The Oakland Catholic High School is pleased to announce its 2022 Oakland Catholic Scholarships for eligible and deserving students.
Students currently studying at Oakland Catholic High School are open to financial aid to help pay for fees that couldn’t be covered because of other expenses.
Oakland Catholic Scholarships are available at all study levels and in categories for all school female students.
Here is an ultimate guide on how to apply, tips to win, and the benefits you get for winning the Oakland Catholic Scholarships.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: OAKLAND CATHOLIC SCHOLARSHIPS
The Oakland Catholic High School created the Oakland Catholic Scholarship.
It offers scholarship opportunities for all students, both merit and need-based scholarships.
To be considered for scholarships at Oakland High School, you must first obtain acceptance to study at Oakland Catholic High School and complete all Scholarship requirements for any of the scholarships you are eligible for.
To be considered for Entrance merit scholarship consideration, you need to take the Scholarship entrance examination. For need-based scholarships, you complete the application process. Requirements for each Oakland Catholic scholarship vary.
Recipients of merit scholarships will be notified in their acceptance packets. Those receiving named scholarships or scholarships that require a demonstration of financial need will receive notice in late April/early May with the Tuition & Financial Aid Award Statement.
ABOUT OAKLAND CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL.
Bishop Donald Wuerl established Oakland Catholic High School in 1989 upon the closing of St. Paul Cathedral High School and Sacred Heart High School, two parish schools with long histories of educating Pittsburgh’s young women in the Catholic tradition to serve as a sister school for Central Catholic.
Oakland Catholic High School is a private Roman Catholic college preparatory school for girls located in the Oakland neighborhood of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States, within the Diocese of Pittsburgh.
Nearly 600 students enroll at Oakland Catholic, and the school attracts female students from all over the City of Pittsburgh and the suburbs. One hundred percent of its students continue to a four-year university upon graduation.
Oakland Catholic High School has proceeded with this tradition as the region’s first and only all-girls diocesan high school, giving a powerful foundation in the pillars of spirituality, scholarship, and service for decades.
Since its inception, the Oakland Catholic High School campus has improved dramatically, following a trajectory related to the school it houses: continuously expanding while strengthening its roots.
Integrating a strict academic program within a faith-based, value-focused community empowers the young women of Oakland Catholic with the challenges and support essential to become competent, moral, universal future leaders.
LEVEL/FIELD OF STUDY
The Oakland Catholic Scholarship is available to all fields and levels of study at Oakland Catholic High School.
SCHOLARSHIP AMOUNT
Amount awarded for each scholarship varies.
HOST
The Oakland Catholic High School hosted the Oakland Catholic Scholarship
HOST NATIONALITY
This scholarship is hosted in the United States as it is to be taken in the Oakland neighborhood of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States, within the Diocese of Pittsburgh.
ELIGIBLE NATIONALITY
The Oakland Catholic Scholarships are available to United States students.
ELIGIBILITY
All girls at Oakland Catholic High School are eligible for the scholarships.
REQUIREMENTS FOR OAKLAND CATHOLIC SCHOLARSHIPS.
To be considered for any scholarship at Oakland Catholic High School, the applicant must:
- Be a female
- Be an admitted student of Oakland Catholic High School.
- Complete the scholarship requirements.
- Meet eligibility requirements for each scholarship.
Note: Eligibility requirements for Oakland Catholic Scholarships vary.
AVAILABLE SCHOLARSHIPS AT OAKLAND CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL.
Oakland Catholic Scholarships are awarded in three categories. They are:
- Oakland Catholic Merit-Based Scholarships.
- Oakland Catholic Need-based Scholarships.
- Oakland Catholic Outside Sponsored tuition.
OAKLAND CATHOLIC MERIT-BASED SCHOLARSHIPS
The Merit-Based scholarships are awarded to students who get the top six scores on the Oakland Catholic High School Scholarship Entrance Exam.
In addition, four Oakland Catholic Merit Scholarships are awarded each year to the students with the following four highest scores on the Entrance Exam. These scholarships cover $5,000 of the annual tuition costs. They are renewable each year of study, provided that recipients maintain a solid academic record and adhere to the mission and guidelines of Oakland Catholic.
The recipients must demonstrate strong academic standing and agree with any other stipulations set by the Scholarship Committee.
ELIGIBILITY
Only current 8th-grade girls are eligible for this scholarship.
SCHOLARSHIP AMOUNT
Amount awarded for this scholarship varies.
Oakland Catholic Merit-Based Scholarships include:
- Bishop’s Scholarship
- President’s Scholarship
- Principal’s Scholarship
- Eagle Scholarship
- JOA Scholarship
- Alumnae Scholarship
Note: These scholarships are renewable awards contingent upon an annual cumulative GPA of 3.25-3.5, a clean disciplinary record, and involvement in the school.
HOW TO APPLY FOR OAKLAND CATHOLIC MERIT-BASED SCHOLARSHIPS.
To apply for this scholarship, applicants should;
- Register for the scholarship Entrance Examination.
- Exams will be conducted in person at Oakland Catholic High School.
- Take note of Exam time: 8:30-11:30 AM
Click here to register.
Instructions for Online from Home
- Take the examination on a desktop or laptop computer.
- Students should not take the exam on an iPad or cell phone.
- The home side should have a reliable wifi connection.
- Exams may be taken via an up-to-date browser.
- Students should have an adult present to assist with logging on to the exam and reading the test instructions.
Note: Score results are considered for acceptance, class placement, and eligibility for academic scholarships.
Score results are considered for acceptance, class placement, and eligibility for academic scholarships.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Application for Oakland Catholic Merit-Based Scholarship closes by January 8, 2022.
Learn more about Oakland Catholic Merit-Based Scholarships.
OAKLAND CATHOLIC NEED-BASED SCHOLARSHIPS
These scholarships are awarded to students who demonstrate financial needs.
ELIGIBILITY
Students registered for 9th grade or continuing their studies at Oakland Catholic may be eligible for one or more of the need-based scholarships.
SCHOLARSHIP AMOUNT
Amount awarded for each need-based scholarship varies.
Oakland Catholic Need-based Scholarship includes:
- Dominic Silvaggio, Sr. Scholarship
- Our Lady of Guadalupe Scholarship
- George Rudolph Scholarship
- Katherine and Thomas J. M. Freyvogel Family Scholarship
- Leading Ladies Scholarship
- Sarafina Spoltore Scholarship
- Louise DiNardo Scholarship
- Deborah L. Rice Scholarship
- Maribeth and Richard S. Donley Family Scholarship
- The Patricia and Judith Cawley Scholarship
- Katherine Donahue Freyvogel Scholarships
- Ruth Donnelly Egler Scholarship
- Susan and Ron Petnuch Family Scholarship
- Susanna McGraw Freyvogel Scholarship
- Thomas and Leona Spelman Scholarship Fund
Dominic Silvaggio, Sr. Scholarship
This Oakland Catholic Scholarship is awarded to a Catholic student in her junior or senior year of study who shows a strong work ethic, studies the Italian language, and receives a recommendation from either the Italian faculty member or the Chair of the Foreign Languages Department.
Scholarship Amount
This scholarship awards $1,000
Our Lady of Guadalupe Scholarship
This scholarship is granted to an established student of Hispanic origin who vigorously practices the Catholic faith, qualifies academically & behaviorally (no disciplinary or attendance issues), and demonstrates financial need.
Scholarship Amount
The amount awarded for this scholarship is not available.
George Rudolph Scholarship
The George Rudolph Scholarship is awarded to a continuing student of any year who qualifies academically, demonstrates financial need, and is vigorously involved in extracurricular activities at Oakland Catholic High School.
Scholarship Amount
This scholarship awards $1,000
Katherine and Thomas J. M. Freyvogel Family Scholarship
This Oakland Catholic Scholarship is granted to an incoming freshman Catholic student who qualifies for acceptance to Oakland Catholic High School, demonstrates financial need, and shows motivation and a strong work ethic, as evidenced by their grade school academic records.
This scholarship is awarded once every four years to a freshman. It is renewable given that the recipient maintains an overall “B” average, an excellent disciplinary record, and a love for Oakland Catholic High School.
Scholarship Amount
This scholarship awards $2,000
Leading Ladies Scholarship
Leading Ladies Scholarship is granted to a current student of Oakland Catholic High School who qualifies academically, demonstrates financial need, and displays leadership qualities.
Scholarship Amount
This scholarship awards $1,000
Sarafina Spoltore Scholarship
This Oakland Catholic Scholarship is awarded every two years to an academically eligible freshman who meets the criteria.
Recipients of this scholarship must: honor its namesake and be the daughter of immigrant parents.
This scholarship allows young women of immigrant backgrounds (immigrants themselves or first generation) to prepare for their future in the college-preparatory, faith-filled environment of Oakland Catholic High School.
This scholarship is renewable each year spent at Oakland Catholic.
Scholarship Amount
This scholarship awards $3,000 per year
Louise DiNardo Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman Catholic student who exceeds academically and demonstrates financial need.
Scholarship Amount
This scholarship awards $1,000
Deborah L. Rice Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to an incoming first-year student from a single-parent household who qualifies academically and demonstrates financial need.
Scholarship Amount
This scholarship awards $1,000
Maribeth and Richard S. Donley Family Scholarship
Maribeth and Richard S. Donley Family Scholarships are granted to a Catholic student, in any year of study, who qualifies academically and demonstrates financial need.
Scholarship Amount
This scholarship awards $1,000
The Patricia and Judith Cawley Scholarship
The Patricia and Judith Cawley Scholarship was created in honor of two sisters who graduated from Cathedral High School due to the enormous efforts of their mother.
This scholarship will be awarded to an academically eligible student who shows great potential and has clearly demonstrated financial need.
Several of these scholarships will be awarded each year, depending on the annual donation to the scholarship fund.
Scholarship Amount
This scholarship awards $5,000
Katherine Donahue Freyvogel Scholarships
This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman who is a Catholic, demonstrates financial need, and displays motivation and a strong work ethic.
It is awarded once every four years and is renewable provided that the recipient maintains an overall “B” average, an excellent disciplinary record, and enthusiasm for Oakland Catholic High School.
Scholarship Amount
This scholarship is granted to two students at $2,500 each.
Ruth Donnelly Egler Scholarship
Ruth Donnelly Egler Scholarship is granted to an incoming freshman Catholic student who qualifies academically and demonstrates financial need.
Scholarship Amount
This scholarship awards $1,000
Susan and Ron Petnuch Family Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to a student in any year of study who qualifies academically and demonstrates financial need.
Scholarship Amount
This scholarship awards $1,000
Susanna McGraw Freyvogel Scholarship
This scholarship is granted to an incoming freshman Catholic student who qualifies academically for admission and demonstrates a commitment to her studies through hard work and perseverance.
Scholarship Amount
This scholarship awards $1,000
Thomas and Leona Spelman Scholarship Fund
Thomas and Leona Spelman Scholarship Fund
were established to make extracurricular activities accessible to all students.
This one-time scholarship will help with costs associated with travel or other experiential opportunities related to the student’s participation in Oakland Catholic High School Global Competence Initiative program. Eligible recipients of this scholarship must be continuing students with financial needs who are enthusiastic about GCI and good-standing academically and behaviorally.
Scholarship Amount
This scholarship awards $1,000
HOW TO APPLY FOR OAKLAND CATHOLIC NEED-BASED SCHOLARSHIPS.
To apply for this scholarship, click here to complete the scholarship form.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
The deadline for submission of applications for Oakland Catholic Need-Based Scholarships varies.
Learn more about Oakland Catholic Need-Based Scholarships
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OAKLAND CATHOLIC OUTSIDE SPONSORED TUITION SCHOLARSHIPS.
Oakland Catholic High School partners with outside organizations to award tuition scholarships to deserving students.
Some of the Oakland Catholic Outside Sponsored Tuition Scholarships are:
- Best of the Batch
- Poise Foundation
- Bishop’s Fund
- Crossroads Program
Best of the Batch Scholarship Program
Best of the Batch Foundation is a nonprofit organization founded in 1999 by former Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Charlie Batch to give financially challenged communities the purpose, desire, and resources to provide their best efforts in all they commit throughout their lives.
HOW TO APPLY
Visit Best of the Batch to learn more about the scholarship and how to apply.
Poise Foundation
The Poise Foundation helps families with tuition, fees, and other related costs, to provide opportunities to pursue the education best suited for their children through their numerous scholarship programs.
HOW TO APPLY
Visit Poise Foundation to learn more about the scholarship and how to apply.
Bishop’s Education Fund
The Bishop’s Education Fund gives tuition assistance to Catholic families attending Catholic schools within the Diocese of Pittsburgh.
HOW TO APPLY
Visit the Bishop’s Education Fund to learn more about the scholarship and how to apply.
Crossroads Foundation Program
Crossroads gives tuition assistance to scholars attending demanding Catholic high schools in the greater Pittsburgh area by working with families, partner schools, and other stakeholders. They intend to make excellent education accessible and obtainable to many region’s promising young people.
HOW TO APPLY
Visit Crossroads Foundation to learn more about the scholarship and how to apply.
Learn more about Oakland Catholic Outside Sponsored Tuition Scholarships.
TIPS TO HELP YOU WIN THE OAKLAND CATHOLIC SCHOLARSHIPS.
- You must be a current Oakland Catholic High student to apply for this scholarship.
- Be an eligible citizen: Applicants of the Oakland Catholic Scholarships must be United States citizens and permanent residents.
- Aside from being a female and meeting the general scholarship requirements, you must meet the eligibility requirements for any scholarship you are applying for.
- Complete the application procedure according to and date.
- The scholarship entrance examination for grade 8 girls should be attempted on laptops or desktops.
- Make sure you have access to wifi if you are attempting your entrance exam from home; otherwise, you have to appear in person for the scholarship entrance Exams.
- The Merit-Based Scholarship commences at 8 am. Make sure you are at the venue at least 30 minutes before the time to get ready.
- Applicants applying for the need-based scholarship should complete the scholarship form on the scholarship page with the correct details.
- Write a convincing statement on why you think you are qualified to be considered for the scholarship.
- Complete all application processes and requirements before the due date.
- Follow up on your application.
BENEFITS OF OAKLAND CATHOLIC SCHOLARSHIPS
The Oakland Catholic High School created these scholarships to:
- Help students attain their educational goals, which might be hindered by finance.
- Reward students who are academically deserving with merit-based scholarships.
- Bridge the gap between academic achievement and educational expenses.
- Provide funds for the tuition of Oakland Catholic High School students to achieve their educational dreams.
- Secure the future of Students at all levels of education by opening doors for financial aid through partnering with outside organizations.
- Give access to unlimited financial resources by providing scholarship opportunities in three categories for students at all levels.
- Eradicate the possibility of dropouts amongst its students by providing financial aid.
- Give females the opportunity to attain their educational goals and aim for a higher position in society.
SUMMARY
Here is a recap of the Oakland Catholic Scholarships you must take note of.
IMPORTANT RESOURCES
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BRIEF DESCRIPTION
Sponsors: Oakland Catholic High School
Department: N/A
Course Level: All levels of study.
Award: Varies
Number of Awards: N/A
Access Mode: Online
Nationality: United States
Language Requirement: There is no language requirement for this scholarship.
Supporting Documents: Supporting documents for Oakland Catholic Scholarships differ. Applicants should visit the scholarship page for more information on the supporting documents.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
How to Apply: Application for the Oakland Catholic scholarships require an online process. Visit each scholarship portal for instructions on how to apply.
Supporting Documents: Supporting documents for Oakland Catholic Scholarships differ. Applicants should visit the scholarship page for more information on the supporting documents.
Admission Requirements: To be considered for any scholarship at Oakland Catholic High School, applicants must be female students, be admitted students of Oakland Catholic High School, complete the scholarship requirement, and meet eligibility requirements for each scholarship.
Language Requirement: There is no language requirement for this scholarship.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How do I get a scholarship from Oakland Catholic High School?
You can apply online for any Oakland Catholic scholarships listed on the website if you are eligible.
Who can apply for Oakland Catholic Scholarship?
Only current female students can apply for Scholarships at Oakland Catholic High School.
When should I apply for an Oakland Catholic Scholarship?
The application opening and due date for each scholarship differ. Look out for when the online application portals are open.
What scholarships are offered at Oakland Catholic High School?
Oakland Catholic High School offers scholarships in three categories: merit-based scholarships, need-based scholarships, and outside-sponsored tuition scholarships.
CONCLUSION
The Oakland Catholic High School created Oakland Catholic Scholarships to provide financial support for students who perform academically high and demonstrate financial needs.
Oakland Catholic Scholarships are offered in various categories, such as merit-based scholarships, need-based scholarships, and outside-sponsored tuition scholarships for all school admitted students.
Eligibility criteria and requirements for each scholarship differ. Applicants are encouraged to visit the scholarship website to learn more about each scholarship.