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Chesterton seeks to educate and transform the lives of students and to be an instrument of renewal and service in our community.

We are happy to provide the following opportunities for prospective students and their families to visit our campus throughout the year and to select an option that works best for their family. Details and registration information found below. For questions or more information, contact Admissions or email us.

Schedule a Visit

Group Shadow Days

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Headmaster Meeting

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Chesterton Academy of Buffalo accepts applications for both freshmen and transfer students on a rolling basis. To be considered for merit-based scholarships and to maximize eligibility for financial aid, we strongly encourage submitting your application by January 31. Applications can be completed online or downloaded and mailed directly to the school.

During the application process, our Headmaster or Admissions Director will meet one-on-one with you and your student to develop a customized academic plan, explain the enrollment process and answer any questions you may have. Please click on the button below to apply today.

Enrollment & Re-Enrollment

A $250 registration fee is required for each new or returning student and is applied toward the annual tuition of $9,100. To ensure your spot and have the fee credited toward tuition, please complete your enrollment—including submission of the form and payment—by March 1st. All materials can be submitted conveniently online.

TADS Registration

Click on the button below to sign-up for a payment schedule or to complete a Financial Aid Application.

Tuition & Aid

An Affordable Education

Tuition & Aid

An Affordable Education

Tuition & Fees

Chesterton Academy of Buffalo is committed to offering an outstanding high school education at an affordable cost to families. Tuition for the 2025–26 academic year is $9,100 per student, with an additional $275 book and activity fee.

Financial Aid

Chesterton Academy of Buffalo is committed to making a classical, Catholic education attainable for families. We offer financial aid and can connect families with scholarship opportunities beyond our school. Our team is here to guide you through the process and help identify resources that can make enrollment possible. Contact us to learn more about how we can support your family.

Need Based Scholarships

The following scholarships are available for the 2025-2026 school year for either new freshmen or current students:

Russell J Salvatore Scholarship partnered with Chesterton Academy for high-potential students with economic need. Same student may receive up to four years in total.
Bison Fund – offered independently through Bison Fund application process.

For more detailed information regarding the aforementioned scholarships and awards, please call the main office at 716.674.8101.

Chesterton Merit Scholarship

Students will be invited to compete for a $1,000 4-year scholarship offered to one incoming freshman that achieved high honors in both 7th and 8th grade (as indicated on official school transcript), submitted a superior writing sample and applied prior to January 31st.

For more detailed information regarding the aforementioned scholarships and awards, please call the main office at 716.674.8101.

FAQ

Find answers to common questions about admissions, academics, student life, and more.

What makes Chesterton Academy different from other high schools?

We offer a classical, Catholic education rooted in the great books, daily Mass, and a focus on forming the whole person—mind, body, and soul.

Is financial aid available?

Yes. We offer financial assistance and can help connect families with outside scholarship resources. We’re committed to making this education attainable.

What is the tuition for the 2025–26 school year?

Tuition is $9,100 with an additional $275 book and activity fee. A $250 registration fee is applied toward tuition if enrollment is completed by March 31.

Do students attend Mass daily?

Yes. Daily Mass is at the heart of our school day. It’s part of how we cultivate faith, discipline, and community.

Do you accept transfer students?

We do. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, and we encourage transfers to apply as early as possible for scholarship consideration.

Is Chesterton Academy accredited?

Yes. We are part of the Chesterton Schools Network, which supports and upholds strong academic and faith-based standards.

What grades do you offer?

We currently serve high school students in grades 9–12.

Where is the school located?

5331 Genesee Street, Bowmansville, NY 14026

Is transportation available?

Students who live within a 15-mile radius of Chesterton may qualify for busing through their home public school district. A transportation application must be submitted each year and is subject to district approval. Families outside the 15-mile radius are responsible for their own transportation, though many coordinate carpools. Please contact the main office for more details.

Do students wear uniforms?

Yes. Chesterton students wear a modest and professional uniform that reflects the dignity of their education.

Begin Your Journey withClassical Education

Your Next Steps

Chesterton seeks to educate and transform the lives of students and to be an instrument of renewal and service in our community.

Schedule a Visit

Group Shadow Days

Apply and submit documentation

Headmaster Meeting

Apply Today

Enrollment & Re-Enrollment

TADS Registration

Tuition & Aid

Tuition & Aid

FAQ

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