Tuition & Affording NDP

At Notre Dame Preparatory School, we are committed to making the financial aid process straightforward and accessible. We also recognize that investing in private education is a significant decision for families, which is why we strive to provide clear and transparent tuition and fee structures. Our tuition supports exceptional educators, cutting-edge resources, enriching extracurriculars, and a dynamic learning environment that prepares students for success beyond the classroom.

This page offers detailed information about tuition, fees, and available financial assistance to help families plan for their investment in an NDP education. Our Admissions Team is also available to assist with any questions and guide you through the financial aid process with ease.

Scholarships, Awards, & Grants

Empowering qualified young women is at the heart of what we do. While education is a shared investment, NDP offers strong financial aid and scholarship opportunities to support families with demonstrated need. Explore our annual scholarships and grants to see how we can help make an NDP education a reality.

In order to be considered for financial assistance, a completed financial aid form must be submitted through Notre Dame Prep's FACTS Grant and Aid Assessment Portal by December 18, 2026. Please note that when applying through FACTS, it will ask for 2025 W2s since 2026 W2s will not be available until the end of January 2027. However, we do ask that when you receive your W2s for 2026, you upload them to FACTS. 

All decisions on financial awards will be mailed to families in both Middle Level and Upper Level in February 2027, along with admissions decision letters. Financial awards will also show on your Admissions PrepNet portal and your Enrollment Contract when decisions are released in February.

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  • Endowed Scholarships

    NDP uses FACTS Grant & Aid and Assessment. Anyone wanting to be considered for endowed scholarships or need-based financial aid needs to submit an application to FACTS between October 16, 2026, and December 18, 2026.

    Need-based financial aid and scholarship awards are granted after a thorough review of the family’s completed FACTS application. All aid is awarded on a yearly basis and is continued each subsequent year if the family's financial need is indicated on the FACTS report. Once enrolled, parents must make an application to FACTS each year in order to continue to receive grants or scholarships.  
     
    Students must be in good standing in all aspects of student life and are encouraged to maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA.

    Scholarship availability changes from year to year; therefore, we are unable to publish a definite listing of them.

  • Alumnae Scholarship

    The Alumnae Association is proud to offer an annual tuition grant to eligible incoming 6th and 9th grade students who have a documented alumnae connection to Notre Dame Preparatory School. This scholarship reflects the Alumnae Association's commitment to supporting families with deep ties to the NDP community and helping future generations of Blazers continue the tradition of an NDP education.

    Eligibility Requirements:

    To be considered for the Alumnae Scholarship, applicants must:
     
    • Be an incoming 6th grade or incoming 9th grade student, including students transitioning from NDP's Middle Level to the Upper Level

    • Have a documented alumnae connection to NDP through a mother, grandmother, aunt, or sister who is an NDP graduate (a sister who is currently enrolled at NDP does not qualify)

    • Demonstrate financial need by submitting a FACTS Financial Aid Application
     
    Scholarship Duration:

    Students awarded the scholarship as incoming 6th graders will receive the grant annually throughout their three Middle Level years, provided they remain enrolled and in good standing at NDP. Upon entering 9th grade, students must reapply for consideration. 

    Students awarded the scholarship as incoming 9th graders will receive the grant annually throughout their four Upper Level years, provided they remain enrolled and in good standing at NDP. 

    Selection Process:
     
    1. Eligibility Review: The Admissions and Finance Offices review FACTS Financial Aid applications and verify alumnae connections to determine which students are eligible to move forward in the process.

    2. Application: Eligible families will receive an Alumnae Scholarship application via email and will be invited to submit additional information for consideration.

    3. Internal Review: Applications are reviewed by the scholarship selection committee. A select group of candidates will be invited to advance to the interview stage.

    4. Interview: Finalists participate in an interview with a panel that includes members of the Alumnae Association Board.

    5. Final Selection: Following the interview process, scholarship recipients are selected and notified of the committee's decision.
     
    The Alumnae Scholarship celebrates the enduring connection between generations of NDP alumnae while providing meaningful financial support to deserving students and families. Through this program, the Alumnae Association seeks to strengthen the legacy of Notre Dame Preparatory by helping future Blazers benefit from the same transformative educational experience that has connected alumnae across generations.

  • Rollins-Luetkemeyer Scholars Program

    The Rollins-Luetkemeyer Scholars Program at Notre Dame Preparatory School was established in partnership with the Rollins-Luetkemeyer Foundation, Inc., to help bridge the affordability gap for middle-income families with an annual income between $75,000 and $175,000. Consideration dependent upon completion of financial aid application.

  • Rollins-Luetkemeyer Heroes Grant

    Any affected student whose parent dies or becomes permanently disabled in the line of duty while actively serving in the military, law enforcement, or as a first responder between January 1, 2024, and May 15, 2028, is eligible for the Rollins-Luetkemeyer Heroes Grant. Families facing these circumstances are encouraged to contact Nicole Gedney '94, Director of Admissions & Enrollment Management, for more information and support.

  • Academic & Talent Awards

    NDP is pleased to recognize talented students who excel in the classroom, in athletics, in performing and visual arts, and other areas through our Academic & Talent Awards.

    More information and application details for these awards will be published by September 1, 2026.

  • External Scholarships & Awards

    The following scholarships and awards are not affiliated with Notre Dame Prep, but we'd like to share these external opportunities for aid with prospective families:

    • The Knott Scholarship Funds have been providing merit-based, full-tuition scholarships for academically talented Catholic elementary and secondary school students for more than 40 years. Awarded in the 4th grade for grades 5 through 8, or 8th grade for grades 9 through 12, scholarships are awarded to Catholic students in the Archdiocese of Baltimore who wish to attend a Catholic school. Applications are available beginning in January and are due in March for awards for the following year. For more information, please visit the Knott Scholarship Funds website.
       
    • The Frederick M. Gossman Memorial High School Scholarship is designed to assist sons and daughters of members of the Knights of Columbus in paying tuition at accredited Catholic high schools, three grants of $1,500 per year, for up to four years, will be awarded. Awards are made on the basis of academic excellence, personal qualifications, and financial need. For more information, visit the Knights of Columbus Maryland State Council website.

    • The William J. O'Brien Jr. Memorial High School Scholarship awards three grants of $1,500 per year for up to four years. Eligibility for a grant under this program is open to Catholic students who are residents of the State of Maryland.  Affiliation with the Knights of Columbus is not required. However, children and grandchildren of a member of a Knights of Columbus council within the jurisdiction of Maryland are also eligible. Applicants must have been officially accepted at or must be students at accredited Catholic High Schools. Applications will be judged on academic excellence, personal qualifications, and financial need.  Continued support after the first year is contingent on continued academic success.  Funds are applicable to tuition only. For more information, visit the Knights of Columbus Maryland State Council website.

    • The Daniel Rudd Scholarship Fund is administered by the Office and Board of African American Catholic Ministries in the Archdiocese of Baltimore. The scholarship, named after the founder of the National Black Catholic Congress, is open to low-income Catholic students currently residing in the metropolitan area of Baltimore and enrolled in a Catholic elementary or high school within the Archdiocese of Baltimore. For more information, please call 410-625-8472 or email AACM@archbalt.org.

    • Sponsored by the Gary Lee Ryon Jr. Memorial Foundation, Inc., scholarships are awarded to 8th grade students accepted into a Catholic high school in the Archdiocese of Baltimore or Washington. Applications must be postmarked no later than May 1 of the applicant’s 8th grade year. For more information, please email Betty Ryon at eryon0037@aol.com.

    • The Theresa F. Truschel Charitable Foundation, Inc., was established to provide scholarships to students attending Catholic schools at all levels and grants to Catholic institutions and organizations helping those who require temporary financial assistance to support themselves and their families. Applications are open from April 1 to April 30 each year. For more information, visit the Theresa F. Truschel Charitable Foundation website.

    • The Broadening Options and Opportunities for Students Today (BOOST) Scholarship Program provides scholarship awards for some students who are eligible for the free or reduced–price school meals program (FARMs) to attend a participating nonpublic school. For full eligibility requirements and instructions on how to apply, please visit the Maryland State Department of Education website.

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  • Will requesting financial aid affect my daughter’s admissions decision?

    No. Admissions decisions are made entirely independently of your financial aid application. Requesting tuition assistance has no bearing on our evaluation of your daughter’s qualifications, nor will it impact her eligibility for enrollment.

  • Do I need to complete a separate FACTS application for each child?

    No. Only one application needs to be completed. List each child that is applying for financial aid as a separate applicant.

  • If I am divorced, who fills out the financial aid application?

    Each parent must complete a separate financial aid application. Remarried parents must include their new spouse's financial information. Incomplete applications may result in a reduced award or denial of aid by NDP.

  • Is there a cost to submit a financial aid application?

    Yes. A $34 fee is required in order to submit the financial aid application.

  • Do I need to apply for financial aid each year?

    Yes. Families receiving need-based aid must submit a new application and update their tax information each year.

  • I can't upload my tax documents. What should I do?

    Please call FACTS at 866-441-4637 for assistance, or tax returns can be faxed to FACTS at 866-315-9264.

  • If my application is not complete by December 18, will we still receive financial aid?

    Priority is given to on-time applicants and while funds remain available. Families may potentially have the opportunity to submit applications after the December 18 FACTS deadline, but this is not guaranteed.

  • Is there an income cutoff for financial aid?

    No. While income remains the primary benchmark for need-based aid, eligibility calculations also factor in household size, total net worth, and multiple dependents enrolled in tuition-paying institutions.

  • Does NDP fund my entire financial need?

    NDP’s financial aid philosophy is to balance the funding of a family’s unmet need with an equitable distribution of available aid among applying families. Therefore, NDP is not always able to fund the entirety of a family’s financial need.

  • Is there a financial aid appeal process?

    Yes, we do have a financial aid appeal process. For more information, contact financialaidcommittee@notredameprep.com.

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    Tuition · 2026–2027

    $25,750

    All Students, Grades 6–12

    General Fees

    Parents' Association Fee$125 / Family
    School Uniform (FlynnO'Hara)~$300
    Field TripsVaries
    8th Grade Closing Ceremony$100
    Senior New York Trip$675+
    Senior Graduation Fee$200

    Technology Fees

    Middle Level (Grades 6–8)$200
    Upper Level (Grades 9–12)$300

    Additional Fees

    À la carte — charged only if your daughter participates in the program or activity.

    Elective ClassesSee Catalog
    Athletics (Per Sport/Season)$250 UL · $175 ML
    Clubs, Theatre, ActivitiesVaries
    FACTS Peace of Mind Benefit$22.50
    In the event of the death of the responsible party or their legal spouse, FACTS pays the remaining unpaid tuition balance, up to $30,000 (excluding payments in arrears).
    Dewar Tuition Refund Insurance$270.60
    A family's obligation is the full annual tuition, and the school does not refund unpaid obligations if a student leaves mid-year. This insurance helps offset that obligation if a student withdraws during the year.

    529 Savings Plans

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