Catholic & Faith-Based Scholarships 2026–2027 — 23 Available

Catholic & Faith-Based scholarships for 2026–2027: SwiftScholarships lists 23 verified catholic & faith-based scholarships with direct application links. Browse awards by amount and deadline, and apply directly to each scholarship's official page.

Knights of Columbus Fourth Degree Pro Deo and Pro Patria Scholarship

Knights of Columbus Supreme Council | Deadline: 2026-04-15

Annual undergraduate scholarships awarded by the Knights of Columbus Supreme Council to support Catholic higher education. The program has expanded si

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$1,500

Knights of Columbus John W. McDevitt Scholarship

Knights of Columbus Supreme Council | Deadline: 2026-04-15

Endowed scholarship awarded annually by the Knights of Columbus Supreme Council. The number of scholarships and award amounts are determined by the ea

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Varies based on trust earnings

Fourth Degree Pro Deo and Pro Patria Scholarships

Knights of Columbus Supreme Council | Deadline: 2026-04-15

Annually awards scholarships renewable up to four years based on trust earnings for undergraduate study at Catholic institutions. Maximum $1,500 per y

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$1,500

John W. McDevitt Scholarships

Knights of Columbus Supreme Council | Deadline: 2026-04-15

Endowed undergraduate scholarships available alongside Pro Deo and Pro Patria for eligible Knights' families. Awarded based on trust earnings.

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$1,500

U.S. Undergraduate Scholarships (Pro Deo and Pro Patria, John W. McDevitt)

Knights of Columbus Supreme Council | Deadline: 2026-04-15

Awards scholarships to incoming freshmen at Catholic institutions for children and members of Knights of Columbus. Number of awards based on trust ear

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$1,500

Canadian Undergraduate Scholarships (Pro Deo and Pro Patria)

Knights of Columbus Supreme Council | Deadline: 2026-04-15

Supports incoming university freshmen affiliated with Knights of Columbus. Available to members and their children.

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Varies

John W. McDevitt (Fourth Degree) Scholarships

Knights of Columbus Supreme Council | Deadline: 2026-04-15

Established in tribute to former Supreme Knight John W. McDevitt. Provides annual undergraduate scholarships from dedicated fund earnings.

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$1,500

U.S. Undergraduate Scholarships

Knights of Columbus Supreme Council | Deadline: 2026-04-15

Includes Fourth Degree Pro Deo and Pro Patria, John W. McDevitt, and other endowed scholarships for Catholic college freshmen. Applications open March

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$1,500

Bettie Jo (BJ) Marchi Scholarship Fund

Knights of Columbus, Our Lady of Hope Council 12791 | Deadline: 2026-05-06

Provides annual grants of financial assistance to qualified candidates who have demonstrated superior academic achievement and valuable Christian serv

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$1,500

Bettie Jo (BJ) Marchi Scholarship Fund

Knights of Columbus Our Lady of Hope Council 12791 | Deadline: 2026-05-06

Provides financial assistance for superior academic achievement and Christian service to the community. Up to three grants awarded annually.

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$1,500

Knights of Columbus Francis P. Matthews and John E. Swift Educational Trust Scholarship

Knights of Columbus | Deadline: Within 2 years of death or disability determination

Specialized scholarship supporting children of members and first responders who died or were disabled in service. Applicants must provide death certif

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Amount not specified

Knights of Columbus Scholarship for Seminarians

Knights of Columbus | Deadline: Varies

Annual scholarships offered to support seminarians pursuing religious vocations at major seminaries. Applicants must meet ecclesiastical requirements

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Amount not specified

Bishop Charles P. Greco Graduate Fellowships

Knights of Columbus | Deadline: Varies

Graduate fellowships designed specifically for educators specializing in intellectual disability services. Eligibility extends to widows and children

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Amount not specified

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Knights of Columbus Scholarship

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton (SEAS) Knights of Columbus, Council 14690 | Deadline: Not specified

Scholarship awarded by SEAS Knights of Columbus Council 14690 to support continuing education for graduating high school seniors. Application availabl

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Amount not specified

K of C Stewardship Award

Knights of Columbus, Rev. Robert F. Houlihan, S.J., Council 10937, Pax Christi Catholic Church

Four-year renewable award of $1,000 per year ($4,000 total) paid directly to the school, emphasizing youth stewardship and community outreach. One awa

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$4,000

John F. Kennedy Council Tuition Assistance Scholarships

Knights of Columbus John F. Kennedy Council 5482

Awards competitive tuition assistance to Catholic students for the academic year. Supports educational pursuits through council funding.[6]

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Varies

Francis P. Matthews and John E. Swift Educational Trust Scholarship

Knights of Columbus

Provides scholarships to children of qualifying Knights members or public servants who died/disabled in service. Requires documentation like death cer

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Varies

St Wenceslaus Knights of Columbus High School Scholarship

Knights of Columbus, St Wenceslaus

Renewable annual award totaling $2,000 for qualified high school students advancing to higher education.

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$500

Francis P. Matthews and John E. Swift Educational Trust Scholarships

Knights of Columbus

Scholarships honoring service and sacrifice for children of eligible Knights members and public safety personnel.

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Varies

Francis P. Matthews and John E. Swift Educational Trust Scholarships

Knights of Columbus Supreme Council

Provides aid to children of fallen or disabled public servants affiliated with Knights of Columbus. Targeted support for higher education.

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Varies

St Wenceslaus Knights of Columbus High School Scholarship

St Wenceslaus Knights of Columbus

Renewable scholarship for high school students associated with St Wenceslaus, providing support over four years assuming qualifications are met.

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$500

St. Wenceslaus Knights of Columbus High School Scholarship

Knights of Columbus, St. Wenceslaus | Deadline: Not specified

Renewable scholarship providing $500 annually for four years to support high school education. Assumes ongoing qualifications are met.

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$500

Bishop Charles P. Greco Graduate Fellowships

Knights of Columbus Supreme Council | Deadline: Not specified

Assists graduate students in specialized education fields. Part of broader Knights scholarships for Catholic higher education.

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Varies

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