Private School Financial Aid in Massachusetts
2026 programs, income limits, and how to apply
Massachusetts has no state voucher program, but 40% of private school families still get aid through school-based financial assistance. Average tuition: $22,400/year.
Check Your Eligibility
Enter your household income to see which Massachusetts programs you might qualify for.
Gross income before taxes. Income limits shown for a family of 4; actual limits scale with household size.
Massachusetts Financial Aid Programs
All available programs for private school families in 2026
School-based financial aid
New England boarding and day schools frequently meet 80-100% of demonstrated need
Varies
by school
Catholic school tuition assistance
Archdiocese of Boston's Catholic Schools Foundation provides need-based aid
$5,000
/year max
The Full Picture in Massachusetts
Massachusetts has no state program but its independent schools are among the wealthiest in the country. Schools like Andover, Deerfield, and Milton have endowments in the hundreds of millions and routinely provide $30K+ in aid. Catholic schools are significantly cheaper ($8K-$14K) and the Catholic Schools Foundation provides additional need-based grants. Average aid is $10,200 but the range is enormous depending on school type.
How to Apply for Aid in Massachusetts
Apply for state programs first
Massachusetts 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.