Undergraduate Scholarship Opportunities

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1 Undergraduate Scholarship Opportunities Catholic Student Scholarship Ozanam Scholars Program Catholic Scholars Program Applications Included

2 Undergraduate Scholarships Merit-based scholarships range from $5,000 per year to full tuition. All applicants are automatically considered. These scholarships include: Presidential Scholarship Provost Scholarship Scholastic Excellence Scholarship Academic Achievement Award Academic Promise Award Apply online or in this package to the following: Catholic Student Scholarship Ozanam Scholars Program Catholic Scholars Program In addition, we offer need-based scholarships. For consideration, students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online. For other scholarship opportunities for freshmen, please visit stjohns.edu/scholarships.

3 You ve worked hard to build an impressive academic record. Now St. John s will reward your years of effort through our faithand service-oriented scholarship programs. If you re an entering freshman student, you may qualify for one of our many scholarships. St. John s also offers needbased aid to all students, regardless of scholarship potential. In fact, for the school year, 97 percent of undergraduate students received over $470 million in financial assistance through scholarships, loans, grants, and work-study programs. CONTACT US When you apply for admission to St. John s, you will be automatically considered for our merit-based scholarships. To be considered for our Catholic Student Scholarship, Ozanam Scholars Program or Catholic Scholars Program, you must apply separately using the applications in this brochure. These applications are for students entering their freshman year at St. John s in Fall Office of Undergraduate Admission admission@stjohns.edu Queens and Manhattan Campuses STJOHNS Staten Island Campus

4 ST. JOHN S UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIPS Catholic Student Scholarship Tying faith and education together is important at St. John s, and we strive to enrich the experiences of those who seek both. As one of three Vincentian universities in the country, we re committed to preparing our Roman Catholic students for ethical leadership so that they bring our heritage of service to the public sphere. This scholarship offers a limited number of awards to first-time college-bound Catholics to assist them in achieving their next level of success. So take a look at yourself. Are you an exceptional young Catholic with a hunger to make a difference? If so, read the enclosed application for requirements, or go to stjohns.edu/admission/undergraduate/scholarships for more details! SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS CAN: Receive awards ranging from $1,000 to $2,500 Get involved with Campus Ministry and other religious organizations Participate in service-learning, volunteering, and mentoring programs Donate time to our Brooklyn soup kitchen, Bread and Life Attend special Catholic lecture series This scholarship is available to first-time freshmen entering in the Fall 2015 semester.

5 ST. JOHN S CATHOLIC STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION Catholic Student Scholarship Application Honoring St. John s historic commitment to preparing Catholic students for personal and professional success, we are pleased to invite eligible candidates to apply for our Fall 2015 Catholic Student Scholarship. (Awards range from $1,000 to $2,500, depending on demonstrated financial need.) Eligible applicants must: 1) be Roman Catholic; 2) have a minimum B average, 3.0 GPA, and a minimum combined SAT (critical reading and math) of 1000 or ACT composite score of 22; and 3) graduate from high school by June 2015 and be entering their freshman year at St. John s in Fall Applicants must submit the Catholic Student Scholarship application and their application for admission by February 6, 2015, and must file their complete FAFSA form by February 6, To complete this application form, please type or print clearly and submit with your essay of 300 to 500 words (on reverse side). Return your application to the Queens campus. A limited number of Catholic Student Scholarships are available. Kerri Darcy, Assistant Director Office of Undergraduate Admission St. John s University 8000 Utopia Parkway Queens, NY Name: Social Security number: # (optional, but strongly recommended): (optional, but strongly recommended) St. John s ID: X (if available) PLEASE TEAR OFF FORM ALONG PERFORATED LINE Address: (Number and Street) (Apt. #) City: State: Zip: Tel: Date of Birth: / / Have you filed an admission application to St. John s? Yes No If yes, for what major did you apply? If no, you must submit an application for undergraduate admission by Campus applicant plans to attend (check one): Queens Staten Island High School Average: ACT Composite Score: High School: SAT Scores: Critical Reading: February 6, Math: Address: (Number and Street) City: State: Zip: Tel: Diocese: Cath_Schol

6 Catholic Student Scholarship Application Applicant s Essay Use this space for your 300-to-500 word essay describing how your Catholic faith and, specifically, the teachings of St. Vincent de Paul have influenced your life. Please feel free to handwrite or type the essay and attach an additional sheet of paper if necessary. Signature My signature below indicates that all information contained in this application is true and complete. Applicant name St. John s ID: X Applicant signature _ Date Cath_Schol

7 ST. JOHN S UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIPS Ozanam Scholars Program This bold program provides a select group of scholars with an innovative learning experience that focuses on academic scholarship and research, Vincentian service, and global citizenship. Working closely with dedicated faculty, Ozanam Scholars investigate and solve real-world problems, inspiring change throughout their college careers. These motivated students study abroad their sophomore year; complete an independent study junior year and a capstone project senior year; fulfill service and program requirements all four years; and earn a social justice minor. This program is open to students of all faiths. The experience begins freshman year, with each student receiving an annually renewable scholarship of up to $10,000 per year for four years of undergraduate study. Review the attached application or visit our website at stjohns.edu/ozanam to learn more, and get ready to change the world! Students must live on campus during their first two years of the program. This program is available to first-time freshmen entering in the Fall 2015 semester. OZANAM STUDENTS: Participate in local, national, and international service and study abroad Conduct research connected to poverty, education, healthcare, homelessness, and hunger Minor in social justice Participate in exclusive program activities Receive a scholarship of up to $10,000

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9 ST. JOHN S Ozanam Application Ozanam Scholars Application Program Description Part of the Vincentian Institute for Social Action (VISA), the Ozanam Scholars Program is rooted in the themes of academic scholarship, Vincentian leadership, and global citizenship. As members of the program, students have the opportunity to grow academically and elevate their contributions to society through solutions-based research. Students are expected to think critically about applications of social justice both within and outside their academic major and to address their issues through required course work and research, community service, and travel. Grade Requirements: Overall B average and a combined score of 1000 on the SAT (math and critical reading only) or an ACT composite score of 22. Applicants must be entering their freshman year at St. John s in Fall Applicants must submit the Ozanam Scholars application and application for admission by February 6, 2015, and must complete their FAFSA by February 6, Finalists for the Ozanam Scholars Program will be invited to participate in an interview. Students who apply for both the Ozanam and Catholic Scholars Programs cannot be selected for both and must express a preference during the interview process. Application The following application consists of general information, essay and résumé sections. Please complete all areas. General Information Name: Social Security Number (optional): St. John s ID (if available): X Address: (Number and Street) (Apt. #) City: State: Zip: If not a US resident, please identify country: Tel: Date of Birth: / / PLEASE TEAR OFF FORM ALONG PERFORATED LINE If yes, for what major did you apply? If no, you must submit an application for undergraduate admission by February 2, 6, Campus applicant plans to attend (check one / REQUIRED): Queens Staten Island High School Average: Out of: ACT Composite Score: SAT Scores: Critical Reading: Math: High School: Address: (Number and Street) City: State: Zip: Tel: Age: Gender: Male Female Ethnicity: Hobbies/Special Skill (e.g., sports, etc.) 0Z_Schol

10 Ozanam Scholars Application Name: Date of Birth: St. John s ID: X _ Please list languages in which you are fluent (able to read, write, and converse comfortably): Do you have any AP credits or college credits to transfer to St. John s University? If so, please list the course name and number of applicable credits: Yes No Essays Please answer all questions on a separate sheet of paper. 1. The Ozanam Scholars Program is designed to enhance the learning experience through meaningful service aligned with the University mission (Catholic, Vincentian, and metropolitan). What is your understanding of learning through meaningful service and how it will enrich your education at St. John s? 2. Frédéric Ozanam, namesake of the Ozanam Scholars program, said, Charity is the Samaritan who pours oil on the wounds of the traveler who has been attacked. It is justice s role to prevent the attack. Please provide a critical analysis of this quote using personal examples where relevant. 3. Please choose a social justice issue or cause of poverty in today s society and explain (1.) why this issue is important to you; (2.) the cause(s) of the problem; and (3.) how you would use your personal leadership style to develop solutions that have systematic impact. Service Résumé Please list the service(s) in which you have participated. #1 #2 #3 Site Name/Type of Service: Start/End Dates: Duties Performed: Hours Completed: Site Name/Type of Service: Start/End Dates: Duties Performed: Hours Completed: Site Name/Type of Service: Start/End Dates: Duties Performed: Hours Completed: 0Z_Schol

11 Ozanam Scholars Application Name: ST. JOHN S Ozanam Application Date of Birth: First St. John s ID: X _ Reference Section Two references must be submitted: one teacher recommendation and one service supervisor recommendation. Please list contact information for your references below. Ask each reference to submit a letter of recommendation to the address below and have them include their name, title, contact information, your name, and the capacity in which they know you. Reference Name: Reference Title: Reference Organization: Last Reference Phone: Reference Name: First Last Reference Title: PLEASE TEAR OFF FORM ALONG PERFORATED LINE Reference Organization: Reference Phone: Ozanam applications, letters of reference, and any other supporting documents should be submitted to: Kerri Darcy, Assistant Director Office of Undergraduate Admission St. John s University 8000 Utopia Parkway Queens, NY Z_Schol

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13 ST. JOHN S CATHOLIC SCHOLARS PROGRAM Catholic Scholars Program Faith and Leadership in Action I choose St. John s... For Academics For Faith For Life Catholic Scholars take part in a four-year developmental program that translates faith into action. Students apply for membership as they apply for acceptance to St. John s University. Selected scholars commit themselves to faithbased leadership training, service and prayer, and forming a deeper understanding of what it means to be a scholar and leader inspired by the Catholic tradition. They join a community of committed students who, together with faculty and campus ministers, engage in monthly meetings, lectures, course work, and prayer experiences that deepen their integration of faith and reason. Catholic Scholars assume important leadership roles within the community of faith and service at St. John s University in preparation for becoming faith-inspired leaders for life. Submit the attached application, and visit us for more information on this exciting opportunity. stjohns.edu/catholicscholars Catholic Scholars Program: Receive a $5,000 a year tuition grant for four years of study Serve as student ministers and faith-leader mentors Engage in campus-based, liturgical, faith formation, and diocesan leadership experiences Option to participate in a special Study Abroad cohort in Rome focusing on Catholic leadership Embrace opportunities to create faith-based programs and promote faith-based leadership This program is available to firsttime freshmen entering in the Fall 2015 semester.

14 Catholic Scholars Program Application The goal of the Catholic Scholars Program scholarship is to enable students to identify clear actions that they can take to promote faith-based leadership and to offer them a foundation that helps them influence society in their life s work. Program Elements As a Catholic Scholar, students: Engage in monthly meetings, formations and activities that offer leadership experiences. Attend Sunday night student Mass and several daily Masses per week on campus. Assume responsibilities for leading faith-based programming on campus, including service to the Church that includes liturgical ministry, music ministry, altar serving, and extraordinary minister of Holy Communion. Membership in the Vincentian Initiative to Advance Leadership (VITAL) or the Catholic Student Community (CSC) and serve as program leaders for selected activities. Participate as an active member of one of the Campus Ministry student groups, including: St. Vincent de Paul Society, Habitat for Humanity, Sinai Praise Dance Ministry, Students for Global Justice, Students for Life, Ladies in God s Hands Together (L.IG.H.T.), Men in God s Hands Together (M.I.G.H.T.), or leadership in devotional prayer such as Monday Night Rosary and Eucharistic Adoration and Holy Hour. Shared theology and Discover New York courses with cohort. Participate in an optional study abroad cohort that immerses students in the Catholic and Vincentian tradition. Students who live on campus will reside with other Catholic Scholars. Application The following consists of general information, essay, a checklist of faith-based activities, and reference sections. Please submit all areas by February 6, Finalists will be invited to participate in an interview. Students who apply for both the Ozanam and Catholic Scholars Programs cannot be selected for both and must express a preference during the interview process. General Information Participation in this scholarship requires applicants to be baptized, practicing Catholics. By checking this box, I affirm I am a baptized, practicing Catholic: Home Diocese: Home Parish: ST. JOHN S CATHOLIC Scholars Application Name: (Last Name) (First Name) Social Security Number (optional): St. John s ID#: X Address: (Number and Street) (Apt. #) City: State: Zip: If not a US resident, please identify country: Tel: Date of Birth: / / Age: (MM) (DD) (YYYY) Have you filed an admission application to St. John s? Yes No If yes, for what major did you apply? If no, you must submit an application for undergraduate admission by February 6, Campus applicant plans to attend (check one / REQUIRED): Queens Staten Island I plan to reside on campus: Yes No Queens Staten Island Manhattan High School: Address: (Number and Street) City: State: Zip: Gender: High School Average: Out of: ACT Score: SAT Reading: Math: Male Female PLEASE TEAR OFF FORM ALONG PERFORATED LINE Tel: CS_Schol

15 ST. JOHN S CATHOLIC Scholars Application PLEASE TEAR OFF FORM ALONG PERFORATED LINE Catholic Scholars Program Application Name: Date of Birth: St. John s ID: X Essay Please complete the checklist of faith-based activities in which you currently participate in and answer the essay. Also include a bulleted list of all relevant faith-based activities. Scholars receive an initial grant of $5,000, renewable annually during their undergraduate years, provided they make continued progress in fulfilling program requirements. The pool of applicants will be narrowed after the essay stage and finalists will be interviewed before selection. 1. How does your Catholic faith inspire you to be a leader in your school and community? 2. What does your Catholic faith mean to you? What are the ways you practice your faith? 3. Please check off all activities in which you have participated in over the past four years. All questions must be answered in order for your application to be considered. References Two references must be submitted: one from your parish priest, and one from another church or school minister, e.g., youth minister, campus minister, or religion teacher. Please list contact information for your references below. Ask each reference to submit a letter of recommendation to the address below and have them include their name, title, contact information, your name, and the capacity in which they know you. Reference Name: First Reference Title: Reference Organization: Reference Phone: Reference Name: First Reference Title: Reference Organization: Reference Phone: Catholic Scholars Program applications, essays, letters of reference, and any other supporting documents should be submitted no later than February 6, 2015 to: Kerri Darcy, Assistant Director Office of Undergraduate Admission St. John s University 8000 Utopia Parkway Queens, NY Last Last Complete the check list of faithbased activities in which you currently participate. Check all that apply. Catholic Leadership Position Retreat Leader Youth Group Leader Catechist Peer Group Leader Other Leadership Positions Please List: Faith Formation Activity Youth Group Retreats Please List: Youth Conferences/Workshops Please List: Other Faith Activities Please List: Liturgical Activity Music Ministry Altar Serving Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion Lector Usher Other Liturgical Activities Please List: Community Service One-day service Please List: Weekend service Please List: Week-long service Please List: Other Service Activities Please List: Extracurricular Activity (non faith-based) CYO Coach Boy/Girl Scout (please provide level ) Athlete Academic Honor Society Other Activities Please List: CS_Schol

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