1.   The average scholarship for 2010-2011 was approximately $1,900 and the maximum scholarship amount for 2011-2012 will be $2,800. The actual amount will be determined by the family’s income and the target school’s tuition cost.

2.   The scholarships will not cover the full tuition of a Catholic School, and families will be required to pay the difference between the school tuition and the Cardinal’s Scholarship, as well as any additional school fees.  Families will be expected to contribute a minimum of $500 towards their child’s education.

3.   Provided there is sufficient funding, scholarships will be renewable every year, through 8th grade, assuming financial need continues and the family is current on the balance of tuition payments and meets other renewal guidelines.

STEP 1:    Find a Manhattan, Bronx, or Staten Island Catholic Elementary School you wish your child or children to attend .

STEP 2:    Request or pick up an application at your school of interest, bring completed forms and supporting financial documents to your target school and finalize the school’s admissions process (application form, testing to ensure proper grade placement, etc.) After the forms are reviewed by the designated school officers, the school will submit the forms to Children’s Scholarship Fund.

STEP 3:    If the school has space for your child and your child is admitted to the school, then the school will sign a School Commitment Form that confirms your child’s place at the school and the school’s tuition cost if you receive a scholarship.  This form must be returned to Children’s Scholarship Fund in order for your scholarship application to be complete.  When your application is completed and approved, you will receive a letter from Children’s Scholarship Fund letting you know the amount of your scholarship.