Private School Financial Aid in Colorado
2026 programs, income limits, and how to apply
Colorado has no state voucher program, but 38% of private school families still get aid through school-based financial assistance. Average tuition: $12,400/year.
Check Your Eligibility
Enter your household income to see which Colorado programs you might qualify for.
Gross income before taxes. Income limits shown for a family of 4; actual limits scale with household size.
Colorado Financial Aid Programs
All available programs for private school families in 2026
ACE Scholarships Colorado
Nonprofit scholarship for low-income K-12 students in Denver metro
Income limit: $58,000/year (family of 4)
$5,000
/year max
School-based financial aid
Independent and Catholic schools set their own aid budgets
Varies
by school
The Full Picture in Colorado
Colorado has no state voucher or tax credit program. The Douglas County voucher program was struck down by the state supreme court in 2015. All aid is school-based or through private scholarship organizations like ACE Scholarships. Apply to schools directly and ask about payment plans. Many Colorado Catholic schools offer 20-40% tuition discounts for parishioners.
How to Apply for Aid in Colorado
Apply for state programs first
Colorado has no state-funded program. Skip to step 2.
Apply for school-based aid at every school
Most schools use TADS, FACTS, or SSS for financial aid assessment. Apply by January-February for the following school year. School aid stacks with state programs.
Check private scholarship organizations
Local nonprofits, community foundations, and religious organizations often provide additional scholarships. Search "[your city] private school scholarships" for local options.