Tuition & Affordability

As a Top 10 Private Pre-K Through 12 School in Minnesota, and among the top private Catholic schools nationally, Providence Academy remains remarkably competitive to comparable Twin Cities area schools.

We believe deeply that a Providence education, rooted in faith, knowledge, and virtue, should be possible for families who desire it.

2025-2026 School Year Tuition by Grade

2025-2026 School Year Tuition by Grade Pre-K (Full Day) $14,650	Grades 4-5 $18,875
Kindergarten (Full Day) $14,650	Grades 6-8 $19,550
Grades 1-3 $17,500	Grades 9-12 $22,225

Making Providence Possible

Providence partners with families to create clear, accessible pathways to enrollment. Providence awards over $2 million in tuition assistance each year. Nearly one-third of our students receive some level of aid.

A flexible 10-month, interest-free plan allowing families to spread tuition across the year.
3rd & 4th child simultaneously enrolled: 25% tuition reduction
5th child and beyond simultaneously enrolled: 50% tuition reduction
Meaningful tuition assistance for families demonstrating financial need.

For more information, contact Josh Anderson, Director of Advancement, at (763) 258-2531 or by email.

Financial Aid Application Process

If you are interested in Financial Aid consideration, we request that you submit your TADS application beginning November 1, 2026, for priority consideration. It is highly advised that you complete this step at the same time as applying for Admission. This will allow us to send you your potential aid package at the time of your student’s admissions decision.

Any qualified student entering grades K-12 who desires to attend Providence Academy may complete an application, regardless of financial resources. The financial aid application process for Providence Academy is completed through TADS (Tuition Aid Data Service), a third-party organization that collects and audits financial information.

Application forms must be submitted to TADS by January 28, 2026, for priority consideration for the following school year. If applicants have parents living in separate households, both legal guardians must apply for financial assistance to qualify. First-round financial aid determinations are typically made in mid-March. All applications for financial assistance submitted after the January 28, 2026, priority deadline will be reviewed on a funds-available basis.

Click the links below to begin the application for tuition assistance:

Providence Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in the administration of our educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school administered programs.

Providence Academy Scholarships

Providence offers two scholarships for incoming 9th graders, the Our Lady of Divine Providence Scholarship and the Catholic School Partners Award. Learn more about each scholarship, including eligibility and application details, below.

Our Lady of Divine Providence Scholarship

Providence Academy invites incoming students to participate in an essay-based contest for the Our Lady of Divine Providence Scholarship. This scholarship is specifically for incoming Ninth graders for the 2025-26 school year. Scholarship competitors will compete for several renewable scholarships in various amounts. Deadline for submission is January 28, 2026.

Access the Application for Our Lady of Divine Providence Scholarship

Grand Prize: $15,000 renewable all four years (single award)
Second Prize: $10,000 renewable all four years (single award)
Third Prize: $5,000 renewable all four years (2 awards)
Fourth Prize: $2,500 renewable all four years (2 awards)
Consolation: $1,000 one-time scholarship (5 awards)

Contact Jenny Bruce, Dean of Admissions (763) 258-2504 or by email to learn more about this scholarship and read all official contest rules and regulations. Students may receive a combination of need-based and merit-based financial aid. Receiving a merit or essay-based scholarship does not prevent a student’s family from receiving additional need-based aid.

The Catholic School Partners Award

Continue Your Catholic Education at Providence Academy with an automatic & renewable $5,000 Award

Providence Academy is proud to introduce the Catholic School Partners Award, a $5,000 renewable tuition award for 9th grade students coming from Twin Cities Catholic schools.

No application required. Simply apply for admission, and upon enrollment, the award is automatically applied to your student’s tuition account for all four years.

This award celebrates the shared mission of Catholic education and supports families continuing their children’s faith and learning journey at Providence Academy.

Eligibility:

Incoming 9th grade student
Currently attending a Twin Cities Catholic school
Enroll at Providence Academy

Apply today and continue your Catholic education with us.

External Scholarship Opportunities

Providence Academy families may also qualify for external scholarships offered through respected Catholic education partners.

The Aim Higher Foundation Scholarship

The Aim Higher Scholarship provides a $1,000 annual award for K–8 students from families demonstrating financial need.

Once awarded, students continue to receive the scholarship every year through grade 8, as long as annual financial aid documentation continues to show need.

Learn more about eligibility and application details on the Aim Higher Foundation website here.

The Catholic Services Appeal /Aim Higher Scholarship

The CSA/Aim Higher Scholarship is a $1,000 student-based scholarship awarded to five students in grades K-8 from families with financial need at each eligible Catholic school. The scholarship is awarded annually based upon demonstrated financial need.

Learn more about eligibility and application details on the Aim Higher Foundation website here.

Schulze Early Learning Scholarship

The Catholic Schools Center of Excellence (CSCOE), in partnership with the Richard M. Schulze Family Foundation, offers the Schulze Early Learning Scholarship to help middle-income families access high-quality Catholic preschool programs.

Awards range from $500 to $3,000 and are sent directly to the preschool to support tuition costs.

Learn more about eligibility and application guidelines on the Schulze Early Learning Scholarship website here.

Getting to Providence

You already know that a Providence education is possible for your family. Now explore the ways we make getting here just as easy. From convenient transportation options to resources that help your student thrive, Providence is committed to welcoming every family with support, care, and flexibility.

Discover how simple and seamless your journey to Providence can be.

Transportation Options