Who can apply?
The SS. Peter & Paul Foundation considers completed applications for students (grades 8-11) planning to attend a Catholic high school , current high school seniors and current college students planning to attend an accredited college, community college or university full time next year.
Eligibility
To be considered for a scholarship, candidates must meet the following criteria:
Applications
We have a new, single application for use by all applicants. You may either download the PDF or the fillable PDF versions located in the left column of this page.
At this time, we do not accept online submissions.
Catholic High School Scholarships: You are encouraged to apply if you are a student entering 9-12 grade who will enroll in a local Catholic High School in the Fall of this year. (See "Scholarship Application" or "Scholarship Application Fillable PDF" links located in the left column of this page.)
First Time and Returning College Students: You are encouraged to apply if you are graduating from High School this year and enrolling in the Fall of this year. (See "Scholarship Application" or "Scholarship Application Fillable PDF" links located in the left column of this page.)
Completed Applications
Please return completed applications in a sealed envelope to the Parish Office located at 4450 Granite Drive, Rocklin between the hours of 9:00 AM - 12:00 noon and 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday.
Or you can mail your completed application to the following address:
SS Peter & Paul Church
Scholarship Committee
4450 Granite Drive
Rocklin, CA 95677
Update: Scholarship checks have been mailed to educational institutions as of 8/7/20.
Interviews
The Scholarship Committee reserves the option to conduct an interview. You will be contacted if necessary.
Award Notification
Applicants will be notified of the status of their application in May, 2020. Recipients will be asked to attend a special Mass (date to be determined) in the month of June, 2020.
Pay it Forward
SS. Peter & Paul Foundation asks for continued support from our award recipients. Recipients may be asked to speak on behalf of the Scholarship Committee and share updates of their own Catholic High School and/or college experience with our parish community.
Scholarship Payment Guidelines (College Applicants)
Checks will be mailed directly to the college. If you are approved to receive a scholarship, the recipient must provide the college name, address, and student ID number. If the recipient drops out of college, all unused funds will be returned to SS Peter & Paul. Funds are not transferable. If the recipient changes colleges after the check is mailed, they forfeit the scholarship. If the recipient is unsure of what college he/she will attend, a formal request by letter for an extension is required. If a student planning to enroll in, or is already enrolled in a Catholic University and is granted a scholarship and enrolls in a secular University instead, the Scholarship Committee will re-examine the award and the scholarship amount granted may be reduced or forfeited. It is the recipient’s responsibility to notify the Board Chair of any changes.
Proof of Catholic School Registration (High School Applicants)
A recipient will only receive his/her award upon receipt of documentation they have registered in a local Catholic High School for the Fall semester. Checks will be mailed directly to the school. If the recipient drops out of school, all unused funds will be returned to SS. Peter & Paul.
Confidentiality
The Scholarship Committee will look at many criteria in determining which applicants will be awarded a scholarship. Evaluation Criteria: Church/Parish activities; School, Community & Volunteer Activities; GPA and Financial Need.
To determine financial need, we have asked for very detailed, personal information. This information will not be discussed in any forum other than the determination of financial need for the scholarship. There will be no discussion of any personal information outside of the Scholarship Committee and no discussion beyond what is necessary to determine scholarship recipients and award amounts.
Questions
We look forward to receiving your application. Please contact us if you have any questions.