Top 17 Catholic Scholarships in September 2023

Are you a current high school student interested in attending a Catholic college or university? If so, consider applying for the Annual Catholic College Scholarship! In order to apply, you simply need to fill out a form with some simple information about yourself, your high school, and your college plans. You will then be entered into a scholarship drawing with the opportunity to win up to $2,000. The scholarship is offered by The Christian Connector, a "one-stop-shop” for receiving free information from Catholic/Christian colleges and Bible colleges.   If you’re a high school student with plans of attending a Catholic college, we encourage you to apply to the Annual Catholic College Scholarship!

Sallie Mae will award $2,000 each month to eligible entrants. No essay or account sign-ups, just a simple scholarship for those seeking help paying for school.

Open to US-Based high school students in the classes of 2024 and 2025 — no essay, minimum GPA, test score, or citizenship requirements.

Open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.

Are you a female communicant member of a parish or mission of the Romanian Orthodox Episcopate of America, or the wife or daughter of a communicant member who has completed her first year of an undergraduate degree? Additionally, are you studying to become a teacher? If so, you might consider applying for the ARFORA Undergraduate Scholarship for Women! The scholarship is funded by the Romanian Orthodox Episcopate of America with the goal of helping communicant members further their education and become teachers. The $1,000 scholarship is awarded to selected students annually. The scholarship can be used for any educational expenses. If you’re a female, education major passionate about your faith as a part of the Roman Orthodox Episcopate of America and are looking for some help paying for college, we encourage you to apply!

Are you a female graduate student who has been a voting communicant member of a parish/mission of the Romanian Orthodox Episcopate of America for at least one year? If you are, consider applying for the ARFORA Martha Gavrilla Graduate Scholarship for Women! The scholarship is funded by the Romanian Orthodox Episcopate of America with the goal of helping communicant members further their education. The $1,000 scholarship is awarded to one selected graduate student annually and can be used for any educational expenses. If you’re a female graduate student passionate about your faith as a part of the Roman Orthodox Episcopate of America and are looking for some help paying for your graduate degree, we encourage you to apply!

The Pamfil and Maria Bujea Seminarian Scholarship is a unique opportunity for Orthodox Christian seminarians with a passion for serving the Romanian Orthodox Episcopate of America in Canada. This scholarship is awarded once to a deserving male or female student at the beginning of the recipient's second year of studies at one of these Schools of Theology: St. Vladimir Orthodox Seminary, Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology, or St. Tikhon Orthodox Seminary. The ruling hierarchy will determine the length of service required. Three letters of recommendation are necessary to apply.

Are you a prospective or current college student and member of the Catholic Order of Foresters (COF)? If so, you might be interested in applying for the COF Fraternal Scholarship! The scholarship is open to COF members who host a "Feeding God Children's" event, participate in COF's "Alternative Break", or serve as a religious instructor at any level. The Catholic Order of Foresters, a society of fraternal benefit in the U.S., offers the scholarship to help its members through financial support and service to the Catholic community. Every year, COF selects multiple applicants to receive $1,000 to use toward their college or university of choice. If you're a college student passionate about your Catholic faith, we encourage you to apply!

The ARFORA Undergraduate Scholarship for Women, established in 1994, offers a $1,000 award to eligible female students who have completed their first year of undergraduate studies. To qualify, applicants must be a communicant member or daughter of a communicant member of a parish/mission of The Romanian Orthodox Episcopate of America for at least one year prior to application.

Are you an active career or volunteer firefighter, ambulance, or rescue squad member serving Maryland communities? If so, consider applying for the Charles W. Riley Firefighter and Ambulance and Rescue Squad Member Scholarship Program! This scholarship is open to active firefighters, ambulance, and rescue squad members who are seeking a fire service-related degree. The Maryland Higher Education Commission, the state's board responsible for administering state financial aid programs for higher education, funds the scholarship. Each year, they award varying amounts of scholarship money to help eligible students pursue a fire service-related degree. Recipients are also required to serve for one (1) year as a volunteer or career firefighter, ambulance, or rescue squad member in Maryland after completion of an eligible program. If you’re passionate about helping out people in critical need and are pursuing a fire service-related degree, we encourage you to apply!

The Catholic United Financial Post-High School Tuition Scholarship is funded by Catholic United Financial, an organization that financially protects and connects members through faith and joyful service at every step of life’s journey. Every year, their Post-High School Tuition Scholarship awards up to $500 to Catholic United Financial members of any age who are pursuing a degree, diploma, or certificate. If this scholarship sounds like a fit for you, keep on reading for more application details.

Are you a Roman Catholic high school senior who lives within the Roman Catholic Dioceses or where the Branches of Federation were established in California, Arizona, Illinois or Nevada? If that sounds like you, consider applying for the ICF First-Year College Scholarship! In order to apply, you must submit an essay, transcript, and proof of enrollment at your soon-to-be university. If you win, the scholarship is automatically renewable, with the award amount increasing from $400 to $1,000 from freshman to senior year. If you fit the criteria and are looking for some help to pay off your college costs, we encourage you to apply!

The National CCAA First-Year Scholarship is funded by the National Catholic College Admission Association, an organization of Catholic colleges and universities committed to promoting the value of Catholic higher education and to serving students, parents, and counselors. Every year, their National CCAA First-Year Scholarship awards $1,000 to 16 college-bound high school seniors who will be attending one of the National NCAA member institutions in the fall after graduation. If this scholarship sounds like a fit for you, keep on reading for more application details.

Are you a service-oriented, Catholic high school senior actively involved with a Scout Troop, Venturing Crew, or Sea Scout Ship? Furthermore, have you been awarded for your involvement and do you plan on continuing your education in college? Consider applying for the Emmett J. Doerr Scholarship! Each year, this program awards multiple scouts up to $5,000 for their continued dedication to Catholicism, their scout programs, and education. To apply, you must submit an application, four letters of recommendation, a transcript, and a high-quality photo of yourself. If you’re passionate about your scout program and are looking for some help to pay off college, we encourage you to apply!

Are you a high school senior planning to study nursing in Arizona? If so, you may be eligible for the Briana Tigue Medina Nursing Scholarship Fund! The scholarship is open to high school seniors in the Diocese of Pheonix area who are pursuing an undergraduate degree in nursing.  The Catholic Community Foundation is a private non-profit financial institution that is proud to offer this scholarship opportunity for prospective nursing students. Their mission is to “build the future of the Faith by providing sustainable support for those who serve our community.” The scholarship was established in 2018 to honor Briana Tigue Medina and her legacy of empathy and respect in a nursing role. Every year, one hardworking nursing applicant earns $1,000 to go towards their tuition at a 4-year college or university. If you are an Arizona high school senior passionate about obtaining a degree in nursing, we encourage you to apply!

Are you a high school senior who values both higher education and your Catholic faith? The Newman Society Essay Scholarship Contest may just be a great opportunity for you! The Newman Society Essay Scholarship Contest is made possible thanks to the generosity of Joseph and Ann Guiffre, supporters of the Newman Society and faithful Catholic education. The Newman Society was founded in 1993 in order to promote and defend faithful Catholic education. If you are a student who is interested in combining intellectual learning with your spiritual Catholic beliefs, we encourage you to apply for the Newman Society Essay Scholarship Contest!