Mikayla Sherman Scholarship

The Mikayla Sherman Scholarship (formerly the St. Francis Xavier Scholarship) is named in honor of Mikayla Sherman (X15). A true Saint. Her kindness and support of others will never be forgotten. May the recipient of this scholarship honor her legacy by living the life she lived, through the love of God and others. The Mikayla Sherman Scholarship offers full tuition for up to four years to a qualifying Xavier High School student. Students in grades 9th-11th may apply. 

NEW THIS YEAR: St. Matthew Elementary students (K-5th) and Regis students (6th-8th) may also apply.

In order to be eligible for consideration of the St. Francis Xavier Scholarship, students must meet the following criteria:

1. They are a practicing Christian. 
2. The combined household income must be less than $75,000 per year
3. They must have a letter of recommendation from two teachers or one teacher and one coach in order to apply for the scholarship.
4. Student must submit a written essay (300 words or less) on why they would like to attend Regis or Xavier (only applies to Regis Middle School and Xavier High School applicants).
5. They must have 3.0 or better GPA or grade equivalent (applicable for Regis and Xavier applicants only).
6. They must be in good standing within the community.

Once the scholarship is awarded, the student must maintain a 3.0 GPA and have no major disciplinary issues. At Xavier High School, this scholarship is awarded for full-tuition for four years (or the length of time at the school currently applying for.) For St. Matthew Elementary and Regis Middle School, this scholarship is awarded for one-year only. Applicants can reapply each year.

Questions About Admissions?
Any admissions-related questions can be directed to Jill Sires, (jill.sires@crxcs.org) XHS Admissions & College/Career Coordinator at or 319-739-7300 ext. 313 or visit the Admissions section of the website.