Scholarships and Tuition
70 of our students receive 90% to 100% tuition paid in Scholarship
OCE gave $254,497.50 in financial aid for 2022-2023 Through dynamic partnerships, we received $175,497.93 in scholarship funds for 2022-2023. These scholarships and financial aid empowered 89 students to change their futures and receive the tools they need to succeed.
We hope you will join our school family!
We hope you’ll join our family and experience the warmth, support, and genuine care that make OCE such a special place. Here, students are known by name, encouraged in their strengths, and surrounded by a community that believes in their potential. We would love to walk alongside your family as your child grows academically, spiritually, and personally.
At OCE, we believe every child deserves access to a Christ‑centered education, and we are committed to supporting families in making that possible. We offers a variety of scholarship options—including in‑house assistance and state‑supported programs—to help make tuition more manageable for qualifying families.
Learn More here.
1) MoScholars 2) ACE Scholarships 3) In-house Scholarships
Payment Plans
Tuition payments may be made in 10 or 12 month installments beginning in August and ending in May/July.
Annual Tuition for the 2025-26 School Year
Fees are subject to change without notice. (Multi-child discounts are given upon request and submission of financial aid application). If your family needs to apply for financial aid, please follow this link: https://forms.gle/6Hwr293tCM9q4wDq7
Registration Fees (Non-refundable)
March 1, 2026 - May 31, 2026 - $275.00
June 1, 2026 - July 31, 2026 - $375.00
After Aug 1, 2026 - $450.00
New Student Application (Due with application)
$120 For the first applicant; $40 for each additional
Annual Student Book/Technology Fees (Non-refundable)
Kindergarten - $450.00
1st Grade - 4th Grade - $650.00
5th Grade - 8th Grade - $750.00
9th Grade -12th Grade - $850.00
Twelve-Month Payment Plan
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June 2025 - through May 2026
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Debit/credit card
Ten-Month Payment Plan
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August 2025 (or upon acceptance) through May 2026
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Debit/credit card
Semester Payment Plan
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August 2025 (or upon acceptance) and December 2025
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Debit/credit card or check
Payment in Full Plan (5% discount)
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August 2025 (or upon acceptance) ACH or check
Kindergarten Section
$6,950.00
$579.17 (12 Month Plan; June - May)
$695.00 (10 Month Plan; August - May)
Elementary (Grades 1st-4th) Section
$7,325.00
$610.42 (12 Month Plan; June - May )
$732.50 (10 Month Plan; August - May)
Middle School (Grades 5th-8th) Section
$7,825.00
$652.08 (12 Month Plan; June - May)
$782.50 (10 Month Plan; August - May)
High School (Grades 9th-12th) Section
$8,025.00
$668.75 (12 Month Plan; June - May)
$802.50 (10 Month Plan; August - May)
Duel Credit Courses
$225.00 per course, plus materials
Hybrid 1st-12th Grade (3 days per week)
Student must apply and qualify for hybrid status. (See below)
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Deduct $500.00 off Annual Student Tuition. All other fees remain the same and are due on the given dates.
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Kindergarten Hybrid students must commit to five half days the first semester to complete the reading program.
Optional Fees
School Lunch Daily
$4.00
Duel Credit Courses
$225.00 per course, plus materials
2025-2026 Tuition Payment Plans
Families are required to sign up with the ACH system of payment. Tuition payments are due on the 1st or the 15th day of each month. Extra monthly costs such as lunch, school supplies, athletic fees, field trip fees, etc. will be deducted on the 15th of each month after receiving an invoice of charges. Families must complete an ACH deduction form at the time of enrollment.
Tuition Assistance
OCE operates a needs-based assistance program for enrolled and newly enrolled families. Each year’s tuition assistance awards are determined by the number of applicants, the amount of verifiable financial need each applicant demonstrates, and the donations available to meet the tuition assistance needs. Families must reapply for Financial Aid each school year, as needed. See Victoria Bullard for more information or to request a Financial Aid Application.
1) MoScholars:
treasurer.mo.gov/MOScholars/Default
MO Scholars is Missouri’s K–12 scholarship program that helps eligible families afford private school tuition—including Christian schools.
MO Scholars Application Window (2026–2027 School Year)
• Opens: October 1, 2025 at 8:00 AM
• Closes: April 3, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Priority for MOSCHOLARS goes to:
1. Students entering K or Ist grade.
2. Students who have a public school-issued IEP (within the last 3 years).
3. Students who have attended public school within the past year.
4. Siblings of existing MOSCHOLARS recipients.
Don't miss your opportunity for this!
2) ACE Scholarships:
app.acescholarships.org
ACE Scholarships is a nonprofit organization that provides needs‑based K–12 tuition scholarships to help families afford private schools—including Christian schools.
You can apply for an ACE Scholarship between February 2, 2026 and April 15, 2026—this is the official application window for Missouri families.
Applications open at 8:00 a.m. on February 2 and close at 11:59 p.m. on April 15 (Tax Day). Applying early is strongly recommended because funds are limited.
Returning families should use the same email from last year to be recognized and prioritized.
Here’s the direct path to apply:
1. Go to the ACE Portal: app.acescholarships.org
• This is the official application site for all ACE Scholarship states.
• You will either log in (returning families) or create an account (new families).
• The portal will guide you step‑by‑step through the application.
2. Select Your State
• After logging in, choose Missouri to access the correct application and requirements.
3. Submit Required Documents
• New families will upload income documents (tax return, W‑2, etc.).
• Returning families usually do not need to re-upload documents unless something has changed.
3) School In‑House Financial Aid:
At OCE, we understand that every family’s financial situation is unique, and we are committed to making Christian education accessible. In addition to outside programs like ACE Scholarships, our school also offers in‑house scholarships to help support families who need additional assistance.
What Are In‑House Scholarships?
In‑house scholarships are funds provided directly by the school to help reduce tuition for qualifying families. These scholarships are made possible through generous donors, school fundraising efforts, and our commitment to supporting families who desire a Christ‑centered education.
How Do I Apply?
Applying is simple and designed to be parent‑friendly:
1. Complete the School Application
Families must first complete the admissions application for their child.
2. Submit the Financial Aid Form
You will fill out the school’s financial aid application (Through the school office).
This form helps us understand your family’s financial needs.
3. Provide Supporting Documents
You may be asked to submit income documents so our team can fairly review your request.
Who Reviews the Application?
Your application is reviewed by our Financial Aid Committee, which may include the principal and designated administrative staff.
All information is kept confidential and is used only to determine scholarship eligibility.
How Awards Are Given
Scholarships are awarded based on:
• Financial need
• Available funds
• The number of families applying
• The school’s ability to support each request
Our goal is to partner with families and make tuition as manageable as possible.
Age Guidelines for PreK and Kindergarten
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PreK-2 students must be two (2) years of age on or before September 1.
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PreK-3 students must be three (3) years of age on or before September 1, and they must be fully potty trained.
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PreK-4 students must be four (4) years of age on or before September 1.
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Kindergarten students must be five (5) years of age on or before September 1.
Early Care
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$40.00 per student, per month
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Students my be dropped off for our Early Care program beginning at 7:15am.
After Care
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$40 per student; $80 Before & After School
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After Care is available from 3:30pm to 6:00pm.
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This fee will be charged on the first day of each month.
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After Care fees cannot be paid using your Gradelink account, so parents using this program must have a credit card on file with the school office.
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Students picked up after 6:00pm will be charged a late fee of $15 for the first 15 minutes, and $15 for every additional 15 minutes. No After Care is provided on days when school is not in session.
Kids Club - (Public School Students)
Before School $75
After School $75
Before & After School $95
Drop In - (OCE Students) Christmas break, Spring break, Holidays,
No school days, etc.
Full Day $40
Full Week– $195
Drop In - (Public School Students)
Full Day $45
Full Week– $195
Summer Camp
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Weekly- $185.00
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Each additional child $10 off.
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Part Time-3 days minimum $145
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Price includes all field trips and afternoon snack.
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Please bring a sack lunch daily
Early Education:
Monthly Enrollment & Academic Fee. All fees are annual & non-refundable and subject to change. Annual academic fees due August 1st of the academic year.
Enrollment Fee:
$125
Annual Academic Fee’s:
Toddler’s - $75
Wee 2’s - $75
Pre-Prep Jr’s - $75
Pre-Prep - $95
Pre-Kindergarten - $150
Full Registration
Infants- Pre-Prep Jr’s. Weekly: $305
Pre-Prep (Fully potty-trained) Weekly: $250
Pre-Kindergarten Weekly: $250
Sibling discounts:
$20 off regular tuition. (Applies to the oldest child)
Part Time Registration (3 days minimum, depending on classroom
availability)
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Infant- Pre-Prep Jr’s- Weekly: $225
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Age: Pre-Kindergarten Weekly: $205
Summer Camp Enrollment Fee- $95 Summer Camp T-shirts- $15