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Scholarships

The following scholarships are made possible by donations to Assumption High School. These scholarships are awarded annually to AHS students for their leadership and exemplary abilities and talents. For information on how you can make a tribute gift to one of the following scholarships or establish an endowed fund in honor of your family or someone who has made an impact on your life, please contact the Advancement Office at (502) 458-6258.

View the 2007-2008 Scholarship winners.

Tuition information

Available Scholarships

McAuley Scholars

Freshman/Entrance Placement Exam Top Scorers

For students taking the High School Entrance/Placement Exam at Assumption, scholarships for the freshman year are awarded to the top six scorers in the following order:

First Place $2,000
Second Place $1,000
Third Place $750
Fourth Place $500
Fifth Place $500
Sixth Place $500

Angela's Gift

This scholarship was established in memory of Angela BecVar to award $500 to a freshman who has been diagnosed with a learning difference and is a participant in the post secondary planning program at Assumption.
Deadline: Monday, March 31, 2008
Download Application for Angela's Gift [PDF]

Laura Lynn Abell Memorial Scholarship

This $1,000 tuition grant is given in memory of Laura Abell and is awarded to a current junior for her senior year who has...
- excelled academically to the best of her abilities
- demonstrated care and concern for others through extracurricular activities
- the ability to clearly express what she would like to achieve through a career choice
- organization and leadership skills
- significant involvement in school-related activities
Deadline: Monday, March 31, 2008
Download Application [PDF]

The Paulette and Jerry Adams Scholarship for Excellence in Learning

This $500 scholarship was established by Dr. Paulette Freeman Adams ’60, a former member of the Board of Directors at Assumption High School, and her husband, Jerry, for a freshman or sophomore student who meets the following criteria:
- Must qualify for financial aid
- Maintain 2.75 GPA or above
- Be involved in school-related activities
- Demonstrate academic achievement
- Demonstrate leadership in community service or extracurricular activities
Deadline: Monday, March 31, 2008
Download Application [PDF]
This application requires the student to qualify for financial aid. More information on applying for financial aid.

Break the Cycle

This scholarship was established by The Mary Byron Foundation in memory of Mary Byron, a 1991 Assumption graduate and victim of domestic violence.
This three-year $2,000 per year scholarship is a tuition grant for students who maintain a 3.50 GPA and wish to undertake a leadership opportunity among their peers and in the community relating to domestic violence. This scholarship will be awarded annually to a sophomore, junior, and senior, and may be renewed as long as the student attends Assumption and meets the requirements as outlined on the downloadable file below. Recipients of this scholarship will be required to attend a one-day orientation/workshop each summer that they apply or renew.
Deadline: Monday, March 31, 2008
Original Press Release
Download:
- Scholarship description [PDF]
- Scholarship requirements [PDF]
- Scholarship application [PDF]

Gina Marie Clark Memorial Scholarship

This $500 scholarship was begun by the Assumption Class of 1986 in memory of Gina Marie Clark to be awarded to a current junior who...
- excels academically to the best of her ability
- includes fitness of mind and body as part of her daily routine
- is career goal oriented
- enjoys helping others in the community
- has qualified for financial aid for her senior year
Deadline: Monday, March 31, 2008
Download Application [PDF]
This application requires the student to qualify for financial aid. More information on applying for financial aid.

M.J.'s Memorial Scholarship

TThis scholarship was established by Arthur P. and Ronda Hipwell in memory Art�s sister, Mary Jane Hipwell, and in honor of the leadership of the first Assumption President, Mary Lee McCoy. Mr. Hipwell is a member of Assumption High School�s Board of Directors and a long time supporter of Catholic education. This scholarship will be awarded to an incoming freshman who applies and qualifies for financial assistance.
A $2,000 scholarship is awarded annually to a rising freshman whose family applies and qualifies for financial assistance and the student:

Maintains a 2.5 GPA
Demonstrates leadership in the classroom or in the community
Completes a typed essay
Provides two written references

Deadline: Monday, March 31, 2008
Download Application [PDF]
This application requires the student to qualify for financial aid. More information on applying for financial aid.

Guardian Angel Scholarship

This scholarship was designated to provide a tuition grant for students who adhere to Christian values, have a strong desire to obtain a Catholic secondary education and qualify for financial assistance. This scholarship varies in amount and is sponsored by several anonymous benefactors.
All inquiries related to this scholarship should be directed to Elaine Salvo
Deadline: Monday, March 31, 2008
Download Application [PDF]

Amy Mangino Memorial Scholarship

The family and friends of Amy Mangino, a 1999 graduate, established this memorial scholarship of $500 for a current junior who:
1. Excels academically to the best of her ability
2. Plans on pursuing a college degree
3. Is actively involved in volunteer service both in school and in her community
Deadline: Monday, March 31, 2008
Download Application [PDF]

Ava Meagher Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship in an amount up to $2,500 is awarded annually to a current sophomore who meets the following criteria:
1. Must qualify for financial assistance
2. Maintain a 2.75 G.P.A.
3. Completed the sophomore ACTS program
4. Currently be involved in at least one Assumption sport
5. Demonstrate enthusiasm and leadership in the school community
Deadline: Monday, March 31, 2008
Download Application [PDF]
This application requires the student to qualify for financial aid. More information on applying for financial aid.

Martha Ann Nord Memorial Scholarship

The family of Martha Nord, a teacher at Assumption High School for eight years, established this $2,000 memorial scholarship for a current junior.
Applicants must be nominated by an administrator, teacher, or staff member to be considered for this scholarship. Nomination forms are made available in March. If you are interested in applying, please ask your homeroom teacher, guidance counselor, or another faculty or staff member to nominate you.

Stephanie Pulford Memorial Scholarship

Donald and Elizabeth Pulford endowed this $1,000 scholarship in loving memory of their daughter, Stephanie, a 1993 graduate. This scholarship is awarded to a junior who meets the following criteria:
- works to her fullest potential academically;
- qualifies for financial assistance for her senior year;
- plans on pursuing a college career.
Deadline: Monday, March 31, 2008
Download Application [PDF]
This application requires the student to qualify for financial aid. More information on applying for financial aid.

Rocket Parent Network Scholarship

This scholarship was established to provide a tuition grant for a junior Peer Leader who is the daughter of an active parent in the Rocket Parent Network.
Deadline: Monday, March 31, 2008
Download Application [PDF]

The Harriet Hamilton Thompson Memorial Scholarship

Tim and Barbara Thompson established two $500 scholarships in memory of Harriet Hamilton Thompson, mother of Anne-Hamilton Thompson, a 2003 Assumption High School graduate. These two scholarships are awarded to two current juniors who meet the following criteria:
- Works to her fullest potential academically
- Qualifies for financial aid for her senior year
- Demonstrates care and concern for others
- Is involved in school-related activities
- Shows support for fellow classmates in the classroom, clubs and sport activities
Deadline: Monday, March 31, 2008
Download Application [PDF]
This application requires the student to qualify for financial aid. More information on applying for financial aid.

The Mary Varga Life of Courage Award

This $500 scholarship is given in honor of Mary Varga Daugherty a 1977 graduate of Assumption High School who leads an inspirational life in spite of a brain injury that she sustained after a car accident in 1995. The scholarship for tuition will be given to a sophomore or junior who is nominated by a student, faculty/staff member, or administrator. Nominees must demonstrate courage and strength of character in spite of current or past adversity whether by reason of health, disability, family circumstance or otherwise. The ideal candidate will have a positive outlook, sense of humor, and be an inspiration to her classmates and others.
Deadline: Monday, March 31, 2008
Download Application [PDF]

Jennifer Zimlich Memorial Scholarship

John and Sherri Zimlich created this fund in memory of their daughter, Jennifer to provide a grant for a senior who excels in visual arts or photography.
Deadline: Saturday, March 15, 2008
Information and an application for this scholarship is available on the Community Foundation of Louisville website

Alumnae Association Spirit Scholarship

The Assumption High School Alumnae Association has established a $750 scholarship to recognize a current junior who demonstrates class leadership, school spirit, and devotion to the community of Assumption.
Deadline: Monday, March 31, 2008
Download Application [PDF]


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These scholarships are awarded annually to AHS students for their leadership and exemplary abilities and talents. For information on how you can make a tribute gift to one of the following scholarships or establish an endowed fund in honor of your family or someone who has made an impact on your life, please contact the Advancement Office at (502) 458-6258. View the 2007-2008 Scholarship winners. Tuition information Available Scholarships McAuley Scholars Freshman/Entrance Placement Exam Top Scorers For students taking the High School Entrance/Placement Exam at Assumption, scholarships for the freshman year are awarded to the top six scorers in the following order: First Place $2,000 Second Place $1,000 Third Place $750 Fourth Place $500 Fifth Place $500 Sixth Place $500 Angela's Gift This scholarship was established in memory of Angela BecVar to award $500 to a freshman who has been diagnosed with a learning difference and is a participant in the post secondary planning program at Assumption. Deadline: Monday, March 31, 2008 Download Application for Angela's Gift [PDF] Laura Lynn Abell Memorial Scholarship This $1,000 tuition grant is given in memory of Laura Abell and is awarded to a current junior for her senior year who has... excelled academically to the best of her abilities demonstrated care and concern for others through extracurricular activities the ability to clearly express what she would like to achieve through a career choice organization and leadership skills significant involvement in school-related activities Deadline: Monday, March 31, 2008 Download Application [PDF] The Paulette and Jerry Adams Scholarship for Excellence in Learning This $500 scholarship was established by Dr. Paulette Freeman Adams ’60, a former member of the Board of Directors at Assumption High School, and her husband, Jerry, for a freshman or sophomore student who meets the following criteria: Must qualify for financial aid Maintain 2.75 GPA or above Be involved in school-related activities Demonstrate academic achievement Demonstrate leadership in community service or extracurricular activities Deadline: Monday, March 31, 2008 Download Application [PDF] This application requires the student to qualify for financial aid. More information on applying for financial aid. Break the Cycle This scholarship was established by The Mary Byron Foundation in memory of Mary Byron, a 1991 Assumption graduate and victim of domestic violence. This three-year $2,000 per year scholarship is a tuition grant for students who maintain a 3.50 GPA and wish to undertake a leadership opportunity among their peers and in the community relating to domestic violence. This scholarship will be awarded annually to a sophomore, junior, and senior, and may be renewed as long as the student attends Assumption and meets the requirements as outlined on the downloadable file below. Recipients of this scholarship will be required to attend a one-day orientation/workshop each summer that they apply or renew. Deadline: Monday, March 31, 2008 Original Press Release Download: Scholarship description [PDF] Scholarship requirements [PDF] Scholarship application [PDF] Gina Marie Clark Memorial Scholarship This $500 scholarship was begun by the Assumption Class of 1986 in memory of Gina Marie Clark to be awarded to a current junior who... excels academically to the best of her ability includes fitness of mind and body as part of her daily routine is career goal oriented enjoys helping others in the community has qualified for financial aid for her senior year Deadline: Monday, March 31, 2008 Download Application [PDF] This application requires the student to qualify for financial aid. More information on applying for financial aid. M.J.'s Memorial Scholarship TThis scholarship was established by Arthur P. and Ronda Hipwell in memory Art�s sister, Mary Jane Hipwell, and in honor of the leadership of the first Assumption President, Mary Lee McCoy. Mr. Hipwell is a member of Assumption High School�s Board of Directors and a long time supporter of Catholic education. This scholarship will be awarded to an incoming freshman who applies and qualifies for financial assistance. A $2,000 scholarship is awarded annually to a rising freshman whose family applies and qualifies for financial assistance and the student: Maintains a 2.5 GPA Demonstrates leadership in the classroom or in the community Completes a typed essay Provides two written references Deadline: Monday, March 31, 2008 Download Application [PDF] This application requires the student to qualify for financial aid. More information on applying for financial aid. Guardian Angel Scholarship This scholarship was designated to provide a tuition grant for students who adhere to Christian values, have a strong desire to obtain a Catholic secondary education and qualify for financial assistance. This scholarship varies in amount and is sponsored by several anonymous benefactors. All inquiries related to this scholarship should be directed to Elaine Salvo Deadline: Monday, March 31, 2008 Download Application [PDF] Amy Mangino Memorial Scholarship The family and friends of Amy Mangino, a 1999 graduate, established this memorial scholarship of $500 for a current junior who: Excels academically to the best of her ability Plans on pursuing a college degree Is actively involved in volunteer service both in school and in her community Deadline: Monday, March 31, 2008 Download Application [PDF] Ava Meagher Memorial Scholarship This scholarship in an amount up to $2,500 is awarded annually to a current sophomore who meets the following criteria: Must qualify for financial assistance Maintain a 2.75 G.P.A. Completed the sophomore ACTS program Currently be involved in at least one Assumption sport Demonstrate enthusiasm and leadership in the school community Deadline: Monday, March 31, 2008 Download Application [PDF] This application requires the student to qualify for financial aid. More information on applying for financial aid. Martha Ann Nord Memorial Scholarship The family of Martha Nord, a teacher at Assumption High School for eight years, established this $2,000 memorial scholarship for a current junior. Applicants must be nominated by an administrator, teacher, or staff member to be considered for this scholarship. Nomination forms are made available in March. If you are interested in applying, please ask your homeroom teacher, guidance counselor, or another faculty or staff member to nominate you. Stephanie Pulford Memorial Scholarship Donald and Elizabeth Pulford endowed this $1,000 scholarship in loving memory of their daughter, Stephanie, a 1993 graduate. This scholarship is awarded to a junior who meets the following criteria: works to her fullest potential academically; qualifies for financial assistance for her senior year; plans on pursuing a college career. Deadline: Monday, March 31, 2008 Download Application [PDF] This application requires the student to qualify for financial aid. More information on applying for financial aid. Rocket Parent Network Scholarship This scholarship was established to provide a tuition grant for a junior Peer Leader who is the daughter of an active parent in the Rocket Parent Network. Deadline: Monday, March 31, 2008 Download Application [PDF] The Harriet Hamilton Thompson Memorial Scholarship Tim and Barbara Thompson established two $500 scholarships in memory of Harriet Hamilton Thompson, mother of Anne-Hamilton Thompson, a 2003 Assumption High School graduate. These two scholarships are awarded to two current juniors who meet the following criteria: Works to her fullest potential academically Qualifies for financial aid for her senior year Demonstrates care and concern for others Is involved in school-related activities Shows support for fellow classmates in the classroom, clubs and sport activities Deadline: Monday, March 31, 2008 Download Application [PDF] This application requires the student to qualify for financial aid. More information on applying for financial aid. The Mary Varga Life of Courage Award This $500 scholarship is given in honor of Mary Varga Daugherty a 1977 graduate of Assumption High School who leads an inspirational life in spite of a brain injury that she sustained after a car accident in 1995. The scholarship for tuition will be given to a sophomore or junior who is nominated by a student, faculty/staff member, or administrator. Nominees must demonstrate courage and strength of character in spite of current or past adversity whether by reason of health, disability, family circumstance or otherwise. The ideal candidate will have a positive outlook, sense of humor, and be an inspiration to her classmates and others. Deadline: Monday, March 31, 2008 Download Application [PDF] Jennifer Zimlich Memorial Scholarship John and Sherri Zimlich created this fund in memory of their daughter, Jennifer to provide a grant for a senior who excels in visual arts or photography. Deadline: Saturday, March 15, 2008 Information and an application for this scholarship is available on the Community Foundation of Louisville website Alumnae Association Spirit Scholarship The Assumption High School Alumnae Association has established a $750 scholarship to recognize a current junior who demonstrates class leadership, school spirit, and devotion to the community of Assumption. Deadline: Monday, March 31, 2008 Download Application [PDF]