Financial Aid Frequently Asked Questions

Chaminade’s financial assistance application is here. Chaminade uses Clarity Financial to collect and validate taxes. You must use the above link to fill out the application that is unique to Chaminade.

Applying for financial assistance is a separate process from applying for admittance. Admittance is based on merit alone. A family’s ability to pay will not affect an acceptance decision.

The information requested on the application is integral to capturing an accurate financial situation.  It asks for both parents’ W-2s, tax returns, employment history, business taxes, if applicable, and information about household expenses like vacations and club sports. Every family’s unique application is reviewed by the Financial Aid Committee with the goal of being good stewards of our resources, and all information will remain confidential. 

The Clarity application will ask you to sign and submit a Form 4506C, giving Clarity permission to pull prior year tax returns directly from the IRS. Clarity will ask for additional documents if needed.

You may use your 529 to pay tuition. Consult with your financial institution for distribution. Please contact Lisa Hermannes with questions.

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There is no additional application for these scholarships; academic transcripts will provide sufficient information.

NOTE: Freshman applicants must list Chaminade as their first choice school on the Archdiocesan Application form so we receive your transcripts.