Scholarships
St. John’s Prep offers the Vallone Scholarship Exam, an opportunity for 8th-grade students to earn an academic scholarship for their high school education. This competitive exam allows students to qualify for full or partial four-year scholarships based on their performance on the exam, as well as their academic achievements in 7th and 8th grades. Preference for these scholarships is given to students who list St. John’s Prep as their first choice on the TACHS (Test for Admission into Catholic High Schools). Scholarships are only applicable toward enrollment at St. John’s Prep. The exam is designed to assess students’ skills in math and reading comprehension, similar to the TACHS and Specialized High School Exam.
Vallone Scholarship Exam Date: Saturday, December 6, 2025
Application Deadline: December 3, 2025 register online!
Registration Opens: Early September
Registration Opens: Early September
Scholarship recipients will be notified in their acceptance letters, which will be sent in January.
Named Scholarship
St. John's Prep is proud to offer a variety of Named Scholarships, which are awarded in honor of distinguished alumni who have made significant contributions to our community. These scholarships recognize outstanding students who embody the values and excellence that our school represents. To learn more about these scholarships and to apply, please visit our Named Scholarship tab on the admissions page.
St. John's Prep is proud to offer a variety of Named Scholarships, which are awarded in honor of distinguished alumni who have made significant contributions to our community. These scholarships recognize outstanding students who embody the values and excellence that our school represents. To learn more about these scholarships and to apply, please visit our Named Scholarship tab on the admissions page.
Scholarship Opportunities From Outside St. John's Prep
Columbus Citizens Foundation: Four-year scholarships are available to students entering their freshman year of high school. Criteria includes Italian ancestry, financial need, academic excellence and service. Please visit the Columbus Citizens Foundation website for more information.