Admissions
Why St. Louis Catholic
At St. Louis, our Catholic faith is the cornerstone of what we do. It fuels the community of love and respect that allows every student to thrive in his or her own way.
There’s something for everyone. About 80% of St. Louis students participate in athletics. Nearly 100% participate in at least one team, club or other activity. And every student is part of our House System, which creates a “community within a community” that binds members together for years to come.
St. Louis academics are second-to-none. Over the last five years, St. Louis graduates have been offered billions in scholarships, earned an average 24.2 on the ACT and collectively completed several college credit hours before finishing high school. These accomplishments are due in part to some of the outstanding academic programs available at St. Louis Catholic High School, including:
- Our dual enrollment program includes 14 collegiate courses in eight subjects to jump-start your student’s post-secondary education beginning in the tenth grade.
- Our Advanced Placement program features 12 courses in a variety of subjects.
- St. Louis offers a number of non-traditional courses that prepare students for college, careers and life, including carpentry, media arts, computer architecture, family and consumer sciences, photography and more.
- Theology is not only part of the curriculum at St. Louis Catholic, it is woven into our everyday experiences with school-wide prayer every morning, prayer before individual classes, and weekly masses and liturgical celebrations to include recognizing key feast days and solemnities.
There is no one-size-fits-all approach at St. Louis Catholic High School. Our smaller classes and tight-knit community provide an ideal environment for every student to thrive. No matter what a student desires to accomplish, St. Louis Catholic strives to help them succeed in their goals. Every Saint has a place at St. Louis Catholic High School.
Timeline
It’s never too early to start planning ahead for next year! Please see our current Admissions Timeline in preparation for the 2025-2026 school year. Detailed information will be announced for each item as we get closer to date.
Early Planning/2025 – 2026 School Year
Campus day tours by appointment only
Saint for a Day
Open House
New applications opens online
Tuition assistance application period
Reenrollment for current students opens online
New student parent meeting
Counselors visit Partner School 8th graders for Course Request Information
New application deadline & Course Selection Forms due for all
Reenrollment deadline
High school placement test
Parish subsidy forms due
In-House and Endowed Scholarship application deadline
For questions, please contact Fara McKinley ’90, Director of Admissions, at 337-436-7275.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Tuition
St. Louis Catholic High School strives to provide a well-rounded, faith-based education at a tuition level that is accessible to as many students as possible. Around 40% of St. Louis students pay less than the top rate through the support of church subsidies, scholarships, financial aid or sibling discounts.
2025 – 2026 Tuition Rates
Base tuition for the 2025-2026 school year will be $8975, representing an increase of 3% or $260 over the current (2024-2025) tuition rate.
For those students to whom it applies, subsidies from respective parishes will remain $1,000. A signed subsidy form entitles you to a $1000 credit on your FACTS payment plan. Click here for the 2025-2026 Subsidy Form.
Tuition Costs Per Child
- One Child – $8,975
- Two Children – $17,501
- Three Children – $25,130
- Four or More Children – $30,515
2025 – 2026 Fees
- Non-refundable enrollment deposit – $500
- Administrative Fee – $250
- Technology Fee – $200
- Ministry & Activity Fee – $75
- Graduation Fee (Seniors only) – $140
TOTAL FEES BY GRADE:
Grades 9-11 Total Fees – $1,025
Grade 12 Total Fees – $1,165
All fees must be paid through your FACTS account.
Subsidy Form
Tithing parishioners at one of the 15 Diocese of Lake Charles parishes that support St. Louis Catholic High School may be eligible for a $1000 subsidy credit. Please download the Subsidy Form and contact your church pastor for more information. Click Here for the 2025-2026 Subsidy Form.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
St. Louis Catholic High School and the St. Louis Catholic Foundation are committed to ensuring that as many students as possible may benefit from a faith-based high school education. Click here to apply for In-House Tuition Assistance or one of the St. Louis Catholic High School Endowed Scholarships. Additional opportunities are listed below in the Financial Aid & Scholarships section.
FACTS Payments
All fees must be paid through FACTS at the time of enrollment/re-enrollment. Tuition payments will be set up through your FACTS account as you determine the payment option that works best for you.
Contact
For questions regarding tuition, financial aid or scholarships, please contact Teresa Ernst, Director of Finance, at 337-436-7275, or via email: ternst@slchs.org.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
There are several different options to apply for financial aid to attend St. Louis Catholic High School. Families may apply for In-House Tuition Assistance through the school, through our SLCHS Foundation, or through the additional financial assistance opportunities listed below.
In-House Tuition Assistance
In order to qualify and apply for tuition assistance in-house, students must:
- Complete the FACTS Financial Aid process by April 18, 2025.
- Provide the previous year’s W2 forms and tax returns, as stated in the FACTS application.
- Pay the application fee of $45 at the time of application.
- Be a currently enrolled student at St. Louis Catholic High School OR have an active Admissions application on file.
- Demonstrate a need as determined by FACTS and the St. Louis Catholic High School Tuition Assistance Committee.
SLCHS Foundation Endowed Scholarships
These scholarships, made possible through generous donations to the St. Louis Catholic Foundation, provide tuition assistance and allow us to welcome into our faith community deserving students who may not otherwise have access to a Catholic education. There are currently 26 scholarships available to students who meet criteria as outlined by each donor. Students are considered for these scholarships based on their SLCHS Endowed Scholarship Application.
Application Deadline – April 18, 2025
- 25th Anniversary Scholarship
- Adam Puckett
- Alton & Gisele Puckett
- Alverdy Heyd Veron
- Beatina & Thomas K. O’Carroll
- Daniel Ieyoub
- Deacon Glenn Viau
- Dee Butts
- Douglas Earl Veron
- Elizabeth & Jacque de la Bretonne
- ERDACE Family
- Ethel & Henry “Doc” Mancuso
- Geri Christ & Lester M. Landry
- Gertrude Joffrion Winter
- Glendon L. Smith
- Gloria & George J. John
- Jane & Denny Dennison
- Juanita Hebert & A.M. Stelly
- Judge Earl E. Veron
- Mike & Dee Haley
- Pam Gabriel LeBlanc
- Patricia Petty Engel
- Phillip E. Ribbeck
- Thompson Family
- Vida & Robert Pumpelly
Additional Financial Assistance is listed below. Each option must be filled out through the external link provided. For questions regarding Financial Assistance contact Teresa Ernst, Director of Finance, at 337-436-7275 ext. 247, or via email: ternst@slchs.org.
Louisiana GATOR Scholarship Program
The Louisiana Giving All True Opportunity to Rise (LA GATOR) Scholarship Program will begin accepting online student applications on March 1 for the 2025-2026 school year.
Beginning with the 2025-2026 school year, the LA GATOR Scholarship Program will replace the Louisiana Scholarship Program (LSP). LSP students will receive priority access to LA GATOR but must submit an application when the portal opens on March 1. To ensure a smooth transition, the LDOE will provide additional resources for LSP families, including a dedicated webinar and application guidance materials. Families currently participating in LSP who have not been receiving updates about LA GATOR from their school and the LDOE are encouraged to contact the call center at 225-422-1538 or via email at help.la@withodyssey.com.
For the LA GATOR Scholarship Program, the LA Department of Education has partnered with Odyssey, an experienced technology provider, to launch and manage the program. Odyssey will assist in the onboarding process, application verification, and host the online marketplace where families will manage their scholarship accounts. Additional program information is available at the LA GATOR Scholarship Program page. Sign-up for the LA GATOR Newsletter to receive program updates as they come available.
ACE Scholarship
The Ace Scholarship program is committed to helping low-income parents provide their children with a great education at a school of their choice. Please note that both current ACE families and new applicants must submit a $35 application fee for the upcoming school year. Click here for more information or to apply. This application is open to all public or charter school students applying for admissions to St. Louis Catholic High School. If approved, the student must apply every year.
***The application window opened on February 3, 2025 and closes on April 15, 2025. Eligibility requirements can be found here. As a reminder, the ACE application is now a separate application from the St. Louis Catholic In-House Tuition Assistance application in FACTS; however, there will still only be one application fee for families. Here is a link to our state’s application: Louisiana Application. The ACE Help Center contains valuable information for families to assist in navigating the application process, and their site also has Top Tips for Applying for an ACE Scholarship. You can also email lasupport@acescholarships.com or call (856) 746-6521.
Arete Scholarship
The Arete Scholarship program is committed to helping low-income parents provide their children with a great education at a school of their choice. Applications are not considered complete until all required documents have been submitted. Click here for more information or to apply. This application is open to all public or charter school students applying for admissions to St. Louis Catholic High School. If approved, the student must apply every year.
***Applications for the 2025-2026 school year will open on February 25, 2025. All applications must be submitted online via the Arete website. The maximum award amount for the 2024-25 school year was $4,900 for grades 9-12.
Folds of Honor Scholarship
Folds of Honor offers a scholarship to children in K-12 whose parents are disabled veterans. It can be used to pay for private school. Parents who are eligible can apply for the scholarship to help them pay for their child’s attendance at SLCHS. Students can receive it annually as long as they re-apply each year. This application is available to dependents of fallen or disabled U.S. service members.
***The application window opened on February 1, 2025 and closes April 6, 2025. The website to apply is www.foldsofhonor.org. Students can receive up to $5,000 per academic year, and the money will be paid directly to the school. More information can be found HERE.
Bishop’s Scholarship Fund
Granted through the Diocese of Lake Charles Office of Catholic Schools, the Bishop’s Scholarship is given to each individual school within the Diocese so that families desiring a Catholic education may attend St. Louis Catholic High School. A committee at St. Louis Catholic High School determines whether a student receives this scholarship. Please click here to complete the application. Once you complete the application, please send it along with a copy of your tax return to Teresa Ernst, Director of Finance, at ternst@slchs.org. This is open to all students applying for admission to St. Louis Catholic High School.
School Choice Program for Certain Students with Exceptionalities
The School Choice Program for Certain Students with Exceptionalities enables students with special needs to apply for assistance to attend participating schools like St. Louis Catholic High School that offer support programs. Tuition assistance is provided at 50% of the state’s per pupil funding for the student’s district. In Calcasieu Parish, that total is approximately $2,500. Assistance may not exceed the cost of school tuition, and families are responsible for the remaining balance. This is a School Choice application that is open to all students that have special needs and would like to attend St. Louis Catholic High School.
***The School Choice Application opened on February 3, 2025, and closes on March 7, 2025. For questions about the application process, please contact studentscholarships@la.gov for assistance.
Campus Tours & Events
Every student has a home at St. Louis Catholic High School. With six houses, more than 30 student organizations, 16 sports, nearly 100 courses and a fully customizable academic program built on our Catholic faith, every Saint finds their place here. We always encourage prospective families to visit our campus and see our day-to-day life at St. Louis. Please consider one of the options below to see our Saints in action!
Campus Tours
These personal tours offer prospective students and their families an opportunity to tour the campus, ask questions and witness a typical day at St. Louis Catholic High School. Contact our Director of Admissions, Fara McKinley '90, at fmckinley@slchs.org to schedule your tour today.
Saint for a Day
St. Louis Catholic High School is best known for its academic reputation - but the lived experience includes so much more. Eighth grade students are invited to attend our time-honored event—Saint for a Day—with our ambassadors and discover what it means to be a Saint!
Saints are students who are open to growth in lots of different ways: in the faith; in developing a commitment to academic success; in building their passions; and in participating in our school community and rising to become a leader within it. Saints are also open to being formed by one another -- by the stories, traditions, and experiences of a student body representing racial, ethnic, socioeconomic and geographic diversity.
Saints are driven. They utilize today as the building blocks of tomorrow. At St. Louis Catholic, high school is about becoming a lifelong learner. We are Saints, and you could be one too!
Open House
Each fall, St. Louis Catholic High School’s Open House event provides an opportunity for prospective students and parents to gain an all-access pass to all things St. Louis – from academics to athletics and from spiritual life to extra-curricular activities. Open House typically takes place just before St. Louis’s priority application period.
Save the Date:
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Apply Online
Welcome to St. Louis Catholic High School and thank you for your interest.
Applying is easy using our Online Application. We encourage families to apply online as it simplifies submission and provides parents a tool for tracking online the status of their admission after their application has been submitted. A non-refundable fee of $40 must be submitted with each application.
