I'm currently a high school junior at a Catholic school and planning to attend a Catholic college after graduation. Does anyone know of any scholarships specifically for Catholic college students that I could apply for?
There are scholarships out there for Catholic students seeking post-secondary education. Here are some examples:
1. The Italian Catholic Federation offers a scholarship for Roman Catholic graduating seniors of Italian Descent with a minimum 3.2 GPA.
2. The Knights of Columbus provides a variety of scholarships, especially for those who are involved with the organization or whose parents are members.
3. The National Council of Catholic Women offers scholarships for Catholic women who are pursuing undergraduate studies in certain fields.
4. The Catholic United Financial Post-High School Tuition Scholarship is for students who are members of Catholic United for at least two years prior to application.
These are only some examples, and there may be other opportunities based on your specific circumstances, such as your parish involvement, location, intended area of study, or financial need. You may also want to reach out to the financial aid departments of the colleges you're applying to, as they will often have information on scholarships that are specific to Catholic students.
Additionally, your current high school's guidance office is typically a great resource for this type of information and can help guide you toward relevant scholarships.
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