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Tuition and Affordability
An investment in the future
Lutheran South believes every family desiring a Christian education should have that chance. More than half of our students benefit from over $2.1 million in tuition assistance.
The tuition for the 2025-2026 school year is projected to be $17,800.
Merit-based scholarships and association congregation grants are packaged with need-based awards, making for an achievable and affordable financial investment.
Merit-based scholarships and association congregation grants are packaged with need-based awards, making for an achievable and affordable financial investment.
Families with more than one child should not expect to invest the same tuition amount for every child if there is a demonstrated need; rather, every situation is uniquely calculated to make attending Lutheran South a real possibility for siblings.
The Tuition Assistance Program
The online financial assistance application opens on August 15 for the following school year. Priority will be given to families who apply by December 1. Families who apply after that date may receive a reduced award. Financial assistance award letters will be emailed on a rolling basis beginning January 1. Families seeking assistance must complete the application process prior to receiving an award. Scholarships and grants are included in your total financial award package.
To apply please complete the confidential application process with the link below.
Lutheran South FACTS Institution ID number: 37394
Lutheran South FACTS Institution ID number: 37394
Scholarships
Lancer Scholarship - This scholarship recognizes our top incoming freshmen with a merit-based $6,000 ($1,500 per year) award. The scholarship is awarded to freshmen with a 4.0 GPA, standardized test scores in the 90th percentile, and outstanding recommendation letters.
Black & Gold Scholarship - This $4,000 ($1,000 per year) merit scholarship is designated for students with a minimum 3.70 GPA, standardized test scores in the 70th percentile, and impressive recommendation letters.
Grants
Association Church Grant - A minimum $4,800 award ($1,200 per year, depending on your congregation) for students who are members of a church belonging to the Lutheran High School Association.
Legacy Award - A $2,000 award ($500 per year) for all students whose parents or grandparents attended Lutheran South, Lutheran North, or Lutheran High School (Central).
Legacy Award - A $2,000 award ($500 per year) for all students whose parents or grandparents attended Lutheran South, Lutheran North, or Lutheran High School (Central).
MOScholars Program
The state of Missouri established a scholarship program for students transferring from public school or students with IEPs to receive a scholarship to attend a private, qualified school. The scholarships range from $6,000 to $8,000 and are available to students who reside in St. Louis city, St. Louis County, Jefferson County, or St. Charles County.
Please note: If a student is awarded a need-based tuition assistance award from Lutheran South and then later qualifies for a MOScholars award, the need-based award will be adjusted for up to half of the total MOScholars award.
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Please note: If a student is awarded a need-based tuition assistance award from Lutheran South and then later qualifies for a MOScholars award, the need-based award will be adjusted for up to half of the total MOScholars award.
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