FAQs

Marian will work personally with each family to meet all demonstrated financial need. We welcome the opportunity to talk about how to make Marian affordable for you.

No.

Marian has many payment plan options including annually, quarterly, semi-annually and monthly. In addition, many families prorate their payments to include anticipated tax refunds.

Family income is the base factor for the aid awarded. In addition, the number of children in the family, number in Catholic schools, number in college and special circumstances such as health issues and debt are also considered.

More than 150 students work before, after and during school to provide secretarial and light cleaning duties. Only students who receive tuition assistance may work for tuition credit with the Work Program.

No.

Although not completely knowledgeable of other schools’ tuition assistance programs, we have compared our aid amounts with other Catholic schools and found most to be similar.

Yes.

Communication is key. Contact the Director of Tuition Assistance, Shari Reynolds, to discuss any change in your circumstance.

No.

Catholic education is a choice and a sacrifice. As such, each family is expected to commit to a Marian education through some amount of monetary investment.

Marian is much more than a school; it is a community. This community believes strongly in the value of a Marian education and the mission to empower young women to discover and develop their talents, and to inspire them to lead and serve as women of faith and compassion. The members of the Marian community support Marian through substantial gifts of time and treasure, which ultimately support the tuition assistance program. The Marian Fund, as well as additional fundraising events, contribute a significant amount to our budgeted tuition assistance.

Absolutely!

I have no regret, what-so-ever. The atmosphere is more relaxed and less catty without boys, leaving more room for work and friends. I can be myself and not take the time every morning to fuss over how I look, like I did in grade school. Believe me, you see enough of the boys on the weekend!

In a school Marian’s size, you’d be surprised by how quickly you can make GREAT new friends. Another benefit is how many fun and interesting clubs there are. Also, there are a lot of classes to choose from and you’ll have many opportunities for one-on-one time with your teachers.

I meet boys through my friends, football games, sports and dances. Knowing guys through grade school helps because they go off and make other guy friends that you can meet and become friends with. You have to allow yourself not to be shy, and just be yourself as you would around your friends.

Not at all.

As a freshman, I cannot drive, but I know of some upperclassmen who live in my neighborhood. I called one to ask if she could take me to school. It was very easy to coordinate. I pay a small fee to help with gas, and I have a great time getting to know my driver on the way to school. We chat about Marian clubs, activities and sports as well as our weekend and families.

Although there are no guarantees, as a freshman, you have good odds of making a sports team at Marian. Several sports offer both freshman and reserve teams that you have a great chance of making. The remaining teams determine their cuts based on what they can carry on their roster.

If you don't make the team you wanted, don't worry! There are so many more opportunities for involvement at the high school level compared to grade school, and such a wide variety at Marian. I got involved with the journalism program working on the student newspaper and joined culinary club. I have also participated in the seasonal intramural volleyball tournament with my friend group. 

There are over 50 clubs and organizations all together and it is so easy to get involved. To a become member of any club, I just needed to sign up! Clubs are a great way to make new friends, be part of a team and grow as a leader.

I, along with more than 150 other girls, participate in Marian’s work study program, which helps to reduce tuition costs. You can do work study before, during or after school. Getting a job outside of school, like babysitting, helps as well.

Being motivated and staying organized is essential for academic success. At Marian there are multiple resources available to support your academic  success including freshman seminar, peer tutoring, counseling services and a full-time math tutor. Also, the teachers at Marian really inspire you to stay motivated and excel in your classes OR anything you pursue!

Yes!

There are so many nice girls who are very welcoming. You would be surprised by how much you’ll have in common with so many of them and how many opportunities there are to meet new friends.