Tuition & Financial Aid

Making Private School Tuition Affordable

Detroit Cristo Rey High School serves families who normally would not be able to afford the costs associated with attending private school.

The tuition a family pays is based upon household income and determined by the FACTS financial verification and our finance department.

Through generous benefactors and consistent fundraising, Detroit Cristo Rey offers extensive financial aid based on household income and household size.

As many as 90% of our families have received aid in the past, with a large percentage paying less than $800 per year ($70 per month). All tuition assistance awards must be reviewed by the Tuition Committee prior to formal approval.

A number of additional scholarship opportunities exist to ensure accessibility to and affordability of a Detroit Cristo Rey college preparatory education. Please see the Donor-Supported Scholarship Funds section below or contact the Detroit Cristo Rey Business Office for additional details.

For additional tuition assistance, find out more about the AOD Tuition Assistance Program in the Financial Aid section below.

Tuition Guidelines 2025-2026

– For Incoming Freshmen Only –

To be compliant with our school policies, we must verify your annual income. It’s necessary to verify your financial eligibility to continue with our admissions process. Without verifying your annual income, we cannot guarantee that your child will be considered for admission.

We are glad to announce a new tuition guideline based on family size. This guideline, outlined in the table below, is for all NEW students applying for the 2025-2026 school year. All current students must continue to use 2024-2025 tuition guidelines. Please contact the Business Office at 313-843-2747 for more information.

Note: In the table below, scroll left and right to view the two columns.

Tuition Breakdown Amount
Total Tuition $18,000
Work Study Job (CWSP) – 50% – $8,000
Donors & Supporters – 40% – $7,000
Family Contribution – 10% – $350 to $3,400**

** A number of additional scholarship opportunities exist to ensure accessibility and affordability for our families. This additional aid may reduce tuition costs even lower.

We also offer a legacy discount of 10% for siblings of students who attend Detroit Cristo Rey.

Note: In the table below, scroll left and right to view all four columns.

Annual Gross Income Family Size: 4* Family Size: 5* Family Size: 6*
$0 – $22,500 $350-$500 $350 $350
$22,501 – $37,500 $500-$750 $500 $350-$500
$37,501 – $52,501 $1,000-$1,300 $750-$1,000 $750
$52,502 – $67,501 $1,500-$2,000 $1,300-$1,700 $1,000
$67,502 – $82,501 $2,300-$2,700 $1,500-$1,700 $1,300-$1,500
$82,502 – $97,501 $3,000-$3,400 $2,000-$3,000 $1,700-$2,700

*Family size must match tax returns. For other family sizes, please contact the finance office for your estimated tuition amount. A $3,800 tuition amount does apply to higher income families.

Tuition Includes:

  • Technology & Textbooks (Chromebook laptop for all new students)
  • Retreats
  • Dual Enrollment Fees
  • Advanced Placement (AP) Test Fees

Fees Not Included in Tuition:

  • Lunch Fees: Reduced $0.40, Full $4.25 (prices may change)
  • Missed Work Day: $200.00 per occurrence if not made up within CWSP schedule
  • Laptop Replacement: $140.00 (price may vary)
  • Laptop Repair: May vary based on damages

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Financial Aid

FACTS Tuition Management System

Detroit Cristo Rey uses a tuition management system called FACTS. FACTS financial verification must be completed online in order to be considered for admission and financial aid. FACTS analyzes financial information provided along with required documents to assess financial need.

Every family must create an account in FACTS and complete the Financial Verification process.

AOD Tuition Assistance Program

The Archdiocese of Detroit (AOD) offers additional tuition assistance to catholic families. The AOD also uses FACTS management to process the tuition assistance application for families who wish to apply for the Archdiocesan Tuition Assistance Grant. Application availability and deadline dates are determined by the AOD.

Donor-Supported Scholarship Funds

A number of additional scholarship opportunities exist to ensure accessibility to and affordability of a Detroit Cristo Rey college preparatory education, including:

  • NEW: Theresa Maxis, IHM – Reflecting Detroit Scholarship
  • NEW: Detroit Cristo Rey President’s 313 Scholarship
  • Mary Fran Gilleran Scholarship
  • James Schembri Scholarship
  • James & Lynelle Holden Scholarship
  • Fr. Clemente Kern Scholarship
  • McNish Foundation Scholarship
  • Coyne Foundation Scholarship
  • Robert M. Morand Foundation Scholarship
  • and others

Contact the Detroit Cristo Rey Business Office at 313-843-2747 for additional details.

Theresa Maxis, IHM – Reflecting Detroit Scholarship

Theresa Maxis

Available to Incoming & Returning Students

(all school eligibility requirements must be met in advance)

Theresa Maxis, IHM was the co-founder of the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, one of the religious sponsors of Detroit Cristo Rey High School. Theresa Maxis, IHM, the daughter of a Haitian refugee, was also a co-founder of the Oblates of Providence, the first congregation of religious women of color in the world. As a woman of color during the mid-1800s on the then Michigan frontier, she demonstrated incredible grit, determination and perseverance in the face of innumerable obstacles.

The Theresa Maxis, IHM – Reflecting Detroit Scholarship aims to empower Black and African American students by offering financial assistance to pursue their high school education at Detroit Cristo Rey High School. The scholarship is committed to promoting diversity and creating access for hard working individuals seeking a college preparatory, coeducational, Catholic education. We target 10 scholarships valued up to $1,000 each to be awarded annually.

Scholarship Criteria
  • Applicants must identify as Black or African American.
  • Applicants must write a brief essay on how they have demonstrated grit, determination and perseverance in the face of obstacles.
  • Financial need may be considered during the selection process.

Interested students should submit their application with an essay for review by the Scholarship Committee by filling out the online form. The application is open now through May 31, 2025.

Application Now Open Through May 31, 2025

DCR President’s 313 Scholarship

Detroit Cristo Rey High School Leadership Logo

Available to Incoming & Returning Students

For Incoming Students – Freshmen & Transfers

(all school eligibility requirements must be met in advance)

In an effort to reach out and offer a college preparatory, coeducational, Catholic education to more hardworking students across the city and to demonstrate our commitment to the residents of Detroit, Detroit Cristo Rey High School announces the President’s 313 Scholarship for incoming freshmen. We will target at least 3 scholarships valued at $500 each awarded to incoming freshmen each academic year.

Scholarship Criteria
  • Applicants must have a 3.0 GPA from their most recent grades from their grade school or middle school.
  • Applicants must write a brief essay on the 1 most significant reason they want to attend Detroit Cristo Rey High School.
  • Applicants must reside 3 or more miles from Detroit Cristo Rey High School, but within the outer boundaries of the City of Detroit, including Highland Park and Hamtramck.

For Returning Sophomores, Juniors & Seniors

(all school eligibility requirements must be met in advance)

In an effort to reach out and offer a college preparatory, coeducational, Catholic education to more hardworking students throughout our community, Detroit Cristo Rey High School announces the President’s 313 Scholarship for sophomores, juniors and seniors. We will target at least 3 scholarships valued at $500 each awarded to returning sophomores, juniors and seniors each academic year. Returning students are eligible to receive this scholarship once.

Scholarship Criteria
  • Applicants must write a brief essay on the 3 Core Educational Beliefs from our religious sponsors that resonate with them the most, and why.
  • Applicants must provide their most current 1-page resume.
  • Applicants must write a brief essay on the 3 Core Qualities that they most often demonstrate, whether in school, on the job, at home, or in the community, with specific examples of each. Our Core Qualities include D: Dignity & Discipline, C: Character & Compassion and R: Respect & Responsibility.

Applications are now open through May 31, 2025.

Applications Now Open Through May 31, 2025

Need Help?

If you have any questions or concerns please contact our business office at 313-843-2747.
The business office is open Monday-Friday from 7:30am – 4:30pm.