Affordability & Aid
From the time it opened its doors in 1918, Cathedral High School has been committed to providing a superior education at an affordable price.Tuition is an investment in your child's future as Cathedral works to educate the hearts and minds of all students who walk the halls of Cathedral. Tuition for the 2026/27 school year is $19,650. All families qualify for the School Choice Scholarship which reduces tuition by an average of $6,300*.
| Tuition | $19,650 |
| Average Choice Scholarship* | $6,600 |
| Tuition Estimate After Choice Scholarship | $13,050 |
*Average Choice Scholarship based on districts in Central Indiana. View the full list to find your district.*
Scholarship Opportunities
| Presidential Scholarship (98/99th percentile on placement test) |
$4,000 |
| Cathedral Scholarship (95-97th percentile on placement test) |
$2,500 |
| Multi-Student Discount | $1,000/2,000/3,000 |
Need-Based Tuition Assistance
Each year through the generosity of alumni, parents, students and friends, Cathedral is able to offer tuition assistance to students who might not otherwise be able to afford private education. In fact, Cathedral has awarded approximately $2.5 million in tuition assistance during the 2025/26 school year. If you are hesitant to consider Cathedral for financial reasons, we strongly encourage you to apply for tuition assistance, as such assistance has made Cathedral a reality for many families!
Indiana College Choice 529 Plan
Families can use their existing 529 plans and also take advantage of the 20% Indiana tax credit to help pay their tuition. Refer to the Using 529 Funds FAQs for more information about using 529 funds.
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Scholarships & Awards
The five-year average for scholarships awarded to Cathedral graduating classes is $48 million.
Lifelong Connections
Our alumni office gives Cathedral students access to our network of 14,000 alumni for job shadow and internship opportunities.
True College Preparation
Market research with graduates and their parents show that Cathedral students feel better prepared than their peers to handle college-level classes.
Depth of College Counseling
With a dedicated counselor who works with each student for all four years—and a College and Career Coordinator who makes the application process seamless—our students receive personalized support that strengthens their academic journey and college college admissions process.
Diversity of Student Body
Jobseekers in today's global workforce need to be culturally competent and be able to work with a wide variety of people. Cathedral's commitment to diversity means students learn with—and about—others unlike themselves.
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Merit Scholarships
Applicants for freshman admission can qualify for one of two types of merit scholarships based upon performance on the STS High School Placement Test.
Additional Expenses
In addition to tuition and the activity fee, students and families are responsible for items such as books, lunch (approximately $8.40 per day if purchased at Cathedral), Summer School (optional courses), and other miscellaneous co-curricular and extracurricular activities.
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What should I do next?
Through the admissions process you and your family will have the opportunity to meet the Admissions Team and learn more about tuition assistance.