Merit Scholarship

The Process

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Private School Merit Scholarship

Sewickley Academy offers Merit Scholarships for prospective students entering Grades 6-9. The scholarships are given to students who possess a stellar academic performance and actively reflect the Core Values of the institution. These awards are not based on a family’s financial need and range from $2,500 - $10,000 per year. The scholarships are renewable annually through Grade 12, as long as a student continues to meet the criteria:

Maintain at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA.
Be a positive contributor to the life of the school and/or community through sports, service, leadership positions, and student clubs and organizations.
Must NOT receive any major disciplinary infractions.

The Process – First Round: October 1, 2021 – February 4, 2022

Prospective students interested in applying for a Merit Scholarship need to submit the Merit Scholarship Essay found in the admissions checklist of the parent portal in My.Sewickley
A holistic review of the student’s admission application will be conducted to determine the admissibility and quality of the application.
The scholarship committee will analyze the strength of each applicant focusing on transcripts, test scores, teacher evaluations, and the essay.
Finalists will be selected and notified on March 2, 2022, in their admissions decision letter.

The Process – Rolling Merit Awards: February 5, 2022 – August 1, 2022

Applicants who apply after February 4 will be considered for scholarships on a first-come basis pending the availability of funds.

Frequently Asked Questions

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When will families be notified about Merit Scholarship decisions?

The first-round notifications will occur on March 2, 2022, and rolling notifications will occur through August 1. All recipients of a Merit Scholarship will be provided the amount of the scholarship upon notification.
One of my children is already enrolled at Sewickley Academy. Am I allowed to apply for a Merit Scholarship for my younger child who is currently going through the admission process?

Yes. Although a family may not be new to Sewickley Academy, all new students applying to Grades 6-9 are eligible to apply for a Merit Scholarship.
Will students who are returning to Sewickley Academy be allowed to apply for a Merit Scholarship?

No. Students must be new to the Academy in order to receive a Merit Scholarship.
Can I apply for a Merit Scholarship and the need-based financial aid program?

Yes, you can. Although, the programs are completely separate and have separate application processes. If you have any questions about this process, please feel free to contact the Office of Admissions with any questions.