Tuition & Aid
Helping Families Pay for a St. Mary's Education
We understand the financial commitment and, in many cases, the sacrifices
families make to send their children to a Catholic school.
Although paying for education is first and foremost the responsibility of families,
SMA and the Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany devote significant funds each year
to financial aid programs that assist families.​
Financial aid from the Albany Diocese is available for students in grades K-8
who attend a Catholic School in the Diocese
and whose families meet financial eligibility requirements.
SMA also offers need-based financial aid
depending on the availability of scholarship and Guardian Angel funds.
2025 -2026 Tuition Rates*
Noah's Ark Pre-k Full Time (Ages 3 - 5) | $277/ Week | |
Noah's Ark Pre-K Part Time (Ages 3 - 5) | $67/ Day | |
Elementary One Child (K -5) | +$5,800/ Year and 20 PACE volunteer hours per family | |
Middle School One Child (6 - 8) | +$6,000/Year and 20 PACE volunteer hours per family |
* Please note: Tuition rates for both Noah's Ark and K-8 will increase as of May 1, 2025. Enroll before May 1 to pay these lower rates!
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+ K-8 rates shown do not include a technology fee.
For more details on tuition, discounts, and financial aid,
please click on links below.