This single application serves for funds through the EITC and OSTC programs, Bishop Canevin Aid, as well as several scholarships that require a determination of family financial need. Applications are due by Friday, March 18, 2022 but will be accepted until the annual financial aid budget is exhausted.
All applicants must first create a FACTS account, select "2022-23 Application Year," and then select Bishop Canevin High School as your institution.
Families seeking financial assistance to help with tuition must apply each year.
In the 2021-2022 school year, Bishop Canevin awarded over $1,060,600 in total grants and aid. Over 60% of families received some aid, with an average family award of $4,750. Total awards ranged from $1,500 to near full costs. Multi-student family discounts are also available.
Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) Program:
Monies are ear-marked from PA state taxes that are "re-directed" from PA corporations or PA residents who designate Bishop Canevin to receive a portion/all of their PA State tax liability.
Opportunity Scholarship Tax Credit (OSTC) Program:
Grants from OSTC funds require children to be assigned to an "under-performing public school" as defined by the PA Department of Education.
EITC/OSTC Family Eligibility Criteria (2022-2023)
Household income < $96,676 + $17,017 per dependent child
1 child = $113,693
2 children = $130,710
3 children = $147,727
The Bishop's Education Fund (BEF) provides tuition assistance to Catholic families attending Catholic schools within the Diocese of Pittsburgh. A Pastor Signature Sheet must be submitted to be considered for BEF grants.