP
Young men in 8th grade may be awarded academic scholarships based on their scores on the St. Rita Entrance Exam (HSPT-High School Placement Test) held in December. Students will be tested in (3) subject areas: Math, English and Reading, and their National Percentile (NP) score determined the amount of the academic scholarship. To qualify for an academic scholarship, students must test at St. Rita.
The following criteria is used to determine the academic award amounts:
99+ National Percentile (NP) Score = $5,000
(Renewable by maintaining a 4.5+ GPA)
95-98 (NP) Score = $2,500
90-94 (NP) Score = $1,500
85-89 (NP) Score = $1,000
(Renewable by maintaining a 4.0+ GPA)
Academic Scholarships (Awarded Sophomore, Junior, & Senior Year)
A student who does not receive an academic scholarship for his freshman year will be eligible to apply for academic scholarships in his sophomore, junior, and senior years if he achieves a cumulative GPA of 4.0 or higher at the conclusion of each school year. Applications for these academic scholarships will be issued annually to eligible students.
Guaranteed Scholarships (Awarded Freshman Year)
St. Rita High School’s Guaranteed Scholarships ensure that middle-class, working Chicagoland families can afford a world-class Augustinian education for their sons.
These scholarships are for all incoming freshmen who qualify and are renewable each year for students who maintain a 3.0 GPA.
Learn more about Guaranteed Scholarships here.
Competitive Scholarships (Awarded Freshman Year)
ST. AUGUSTINE SCHOLARSHIP - $8,000 AWARD ($2,000 PER YEAR)
Incoming freshmen who attend a public or non-Catholic private grammar school and demonstrate excellence in service, leadership and character may apply for this scholarship.
LOU RICCI ’53 BAND SCHOLARSHIP - $6,000 AWARD ($1,500 PER YEAR)
Incoming freshmen who demonstrate interest and ability in music. Recipients must enroll and remain enrolled in the Band Program to maintain this scholarship.
EXTERNAL SCHOLARSHIP PARTNERS
Application Opens: Fall 2025
Application Closes: October 1, 2025
Application Opens: February 2026
Application Opens: August 1, 2025
Application Opens: Fall 2025
Class of 2026 Scholarship Opportunities
Academic Scholarships (Awarded Freshman Year)
ENTRANCE EXAM SCHOLARSHIP
Members of the Class of 2026 who took the St. Rita Entrance Exam held in December of their 8th Grade year were awarded academic scholarships based on those results. Students were tested in (3) subject areas: Math, English and Reading, and their National Percentile (NP) score determined the amount of the academic scholarship. The test administered was the HSPT (High School Placement Test). To qualify for an academic scholarship, students must’ve tested at St. Rita.
The criteria below was used to determine the academic award amounts:
99+ National Percentile (NP) Score = $5,000
95-98 (NP) Score = $2,500
90-94 (NP) Score = $1,500
85-89 (NP) Score = $1,000
Academic Scholarships (Awarded Sophomore, Junior, & Senior Year)
Following their freshman year, students are awarded academic scholarships based on their GPA:
4.5+ grade point average = $2,500
4.4-4.49 grade point average = $1,500
4.2-4.39 grade point average = $1,250
4.0-4.19 grade point average = $1,000
Guaranteed Scholarships (Awarded Freshman Year)
St. Rita High School’s Guaranteed Scholarships ensure that middle-class, working Chicagoland families can afford a world-class Augustinian education for their sons.
These scholarships are for all incoming freshmen who qualify and are renewable each year for students who maintain a 3.0 GPA.
Learn more about Guaranteed Scholarships here.
Named Scholarship (Awarded Freshman Year)
LOMAGLIO FAMILY NETWORK SCHOLARSHIP - $8,000 - $16,000 ($2,000 - $4,000 PER YEAR)
These scholarships are named in honor of the LoMaglio family and recognize academic performance, leadership, and community involvement. Grades, test scores and discipline records are considered when awarding these scholarships to incoming freshmen living in Chicago and its neighboring communities. Recipients will also receive access to an exclusive network of mentors who will help the students prepare for college, internships and full-time employment.
Class of 2027 Scholarship Opportunities
Academic Scholarships (Awarded Freshman Year)
ENTRANCE EXAM SCHOLARSHIP
Members of the Class of 2027 who took the St. Rita Entrance Exam held in December of their 8th Grade year were awarded academic scholarships based on those results. Students were tested in (3) subject areas: Math, English and Reading, and their National Percentile (NP) score determined the amount of the academic scholarship. The test administered was the HSPT (High School Placement Test). To qualify for an academic scholarship, students must’ve tested at St. Rita.
The criteria below was used to determine the academic award amounts:
99+ National Percentile (NP) Score = $5,000
95-98 (NP) Score = $2,500
90-94 (NP) Score = $1,500
85-89 (NP) Score = $1,000
Academic Scholarships (Awarded Sophomore, Junior, & Senior Year)
Following their freshman year, students are awarded academic scholarships based on their GPA:
4.5+ grade point average = $2,500
4.4-4.49 grade point average = $1,500
4.2-4.39 grade point average = $1,250
4.0-4.19 grade point average = $1,000
Guaranteed Scholarships (Awarded Freshman Year)
St. Rita High School’s Guaranteed Scholarships ensure that middle-class, working Chicagoland families can afford a world-class Augustinian education for their sons.
These scholarships are for all incoming freshmen who qualify and are renewable each year for students who maintain a 3.0 GPA.
Learn more about Guaranteed Scholarships here.
Competitive Scholarships (Awarded Freshman Year)
ST. AUGUSTINE SCHOLARSHIP - $8,000 AWARD ($2,000 PER YEAR)
Incoming freshmen who attend a public or non-Catholic private grammar school and demonstrate excellence in service, leadership and character may apply for this scholarship.
LOU RICCI ‘53 FINE ARTS SCHOLARSHIP - $6,000 AWARD ($1,500 PER YEAR)
Incoming freshmen who demonstrate interest and ability in the fine arts - music or visual art. Recipients must enroll and remain enrolled in the fine arts program to maintain this scholarship.
Class of 2028 Scholarship Opportunities
Academic Scholarships (Awarded Freshman Year)
ENTRANCE EXAM SCHOLARSHIP
Members of the Class of 2028 who took the St. Rita Entrance Exam held in December of their 8th Grade year were awarded academic scholarships based on those results. Students were tested in (3) subject areas: Math, English and Reading, and their National Percentile (NP) score determined the amount of the academic scholarship. The test administered was the HSPT (High School Placement Test). To qualify for an academic scholarship, students must’ve tested at St. Rita.
The criteria below was used to determine the academic award amounts:
99+ National Percentile (NP) Score = $5,000
95-98 (NP) Score = $2,500
90-94 (NP) Score = $1,500
85-89 (NP) Score = $1,000
Academic Scholarships (Awarded Sophomore, Junior, & Senior Year)
Following their freshman year, students are awarded academic scholarships based on their GPA:
4.5+ grade point average = $2,500
4.4-4.49 grade point average = $1,500
4.2-4.39 grade point average = $1,250
4.0-4.19 grade point average = $1,000
Guaranteed Scholarships (Awarded Freshman Year)
St. Rita High School’s Guaranteed Scholarships ensure that middle-class, working Chicagoland families can afford a world-class Augustinian education for their sons.
These scholarships are for all incoming freshmen who qualify and are renewable each year for students who maintain a 3.0 GPA.
Learn more about Guaranteed Scholarships here.
Competitive Scholarships (Awarded Freshman Year)
ST. AUGUSTINE SCHOLARSHIP - $8,000 AWARD ($2,000 PER YEAR)
Incoming freshmen who attend a public or non-Catholic private grammar school and demonstrate excellence in service, leadership and character may apply for this scholarship.
LOU RICCI ‘53 FINE ARTS SCHOLARSHIP - $6,000 AWARD ($1,500 PER YEAR)
Incoming freshmen who demonstrate interest and ability in the fine arts - music or visual art. Recipients must enroll and remain enrolled in the fine arts program to maintain this scholarship.
Class of 2029 Scholarship Opportunities
Academic Scholarships (Awarded Freshman Year)
ENTRANCE EXAM SCHOLARSHIP
Members of the Class of 2028 who took the St. Rita Entrance Exam held in December of their 8th Grade year were awarded academic scholarships based on those results. Students were tested in (3) subject areas: Math, English and Reading, and their National Percentile (NP) score determined the amount of the academic scholarship. The test administered was the HSPT (High School Placement Test). To qualify for an academic scholarship, students must’ve tested at St. Rita.
The following criteria was used to determine the academic award amounts:
99+ National Percentile (NP) Score = $5,000
(Renewable by maintaining a 4.5+ GPA)
95-98 (NP) Score = $2,500
90-94 (NP) Score = $1,500
85-89 (NP) Score = $1,000
(Renewable by maintaining a 4.0+ GPA)
Academic Scholarships (Awarded Sophomore, Junior, & Senior Year)
A student who does not receive an academic scholarship for his freshman year will be eligible to apply for academic scholarships in his sophomore, junior, and senior years if he achieves a cumulative GPA of 4.0 or higher at the conclusion of each school year. Applications for these academic scholarships will be issued annually to eligible students.
Guaranteed Scholarships (Awarded Freshman Year)
St. Rita High School’s Guaranteed Scholarships ensure that middle-class, working Chicagoland families can afford a world-class Augustinian education for their sons.
These scholarships are for all incoming freshmen who qualify and are renewable each year for students who maintain a 3.0 GPA.
Learn more about Guaranteed Scholarships here.
Competitive Scholarships (Awarded Freshman Year)
ST. AUGUSTINE SCHOLARSHIP - $8,000 AWARD ($2,000 PER YEAR)
Incoming freshmen who attend a public or non-Catholic private grammar school and demonstrate excellence in service, leadership and character may apply for this scholarship.
LOU RICCI ‘53 FINE ARTS SCHOLARSHIP - $6,000 AWARD ($1,500 PER YEAR)
Incoming freshmen who demonstrate interest and ability in the fine arts - music or visual art. Recipients must enroll and remain enrolled in the fine arts program to maintain this scholarship.
Financial Aid Q-and-A
Q: What is St. Rita's philosophy regarding financial aid?
A: St. Rita is committed to keeping the cost of a Catholic secondary education affordable for all families. As such we provide financial aid to families that can show a demonstrated need.
Q: What is “demonstrated need?”
A: A "demonstrated need" is defined as the difference between the total amount a family can be expected to contribute based on their financial situation, and the cost of tuition. All families attending St. Rita are expected to contribute something toward their child’s education.
Q: What percent of St. Rita students receive financial aid?
A: In a typical year, approximately 70% of students at St. Rita receive some kind of financial aid.
Q: What was the average amount of financial aid awarded last year?
A: The average financial aid award for the freshmen class for the 2025-26 School Year is $3,500.
Q: What effect does a financial aid application have on my child’s admission application?
A: None. Your child will be accepted based on the results of the Entrance Exam, their elementary school transcripts, and their completed application.
Q: When will I receive a decision regarding my financial aid award?
A: Your financial aid package will be made available after your child is formally accepted, but prior to the registration process.
Q: How do I apply for financial aid?
A: To apply for financial aid, please see the Facts Management link at the top of this page. You can contact Mrs. Rosemarie Boldt, Financial Aid & Scholarships Coordinator, at rboldt@stritahs.com for questions regarding financial aid.
Q: Do I have to re-apply for financial aid each year?
A: Yes you must apply each year you are seeking financial aid due to the fact that your financial circumstances may change from year to year.
Q: Who has access to my financial information?
A: All financial information is highly confidential and only released to the financial aid committee.
Do you still have questions?
Contact Mrs. Rosemarie Boldt, Financial Aid & Scholarships Coordinator
Email: rboldt@stritahs.com