Cardinal Glennon College 2023-2024
College seminarians in the formation program at Cardinal Glennon College undertake their formation in a generous and faithful response to a perceived call to the priesthood and with a desire to eventually minister in the Catholic Church. The sponsoring diocese or religious order affirms and supports each seminarian in this discernment and formation, though financial support varies by diocese.
All college seminarians live at the seminary and are enrolled as students of Saint Louis University. Costs are the responsibility of each seminarian/student.
All college seminarians from sending dioceses receive a scholarship to help them meet the cost of tuition. The scholarship for the ’23-’24 academic year is in the amount of $11,060. This scholarship is granted through the SLU/Glennon Fund.
College Seminarians Studying for the Archdiocese of St. Louis
The policy of the Archdiocese of St. Louis is that financial need will never prevent a man from entering the seminary, nor will financial need ever prevent him from continuing in seminary formation.
College Seminarians Studying for Sending Dioceses
| St. Louis University Tuition | $52,260 |
| Philosophy & Letters Scholarship | -$13,220 |
| SLU – Glennon Scholarship | -$11,060 |
| CGC Room & Board | $11,900 |
| Formation Fee | $1,100 |
| Registration Fee | $120 |
| Activity Fee | $100 |
| Total Cost | $41,200 |
College Seminarians Studying for the Archdiocese of St. Louis
| St. Louis University Tuition | $52,260 |
| Philosophy & Letters Scholarship | -$13,220 |
| SLU – Glennon Scholarship | -$39,040 |
| CGC Room & Board | $11,900 |
| Formation Fee | $1,100 |
| Registration Fee | $120 |
| Activity Fee | $100 |
| Total Cost | $13,220 |
All fees connected with Saint Louis University are paid through the SLU/Glennon Fund.
Financial Aid Information
The Archdiocese of Saint Louis, under the leadership of the Archbishop, is committed to making sure that each seminarian has the financial support he needs to be in seminary. This support may take the form of private scholarships, institutional loans, and/or federal grants and loans.
For students who receive a Pell Grant, the full amount awarded is credited toward their tuition.
To receive any type of federal or institutional aid, a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) must be completed on the Web at https://fafsa.ed.gov. Saint Louis University’s FAFSA school code is 002506.
Stop by, email (sfs@slu.edu) or call (314-977-2350) the Saint Louis University office of student financial services if you have any questions. You may also get information on applying for aid on the SLU website: www.slu.edu/financial-aid.
Private Grants and Scholarships
Additional Scholarship Opportunities
Seminarians should consult with their Vocation Office concerning financial responsibilities and other sources of financial assistance that are available, such as the Knights of Columbus, Catholic Knights of America, and Serra Fund.
Institutional Loans
Cardinal Glennon College seminarians from the Archdiocese of Saint Louis may apply for a Archdiocesan Loan. This loan is interest-free. It must be repaid after departure from the seminary or will be forgiven upon ordination to the priesthood. The amount of this loan is based on the financial need of the seminarian. Cardinal Glennon College Loan applications are available upon request from the Office of Vocations.
Federal Grants and Loans
Pell Grants: This need-based grant is awarded to undergraduate students who have not earned a bachelor or professional degree. The maximum Federal Pell Grant for the 2023-2024 award year (July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024) is $7,395. The amount an individual student may receive depends on a number of factors.
Direct Loans: These loans offer low-interest, long-term loans to students. Subsidized loans are available to students with financial need; no interest accrues while the student is in school. Unsubsidized loans are not based on financial need; interest is charged during all periods. Repayment of both types of direct loans is deferred while the borrower is enrolled in school.
For more detailed information on federal aid programs, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s web site at https://studentaid.ed.gov. Federal grant and loan applications are available upon request from the Registrar.
Kenrick-Glennon Seminary is an approved institution for Veteran’s Educational Benefits and is also approved for Insured Loans to Students in Institutions of Higher Education.
Refunds
Tuition costs are refunded according to the St. Louis University Tuition Refund schedule.
Room & Board and Formation Fees are refunded according to the following schedule:
First Semester:
Departure before October 1: 50%
Departure before November 1: 30%
Departure on or after November 1: No Refund
Second Semester:
Departure before March 1: 50%
Departure before April 1: 30%
Departure on or after April 1: No Refund
Information about refunds at Saint Louis University can be found here: https://www.slu.edu/financial-aid/paying-your-bill/refunds.php
All charges are subject to change. Students studying for the Archdiocese of Saint Louis should contact the business office for information or assistance. Payments for tuition, room and board, and fees should be made payable to:
Kenrick-Glennon Seminary
5200 Glennon Dr.
St. Louis, MO 63119
