Financial Aid

List of 8 frequently asked questions.

• Who can apply for financial aid?

  Any family can apply for financial aid, but only students in grades Kindergarten through 12th grade that have completed the admissions process and have been accepted will be considered.

• How do I apply for financial aid?

  Families must complete and submit all required documents to SmartAid.

• When do I apply for financial aid?

  Goodpasture Christian School’s financial aid applications can be completed beginning February 1 of each year.

• How is financial aid awarded?

  Financial aid is awarded based on the need of the family. Goodpasture Christian School uses a third party, SmartAid by Blackbaud, to calculate the amount a family can afford for a Christian education based on the information provided by the parent. Once the application is completed, and all required forms are received by SmartAid, the financial aid committee receives a recommendation and uses internal guidelines to award financial aid to qualifying families.

• When will I receive notification of a financial aid decision?

  Financial aid award notifications will be emailed to families in a timely manner.  It is required that families respond to the award as soon as possible.

• Are there any restrictions on financial aid decisions?

  All financial accounts must be kept current. Each student is expected to abide by all guidelines and policies that are set forth in the student handbook.

• Is Goodpasture Christian School required to comply with TSSAA?

  Yes. Goodpasture Christian School is required to report to TSSAA any athlete receiving financial assistance, their financial need, and the amount of aid they are receiving.

• Who do I contact for additional questions?

  You can contact Adrienne Simmons at asimmons@goodpasture.org or at 615-868-2600.