Last verified: October 2026
Do Pinellas private schools give their own aid?
Many do, but every school sets its own rules, timeline and budget, so the answer has to come from each admissions office.
Bring three questions to every tour: does the school take the Florida scholarship, what would we owe after it, and what other help is there? Our listings answer the first one.
School aid compared with the state award
| Feature | School aid | State award |
|---|---|---|
| Decided by | The school | Step Up / AAA under state law |
| Guaranteed amount | No | Yes, by county and grade |
| Applies at any school | Only that school | Any participating school |