Scholarships
There are many opportunities for freshman through senior students to receive scholarships, generously created and funded by members of the CJ community. Students become eligible for these scholarships when their families complete the FACTS tuition assistance application.
Merit Scholarships for Incoming Freshmen — Open September 2026
Class scholarships are provided to incoming freshmen who demonstrate outstanding academic and service experiences; are viewed as emerging leaders; and have the potential to make lasting contributions to the CJ community.
Renewable four-year class scholarships are available for the focused areas of Performing Arts, Ministry & Service, STEMM, and Language Arts.
To be eligible, students must visit CJ, apply to CJ, and complete the application and scholarship essay. Additionally, CJ also offers renewable honors scholarships that recognize academic excellence in math, English and religion during junior high. Honors scholarships are automatically reviewed as part of the admissions process and will be awarded at the same time as the admission decision.
The Ken Hemmelgarn Sr. Memorial Scholarship
Ken Hemmelgarn was born in Dayton in January 1932 and graduated from Chaminade High School in 1950. He went on to earn an engineering degree from the University of Dayton before serving in the United States Air Force. Following his military service, he joined Norwood Tool Company, beginning as an apprentice toolmaker and rising to serve as president from 1981 until his passing in December 2021.
Throughout his career at Norwood, Ken was known for his strong work ethic and deep commitment to his employees. He believed that education was the foundation of opportunity and success, a value he carried with him throughout his life.
Ken loved sports and especially enjoyed cheering for Notre Dame football, University of Dayton basketball, and NCAA March Madness. A devout Catholic and dedicated parishioner, he remained active in his faith and community.
He took great joy in supporting the education of CJ students, and his family is honored to continue his legacy through this memorial scholarship.
Criteria
- Open to all CJ students with some priority to incoming freshmen
- Scholarship can be renewed each year of attendance at CJ pending good academic standing
- Economic need
- Entrepreneurial spirit; someone willing to work hard to get the job done
Ken Hemmelgarn, Sr. believed that the keys to success were a good education and hard work. While he was not a straight-A student, he was a great problem solver and a tinkerer at heart. If you are a hardworking student, who is excited to learn, you are encouraged to apply.
This is a four year renewable scholarship. Applicants will not need to reapply in subsequent years. The deadline to apply is December 1, 2025.