Tuition & Affordability
2026-27 Tuition Schedule
Tuition Rates for the upcoming school year are published annually in December
| School | Price |
| Half-day, Montessori (2.5, 3 & 4 Years) - 5 days/week | $9,725 |
| Full-day, Montessori (2.5, 3 & 4 Years) - 3 days/week | $11,615 |
| Full-day, Montessori (2.5, 3, & 4 Years) & Kindergarten - 5 days/week | $16,800 |
| Lower School (Grades 1-5) | $21,570 |
| Middle School (Grades 6-8) | $24,700 |
| Upper School (Grades 9-12) | $30,945 |
| International Students (additional fee per school year) | $2,000 |
View the Tuition & Affordability Brochure for more information.
2025-26 Extended Day Pricing:
Before School: $975
After School 4:30PM: $2,550
After School 6:00PM: $3,785
Holiday Program (per day): $85 pre-registration, $95 drop-in
payment plans
Several payment options are offered for the convenience of our families.
- Plan A – 100% tuition due August 1st
- Plan B – 60% due August 1st, 40% due November 1st
- Plan C – 10-month payment plan (May – February)
Tuition Assistance
Ursuline Academy is proud to offer tuition assistance to families who demonstrate financial need. Over 50% of our current families participate in our Tuition Assistance Program, designed to make an Ursuline education possible for all families.
Ursuline uses the Clarity platform to determine a family’s level of financial need based on the information that is shared in the application, including assets, income, expenses, and debts. The Clarity platform opens for families to apply on an annual basis starting October 1. The deadline for completing this application is December 1. Applications will continue to be accepted after this date but are subject to the availability of funds. Grants are awarded on an annual basis and generally do not exceed one-half of the full tuition.
To get started, visit the Clarity website and create an account. The application typically takes less than 30 minutes to complete and is also mobile-friendly so you can complete it from anywhere. You are also able to save your progress and return at any time. At the end of the application, there is a $65 fee to submit, and you can share your application with additional schools that accept the Clarity Application for no additional charge. Simply use the dropdown menu in the application to select those schools.
Please remember to return to your dashboard after you complete and submit your Clarity Application, as Ursuline may require additional tax documentation for families who own their own businesses. You will be prompted in the application if this applies to your family.
If you need support during the process of completing your application, there is in-app support available through the “Help” button in the bottom left of the screen, as well as email and phone support at support@clarityapp.com or 206.210.3752 in both English and Spanish. The application itself is also fully translated into Spanish.
See the quick reference guides below for helpful information on completing the application.
Scholarships
Academic Scholars Award
Merit-based scholarships are awarded to incoming freshmen based on superior performance on the Admissions Scholarship Test and a strong academic record. To be considered for a meritbased scholarship, applicants must register for the Admission/Scholarship Test through Ursuline and meet all required deadlines. Applicants will be notified of their award at the time they receive their acceptance package in mid-December. All scholarships are guaranteed for all four years of high school provided the student remains in good academic and behavioral standing.
Legacy Program
The Ursuline Legacy Program recognizes all new students whose parents and/or grandparents are graduates of Ursuline Academy. Graduates include 3rd and 5th grade boys, as well as 12th grade girls. Program participants receive a $1,000 scholarship for their first year of enrollment.
ursuline Alumnae Scholarship
Ursuline proudly presents an Alumnae Scholarship to the daughter or granddaughter of an alumna entering 9th grade who exemplifies the qualities of an Ursuline Girl in her academic success as well as in her extracurricular activities, leadership, and service.
2025 Alumnae Scholarship Recipient - anna schaedler ’29
This year, the Alumnae Association was proud to present Anna Schaedler from the rising Class of 2029 with the 2025 Alumnae Scholarship!
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LISTER FAMILY SCHOLARship
IN HONOR OF NORMAN & PATRICIA KRAUSS
The Lister Family Scholars Program rewards and inspires academic achievement while recognizing students who are dedicated to the values of leadership and service. This scholarship program has been established in Norman and Patricia’s honor by their daughter Melinda Krauss Lister from Ursuline Academy’s Class of 1992, her husband Christopher, and their children John, Madelyn, Olivia, and Amelia. Awarded to one of the top candidates applying for admission to Ursuline Academy’s 9th grade each year, this scholarship includes Freshman year tuition and fees, a new laptop, uniform stipend, Global Education Program Scholarship and the highest level of scholarship offered by UA for sophomore through
Norman Krauss, a graduate of the University of Notre Dame with degrees in Chemistry(’57) and Chemical Engineering (’58), spent most of his career at E.I. Dupont in Wilmington. Norman was the first Parish Council President of the Church of the Holy Child Parish and worked closely with then-Bishop Thomas J. Mardaga and then-Pastor Charles W. Paris to build the Church on Naamans Road. Patricia, a long-time 5th grade teacher at Immaculate Heart of Mary School, was a consistent volunteer at Ursuline Academy. She was an active member of Holy Child Church and Immaculate Heart of Mary and treasured her time with the Ursuline Sisters. Norman and Patricia were firm believers in the power of Catholic education. Their seven children were educated in Catholic schools, and all four daughters graduated from Ursuline Academy.
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Class of 2029 Recipient, Christina Zhao
The selection committee proudly named Christina, who joined Ursuline as an eighth grader from The Tower Hill School, as the Class of 2029 Lister Family Scholar. While Christina ranked among the top scorers on the entrance exam, she also distinguished herself through writing and critical thinking skills mature beyond her years. Outside of the classroom, Christina is a dedicated competitive swimmer, training year-round on her club team and looks forward to representing Ursuline as a member of the swim team. Congratulations, Christina!
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Class of 2028 Recipient, Sophie Brutsche
Congratulations to Sophia Brutsche for being named Ursuline Academy's Class of 2028 Lister Family Scholar. Among the highest ranking on our Admissions Test, along with glowing recommendations, the selection committee was excited to present her with the scholarship. Sophia is a resident of Wilmington and previously attended Immaculate Heart of Mary. Sophia is following in the tradition of her older sisters who are both Ursuline alumnae, Elizabeth '18 and Anna '20. Congratulations, Sophia!
For more information about enrolling at Ursuline Academy, visit our Admission page. For eligibility for the Lister Family Scholars Program and other scholarships, contact Valerie White.
Class of 2027 Recipient, Emory Kirkham
The selection committee proudly awarded Emory Kirkham from Cab Calloway School of the Arts, as the 2027 Lister Family Scholar. Emory scored in the top five percent of all applicants to Ursuline, received excellent recommendations, and has been recognized for her leadership qualities in Middle School. Congratulations, Emory!