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Financial Aid & Scholarships for 2025-2026

At Good Shepherd, we believe every child deserves access to exceptional Episcopal education. Our dedicated faculty nurture each student’s intellectual, spiritual, and social growth in a supportive environment. By combining rigorous academics with values-based learning, we prepare children to thrive both in school and in life.

Supporting Your Family's Educational Journey

We understand that choosing the right school for your child is one of the most important decisions you'll make as a family. At Good Shepherd Episcopal School, we're committed to making our exceptional Early Learning through 5th Grade education accessible to families who share our values and commitment to academic excellence.

Our comprehensive financial assistance program includes multiple pathways to help qualified families join our close-knit community of learners, where small class sizes and individualized attention help every child thrive.

We recognize that private school tuition represents a significant investment for families. That's why Good Shepherd is committed to providing transparent information about our financial assistance programs and working with families to make our education accessible.

Our financial aid program is designed to bridge the gap between what families can afford and the cost of a Good Shepherd education. We evaluate each family's unique circumstances and work to create solutions that make enrollment possible.

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January 15

Priority deadline for returning families

March 1

Priority deadline for new families

April 15

Financial aid decisions communicated

May 1

Enrollment contracts due

June 1

Final payment arrangements confirmed

Total Financial Assistance Provided Annually

of Student Body Receiving Some Form of Assistance

Scholarship Opportunities

Multiple pathways to make Good Shepherd affordable for your family

Florida State Scholarships

FES-EO (Family Empowerment Scholarship - Educational Options)
Up to $8,000 annually for families at or below 185% federal poverty level

FTC (Florida Tax Credit Scholarship)
Tuition assistance for low-income families, renewable annually

FES-UA (Family Empowerment Scholarship - Unique Abilities)
Up to $10,000 annually for students with IEPs or 504 Plans

Key Details

  • Applications open February 1st through Step Up For Students
  • Income limits vary by program (typically 185-260% of federal poverty level)
  • Required documents: tax returns, proof of residency, student birth certificate
  • Awards made on first-come, first-served basis
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Good Shepherd Internal Financial Aid

Our Commitment
Good Shepherd offers need-based financial assistance to make quality Christian education accessible to families who share our values, regardless of financial circumstances.

What We Offer:

  • Partial tuition assistance (typically 10-75% of annual tuition)
  • Flexible payment plans (10 or 12-month options)
  • Emergency assistance for unexpected hardships
  • Multi-year commitments with annual review

Eligibility:

  • Demonstrated financial need through documentation
  • Student accepted for admission
  • Commitment to school's mission and values
  • Family participation in school community

Have Questions?

Contact Megan Brown, Director of Admissions, for confidential consultation and application materials. New families: applications due March 15th. Returning families: February 1st.