2026 Application Submissions are no longer being accepted.
Each year, the St. Paul of the Cross Women’s Club proudly awards two individual scholarships of $2,500 to young ladies graduating 8th-grade from our community who will be attending a Catholic high school in the fall of the following academic year.
The Women’s Club Scholarship recognizes a student who demonstrates strong faith, academic effort, leadership, and service to others—qualities that reflect the spirit of our parish and the mission of our organization.
This is an achievement-based scholarship and is not based on financial need.
Who Is Eligible
Eligible students are:
Members of the St. Paul of the Cross Parish community
Graduating 8th graders entering a Catholic high school in the fall
Individuals who model Christian values through their actions both in and outside of school
How Recipients Are Selected
Completed applications are reviewed by each member of the SPC Women’s Club Board who carefully consider each candidate’s essay, service to others, community engagement, character and leadership qualities, and demonstration of faith in daily life. Finalists will receive an invitation to participate in an interview process (remote or in-person) for final consideration.
Application Process
Applications for the 2026 Scholarship Award are now open and submissions will be considered until May 15, 2026 11:59 p.m. CT.
Applications should be emailed to scholarship@spc-womensclub.com with the subject line “SPC Women’s Club - Scholarship Application” on or before May 15, 2026, 11:59 p.m. CDT. Applications received after this date will not be considered.
Final candidates will be requested to participate in an interview with a member of the Women’s Club Board (in-person or virtual). These will be conducted during the week of May 18th.
Completed Applications should include:
- A 300-word essay addressing the question: How has your Catholic education influenced your life?
- Please also provide:
- Name, address, and telephone number
- Name of Catholic High School you plan to attend
- List of all extracurricular activities both in and outside of school), volunteer and service-related activities, and current cumulative grade point average (GPA)
- Letter of recommendation from a current SPC teacher emailed directly to scholarship@spc-womensclub.com with the subject line: Students Name (First, Last) – Scholarship Letter of Recommendation
Award Notification & Recognition:
Scholarship winners will be notified on or before May 27, 2026 via email.
The recipient is recognized at the parish school’s graduation ceremony and celebrated by our parish community for their outstanding example of living their faith with purpose and compassion.
