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High School Merit Based Scholarship

The High School Merit Scholarship at Creekside Christian Academy is a limited and competitive award given to students who demonstrate excellence in three key areas: Academic Performance, Christian Discipleship, and Leadership and Service. The scholarship committee will consider applicants who display strength and consistency in all three categories. This scholarship is for half tuition and cannot be combined with other aid. 

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.75 (on a 4.0 scale)
• Consistent performance in core subjects: English, Math, Science, History, and Bible
• Evidence of responsibility, critical thinking, and a disciplined work ethic
  • • A clear personal testimony or witness of faith in Jesus Christ
    • Regular attendance and active participation in a Bible-believing church
    • A consistent devotional life, including prayer and Bible study
    • Demonstrates Christlike character and the fruit of the Spirit in daily behavior

• Serves as a positive, Christ-like role model among peers
• Regularly engages in service at school, church, or in the community
• Takes initiative to lead with integrity and compassion

Scholarship recipient Commitment

Merit Scholars are expected to lead by example, representing both their faith and their school with excellence.

Students awarded the Merit Scholarship agree to the following:

  • Serve as a spiritual influence and example among peers
    • Participate in school-led discipleship opportunities (e.g., chapel leadership, mentoring, Bible study groups)
    • Demonstrate integrity, humility, and initiative in academics and extracurriculars
    • Uphold the mission and values of Creekside Christian Academy in both attitude and action

Application Requirements

To be considered for the Merit Scholarship, high schoool students must submit the following:

  • 1. Two Recommendations
       – One academic reference from a current teacher or administrator
       – One spiritual reference from a pastor, youth leader, or mentor who can speak to the student’s discipleship

  • 2. Personal Essay
       – A 300–500 word essay on the topic:
  •     “How I Pursue Academic Excellence as Part of My Calling to Follow Christ.”

HOW TO APPLY

Send completed application documents to sthompson@creeksideacademy.org by July 15, 2025. 

Nondiscrimination Policy: Creekside Christian Academy admits students of any race, color, national, and ethnic origin and provides them equal access to all rights, privileges, programs, and activities at the school. The school does not discriminate based on race, color, national, or ethnic origin in its administration of educational policies, admissions, scholarships, loans, athletics, or other school programs.©2026 Creekside Christian Academy | All Rights Reserved

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