Tuition & Financial Aid
OLSS School and the Archdiocese of Washington strive to ensure parents are able to give their children the gift and enduring benefits of Catholic education. Families are encouraged to seek financial assistance through the Archdiocese of Washington and other Tuition Assistance Programs.
The actual cost to educate a student at Our Lady Star of the Sea School is approximately $9,800 per year. However, through the generous support of our parish, donors, and school community, we are able to “bridge the gap” between the cost of education and tuition.
2026-2027 School Fees
One Child
Annual Tuition Rate 2026-27:
$8,400
Catholic Active Parishioner Grant:
$1,200
Annual Tuition with Catholic Active Parishioner Grant:
$7,200
Two Children
Annual Tuition Rate:
$15,700
Catholic Active Parishioner Grant:
$2,400
Annual Tuition with Catholic Active Parishioner Grant:
$13,300
Three Children
Annual Tuition Rate:
$23,000
Catholic Active Parishioner Grant:
$3,600
Annual Tuition with Catholic Active Parishioner Grant:
$19,400
Four Children
Annual Tuition Rate:
$30,300
Catholic Active Parishioner Grant:
$4,800
Annual Tuition with Catholic Active Parishioner Grant:
$25,500
Administrative Fee
$200/year per child
$400/ year family max
Half Day PreK
Annual Tuition Rate:
$4,600
Financial Aid and Payment Plans
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The Catholic Active Parishioner Grant of $1,200 per student will be awarded to families who meet the following criteria:
The student and at least one parent/guardian must be a Catholic in good standing with the Church.
The family must be registered and participating members of a Catholic parish.
Participation means that the student must attend weekly Sunday Mass with their family at the parish in which they are registered and must contribute their time, talent, and treasure to support the life of the Parish.
Families must submit the Verification of Catholic Eligibility Form to the School Office after having it signed by their pastor.
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Tuition Assistance is available for qualifying families from:
Archdiocese of Washington Tuition Assistance: https://adwcatholicschools.org/tuition-assistance/
State of Maryland BOOST Program: www.marylandboost.org
OLSS School Tuition Assistance: OLSS families whose students are already enrolled must first apply for the ADW Tuition Assistance Program in order to qualify. The OLSS Tuition Assistance Form must be submitted with all sections completed.
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Tuition billing is processed through FACTS. Payment options:
One full payment for year, due Aug. 10 (no payment plan fee)
Four quarterly payments, due Jul. 10, Oct. 10, Jan. 10, & Apr. 10
10-month plan; first payment due Jul. 10 & last payment Apr. 10
A $35 late fee will be charges if the tuition payment is more than 5 days late.
A $35 fee will be charged for each returned payment.
In the event that it becomes necessary for OLSS to institute legal proceedings to collect tuition, the parent/guardian financially responsible for tuition will be responsible for all legal/attorney fees, courts costs, and any fees associated with collections agencies.