THE ANNUAL APPEAL DIFFERENCE

The impact of the We Are Maroons Annual Appeal. Dowling Catholic’s Commitment to Excellence. 

Tuition: Dowling Catholic is committed to serving the Greater Des Moines community and making a Catholic education accessible to all, regardless of financial circumstances. Your gift to the We Are Maroons Annual Appeal ensures that EACH & EVERY student at DCHS receives a tuition reduction or financial assistance. 

Student Life: Dowling Catholic continues to prepare students to become Leaders for Life, Centered on Christ. Through faith and academics, student activities, athletics and the arts, the We Are Maroons Annual Appeal serves the interests of our students. With your help DCHS continues to grow existing opportunities and launch new initiatives to help students in their faith and academic pursuits. 

School Services: The We Are Maroons Annual Appeal supports every aspect of the school’s daily operations. Dowling Catholic continues our commitment of excellence with building and grounds, technology, and competitive teacher compensation.

Every gift matters! Participation is the key!

WHAT IS THE "GAP"?

Did you know that tuition covers only 80% of the cost to educate each student? The remainder is funded by parishes and the We Are Maroons Annual Appeal which covers the per student "gap." As part of the school's mission, Dowling Catholic is committed to making a Catholic education accessible to all, regardless of financial circumstances.

The "gap" amount for the 2023-2024 school year is $3,088.

Dowling Catholic High School

Dowling Catholic High School is committed to serving the Greater Des Moines Catholic community and embracing learners of all faiths. In an environment that is faithful, caring and dedicated, Dowling Catholic forms each student to become a Christ-centered leader.