This is the most prestigious academic scholarship awarded to students in the 8th grade scoring a high national composite score on the High School Placement Test (HSPT). As a Carroll Scholar, you will not only receive an academic scholarship, but you will have the opportunity to take the most rigorous course offerings available through our Advanced Placement Capstone Program. When you successfully pass the requisite Advanced Placement courses throughout your four years at John Carroll, you will graduate with an additional AP Capstone distinction. This will help you to aspire to the best levels of higher education. This program is by invitation only; qualifying students will receive an invitation to apply in early January.

The Donald L. Sudbrink Scholarship was established in 1990 in honor of John Carroll’s former principal. This $1,200, four-year award ($300 each year) is given annually to the incoming student with the highest overall composite score on the HSPT Test. There is no application for this scholarship; all Freshman applicants are eligible for this award. The Scholarship recipient will be notified in mid-February.

The Donna Selway Memorial Scholarship was created in memory of longtime John Carroll French teacher, Donna Selway, by her family and friends. The $4,000, four-year scholarship ($1,000 each year) is given annually to an incoming Freshman who maintained an A or B average in middle school and will choose French for their language of study at John Carroll. Essays are due by April 1.

The Josh Hamer Memorial Scholarship was established at The John Carroll School to honor the lasting legacy of Joshua Hamer, and to assist young baseball players who wish to attend John Carroll. The Josh Hamer Memorial Scholarship is given to one incoming male baseball player who demonstrates academic excellence and a commitment to self. The Scholarship recognizes student/athletes who honor the principles of The John Carroll School and Patriots Baseball Program. The ideal candidate will show a dedicated and robust work ethic, demonstrate a high academic standard and seek to honor their community through compassion, faith, friendship and love.

Please note, applications closed in January 2024 and will re-open in later 2024.

The Maryland State Council of the Knights of Columbus is the sponsor of several high school scholarships for its members and for Catholic Students in general.

The Rev. Charles K. Riepe Scholar-Athlete Scholarship provides several scholarships each year to incoming freshmen, supplemental to the regular tuition assistance grants made by the school, to deserving scholar athletes. The Rev. Charles K. Riepe Scholar-Athlete Endowment Fund is named for the first President, second Principal, former Trustee and former Chaplain of The John Carroll School. It was funded by an endowed gift to the school in December 2006. Applicants must complete the FACTS Financial Aid Form by December 2024 to be eligible for the grant. The application deadline is January 1.

The Rollins-Luetkemeyer Foundation has generously presented The John Carroll School with an exciting gift-matching program to support scholarships exclusively for deserving families with a joint household income between $60,000 and $130,000 annually. Scholarships will be awarded to qualifying families by the School's Financial Aid Committee.

This Rollins-Luetkemeyer Foundation’s matching gift program presents an exceptional opportunity for The John Carroll School to make its transformative education accessible to a wider range of families in Harford County and beyond. By offering financial assistance to middle-class households, we can eliminate barriers that might otherwise prevent talented and motivated students from receiving the quality education they deserve.  

Over the next four years, the Foundation will gift the School $1 for every $2 contributed by the Patriot community, up to a total of $250,000. This initiative aligns with The John Carroll School’s mission and values, and we are confident that our community will rise to the challenge of supporting our students and unlocking this exciting match.

If you'd like to support this initiative, be sure to select or note “Rollins-Luetkemeyer Scholarship” in the giving form below.

The Scott Wrzesien Memorial Scholarship was established by Jordan Wrzesien to honor the memory of her father, Scott, who passed away from cancer. This scholarship will be granted to a John Carroll family directly affected by cancer, to assist with tuition and alleviate the stress during a difficult time. This scholarship will be applied against tuition for the awarded family.

Please note, applications closed in March 2024 and will re-open in early 2025.

The Knott Scholarship Funds have provided merit-based, full-tuition scholarships for academically talented Catholic elementary and secondary school students for 41 years. Awarded in either the 4th grade for middle school (grades 5 through 8) or 8th grade for high school (grades 9 through 12), scholarships are given to Catholic students in the Archdiocese of Baltimore who wish to attend a Catholic school. Applications are available beginning in January and due in March for awards for the following year. For more information, please visit www.knottscholar.org.

Knott College Scholarships are also available for the three Catholic universities in Maryland.  Please visit www.knottscholar.org for more information.

The Laura Pellegrini Memorial Scholarship was created in memory of former foreign language faculty member and past parent, Laura Pellegrini, by fellow faculty and friends. The $2,000, four-year scholarship ($500 each year) is given annually to an incoming Freshman who maintained an A or B average in middle school and will choose French for their language of study at John Carroll.