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Affording SPSV

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St. Patrick-St. Vincent Catholic High School has provided North Bay and East Bay families with a quality, college preparatory education for over 150 years. In addition to a rigorous academic program, SPSV provides a slate of competitive athletic teams, creative visual and performing arts classes, a strong service-learning program, and additional student leadership and extra-curricular opportunities.

We at SPSV want to provide these opportunities to all who are interested. We are also committed to keeping tuition affordable. We have partnered with educational resources and private entities in an effort to provide additional support to families in need of financial assistance.

SPSV 3-for-3 Enrollment Program & Tuition Assistance

The SPSV 3-for-3 Program is an exciting opportunity for prospective students and their families to save $300 off the $700 registration fee for the 2026 - 2027 school year. This program rewards families who actively participate in key enrollment events and complete specific steps.

Program Eligibility:

  • Open to Class of 2030 applicants only.

  • Applicants must be accepted to SPSV and complete registration by April 1, 2026, to claim the discount.

3-for-3 Program Requirements

To earn the $300 discount, families must complete three actions:

  1. Open House Attendance

    • Attend our Open House on October 19, 2025, to explore campus, meet faculty, staff, alumni, student leaders, and athletes.

  2. Entrance Exam Participation

    • SPSV now uses Renaissance STAR Testing, a shorter, adaptive assessment.

    • Key Dates:

      • Pre-Test (for students unfamiliar with STAR): Dec. 6, 2025

      • Formal Exam & Interview: Jan. 10, 2026

    • Many families complete the interview on the same day as testing. Your application automatically schedules the exam and interview via enrollment@spsv.org.

    • Late applicants may be scheduled for makeup tests, which could affect the timeline.

  3. Bruin Shadow Visit

    • Participate in a Shadow Visit between September 2025 and January 31, 2026.

    • Experience SPSV firsthand: attend classes, meet teachers and peers, enjoy a meal, and discover the unique spirit of our students and community.

How It Works:

  • Complete all three events, be accepted to SPSV, and register by April 1, 2026.

  • The $300 discount will then be applied to your registration fee.

  • The program helps families experience SPSV while earning a meaningful enrollment discount.

Tuition Assistance

SPSV is committed to making quality education accessible. Families may receive up to 50% of tuition based on demonstrated financial need.

How to Apply:

  • SPSV partners with FACTS to process applications.

  • Start Date: October 1, 2025

  • Complete the online FACTS application and upload all required documents. FACTS typically takes two weeks to review a completed application.

Review Process:

  • FACTS evaluates applications and sends recommendations to SPSV.

  • The tuition assistance committee reviews recommendations confidentially and awards assistance based on available budget and student need.

  • Our goal is to create a partnership that allows every deserving student to attend SPSV while minimizing financial strain.

Notification of Awards:

  • Offers of enrollment and tuition assistance begin in February 2026.

  • Late applications may result in delayed notifications.

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Access the FACTS Application Here

Need step by step assistance, click here to download the instructions on how to access the application.

The Review Process

After you complete the application and FACTS receives all requested documents, they will contact you if they have questions. Then, they will evaluate your application and forward it to the SPSV with their recommendation. The tuition assistance committee respects the confidentiality of applicants and does not share information with others.

Given the school’s tuition assistance budget, the committee decides on a case-by-case basis whether to award assistance and, if so, the award amount based on the recommendation received from FACTS. We work diligently to collaboratively find solutions that enable your students to attend our school while minimizing the financial strain on your family. We aim to create a partnership that ensures every deserving student can benefit from the transformative experience we offer.

Notification of Awards

St. Patrick St. Vincent Catholic High School will begin making offers of enrollment and tuition assistance awards during the month of February. (Late applications for tuition assistance may cause a delay in notifications.)

St. Patrick-St. Vincent Academic Excellence Scholarship, a prestigious award that recognizes and supports exceptional academic achievement.