Tuition

2026-2027 Tuition cost

We are committed to keeping Catholic education affordable and accessible. St. Bernadette has one of the most affordable tuition rates in the area, and there are several options for tuition assistance.

Tuition rates are listed in the chart below. Families may qualify for tuition assistance based on financial need, and we offer multi-child discounts and reduced tuition for parishioners from any of the 16 Consortium-supporting parishes, including St. Bernadette.

All registration and tuition payments are managed through FACTS, a secure third-party system where each family creates its own account. The school office or Consortium Central Office can help you with the application process and answer questions along the way.

  • Kindergarten - 8 Grade

    Non-Consortium Parishioner Tuition Rates

    # of
    Students
    Tuition
    Non-Parishioner
    Registration Fee*Tuition Non-Parishioner
    Total
    (with fees)
    Monthly Rate
    (10 months)
    1$4,654$150$4,804$481
    2$9,208$300$9,508$951
    3$12,862$450$13,312$1,332
    4$15,816$600$16,416$1,642
    5$18,770$750$19,520$1,952
    6$21,724$900$22,624$2,263

    Consortium Parishioner Tuition Rates

    # of
    Students
    Tuition
    Consortium
    Parishioner**
    Registration Fee*Tuition Total (with fees)Monthly Rate
    (10 months)
    1$4,154$150$4,304$431
    2$8,208$300$8,508$851
    3$11,362$450$11,812$1,182
    4$13,816$600$14,416$1,442
    5$16,270$750$17,020$1,702
    6$18,724$900$19,624$1,963

    * Each family is required to pay the $150 registration fee for at least one student per family at the time of registration to reserve space for all students; additional registration fees will be added to remaining tuition payments as reflected in the table above.
    ** Families registered in one of the 16 Consortium parishes receive a discount beginning in Kindergarten.

    Note:
    • Outstanding tuition balances from prior school year(s) must be paid to be able to enroll for the 2025-2026 school year; re-enrollment records will be blocked until balance has been paid.
    • Limited funds are available for preschool and pre-K tuition assistance. Please contact the Consortium office at 402-590-2810 to discuss options and provide your most recent tax return.

    • The tuition totals listed are before financial aid, which many families qualify for

  • Preschool and Pre-K Program

    Grade LevelClassTuitionRegistration Fee*Tuition Total (with fees)Monthly Rate (10 months)
    Preschool/Pre-K3 Day, 1/2 Day$2,195$150$2,345$235
    Preschool/Pre-K3 Day, All Day$3,750$150$3,930$393
    Preschool/Pre-K5 Day, 1/2 Day$3,145$150$3,295$330
    Preschool/Pre-K5 Day, All Day$5,950$150$6,100$610

    * Each family is required to pay the $150 registration fee for at least one student per family at the time of registration to reserve space for all students; additional registration fees will be added to remaining tuition payments as reflected in the table above.
    ** Families registered in one of the 16 Consortium parishes receive a discount beginning in kindergarten.

    Note:
    • Outstanding tuition balances from prior school year(s) must be paid to be able to enroll for the 2025-2026 school year; re-enrollment records will be blocked until balance has been paid.
    • Limited funds are available for preschool and pre-K tuition assistance. Please contact the Consortium office at 402-590-2810 to discuss options and provide your most recent tax return.

Tuition Assistance is Available

SBS is committed to helping families make Catholic education possible. We know the investment in tuition can be a barrier, especially for families exploring a private Catholic school for the first time. That’s why SBS, through the Omaha Catholic School Consortium (OCSC), offers tuition assistance to more than half its enrolled families each year. In the current school year, the Consortium awarded $2.2 million in tuition assistance. If you’re wondering how to afford a Catholic education, our staff can help you understand the different options available to your family.

More Tuition Assistance Info

Consortium Tuition Assistance Opportunities

Children’s Scholarship Fund (CSF): All families seeking tuition assistance must submit the CSF application. The application opens on February 10 and will close on May 2.

To be eligible for additional OCSC tuition assistance, be sure to check the box marked “to be considered for OCSC aid” when completing the application on the CSF website.

OCSC Tuition Assistance: The Consortium Central Office grants tuition assistance to families who qualified for, but did not receive CSF assistance based on their available funds.

Catholic Latino Scholarship Fund: This fund is primarily for Preschool and PreKindergarten Latino students. Applications are available each February and bilingual assistance is available through through the Consortium Central Office.

I am thankful for going to St. Bernadette School because I have met most of my friends here. The teachers are kind and caring, along with our principal, who without her, this school wouldn’t be possible. I have learned so much here, especially in religion. I enjoy going to mass and receiving the sacraments. I have grown so much throughout the past few years, and none of this would have been possible if I had never gone to St. Bernadette.

Teo Castro
SBS Student

I love seeing students grow, from beginning to end of the year. I love their questions and their curiosity. I love being Catholic. I am able to share my faith at school and able to talk about Jesus and start every morning with prayer.

Holly Inserra
PS Teacher and SBS Parent

My son loves going to St. Bernadette because of the great teachers he has, the friends he has made and the robotics team!

Andy
SBS Parent

Over the past few years, our students have faced challenges with reading and writing skills, likely influenced in part by COVID. Thanks to teachers' focused efforts to strengthen literacy—especially in 5th grade—I’ve seen significant improvements in my 5th-8th grade Social Studies students. Their reading, writing, and critical thinking skills have grown tremendously. I’ve also noticed stronger cross-curricular connections throughout the school, with concepts being reinforced across multiple subjects. These improvements are creating meaningful learning experiences now and will continue to benefit our students in the years ahead.

SBS Teacher

Switching our children to St. Bernadette School was one of the best decisions we have ever made. Before SBS, my son struggled academically, but the consistency of having the same teachers for core subjects each year allowed them to understand his learning style and helped him thrive. My daughter also received the support and encouragement she needed and was more than prepared for high school.

What truly sets SBS apart is the sense of community. The staff genuinely knows and cares about each child and family—you are never just another face in the crowd. SBS is more than a school; it is a family, and I couldn't imagine my children being anywhere else. We truly are Blessed at SBS.

Brittaney Nunn
SBS Parent

From the moment we walked through the doors, Saint Bernadette felt like home. Our family was welcomed into a community where our children are truly known, valued, and encouraged to grow.

The teachers and staff lead by example, living their Catholic faith each day while creating a nurturing environment where students thrive academically, spiritually, and personally. Small class sizes and compassionate teachers challenge our children to reach their full potential while fostering kindness, respect, and a love of learning.

Choosing Saint Bernadette has been one of the best decisions we've made for our children's education and well-being. We are grateful to be part of a community that truly feels like family.

Kristen
SBS Parent