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Tuition and Scholarships

Investing in the
Future

We see your family’s enrollment as a meaningful investment in your child’s faith, growth, and future. Generous scholarship opportunities exist to make Lutheran education accessible for every family.

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“Our commitment is clear: no qualified family will be turned away due to cost alone. We are dedicated to partnering with families so every child can experience the CNLS family.”

2026–2027 School Year

Tuition Rates

The following rates reflect annual and monthly tuition for all grade levels at Central Nebraska Lutheran Schools. Scholarship opportunities are available at every level.

2-Day PreK

Per week: 2 days
$2,060
Annually
$171.67
Monthly

3-Day PreK

Per week: 3 days
$3,090
Annually
$257.50
Monthly

5-Day PreK

Per week: 5 days
$5,150
Annually
$429.17
Monthly

Kindergarten – 6th Grade

Trinity Lutheran School
$5,150
Annually
$429.17
Monthly

7th – 8th Grade

Grand Island Lutheran High
$5,250
Annually
$437.50
Monthly

9th – 12th Grade

Grand Island Lutheran High
$7,150
Annually
$595.83
Monthly
Remember: Multiple scholarship opportunities are available below to help make Lutheran education affordable for your family — including need-based aid, referral bonuses, transfer awards, and more.

Additional Costs

Additional Fees

The following one-time or annual fees apply in addition to tuition. Registration fees are due at the time of enrollment.

PreK–8th Grade Registration Fee
$125
9–12th Grade Registration Fee
$200
K–8th Grade Technology Fee
$50
7–12th Grade Activity Fee
$100

2026–2027 School Year

Scholarship Opportunities

We offer a variety of scholarships designed to help lighten the financial load. Every dollar of scholarship funding represents our community’s commitment to making Lutheran education possible for all families.

Referral Scholarship

Up to $2,000/year

When a current family refers a new family who enrolls, both families receive a $500 scholarship. Current families can compound referrals up to $2,000 per tuition year.

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Peace Lutheran Preschool Scholarship

$1,000

Families enrolled in Peace Lutheran Church’s Preschool program qualify for a $1,000 Trinity Lutheran School Kindergarten Scholarship.

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Peace Lutheran Church Foundation Scholarship

Varies

The Peace Lutheran Church Foundation generously offers scholarships to qualifying member families, applied directly toward annual tuition.

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9–12 Transfer Scholarship

$2,500

Families transferring new students into grades 9–12 at Grand Island Lutheran High are eligible for a one-time $2,500 Transfer Scholarship. Can be combined with the Referral Scholarship.

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CNLS Opportunity Scholarship

Need-Based · K–12

Open to all families applying for grades K–12. Our heartfelt goal is simple: never turn away a family simply because of financial hardship. Built right into the regular application.

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Ready to Take the Next Step?

Whether you’re exploring tuition rates, applying for scholarships, or simply have questions — we’re here to help every step of the way. Your child’s journey matters deeply to us.

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CNLS

212 W 12th St
Grand Island, NE 68801

308-382-5274

GILH

3900 W Husker Hwy
Grand Island, NE 68803

308-385-3900

TRINITY

208 W. 13th Street
Grand Island, NE 68801

308-382-5274

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