Tuition, Scholarship Opportunities and Financial Aid Information
Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
Tuition for the 2023-2024 school year is $14,250, paid in monthly installments of $1,425 beginning July 1 and ending April 1. There is also a mandatory fundraising fee of $300 per family. A late fee of $40 is applicable for payments received after the 5th of the month. Tuition is expected to be paid in full by April 1.
Scholarship Opportunities
Scholarship Opportunities
All students who took the Entrance Exam at Mother McAuley are eligible for the following scholarships. Scholarship applications will open after the Entrance Exam on December 2, 2023.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
JANUARY 12, 2024
SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED
FEBRUARY 2024
Notes before applying
- To be eligible for incoming freshmen scholarships, 8th grade girls must take the Entrance Exam at Mother McAuley.
- Each scholarship has its own essay prompt, which can be found when clicking on a scholarship name below. Please follow these directions closely.
- All essays must be completed before submitting the application form.
- All essays must be typed directly into the essay field or copy and pasted into the field.
- Essays will be scored using this rubric.
The Class of 2027 received $694,000 in scholarships for their four years at Mother McAuley.
Scholarship Details & Applications
Click on the arrow next to each scholarship listed below to view the criteria and application.
- Board of Trustees Scholarship
- Catherine McAuley Service Scholarship
- Christie (Gallagher ‘72) and Mark Sever Scholarship
- Daniel P. Haerther Scholarship
- Denise Sullivan Huguelet '72 Spirit of Service Scholarship
- Friendship Memorial Scholarship
- Helen and Dick Carey Scholarship
- Hometown Heroes Scholarship
- Kathleen Walsh Scholarship
- Magee Family Scholarship
- Marie C. Bromark Memorial Scholarship
- Mary Kean Coffey "Pay it Forward" Scholarship
- Monica Dunne Fudacz '75 Memorial Scholarship
- Reidy/Ori Family Scholarship
- Sister Ellen Marie Ryan, RSM Music Scholarship
- Tradition of Excellence Scholarship
Board of Trustees Scholarship
Equal to one-half tuition, renewable
Recognizing the importance of a Catholic, secondary education, the Board of Trustees of Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School established a Board of Trustees Scholarship. This scholarship provides one-half of a year’s tuition and will be awarded to one (1) member of the incoming freshman class. Annual renewal is based on continual compliance with established criteria. Thus, four students, one in each grade level, are designated Board of Trustees Scholars.
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- The applicant must have taken the entrance exam at Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School.
- The applicant must have completed a minimum of two (2) years in a Catholic elementary school.
- The applicant demonstrates seriousness in academic achievement and excellent academic potential/achievement.
- The applicant has good disciplinary record.
- The applicant participates in school or a Church/community activity.
- The applicant’s family must have significant demonstrated financial need as determined by the submission of the online FAST financial aid application.
- The applicant must have maintained a 3.5 grade point average (B+) during the first semester of 8th grade and have the ability to maintain a 3.0 grade point average while at McAuley.
- The applicant must submit an essay using the prompt below. Essays must not be more than 500 words. Please do not put your name, any of your relative’s names, or any other identifying information in your essay. You will be able to copy and paste or type your essay response in text box below.
Essay Prompt: Please share your own reason(s) for seeking this scholarship, and explain your dreams and goals once you graduate from Mother McAuley.
Apply below for the Board of Trustees Scholarship between December 2 - January 12
Catherine McAuley Service Scholarship
$1,000 non-renewable
This $1000 non-renewable scholarship will be awarded to ten (10) members of the incoming class who have been recognized for their service and leadership skills. We are looking to recognize students who have gone “above and beyond” their Confirmation service hour requirement and who are making a difference in their church, school, or community.
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- The applicant must have taken the entrance exam at Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School.
- The applicant must have gone “above and beyond” their Confirmation service hour requirement and are making a different in their Church, school, or community.
- The applicant must submit an essay using the prompt below. Essays must be no longer than 500 words. Please do not put your name or any identifying information in your essay. You will be able to copy and paste or type your essay response into the text box below.
Essay Prompt: Describe how you have actively participated in your school, Church, and/or community. How have you used your leadership skills during this service? How has your service made a difference for others?
Apply below for the Catherine McAuley Service Award between December 2 - January 12
Christie (Gallagher ‘72) and Mark Sever Scholarship
$2,500 renewable
Awarded to four (4) incoming freshmen who are actively involved in some volunteer activity above and beyond the required.
Christie and Mark Sever sent their three children through Catholic grade school, high school, college and graduate school. Mr. and Mrs. Sever both served many roles as volunteers within their parish and community. Christie (Gallagher) is a Class of 1972 graduate of Mother McAuley High School. Additionally, Christie Sever has served on the Board of Trustees of Mother McAuley. Mr. and Mrs. Sever are firm believers of hard work, scholastic application, volunteerism and the Catholic faith.
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- The applicant must have taken the entrance exam at Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School.
- The applicant must be actively involved in some volunteer activity above and beyond the required. Examples include, but are not limited to, Eucharistic minister, lector, church choir, soup kitchen, Scout or nursing home volunteer.
- The applicant’s family must demonstrate financial need as determined by the submission of the Mother McAuley financial aid application (FAST), or other means of evaluating financial need.
- The applicant must submit an essay using the prompt below. Essays must be no longer than 500 words. Please do not put your name or any identifying information in your essay. You will be able to copy and paste or type your essay response into the text box below.
Essay Prompt: Why is it important for you to attend Mother McAuley? What do you expect to receive through a Mother McAuley education?
Apply below for the Christie (Gallagher '72) and Mark Sever Scholarship between December 2 - January 12
Daniel P. Haerther Scholarship
$6,000 renewable
Awarded to five (5) freshmen with a strong academic record, demonstrated leadership skills, and commitment to service.
The Daniel P. Haerther Charitable Trust has generously funded a scholarship program for twenty scholars (five per level). In addition to receiving a financial award, scholars will be required to participate in events facilitated by the scholarship trustees each year. These include monthly meetings, a cultural field trip, service project, college visits, and other activities that will help them learn about and determine their college and career plans. Additional offerings include full financial support for ACT prep and access to a college mentoring program to provide one-on-one assistance in preparing for your college search, the college application process, and assistance in college scholarships, which begins in your sophomore year. There are robust career and strong networking components for scholars throughout all four years.
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- The applicant must have taken the entrance exam at Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School.
- Letter of Recommendation: Please have your principal or teacher write a letter of recommendation, it is to to be emailed directly from the teacher of principal to Mrs. Rourke at prourke@mothermcauley.org.
- The applicant must have a B average or above for their first semester of 8th grade. Students will be required to maintain a minimum cumulative G.P.A. of 3.0 at McAuley for the duration of the scholarship.
- No major disciplinary or attendance issues.
- Demonstrated financial need through submission of the online FAST application.
- Applicant must be focused on attending a four-year college or university.
- Applicant must show strong co-curricular involvement in clubs, fine arts, athletics and/or community service.
- Applicant must complete of an essay following the instructions below.
- Applicant must print out this signature sheet to be signed by her parent/guardian and her elementary school principal. This sheet can be scanned and uploaded to the application below.
Printable Signature Sheet - Selected candidates will be required to attend an interview with the scholarship committee as part of the selection process after school in March. You will be notified if you have made it to the interview round.
Essay Instructions
Please develop an essay incorporating the answers to the three questions below. The applicant must submit an essay using the prompt below. Essays must be no longer than 500 words. Please do not put your name or any identifying information in your essay. The essay is a very important component of the application, and will be evaluated on content, spelling, grammar, and sentence structure. Be sure to proofread your essay! You will be able to copy and paste or type your essay response into the text box below.
Essay Prompt:
(1) Mother McAuley strives to graduate intelligent, articulate, service-driven, active, and compassionate young women. Describe how your current academic performance and extracurricular participation currently aids or will aid in your development of each of these characteristics.
(2) In thinking of these traits, what are your goals as you become a student at Mother McAuley? How will your high school experiences and a Mother McAuley education enhance your future success?
(3) Leadership can be exhibited in varying degrees - there are quiet leaders, assertive leaders, those who lead by example, some who take on large projects, and others who perform small but helpful acts of service. How would you describe your leadership style and what types of activities or examples can you provide that highlight this particular type of leadership?
Apply below for the Daniel P. Haerther Charitable Trust Scholarship between December 2 - January 12
Denise Sullivan Huguelet '72 Spirit of Service Scholarship
$1,000 non-renewable
This scholarship is awarded to one (1) member of the incoming class.
This scholarship is in memory of Denise Sullivan Huguelet '72; a special education teacher for more than 30 years, a mother to five, grandmother to eleven, and friend to all that met her. Her son Mike shared, "We traditionally think of accomplishments as titles and awards and bank account amounts...She didn't look at accomplishments as, 'I want to obtain this position' or 'I need to get this thing to validate my skill set.' She just served. I think the accomplishments that I'm proud of her for and that she'd be most proud of are the individual student successes...Those were the accomplishments that she would be proud of. In the small moments, she could make somebody feel better and do something that they didn't think they could do."
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- The applicant must have taken the entrance exam at Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School.
- The applicant must agree to have a 2.5 G.P.A. or higher as a student at Mother McAuley, starting in the fall of their freshman year.
- The applicant must submit an essay using the prompt below. Essays must be no longer than 500 words. Please do not put your name, any of your relative’s names, or any other identifying information in your essay. You will be able to copy and paste or type your essay response into the text box below.
Essay Prompt: Like Denise, how have you shared your spirit with others? How do you plan to ignite the spirit of others while serving the Mother McAuley community?
Apply below for the Denise Sullivan Huguelet '72 Spirit of Service Scholarship between December 2 - January 12
Friendship Memorial Scholarship
$1,000 non-renewable
This scholarship is awarded to one (1) member of the incoming class.
The Friendship Memorial Scholarship was established in loving memory of Patricia Dalton Dart '82 and Barbara Cherry Marzano '83; best friends who battled cancer yet remained supportive, kind, and loving to all. The scholarship will provide an annual scholarship of $1,000 for students whose families are battling cancer and entering their freshmen year of Mother McAuley High School.
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- The applicant must have taken the entrance exam at Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School.
- The applicant must agree to have a 2.5 G.P.A. or higher as a student at Mother McAuley, starting in the fall of their freshman year.
- The applicant’s family must have completed the online FAST financial aid application.
- Family member who is currently battling cancer.
- The applicant must submit an essay using the prompt below. Essays must be no longer than 500 words. Please do not put your name, any of your relative’s names, or any other identifying information in your essay. You will be able to copy and paste or type your essay response into the text box below.
Essay Prompt: Please describe the importance of friendship, family, and faith in your life and education.
Apply below for the Friendship Memorial Scholarship between December 2 - January 12
Helen and Dick Carey Scholarship
$1,000 renewable
This scholarship is awarded to a daughter, granddaughter, niece or sister of a McAuley alumna.
The Helen and Dick Carey Scholarship was established by a Mother McAuley alumna in honor of her parents. The applicant must be a legacy student whose mother, grandmother(s), and/or aunt(s) graduated from McAuley Liberal Arts High School. This scholarship will provide $1,000 in tuition assistance to one (1) member of the class of 2027, and is renewable throughout her four years provided she maintains a G.P.A. of 2.5 or higher.
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- The applicant must have taken the entrance exam at Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School.
- The applicant must be the daughter, granddaughter, niece, or sister of a Mother McAuley alumna or a St. Xavier Academy (not college or university) alumna.
- The applicant must agree to have a 2.5 G.P.A. or higher as a student at Mother McAuley, starting in the fall of their freshman year.
- The applicant’s family must have completed the 2023 - 2024 online FAST financial aid application.
- The applicant must submit an essay using the prompt below. Essays must be no longer than 500 words. Please do not put your name, any of your relative’s names, or any other identifying information in your essay. You will be able to copy and paste or type your essay response into the text box below.
Essay Prompt: How will you commit/dedicate yourself to your McAuley education knowing that education is power?
Apply below for the Helen and Dick Carey Scholarship between December 2 - January 12
Hometown Heroes Scholarship
$1,000 non-renewable
Ten (10) $1,000 non-renewable tuition scholarship will be awarded to members of the incoming freshman class in honor of their parent’s dedication to serving and protecting their community as a member of the police or fire department.
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- The applicant must have taken the entrance exam at Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School.
- At least one parent of the applicant must be an active member of any local municipality’s police or fire department.
- The applicant must submit an essay using the prompt below. Essays must be no longer than 300 words. Please do not put your name or any identifying information in your essay. You will be able to copy and paste or type your essay response into the text box below.
Essay Prompt: Please describe why you believe that your parent is a hero.
Apply below for the Hometown Heroes Scholarship between December 2 - January 12
Kathleen Walsh Scholarship
$1,000 non-renewable
This scholarship is awarded to one (1) member of the incoming class who is a graduate of Most Holy Redeemer.
Kathy met life long friends at Holy Redeemer and continued their friendship through Mother McAuley and life. Kathy had wonderful school experiences and never missed a day at Most Holy Redeemer and Mother McAuley.
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Must be a graduate from Most Holy Redeemer School.
- Must be an incoming freshman.
- Must have taken the Entrance Exam at Mother McAuley.
- The applicant must submit an essay using the prompt below. Essays must be no longer that 500 words. Please do not put your name, any of your relative's names, or any other identifying information in your essay.
Essay Prompt: How did Most Holy Redeemer prepare you for managing your time and priorities for your future?
Apply below for the Kathleen Walsh Scholarship between December 2 - January 12
Magee Family Scholarship
$2,000 non-renewable
The Magee Family Scholarship was established by Terry Magee Jaspers '70 and Greg Jaspers to recognize two (2) deserving students who are current 8th graders at St. Christina School, a member of St. Christina Parish and/or a resident of Merrionette Park.
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- The applicant must have taken the entrance exam at Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School.
- The applicant must be a graduate of St. Christina School, a member of St. Christina Parish, and/or a resident of Merrionette Park.
- The applicant must submit an essay using the prompt below. Essays must be no longer than 500 words. Please do not put your name or any identifying information in your essay. You will be able to copy and paste or type your essay response into the text box below.
Essay Prompt: Explain what a McAuley education means to you and how it will make a difference to you now and in the future.
Apply below for the Magee Family Scholarship between December 2 - January 12
Marie C. Bromark Memorial Scholarship
$1,000 renewable
This scholarship was established by Mr. Raymond Bromark, Sr. Lois Bromark, SSJ, TOSF, former Vice Principal of Mother McAuley High School, and family in loving memory of their mother. The award is a $1,000 tuition scholarship. The scholarship will be renewable for up to four years, provided the recipient remains in good standing both academically and behaviorally.
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- The applicant must be a member of the freshman class.
- The student's family must demonstrate financial need as determined by the submission of the FAST application.
- The student must be from a single parent family.
- The applicant must submit an essay using the prompt below. Essays must be between 300-500 words, and must be typed. Please do not put your name or any identifying information on your essay.
Essay Prompt: What will a McAuley education mean to me?
Apply below for the Marie C. Bromark Memorial Scholarship between December 2 - January 12
Mary Kean Coffey "Pay it Forward" Scholarship
Equal to one-half tuition, renewable
Awarded to six (6) Black freshmen with proven leadership skills through their participation in their community and service to others.
This scholarship was established by an anonymous donor to honor an alumna of Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School who dedicated her life to education, to giving back to society, and to “paying it forward.” The scholarship will recognize students who are leaders that fully participate in the concept of “paying it forward” by using their gifts and talents as students, mentors, and active alumnae, supporting both current and future Mother McAuley students. Six (6) scholarships will be awarded to members of the incoming class. The award amount is set at fifty percent (50%) of the annual tuition. The scholarship will be renewable for up to four years, provided the recipient remains in good standing both academically and behaviorally.
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- The applicant must be a Black incoming freshmen and must have taken the entrance exam at Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School.
- Letter of Recommendation: Please have your principal or teacher write a letter of recommendation, it is to to be emailed directly to Mrs. Rourke from the principal or teacher to prourke@mothermcauley.org.
- The recipient selected must have paid the required deposit and registered at Mother McAuley by the designated registration day.
- The applicant’s family must have demonstrated financial need as determined by the submission of the online FAST financial aid application.
- The applicant must submit an essay using the prompt below. Essays must be no longer than 500 words. Please do not put your name or any identifying information in your essay. You will be able to copy and paste or type your essay response into the text box below.
Essay Prompt: How will you "pay it forward" as both a student at Mother McAuley and ultimately as a McAuley alumna?
Apply below for the Mary Kean Coffey "Pay it Forward" Scholarship between December 2 - January 12
Monica Dunne Fudacz '75 Memorial Scholarship
$2,500 renewable
Monica Dunne Fudacz was a beloved member of the McAuley class of 1975, as well as a mother, wife, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend to many. One scholarship was established in her memory, and will be awarded to a student from Beverly, Evergreen Park, Morgan Park or Mt. Greenwood who shows the same qualities Monica possessed: a hard work ethic, an interest in Science, strong family values, creativity and wonder, a generous spirit, compassion, the ability to listen, curiosity, devotion to community, a sense of citizenship, love of nature, and sense of fun! You can learn more about Monica in this article written by her brother-in-law. This $2,500 scholarship is renewable throughout the recipient’s four years at Mother McAuley.
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- The applicant must be a freshman, and a resident of Beverly, Evergreen Park, Morgan Park or Mt. Greenwood.
- The applicant must maintain at least a 2.5 GPA throughout her time at Mother McAuley.
- The applicant must submit an essay using the prompt below. Essays must be no longer than 500 words, and must be typed. Please do not put your name or any identifying information on your essay.
Essay Prompt: How have you shared your generous spirit with others in your community, your school, and your family?
Apply below for the Monica Dunne Fudacz '75 Memorial Scholarship between December 2 - January 12
Reidy/Ori Family Scholarship
$1,000 renewable
This scholarship was created through the generosity of M. Bridget Reidy and Louis Ori in recognition of the wonderful education the Reidy and Ori women received from Mother McAuley. This scholarship will be awarded to one (1) member of the incoming freshman class.
The applicant must meet the following criteria:
- The applicant must have taken the test at Mother McAuley
- The applicant must have a strong desire to attend Mother McAuley and a demonstrated commitment to being involved in the Mother McAuley community!
- The applicant must submit an essay using the prompt below. Essays must be no longer than 500 words. Please do not put your name or any identifying information in your essay. You will be able to copy and paste or type your essay response into the text box below.
Essay Prompt: Why is Mother McAuley your first choice for high school?
Apply below for the Reidy/Ori Family Scholarship between December 2 - January 12
Sister Ellen Marie Ryan, RSM Music Scholarship
$1,000 nonrenewable
This $1,000 scholarship is awarded to incoming freshmen with past music experience and a desire to participate in music at McAuley.
The Sister Ellen Marie Ryan, RSM Music Scholarship was established by Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School in 2012, in recognition of Sister Ellen Marie’s dedicated service to Mother McAuley as a member of the music faculty for over thirty years. This non-renewable scholarship will provide tuition assistance in the amount of $1000 to five (5) members of the incoming class.
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- The applicant must have taken the entrance exam at Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School.
- The applicant must have previous music experience in her grade school and/or church and plan to continue her music education at McAuley.
- The applicant’s family must have demonstrated financial need as determined by the submission of the online FAST financial aid application.
- The applicant must submit an essay using the prompt below. Essays must be no longer than 200 -250 words. Please do not put your name or any identifying information in your essay. You will be able to copy and paste or type your essay response into the text box below.
Essay Prompt: Please describe your music experience (vocal or instrumental) in your school and/or church. How do you plan to continue your music education at Mother McAuley?
Apply below for the Sister Ellen Marie Ryan, RSM Music Scholarship between December 2 - January 12
Tradition of Excellence Scholarship
$1,000 non-renewable
This $1,000 scholarship is available to incoming freshmen who are daughters, grand-daughters or nieces of Mother McAuley or St. Xavier Academy alumnae.
The Tradition of Excellence Scholarship was started by Mother McAuley alumnae to assist legacy students – young women whose mother, grandmother(s), and/or aunt(s) graduated from McAuley Liberal Arts High School or whose grandmother(s) and/or great-grandmother(s) graduated from McAuley’s predecessor, St. Xavier Academy (Not college or university. St. Xavier Academy relocated from 49th and Cottage Grove to our current location on 99th Street in 1956, changing the name to Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School). This non-renewable scholarship will provide $1,000 in tuition assistance to members of the incoming class.
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- The applicant must have taken the entrance exam at Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School.
- The applicant be the daughter, granddaughter, great-granddaughter, or niece of a Mother McAuley alumna or a St. Xavier Academy (not college or university) alumna.
- The applicant must submit an essay using the prompt below. Essays must be no longer than 500 words. Please do not put your name or any identifying information in your essay. You will be able to copy and paste or type your essay response into the text box below.
Essay Prompt: As a future McAuley student, how will you carry on the Mother McAuley tradition of excellence in your school and community during your four years at McAuley and beyond?
Apply below for the Tradition of Excellence Scholarship between December 2 - January 12
Financial Assistance
Financial Assistance through Mother McAuley
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I apply for financial aid?
- What is Mother McAuley's philosophy regarding financial aid?
- What is "demonstrated need?"
- Does Mother McAuley offer scholarships?
- Should we apply?
- What was the average amount of financial aid awarded last year?
- What other factors might determine my financial aid award?
- What effect does a financial aid application have on my child's admission application?
- When will I receive a decision regarding my financial aid award?
- Do I have to apply for financial aid each year?
- Who has access to my financial information?
How do I apply for financial aid?
To apply for financial aid, complete the FAST online application. After completing the online application, you will be required to scan or mail supporting tax information directly to FAST.
The application should take approximately 30–45 minutes to complete the application once you have gathered your information. Below is a list of documentation you will need, if applicable.
Tax forms typically required
- W-2 Wage and Tax statements
- Most recent Federal 1040
- Copies of all supporting tax schedules
- Schedule A—Itemized Deductions
- Business–Schedule C or C-EZ (Form 1040)
- Farm–Schedule F (Form 1040)
- Rental Property–Schedule E (Form 1040)
- LLC–Schedule E, Form 1120S, and Schedule K-1
- S Corporation–Schedule E, Form 1120S, and Schedule K-1
- Partnership–Schedule E, Form 1120S, and Schedule K-1 • Trusts–Schedule K-1
- State Taxes
Additional documentation that may be requested
- Year-end statement from your mortgage holder
- Bank statements
- Brokerage statements
- Insurance costs for home, life, auto, and health
- Utility information
- Medical records and expenses
- Retirement account information
View a downloadable User Guide for the online FAST application
What is Mother McAuley's philosophy regarding financial aid?
What is "demonstrated need?"
A "demonstrated need" is defined as the difference between the total amount a family can be expected to contribute based on their financial situation, and the cost of tuition. All families attending Mother McAuley are expected to contribute something toward their child’s education. Mother McAuley uses FAST (Financial Aid for School Tuition) as a tool to determine need.
Does Mother McAuley offer scholarships?
Should we apply?
What was the average amount of financial aid awarded last year?
What other factors might determine my financial aid award?
Factors that might influence the amount of financial aid awarded include household income, assets, household size, and the number of dependents in tuition charging schools. The FAST application also allows families to submit information about any extenuating family circumstances that should be considered in evaluating their application.
What effect does a financial aid application have on my child's admission application?
When will I receive a decision regarding my financial aid award?
Your financial aid package will be made available after your child takes the Entrance Exam at Mother McAuley and is formally accepted, but prior to the registration process. You must complete the FAST application prior to December 18, 2023 for this notification. Financial aid award letters will be mailed in February.
Do I have to apply for financial aid each year?
Who has access to my financial information?
70% of applicants qualified for a tuition assistance award for the 2023-24 school year
$1,700 was the average amount of financial aid awarded this year
Outside Assistance Organizations
Outside Assistance Organizations
- Daniel Murphy Scholarship Foundation
- Highsight Scholars
- HSF Chicago Scholars
- Link Unlimited
- Madonna Foundation
Daniel Murphy Scholarship Foundation
The mission of the Daniel Murphy Scholarship Fund is to give high school scholarship assistance and educational support to Chicago students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. DMSF seeks to make a life-altering difference in the lives of its Scholars by providing them with the best opportunity to succeed in high school and college.
DMSF works to ensure that financial constraints do not hinder a young person’s ability to obtain a quality education. DMSF seeks to create three-way partnerships between college preparatory high schools, the families of bright but economically disadvantaged young people from Chicago, and DMSF. Through these partnerships, young people who traditionally have very little choice in matters of education receive the opportunity to attend a high performing high school, participate in extracurricular activities, benefit from honors and accelerated high school classes, and take advantage of DMSF’s educational support services and programs.
By giving these Scholars the opportunity to attend college preparatory high schools, DMSF is making a difference in the lives of deserving young men and women, their families and their communities.
Highsight Scholars
HighSight's mission is to provide academic and social support to Chicago high school students.
HighSight provides scholarships, tutoring, mentoring, leadership development and college readiness programs to enable its students to attend and succeed at the private high school of their choice.
Class of 2028 applications will be available February 2024. The deadline is March 29, 2024.
HSF Chicago Scholars
HFS Chicago Scholars helps economically disadvantaged Chicago high school students flourish in and out of the classroom by providing educational enrichment through our lifelong mentoring, college readiness and academic excellence programs, as well as providing financial assistance to attend top Chicago-area schools.
Link Unlimited
Since 1966, LINK unlimited Scholars has been Chicago’s highest-performing and most experienced African American high school mentoring and scholarship program, bringing together the comprehensive resources required to shape motivated African American youth from underserved neighborhoods into academic achievers and life-long community leaders. The organization’s approach rests on a rigorous support system built to hone the academic and interpersonal skills necessary for admission to top-tier universities, and ultimately, college graduation and a lifetime of success. LINK integrates mentoring relationships to foster academic success, personal development, and interracial understanding and harmony.
Our strategic goal is to support students who show great promise for developing personal leadership, achievement, and ultimately, success – both in and out of the classroom. This philosophy is reflected in our programming, our staff, and the families we serve. Our goal at LINK Unlimited is to provide every opportunity that will afford the scholars we serve a concrete blueprint by which they can confidently and successfully change the trajectory of their lives.
Madonna Foundation
Mother McAuley is proud to partner with the Madonna Foundation, an organization that supports young women who plan to attend an all-girls high school. Members of the class of 2026 are encouraged to apply for a renewable scholarship offered by the foundation.
Applications will be available February 1 - March 15, 2024.
FINANCIAL AID & SCHOLARSHIP HIGHLIGHT
McAuley offers more opportunities for scholarships than any other Catholic high school!