Each spring, Old Colony YMCA awards more than $25,000 in scholarships to students among the 31 cities and towns it serves.  These scholarship awards provide financial support to motivated students wishing to pursue a college degree.

Interested students must use the online Scholarship Application Form and fill out the written essay to apply.  Students will only fill out a single form and based on responses, will be considered for any/all scholarships below. Application Deadlines for 2024: Applications Closed

SCHOLARSHIPS & REQUIREMENTS
  • Graduating student from Brockton High School 
  • YMCA Affiliation - Old Colony YMCA member, volunteer or employee 
  • Record of academic achievement in high school
  • Applicant must demonstrate an active interest in physical fitness, extra-curricular activities and volunteer service to the community
  • Graduating student from Brockton High School, Cardinal Spellman High School,  Oliver Ames High School or Southeastern Vocational Technical High School
  • YMCA Affiliation - Old Colony YMCA member, volunteer or employee 
  • Record of academic achievement in high school
  • Applicant must demonstrate an active interest in physical fitness, extra-curricular activities and volunteer service to the community
  • Graduating high school student (in Old Colony YMCA service area) or current college student who meets one of the following criteria:
  • Employee of Old Colony YMCA or Child/Grandchild of an Old Colony YMCA Employee
  • Old Colony YMCA Member or Child/Grandchild of Old Colony YMCA member
  • Graduating high school student (in Old Colony YMCA service area) 
  • Employee of the Old Colony YMCA or Child/Grandchild of an Old Colony YMCA Staff Employee
  • Graduating Student from Brockton High School
  • Record of Strong Academic Achievement in high school

 

 

Prepare with a Sneak Peak

We recommend reviewing the questions and filling out the review questions PDF before starting the online form. While the online form is not timed, you can not save your progress. 

Please Note: Only online applications will be considered.  Hard copy applications will not be accepted. 

Apply for Scholarships

Application Deadlines for 2024: Sunday, April 21, 2024

Should you have any questions, please contact:
Michael Eatough
Senior Vice President of Mission Advancement
508-897-1227
meatough@oldcolonyymca.org