The Columbus Academy Merit Scholarship Program

While financial aid awards are based on demonstrated need, Columbus Academy also offers merit scholarships to new incoming Upper School students who embody the abilities and values that represent the very best of the Academy community and its mission.

Eligibility

To be eligible for a merit scholarship, a student must be an applicant for admission to Columbus Academy as a new ninth or tenth grade student and complete all components of the admissions application process.

Criteria

The most competitive merit scholarship candidates will be exceptional individuals possessing:

• strong academic abilities
• leadership potential
• superior personal qualities
• interest in our extracurricular offerings
• qualities that further the mission of the school

Selection Process

Based upon test scores, transcripts, recommendations and an initial review of applications, the Upper School Admissions Committee will determine a group of merit scholarship finalists from those students who will be offered admission to the ninth or tenth grade. Finalists receive notification with their acceptance letters and are invited back to campus for a round of formal interviews with the Merit Scholarship Committee, which chooses merit award winners.

Awards

Merit Scholarship recipients will receive grants between $2,000 and $10,000. Grants are renewable through graduation if the recipient maintains a solid academic and social record.

Additional Need-Based Aid

Need-based aid is awarded in addition to merit scholarships, and a family can be awarded both. The school’s financial aid program is based solely upon need as determined by the School and Student Service (SSS) for Financial Aid. Please click here for more information.