I'm a Catholic high school junior and want to explore college scholarships for Catholic youth. Are there specific scholarships or organizations that support students like me? Any tips on where to start my search would be appreciated!
Sure, there are indeed many scholarship opportunities for Catholic students, and these can come from various sources like universities, local parishes, Catholic organizations and foundations, and even regional and national Catholic educational organizations. As a start, here are a few you might want to explore:
The Knights of Columbus, for instance, is a worldwide Catholic organization that offers multiple scholarships for Catholic students, including the John W. McDevitt (Fourth Degree) Scholarships for Catholic high school students planning to attend any college or university.
The Catholic United Financial organization also offers scholarships, specifically the Post-High School Tuition Scholarship which is available to members of the Catholic United Financial for at least two years before the scholarship application date.
If you're highly active in your local church, you may want to inquire about local parish-sponsored scholarships. Some parishes may provide scholarships to students who actively participate in church activities and take on leadership roles.
Lastly, many Catholic colleges also have financial aid programs tailored for Catholic students. For example, The University of Dayton has a "Parish Scholarship" program where each U.S. Catholic parish is eligible to designate one high school student with an annual $2,000 scholarship to attend the University.
In addition to these, you can search for more opportunities through platforms like Appily which lets you filter scholarships by various criteria. Start early, pay close attention to all requirement details, and cast your net wide. Remember that applying for scholarships is a numbers game, so the more you apply to, the higher your chances of receiving financial aid. Good luck with your scholarship search!
CollegeVine’s Q&A seeks to offer informed perspectives on commonly asked admissions questions. Every answer is refined and validated by our team of admissions experts to ensure it resonates with trusted knowledge in the field.