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Scholarships & Financial Aid at Katz Hillel Day School

At Katz Hillel Day School, we truly understand that the cost of education can be a significant challenge for many families. Our commitment is to ensure that every child has access to an exceptional Torah and secular education, regardless of financial constraints. We are proud to support our families through a robust financial aid program, ensuring that affordability never stands in the way of a child’s bright future.

Please note that the school’s financial assistance is available for Kindergarten through 8th grade students. Currently, school tuition assistance is unavailable for children younger than Kindergarten. You may still be eligible for funds from the State or third party sources.

Applying for Financial Aid with FACTS:
Apply for FACTS Grant & Aid here
If you encounter any issues with FACTS, you can reach out to them at 866-315-9262.

Rest assured, all applications are handled with the utmost confidentiality by our scholarship committee. Given the limited availability of scholarships, we encourage families to submit their applications promptly.

Important Dates:

  • Deadline for 2025/26 Financial Aid Applications & Supporting Docs: March 31, 2025
  • Late applications: Applications submitted after March 31, 2025, will incur a $150 per-child late fee for returning families.

Review available scholarship opportunities for KHDS students here

Note for New Families: New students to our school are expected to cover at least 50% of the tuition.

State Scholarships Opportunities at Katz Hillel Day School
Navigating the world of educational financing can be daunting, but we are here to help guide you through it. Katz Hillel Day School supports a variety of state scholarship options to ensure every student has access to quality education.

Income-Based Scholarships:

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  • Step Up for Students Scholarship for Private School: This is our recommended program for income-based aid. Families can find more information and apply for this scholarship by visiting the Step Up for Students website.
  • AAA Income-Based Scholarships: An alternative program providing income-based scholarships. Detailed information and application guidelines are available on the  AAA Scholarships website.

Disability-Based Scholarships:

  • Step Up for Students Special Needs Scholarship: Formerly known as the Gardiner and McKay programs, this scholarship supports students with special needs. We highly recommend this option for families seeking disability-based aid. Apply or get further details on the Step Up for Students Special Needs portal.
  • AAA Disability-Based Scholarships: Similar to the Step Up program, AAA offers scholarships for students with disabilities, based on the former Gardiner and McKay guidelines. More details can be found on the  AAA Scholarships website.
  • McKay Transition Guide: The Florida Department of Education provides comprehensive guidance on how students can transition to the disability-based scholarship. More information is available on the  Florida Department of Education’s website.

Scholarship Support & Assistance:

We understand that the process can sometimes be challenging, and we are here to help:

  • Step Up for Students: For assistance, contact their customer service at (877) 735-7837 or use the chat feature on their  official website.
  • AAA Scholarships: For queries related to AAA Scholarships, dial 1-888-707-2465. Use option 6 or 0 for income-based scholarships, and option 1 for disability-based scholarships.
  • Teach Florida: For a comprehensive look at scholarship eligibility, FAQs, or to submit a question, visit the  Teach Florida website.

Our mission is to support you every step of the way, ensuring that every child at Katz Hillel Day School can thrive academically and spiritually without financial barriers.