Scholarships

Saint Benedict's and Saint John's believe in recognizing students for demonstrated academic, leadership and service achievements. The following scholarships are available to eligible applicants based solely on achievement and not on financial need. The scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis and require an application, recommendation and essay. Scholarships are awarded for an academic year and are credited to the student's account in equal portions (one-half) each semester. These scholarships are renewable each year (unless otherwise noted) as long as the student maintains satisfactory academic progress.

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Trustees' Scholarships 

These scholarships are awarded to first-year students who demonstrate superior academic achievement in college preparatory high school curriculum and who are recognized leaders in high school. Eligible applicants must have a minimum high school GPA of 3.60 and score a minimum of 30 on the ACT exam or 1320 on the SAT. Scholarships are awarded based on demonstrated academic, leadership and service achievements, and a faculty interview. Trustees' scholarships are currently a $7,500 per year award and are renewable for a maximum of three additional years with satisfactory academic progress.

President's Scholarships  [Top]

These scholarships are awarded to first-year and transfer students who have demonstrated superior academic achievement in high school or college and who have the ability to become academic leaders at CSB. Eligible applicants must have a minimum high school or college grade point average of 3.60 or rank in the top 5 percent of their graduating class. Scholarships are awarded based on demonstrated academic, leadership, and service achievements. President's Scholarships range from $4,000 to $6,000 and are renewable for a maximum of three additional years with satisfactory academic progress.

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Dean's Scholarships

These scholarships are awarded to first-year and transfer students who have demonstrated academic achievement in high school or college and who have the ability to become academic leaders at CSB. Eligible applicants must have a minimum high school or college grade point average of 3.35 or rank in the top 10 percent of their graduating class. Scholarships are awarded based on demonstrated academic, leadership, and service achievements. Dean's Scholarships range from $2,000 to $4,000 and are renewable for a maximum of three additional years with satisfactory academic progress.

Girl Scout Gold Awards  [Top]

The scholarship is offered to young women who have earned the Girl Scout Gold Award. The scholarships are $1,000 per year and are renewable for a maximum of three additional years with satisfactory academic progress.

Fine Arts Scholarships [Top]

Fine Arts Scholarships recognizing ability in art, music and theater are available to first-year students who have excelled in the fine arts. Awards range up to $2000 per year. Fine Arts Scholarships are renewable for a maximum of three additional years provided the recipient meets participation requirements.

Sister Joyce Williams Scholarships  [Top]

These scholarships are awarded to American students of color who would not be able to attend Saint Benedict's without financial assistance. The amount of the scholarship is based on the student's need for financial assistance, demonstrated academic, leadership and service achievements. Scholarships range from $2,000 to $6,000 per year and are renewable for a maximum of three additional years provided the student maintains satisfactory academic progress.

Sister Emmanuel Renner Scholarships   [Top]

These scholarships are awarded to upper-class women at Saint Benedict's based on college academic achievements. Applicants must meet certain academic requirements and be recommended by a faculty member. Eligible applicants are invited to apply. Awards range in value and are subject to the availability of funds.

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