In 2009, over 3,700 need-based scholarships were granted to students.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where do I get an application?
A: Copies of the application are available at every Catholic School in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. You can also print out an application here (click here for a Spanish application).
Q: What is the deadline for applications?
A: All applications must be postmarked by April 16, 2012. Applications received after the deadline will be returned unprocessed.
Q: When will I hear about the award decision?
A: Award decisions are communicated to applicants in late June and early July of each year.
Q: Is my child eligible for a BLOCS Scholarship?
A: All students attending Catholic Schools in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia are eligible for BLOCS Scholarships, provided your family meets the EITC income guidelines set by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Scholarships are awarded without regard to race, gender, national origin or religion.
Q: What are the income guidelines set by the Commonwealth?
Families are eligible to receive scholarships provided they meet the maximum income requirements set by the state. For the 2012-2013 school year, families with one dependent may make up to $72,000. You may make add $12,000 in income for each additional dependent.
Q: My child's school is scheduled to close / merge. What should I do?
A: The Archdiocese of Philadelphia recently announced that a number of schools may be closed or merged for the upcoming school year but, as of the time of the printing of our scholarship applications, those changes have not been finalized.
For the purposes of this year's BLOCS Scholarship Application, please list the school that your student would like to attend next year, even if it is scheduled to close / merge. For example, if your child is currently attending an elementary school that is scheduled to merge this coming year, but he/she would like to continue attending the elementary school if it stays open, please list that school.
Scholarships awarded to students at closing / merging schools will follow the student to his / her new school, provided that the school is a Catholic School in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia..
Q: Where do I mail my completed application packet?
A: Please mail your completed packet directly to Private School Aid Service, the third-party processor for BLOCS' scholarship applications. Applications should be sent to: PSAS-BLOCS APPLICATION, P.O. Box 89434, Cleveland, OH 44101-6434.
Q: I have a question about my application. Who should I call?
A: Private School Aid Service (PSAS) is the official third-party application processor for BLOCS. You may call them directly at 440-892-4272 with questions about your application.
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