Admissions
Affording Paul VI

Scholarships

In addition to need-based tuition assistance awards, St. Paul VI Catholic High School is proud to offer St. Paul VI Scholarships and fine arts scholarships to new incoming 9th grade students who embody the values that represent the spirit of the Paul VI community and our mission.
 
St. Paul VI Scholarship:
Recipients will receive $40,000 over four years ($10,000 per school year). We are looking for students who exemplify the mission of PVI who are responsible, moral, service-oriented young adults. PVI is seeking families who are committed to a true education in our Catholic faith.

All incoming 9th grade applicants are automatically considered for the St. Paul VI Scholarship based on the following:
  • A complete admission application file
  • Strong academic abilities
  • Leadership potential
  • Interest in our extracurricular offerings
  • Qualities that further the mission of the school
Scholarship recipients will be notified when admission decisions are available on Friday, February 12, 2027.

Please note: Scholarships are renewable each year through graduation as long as the award recipient remains in good standing.
Fine Arts scholarship candidates will be individuals with the following:
  • A complete admission application file
  • Demonstrated competence with vocal music, instrumental music, theatre, or visual art 
  • Commitment to enrollment in a full-year music, acting, or art course upon acceptance
  • Qualities that further the mission of the school
  • Scholarship submissions received by Monday, January 11, 2027
Scholarship recipients will be notified when admission decisions are available on Friday, February 12, 2027.

Fine Arts Scholarships are renewable each year through graduation, as long as the award recipient remains enrolled in a full-year music, acting, or art course and in good standing.
 

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  • Instrumental Music Scholarship

    The Instrumental Music Scholarship is available to students applying for admission who have demonstrated competence on a primary instrument. The award amount is $1,000 and is renewable each year through graduation as long as the award recipient remains enrolled in instrumental music ensemble courses and in good standing.

    Criteria:
    Please submit a quality recording of the applicant performing, a classical work with multiple movements or two distinct pieces. A piano accompanist is required on the recording.  
    • Applicant’s instrument must be used in typical band or string orchestra settings, such as woodwind, brass, percussion, keyboard, or string instrument.
    • Applicant must be actively involved in the 8th grade band or orchestra program
    • Audition material will be competitively adjudicated, so the audition should include scales and two (2) pieces of contrasting style. If invited back as a finalist, the two pieces should be different from the original pieces.
    Finalists will be invited back to campus for an interview and audition with the Fine Arts Scholarship committee.  The scholarship recipients will be named from these auditions.

    Submission:
    Deadline for Scholarship Application and supporting materials is Monday, January 11, 2027. For questions, contact admissions@paulvi.net.
  • Theatre Scholarship

    The Theatre Scholarship is available to students applying for admission who have demonstrated proficiency and talent in theatre arts. The award amount is $1,000 and is renewable each year through graduation as long as the award recipient remains enrolled in theatre courses and in good standing.

    Criteria:
    Please submit a quality recording of the applicant’s performance of a standard theatrical monologue. The monologue should be no more than two minutes in duration. If a singer, the applicant may also submit a one-minute recording performing a Broadway or popular song, in addition to the monologue. 

     
    Submission:
    Deadline for Scholarship Application and supporting materials is Monday, January 11, 2027. For questions, contact admissions@paulvi.net.
  • Visual Arts Scholarship

    The Visual Arts Scholarship is available to students applying for admission who have a demonstrated love for visual art. The award amount is $1,000 and is renewable each year through graduation as long as the award recipient remains enrolled in art courses and in good standing.

    Criteria:
    Please submit a quality portfolio containing 10 works covering a variety of media, to including works in the following subject matters:
    • One (1) self-portrait (head and shoulders only)
    • One (1) landscape (drawing media or painting media)
    • Two (2) still lifes (one in drawing media and one in painting media)
    • The remaining six (6) pieces should demonstrate the student/artist’s creative ability (no sculpture or pottery)
    Submission:
    Deadline for Scholarship Application and supporting materials is Monday, January 11, 2027. For questions, contact admissions@paulvi.net.
  • Vocal Music Scholarship

    The Vocal Music Scholarship is available to students applying for admission who have a demonstrated love for music and have the desire to be involved in one of the fine arts programs at Paul VI. The award amount is $1,000 and is renewable each year through graduation as long as the award recipient remains enrolled in choral courses and in good standing.

    Criteria:
    Please submit a quality recording of the applicant performing two contrasting works, representing two of the following genres: classical, Broadway or popular. Applicants should sing both pieces with accompaniment and should be seen in the video. 

    Finalists will be invited back to campus for an interview and audition with the Fine Arts Scholarship committee. The scholarship recipients will be named from these auditions.

    Submission:
    Deadline for Scholarship Application and supporting materials is Monday, January 11, 2027. For questions, contact admissions@paulvi.net.
St. Paul VI Catholic High School is a private Diocesan Catholic preparatory school for girls and boys in grades 9-12 in Chantilly, Virginia, seeking to help our students Grow in Grace and Wisdom. Our school is part of the Diocese of Arlington and offers rigorous academics, an inclusive community focused on spiritual and leadership formation, and a proud athletic tradition featuring nationally renowned programs competing in the Washington Catholic Athletic Conference and the Virginia Independent Schools Athletic Association.

St. Paul VI Catholic High School is an accredited member of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.