The premier high school
student success program.
Made possible by the Smet Foundation, Onward Scholars is a selective four-year enrichment program for exceptional high school students who excel academically, lead with purpose, and dream big.
We provide students with personalized support through scholarship, mentorship, and college access.
We empower scholars to reach their full potential and make a lasting impact in their communities and beyond.
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One hundred percent of our scholars go to college.
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Each scholar is given a $2,000 stipend to explore personal and career interests.
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Our program covers 75% of high school tuition.
In addition to financial support, the program offers the following:
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Mentorship
One-on-one mentoring support from an onsite Program Director at each OSP school.
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College Access
College application support as well as SAT and ACT courses.
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College Tours
Sponsored out-of-state college tours.
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Peer Support
Support from other highly motivated students including an ever-growing community of alumnae.
Interest in becoming an Onward Scholar?
Fill out our Interest Form today.
The Onward Scholars Program (OSP) is currently available at Cathedral High School, Sacred Heart, Salesian High School, St. Anthony High School, St. Mary’s Academy and St. Pius X - St. Matthias Academy.
Cathedral High School
Program Director: Mr. Jelani Muñoz Manning
Sacred Heart
Program Director: Ms. Liliana Funes
Salesian High School
Program Director: Mr. Edgar Alonso
St. Anthony High School
Program Director: Mr. Anthony Boulahoud
St. Mary’s Academy
Program Director: Mrs. Danielle Edwards
St. Pius X - St. Matthias Academy
Program Director: Mrs. Melissa Turcios Rodriguez