Registration is Now Open for 2025-2026!
Tuition for 2025-2026 School Year
Dear St Joseph School Parent/Guardian,
Thank you for considering joining, or continuing to be part of, our St Joseph School family. I am looking forward to the upcoming 2025-2026 school year.
As you review the documents in the registration packet, you will notice an increase in school tuition for the upcoming school year. The new tuition reflects the true cost of educating one of our students. However, I will continue to work with your family to help you meet the tuition requirement. In most cases, financial aid will be granted to families such that the out of pocket expenses will be the same as the 2024-2025 school year. In many cases this will continue to result in no out of pocket tuition for our school families.
Funds from the Diocese of Toledo Scholarship Granting Organization (SGO) have been added to the options for families to be able to continue to afford full tuition, without increasing the family’s out of pocket amount. Holy Trinity and St Joseph Parishes continue to focus on providing a quality Catholic education as a primary mission. Financial aid awards will be confirmed within 21 days of receipt of the request.
Below are examples of how financial aid can be used to help your family. They do not represent any particular school family. They do demonstrate actual tuition situations that are typical at our school:
Example 1
Tuition $11,000
Registration Fee 50
Ed Choice Scholarship -6,150
Financial Aid from SGO -3,850
Financial Aid from parishes -1,000
Net Out of Pocket from Family $50
Example 2
Tuition $11,000
Registration Fee 50
Ed Choice Scholarship -4,150
Financial Aid from SGO -500
Financial Aid from parishes -6,350
Net Out of Pocket from Family $50
Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns.
Financial Aid
At St. Joseph Catholic School it is our goal to meet the needs of every family who enters our doors. Thanks to the generosity of hundreds of people each year, St. Joseph is fortunate to offer a number of financial assistance programs to its families. Last year, St. Joseph provided 100% of St. Joseph K-8 students with financial aid.
EdChoice Scholarship (K-8)
Every student in Ohio is eligible to receive an EdChoice scholarship provided by the state of Ohio to help cover tuition costs. The scholarship amount is based on your household income.
If you’re new to the program, you’ll need to complete an ODE Scholarship Application provided by the school office.
Families who have received the scholarship in previous years must fill out a renewal form annually to continue receiving support.
Applications are now open, please contact us to apply! We are encouraging all families to apply for an EdChoice Scholarship.
EDCHOICE EXPANSION INCOME ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR 2024-2025
| Number in Family/ Household | 200% | 450% | 500% | 550% | 600% | 650% | 700% | 750% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $30,120 | $67,770 | $75,300 | $82,830 | $90,360 | $97,890 | $105,420 | $112,950 |
| 2 | $40,880 | $91,980 | $102,200 | $112,420 | $122,640 | $132,860 | $143,080 | $153,300 |
| 3 | $51,640 | $116,190 | $129,100 | $142,010 | $154,920 | $167,830 | $180,740 | $193,650 |
| 4 | $62,400 | $140,400 | $156,000 | $171,600 | $187,200 | $202,800 | $218,400 | $234,000 |
| 5 | $73,160 | $164,610 | $182,900 | $201,190 | $219,480 | $237,770 | $256,060 | $274,350 |
| 6 | $83,920 | $188,820 | $209,800 | $230,780 | $251,760 | $272,740 | $293,720 | $314,700 |
| 7 | $94,680 | $213,030 | $236,700 | $260,370 | $284,040 | $307,710 | $331,380 | $355,050 |
| 8 | $105,440 | $237,240 | $263,600 | $289,960 | $316,320 | $342,680 | $369,040 | $395,400 |
| For each additional person added: | $10,760 | $24,210 | $26,900 | $29,590 | $32,280 | $34,970 | $37,660 | $40,350 |
All first-time EdChoice Expansion applicants must have their income verified by the Office of Nonpublic Educational Options. Scholarships for EdChoice Expansion are awarded based on the Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) of a family’s household. If a family’s household income is at or below 450 percent of the Federal Poverty Level, they will be awarded the maximum scholarship amount. If a family’s household income is at or above 451 percent of the Federal Poverty Level, the student’s scholarship award will be prorated based on their specific percentage of the Federal Poverty Level. Please review the 2024-2025 EdChoice Expansion Fact Sheet for more information. The scholarship can only be used to pay tuition. Parents and/or guardians may have to pay registration fees, material fees and other similar types of fees. Families who qualify for low-income status (at or below 200 percent of the Federal Poverty Guidelines) do not have to pay any tuition beyond the amount of the scholarship. If the private school’s tuition is higher than the EdChoice Expansion Scholarship amount and the family does not qualify for low-income status, the family may have to pay the difference.
The above information is according to the Ohio Department of Education, ODE, and is accurate to the best of our knowledge.
Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship Program
(K-8)
The Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship Program provides scholarships to students who are eligible to attend kindergarten through 12th grade and have an Individualized Education Program (IEP) from their district of residence.
The amount of each scholarship is based on the disability identified on the student’s IEP as classified into categories set by the state legislature.
JPSN scholarship applications are available year round. Please contact us to apply or visit the school office for an application form.
SGO Scholarship (K-8)
Ohioans can donate to the Diocese of Toledo Scholarship Fund and receive a dollar-for-dollar tax credit. Individuals can give up to $750. Married couples filing jointly can give up to $1,500.
Your donation can be directed to St. Joseph, Galion.100% of your gift goes toward scholarships for our students. To apply for the scholarship, please visit https://www.dotsgo.org
Donate online or by mail at www.dotsgo.org.
Make your donation by April 15 to receive your 2024 tax credit. Submit two separate donations if filing jointly. Please consult your tax advisor to claim the credit.
Questions? Contact Kyle Kubik at kkubik@toledodiocese.org
HOW TO MAKE A DONATION TO THE SCHOLARSHIP GRANTING ORGANIZATION (SGO)
Go to the website: WWW.DOTSGO.ORG
Once on the website, click on “MAKE A GIFT”
On the next page, click on either “DONATE ONLINE” or “MAIL A CHECK”
If you select Donate Online, you will have 2 options: Credit Card or Direct Debit from a bank account.
If you select Credit Card, follow the prompts to complete the form. Enter your donation amount. Select St Joseph School Galion (options are in alphabetic order by school name) as the school and your parish of either Holy Trinity Bucyrus or St Joseph Galion (also in alphabetic order by parish name). Enter the billing address for the credit card that you will use to make the donation. Click “Credit Card” and “Secure Payment.”
This is a secure site and you will have to verify by doing a “reCaptcha” which will ask you to click on certain pictures to insure you are not a robot. You may have to do this twice.
Once you have verified security via the Recaptcha, you will then be asked to provide your credit card information. Enter your credit card information and then click on “Finish and Pay $$$”.
If you elect to do a direct debit from your bank account, click on “Direct Debit”. A form will populate for you to enter your banking account information. Once you enter the information, click “DONATE” and a screen to do a reCaptcha will populate. Complete the reCaptcha.
If you elect to make a donation through the mail, click on “MAIL A CHECK”. A form will populate. Print the form and fill it out. Make your check payable to: Diocese of Toledo Scholarship Fund. On the form, under “CONTRIBUTION DETAIL” check the box for Diocese of Toledo School Name and City and enter Saint Joseph Galion.
Mail form and payment to:
Diocese of Toledo Scholarship Fund
Department of Catholic Education
1933 Spielbusch Avenue
Toledo, OH 43604
You will receive documentation indicating that you have donated to the scholarship fund. This document will be your proof that you can take the tax credit on your Ohio State Income Tax filing form.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1. What is the Diocese of Toledo Scholarship Fund (DOTSF)?
The Diocese of Toledo Scholarship Fund is a Scholarship Granting Organization registered with the State of Ohio’s Attorney General’s Office. DOTSF is a registered non-profit 501(c)3 organization that collects funds to assist students in grades K-12 to attend non-public schools within the Diocese of Toledo.
2. What is a Scholarship Granting Organization (SGO)?
In the State of Ohio, a Scholarship Granting Organization (SGO) is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization that receives contributions from individual donors and grants educational scholarships to eligible students K-12 in Ohio. Individuals and entities that contribute to SGOs participating in the program can receive a tax credit. The SGO program was enacted in 2021 as part of Ohio House Bill 110 and is overseen by the Ohio Attorney General.
3. How do I donate to this fund?
It’s easy! Go to the Website: DOTSGO.ORG. To donate, click the “Donate” button. Follow the instructions on the “How To” document included in this mailing. Following your donation being processed, you will receive a donation receipt and a letter of acknowledgement for the tax credit. In both instances, you may designate your donation to a particular Catholic school or select “greatest need” for students throughout the Diocese of Toledo.
4. What is the difference between a tax credit and a tax deduction?
A tax credit directly reduces the amount you owe in taxes. A tax deduction reducesyour taxable income. A tax deduction does not provide a dollar-for-dollar benefit. In this SGO program, each dollar you donate reduces what you owe in taxes by a dollar.
5. Who qualifies for a tax credit?
Any Ohio taxpayer or Limited Liability Company (LLC) donating directly to the SGO is eligible for the tax credit. The law now allows for donations eligible for a tax credit to be collected until the date that Ohio taxes are due to the State of Ohio, typically April 15, for donations to be applied to the previous year.
6. How much is my tax credit when I donate to this fund?
The maximum tax credit is $750 per individual or $1,500 for those married filing jointly. However, there is no cap on donations to SGOs across the state. Any amount may be donated to an SGO. Donors should consider writing two separate checks if they are married filing jointly.
7. How much do I owe for my State of Ohio Taxes?
On Form 1040 IT of your Individual Income Tax Return for the state of Ohio, reference line thirteen (13) or the Total Ohio tax Liability Line. For other tax-related questions, you are encouraged to consult a tax professional.
8. How is my tax credit applied to my state taxes?
After making a donation, you will receive via mail, documentation to ensure your tax credit for the previous year’s donation is applied to your state tax liability.
9. Is my donation also tax deductible for my federal taxes?
Consult your tax advisor to determine your specific tax situation. For more information, visit www.irs.gov or a tax professional for more information.
10. I read that the donation is non-refundable, what does that mean?
It means that once a gift is made, the SGO is unable to issue a refund to a donor. This term does not refer to the process of receiving a tax refund from the state.
Affordability Questions?
If you have concerns about tuition or financial aid, please know that we are dedicated to partnering with your family to find a solution that meets your individual circumstances.
Please contact the school office at 419-468-5436 or office@sjsaints.org