Scholarships
Xavier Catholic Schools is fortunate to award St. Francis Xavier Foundation and local Parish Scholarships to our students and families each year to assist with tuition affordability. These scholarships are awarded outside of our FACTS Financial based tuition grant program. They are merit based and require an application and essay written by the students. The majority do not require a specific financial application.
These scholarships have been created by generous donor families, parishes and local organizations to support Catholic education. The majority of these funds are set up and managed through our St. Francis Xavier Foundation.
The scholarship donor family or a designated committee receive the written essays and required application documents and make the award selections each year. Please review the scholarships listed below for specific requirements and the link into the on-line application process.
Application process for 2024-2025 begins Jan 1, 2024 and the
Deadline for receipt of completed applications is March 1, 2024
Elementary
The following scholarships are open to students registered to attend Xavier Elementary School in the 24-25 school year. You may apply for scholarships beginning Jan 1st, 2024. Deadline for application is March 1, 2024. Please review our Xavier Elementary School Scholarships Essay Requirements Guide.
To apply online, you need to use a gmail account, which can be a personal gmail or school gmail account. Click here to Apply online with our Google Form. You can also print the paper Application Form by clicking here. Students may apply for more than one scholarship and past recipients may reapply each year.
St. Mary’s School/Catholic Central Legacy Scholarship - To carry on the 150 year tradition of generosity and fraternity associated with our school community, this scholarship has been established in the Xavier Catholic Schools Foundation to help support young families in their decision to send their child(ren) to Xavier Elementary (K-4th grade) schools.
Active members of St. Bernard, St. Joseph and St. Mary Parishes in Appleton, with students registered in Xavier Elementary School are eligible. Three scholarships of $2,000 each will be awarded to families with $1,000 being awarded the first year and $500 in years two and three.
St. Joseph “Tuition Scholarship” Program -
Application information: Available to members of St. Joseph Parish Appleton with children registered at any campus within Xavier Catholic Schools.
Description of donor/scholarship: Through an anonymous and generous benefactor, St. Joseph Parish is able to offer three $2,500 Catholic school scholarships to three families who are members of St. Joseph Parish. These scholarships serve to encourage families who are considering enrolling their child/children in the St. Francis Xavier School System. The scholarships are also available to students currently enrolled in the system. (These scholarships are also available to families considering enrollment in another Catholic school System).
If you are chosen as a scholarship recipient for the upcoming year you will be offered it for the remaining years at each academic level. If you receive the scholarship in 1st grade it will be guaranteed through grade 4 and the same principle would apply for middle and high school.
St. Pius X Parish–Appleton Xavier Catholic Schools Scholarship
Application information: Two $500 scholarships will be awarded to registered and active members of St. Pius Parish Appleton. This scholarship is open to registered students in all grade levels in the Xavier Catholic School System.
Description of donor/scholarship: The scholarship committee will award the scholarship to two registered St. Pius X students/families who are actively involved at the parish. Applicants are asked to submit an essay or listing detailing how they are involved at the parish.
Middle School
The following scholarships are open to students registered to attend Xavier Middle School in the 24-25 school year. You may apply for scholarships begining Jan 1st, 2024. Deadline for application is March 1, 2024. Please review our Xavier Middle School Scholarships Essay Requirements Guide. To apply, you must use a gmail account, which can be a personal gmail or school gmail account. Click here to Apply with our Google Form. Students may apply for more than one scholarship and past recipients may reapply each year.
Fox Valley Health Professions Scholarship - A one year $1,200 scholarship will be awarded to a student who has an interest in science. Applicants are required to choose from two topics and write a 500 word essay.
The Father Michael K. O’Rourke Education Scholarship Fund - Three $500 scholarships will be awarded to St. Francis Xavier Middle School students for the upcoming school year. This scholarship is restricted to students/families who are registered parishioners of St. Mary Parish in Appleton.
St. Joseph “Tuition Scholarship” Program - Three scholarships of $2,500 are available to parishioners of St. Joseph who are currently enrolled or considering enrollment in the St. Francis Xavier School System.
St. Pius X Parish–Appleton Xavier Catholic Schools Scholarship
Application information: Two $500 scholarships will be awarded to registered and active members of St. Pius Parish Appleton. This scholarship is open to registered students in all grade levels in the Xavier Catholic School System.
High School
The following scholarships are open to students registered to attend Xavier High School in the 24-25 school year. You may apply for scholarships begining Jan 1st, 2024. Deadline for application is March 1, 2024. Please review our Xavier High School Scholarships Essay Requirements Guide. To apply, you must use a gmail account, which can be a personal gmail or school gmail account. Click here to Apply with our Google Form. Students may apply for more than one scholarship and past recipients may reapply each year.
Description of donor/scholarship:
Agnes M. and John J. Jr. Biese Memorial Scholarship - John and Agnes were long-time supporters of Catholic Education and served on a number of Boards and Committees associated with Xavier Catholic Schools. They have been involved with Christmas Stars and hold a special place in their heart for this production.
One $1,000 scholarship will be awarded through the generous support of the Biese family. Their support of the St. Francis Xavier Catholic School System is greatly appreciated. To qualify for this scholarship, a student must meet the following criteria:
• Student has participated in the production of Christmas Stars or NEW Passion Play for a minimum of two years.
• Student has a grade point average above 3.25.
• Student has a history of participating in extracurricular activities.
Description of donor/scholarship:
Open to registered Xavier High School incoming freshmen who are active members of St. Mary Parish, Appleton.
The total value of this scholarship is $4,000 with $1,000 being awarded on a yearly basis as long as that student remains in good standing. The applying student and his or her family must be registered members of St. Mary Parish in Appleton. The scholarship is renewable each year as long as recipient remains in good-standing at XHS and remains an active member of St. Mary Parish for the duration of the award.
Description of donor/scholarship:
A $1,200 scholarship is available to students who attend St. Francis Xavier High School and have an interest in science.
Description of donor/scholarship:
Thomas Meehl passed away in 2008 and was an avid supporter of Catholic education. His three children attended Xavier. Tom served many people through his career as a financial advisor, his support of his church and Xavier High School. In his honor, the Meehl family is awarding this $1000 scholarship to a student who attends Xavier.
Description of donor/scholarship:
Open to a registered Xavier High School incoming freshmen. One scholarship for $1,500 per year for four years of high school. Total value = $6,000
Description of donor/scholarship: This scholarship was established by the Moehring family to support leadership as well as scholarship. As members of the original committee to establish a Catholic high school in Appleton, Mr. and Mrs. Moehring recognized the importance of developing good citizens for church, family and community. Students considered for this scholarship should exhibit strong leadership qualities and goals, in addition to a commitment to their education.
The total value of this scholarship is $6,000 with $1,500 being awarded on a yearly basis as long as that student remains in good standing. Students selected to receive this prestigious scholarship will be considered active Moehring Scholars and will help facilitate The Ethel Moehring Day of Service each year and are expected to assume leadership roles with Xavier High School.
Description of donor/scholarship:
Open to ALL registered Xavier High School students. One $1,000 scholarship awarded each year
Description of donor/scholarship: William and Margery Stilp put their six children through Xavier High School – Sarah ’66 (deceased in 1971), Sue ’68, John ’70, Tom ’72, Paul ’76 and Kate ’84. Their five surviving children established this fund in honor and memory of their parents. This scholarship is for $1,000 and will be awarded annually.
Description of donor/scholarship:
Open to a registered Xavier High School incoming freshmen. – Two $500 scholarships.
Description of donor/scholarship: Two $500 scholarships will be awarded through the generous support of the Weiske family. Their support of the St. Francis Xavier Catholic School System is greatly appreciated. To qualify for this scholarship, the student must have a history of volunteering at their school, church, or greater community.
Description of donor/scholarship:
Open to ALL registered Xavier High School students. One $1,000 scholarship awarded each year
Description of donor/scholarship: A $1,000 scholarship will be awarded in memory of Bradley Williams, XHS ‘08. Bradley was a member of the XHS class of 2008 and involved in many school activities. He passed away unexpectedly on the football practice field in September of 2005 as a sophomore.
Description of donor/scholarship:
Open to ALL registered Xavier High School students who are an active member of a catholic church. Four $1,000 scholarships awarded each year
Description of donor/scholarship: Four $1,000 scholarships will be awarded each year.
Description of donor/scholarship:
The scholarship amount will be based on financial need and determined by a completed FACTS tuition assistance application. Amount available is up to $5000. This scholarship is open to students with documented physical and/or learning challenges who have demonstrated consistent effort to succeed academically in spite of these challenges. Scholarship would follow the student through his or her 4 years at Xavier as long as financial need continues and the student is working to potential.
Description of donor/scholarship:
Available to members of St. Joseph Parish Appleton with children registered at any campus within Xavier Catholic Schools.
Description of donor/scholarship: Through an anonymous and generous benefactor, St. Joseph Parish is able to offer three $2,500 Catholic school scholarships to three families who are members of St. Joseph Parish. These scholarships serve to encourage families who are considering enrolling their child/children in the St. Francis Xavier School System. The scholarships are also available to students currently enrolled in the system. (These scholarships are also available to families considering enrollment in another Catholic school System).
If you are chosen as a scholarship recipient for the upcoming year you will be offered it for the remaining years at each academic level. If you receive the scholarship in 1st grade it will be guaranteed through grade 4 and the same principle would apply for middle and high school.
Description of donor/scholarship:
Open to students from St. John’s Little Chute Parish or School or from the Little Chute community attending St Francis Xavier High School
Description of donor/scholarship: An anonymous donor has established a scholarship fund to help St. John’s Parish students attend Xavier High School. This money will be distributed to families who apply and have demonstrated financial need through FACTS. Additional dollars are also available through the Stephen Eckes Estate for students who meet the criteria listed above. If your family is a member of St. John Parish, has attended St. John’s school, or is a member of the Little Chute community, please complete the FACTS tuition assistance on-line application to be considered for this scholarship. Over $10,000 in scholarship funds to be distributed each year.
Please complete the on-line application and select this scholarship. No attachments are necessary. Please also complete a FACTS tuition application.
Application information:
Two $500 scholarships will be awarded to registered and active members of St. Pius Parish Appleton. This scholarship is open to registered students in all grade levels in the Xavier Catholic School System.
Description of donor/scholarship:
The scholarship committee will award the scholarship to two registered St. Pius X students/families who are actively involved at the parish. Applicants are asked to submit an essay or listing detailing how they are involved at the parish.
Description of donor/scholarship:
Open to students entering Xavier High School from a public school with financial need. This scholarship is generally offered once every 2-4 years and is distributed in the amount of $3,000 to $5,000 per year.
Description of donor/scholarship: A donor fund has been established to provide tuition assistance for a student from a public school, having verified financial need and attending Xavier High School. The scholarship will follow the selected student for 4 years as long as their verified financial need continues and the recipient maintains a “B” average.
College
The following scholarships are available to any Xavier High School senior looking to attend a post-secondary institution. All scholarships awarded will be sent directly to the College or University that the recipient will be attending. Please review our Xavier College Scholarships Essay Requirements Guide here: To apply, you must use a gmail account, which can be a personal gmail or school gmail account. Click here to Apply with our Google Form.
The Gladys Wisnefski Memorial Scholarship - Established by the Wisnefski family this $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a high school senior who has excelled in the study of foreign language while at Xavier. Special priority will be given to individuals looking to study foreign language or international affairs at the college level.
The Worachek Family Entrepreneurism College Scholarship - This $1,500 College Scholarship is awarded to a Xavier High School senior who has displayed an ongoing interest in business and entrepreneurism.
St. Francis Xavier Religious Studies Scholarship - This $300 college scholarship will be awarded to a high school senior who is considering higher level education in religious studies, ministry, service, or any other faith related field of study.
The Anna Donnermeyer Memorial Scholarship - This $500 College Scholarship will be awarded to a high school senior who has demonstrated service above and beyond the Xavier 20 hour commitment to their local parish, service to their community and treats others in a Christ-like manner.
Jim and Bea Schafhauser Memorial Scholarship – this $250 college scholarship will be awarded to an Xavier High School Senior who is involved in the All Rise NEWPP. The student will be attending post-secondary training at a university, college, technical college or certificate program within one year of graduation. (Allowing for a gap year)
Fine Arts Scholarship Opportunity
The following scholarship is available from Christmas Stars.
Christmas Stars Fine Arts Scholarship - Christmas Stars, sponsored by the St. Francis Xavier Catholic School System, provides scholarships to assist St. Francis Xavier students participating in enrichment experiences related to their fine arts activities.
Students may apply for financial help to attend a camp, workshop, lessons or courses that will assist them in improving their skills in music, drama, dance or art; or funds can be used to pay fees such as Orchestra, Band or Chorus Fees. Scholarships will be awarded based upon the number of applications, the quality of the applications, available funds and possibly on financial need. If you are awarded a scholarship, the amount will be reimbursed to you upon completion of the fine arts activity. If you have applied for a scholarship to help pay for band, chorus, or orchestra fees, your account will automatically be credited the scholarship amount.
Other Scholarship Opportunities
The following scholarships are available from the Catholic Daughters of the Americas.
Ave Maria Court #1011 Catholic High School Scholarship - Two $500 scholarships will be awarded to Catholic students registered at a Catholic High School for the 23-24 academic year. Application Due: May 1, 2023
National Court Incoming Freshman Scholarship - The National Court will award two $1000 scholarships to Catholic 8th grade students registered in 9th grade at a Catholic High School for the 23-24 academic year. Application Due: April 1, 2023
Please contact your parish office to see if additional catholic school tuition funding is available directly from your parish.
Scholarship Questions Please Contact:
St. Francis Xavier Catholic School System, Inc.
Attn: Theresa Rohm
1600 W Prospect Ave
Appleton, WI 54914
Xavier Foundation Scholarship Coordinator
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