Diocesan Catholic Schools have developed a tuition structure that helps keep tuition affordable for parents by allowing parishes to subsidize a portion of tuition.  In order to receive a parish subsidy, a family must be a participating member of a Catholic parish.  Each parish determines their unique definition of a "participating" member.

To be considered a participating member of St. Matthew Church, a family must attend weekend Mass regularly and actively support the parish to the best of their ability by being involved in activities and ministries.  A family must also complete an annual Time, Talent and Treasure commitment form and use the parish envelope system on a regular basis.

The annual participating Catholic tuition rate for the 2012-13 school year is as follows:

• First child        $5,960
• Second child  $5,360 (10% discount)
• Third child       $5,070 (15% discount)
• Fourth child     $4,770 (20% discount)
• Fifth child         $2,980  (50% discount)

The non-participating Catholic tuition rate is $7,250 and the non-Catholic rate is $8,200.

In addition, there is a one-time kindergarten screening fee of $40 and an $80 per family application fee.  There is an annual book and activity fee payable in February ($325 for kindergarten and $300 for all other grades).  Payment of this fee secures your child's place for the following year.  There is a $50 annual supply fee and other fees based on activities such as field trips, clubs and athletics.

There are four options for the payment of tuition; annually due June 1, two equal payments due June 1 and November 1, ten equal monthly payments beginning in June or twelve equal monthly payments beginning in May.  All monthly payments are made via ACH (direct charge to a bank account) by the Business Office.