We care
We want to help Catholic education be affordable for as many families who desire it as possible.
Let's work together to find a solution for your family.
Even if you are unsure if you need or will qualify for tuition assistance, you are invited to complete the Tuition Assistance forms.
How to Apply
Apply for Tuition Assistance during the yearly FACTS enrollment/re-enrollment online forms. Please review the "Who Can Apply" section below
St. Margaret Mary School and Parish administrations use the FACTS Financial Assistance tool to allocate tuition assistance to families registered as parishioners at St. Margaret Mary Parish.
If a change in financial situation has occurred, families may access the applications mid-year or please call the school office and we will assist you.
Key facts:
- Yearly SMM Enrollment/Re-enrollment takes place through the FACTS Student Information System (SIS) system.
- In the enrollment forms, when asked to select a Tuition Payment Plan, click the link that directs you to the FACTS Grant and Aid forms.
- The completed FACTS Grant and Aid forms go through the FACTS system and are returned to SMM.
- To check the status of your Tuition Assistance Application, log into your FACTS account
- If you have completed a FACTS Tuition Assistance form for a child enrolled at an Omaha Catholic High School, the same form can be submitted through your FACTS account to St. Margaret Mary School.
- Tuition Assistance notifications will be sent in June
Types of Financial Assistance
1. St. Margaret Mary Tuition Assistance: Access enrollment forms through your FACTS account. Apply online here.
-The FACTS Grant and AID Assessment form requires a separate username and password from your FACTS Family Portal login credentials
2. Children's Scholarship Fund: Apply online here. (This application opens each spring and the application deadline is the first Friday in May.)
3. Latino Catholic Scholarship Fund of Omaha (Fondo de Becas Católicas para Latinos de Omaha): Application guidelines (english), Pautas de aplicación (español), Application/Aplicación
When will tuition assistance information be available?
Families who want to apply for financial aid for the 2025-26 school year must submit their application to FACTS. Tuition assistance applications are due by May 2025. Families are notified regarding their financial aid amount before July.
Who can apply?
Tuition and fees are listed on this page. St. Margaret Mary School Board, Finance Committee, School and Parish leadership meet yearly to assess costs and calculate tuition rates.
Why is Financial Assistance available to only St. Margaret Mary Parish members?
The total Cost To Educate each student at St. Margaret Mary School exceeds the tuition charged. Through the generosity of parishioners in their Sunday and Holy Day giving, the cost to educate every student is subsidized by St. Margaret Mary Parish regardless of the families' religious affiliation. In the 2025-2026 school year, 39% of the cost to educate every student will be covered by St. Margaret Mary Parish. Tuition Assistance is available to families registered in St. Margaret Mary Parish. Click here to access a Parish Registration Form.
I have more questions
Please contact Jim Varner, Parish Business Manager at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 402-558-2255 x104 with questions about applications and assistance.
