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Jack D. McWilliams, Sr. Scholarship

$1,000
1 winner$1,000
Open
Application Deadline
May 8, 2025
Winners Announced
Jun 9, 2025
Education Level
High School
Eligibility Requirements
Education Level:
High school student
Location:
Cincinnati, Ohio
GPA:
3.0 or higher

Jack D. McWilliams was a devout Catholic who devoted much of his time to giving back to the community.  

His ministries involved the teaching and training of lay leadership, overseeing summer programs for inner-city children, raising funds, writing grants, and assisting in facilitating housing development for low-income families. Jack led a life of charity, kindness, and selfless service and is missed by many.

This scholarship aims to pay tribute to Mr. Jack D. McWilliams Sr. for his dedicated work and services in the church and the surrounding community in which he lived. 

Any high school student in Cincinnati, Ohio may apply for this scholarship opportunity if they have at least a 3.0 GPA. Students at the following schools are eligible: Aiken, Clark Montessori, Gamble Montessori, Hughes, School of Creative and Performing Arts, Shroder Paideia, Taft, Walnut Hills, Western Hills, Withrow, Woodward, Princeton, Fairfield, Colerain, Northwest, Winton Woods, Dater, Roger Bacon, Seton, LaSalle, St. Xavier, Elder, and Archbishop Moeller high school.

To apply, submit an essay or video highlighting your strengths, experiences, interests, and goals.

Selection Criteria:
Ambition, Drive, Impact
Published November 2, 2024
Essay Topic

Highlight your strengths, experiences, interests, and goals.

0–600 words

FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is May 8, 2025. Winners will be announced on Jun 9, 2025.