Financial Aid

We’re committed to building a community of learners, and that means making a Principia education affordable for all qualified students. 

Financial Aid

Applying for Aid: Domestic Applicants

• Complete and submit the SSS Financial Aid Application and required tax return documentation at the same time as the application for admission. Principia School’s SSS school code is 5908. The application deadline was April 1, 2019.

• For divorced/separated families, both parents are required to submit complete copies of their federal tax returns, including all schedules. 

• If you have questions regarding the form, please check out the links to the SSS Website for Parents and Families listed in the help section below.

Applying for Aid: International Applicants

• Complete and submit the Principia International Financial Aid Application at the same time as the application for admission.

• Submit at least two of the following:

  1. Most recent tax form
  2. Most recent monthly bank statement
  3. Verification of income

Applying for Aid: Returning Student Applicants

• Complete and submit the SSS Financial Aid Application and required tax return documentation by April 1, 2019. Principia School’s SSS school code is 5908.

• Submit a thank-you note.

• If you have questions regarding the form, please check out the links to the SSS Website for Parents and Families listed in the help section below.

Applying for Aid: Principia Employee Applicants

• Employees receiving Principia’s tuition-free benefit do not need to apply for financial aid. This tuition benefit will automatically be applied to your student(s) billing statement.

Need help filling out your forms?

• Please check out the SSS Website for Parents and Families. It’s a great place to begin your financial aid process. The site has downloadable guides, a Parent Financial Statement (PFS) workbook, and a link to the SSS Family Portal login page.
   
• If for any reason you have questions or need help, don’t hesitate to be in touch directly with the SSS family support center at 800.344.8328. The center offers daytime, evening, and weekend hours. You can also email sss@communitybrands.com for help. 

Scholarships

Upper School applicants are automatically considered for the following scholarships:

Arthur F. Schulz Jr. Merit Scholarship

The is a one-time award for students new to the Upper School who are the children or grandchildren of Principia alumni. Awards are typically made as part of the admissions process, which ended April 1.

Whole Man Leadership Award

This annual, renewable scholarship covers tuition and room costs for boarding students. It does not cover the cost of boarding meals or fees. Awards are typically made as part of the admissions process, which ended April 1.

Questions about financial aid or scholarships? Contact us.

Financial Aid: Krista Capp, 314.514.3142 Contact Financial Aid

Scholarships: Adriane Fredrikson, 314.514.3130, Contact Adriane