Scholarships
Scholarships Available for school year 2025-2026
Explore the Judge Memorial scholarship options and read the requirements and deadlines for each. With the exception of the Centennial Scholarship (for incoming freshmen) the scholarships are for current students who are rising sophomores, juniors and seniors. Scholarships for current students will be updated and open for applicants beginning each February. Applications may be downloaded and filled out or picked up in the Advancement Office.
Questions about scholarships?
Liz Betty
Associate Advancement Director
801-517-2133
ALL STUDENTS
Accepting applications as early as September.
Utah Fits All Scholarship
The Utah Fits All Scholarship is a remarkable opportunity offering a $8,000 scholarship to make Catholic education accessible to every family. With this scholarship, you can enroll your child in any of Utah's 16 outstanding Catholic schools for their education.
INCOMING FRESHMEN
Application deadline each January
Centennial Scholarship
The Centennial Scholarship is awarded annually to four incoming freshman students. Each award is valued at $20,000 total. These merit-based awards will celebrate students who have already demonstrated significant achievements in their academic, social, physical, and spiritual growth.
CURRENT STUDENTS
Rising sophomores, juniors and seniors - open beginning each February
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This scholarship is committed to providing vital support to low-income and minority students aspiring to attend Judge Memorial. This initiative is designed to address financial barriers and open doors of opportunity for students who, despite economic challenges, exhibit the leadership potential embodied by Cordova and Clark.
Gil Gordova ‘56 left a lasting legacy of loyalty to Judge Memorial. As an outstanding athlete, teacher and coach, Gil was a constant presence as he supported his own children and grandchildren on and off the field at Judge Memorial.
Pat Clark ‘64 is a beloved alumni, former teacher and coach. He left an indelible mark on his students and athletes during his tenure here and is best known for his high-intensity teaching style and unwavering dedication to the Judge community which continues to this day.
This Scholarship will be awarded to a deserving Judge Memorial incoming freshman, rising sophomore, junior and/or senior to cover full tuition costs for that student’s entire/remaining time at Judge Memorial school year. The selection team will consider the financial needs of qualified students in selecting a recipient. To be eligible, families must be 200% below the federal poverty level. Scholarships are renewable annually providing the student is in good academic and behavioral standing.
SCHOLARSHIP AWARD: Four awards of full tuition each will be applied to the fall tuition for the individual student(s) selected. The Award is managed by the Judge Memorial Advancement Office and Finance Office.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Download and fill out application form and return to Advancement Office
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This scholarship is committed to providing vital support to low-income and underserved students aspiring to attend and those attending Judge Memorial. This initiative is designed to address financial barriers and open doors of opportunity for students who, despite economic challenges, exhibit leadership potential.
Ms. Dianna Pugh has dedicated over 20 years at Judge Memorial Catholic High School shaping her students' perspectives on the political landscape. Through her mentorship, she has inspired countless students to pursue their passions in public service and community engagement. In recognition of her commitment, we invite you to provide a brief essay outlining your own political activism, involvement, or interest in being a leader in your community.
This Scholarship will be awarded to a deserving Judge Memorial incoming freshman, rising sophomore, junior and senior to cover full tuition costs for that student’s entire/remaining time at Judge Memorial. The selection team will consider the financial needs of qualified students in selecting a recipient. To be eligible, families must be 200% below the federal poverty level. Scholarships automatically renew annually providing the student is in good academic and behavioral standing.
ESSAY RESPONSE REQUIRED (350 Words or less): In recognition of Ms. Pugh’s commitment, we invite you to describe a time when you took on a leadership role or were civically engaged to make a positive impact on your community. What did you do, and how did it make a difference?
SCHOLARSHIP AWARD: Four awards of full tuition each will be applied to the fall tuition for the individual student(s) selected. The Award is managed by the Judge Memorial Advancement Office and Finance Office.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Download and fill out form and return to the Advancement Office.
The Judge Memorial Alumni Alliance Scholarship was started in 2007 when three Judge alumni teamed up to launch a permanent scholarship endowment fund. This scholarship is awarded each year in the late spring to a deserving Judge rising sophomore, junior and/or senior to assist with tuition costs for that student’s upcoming school year. The selection team considers the academic performance and financial needs of qualified students in selecting a recipient. Up to two awards of $1,500 each are applied to the fall tuition of the upcoming school year for the individual student(s) selected.
Details
• Download and fill out application form and return to Advancement Office.
The Ben Wilde Memorial Scholarship was established in memory of Mr. Ben Wilde, a JMCHS parent who passed away in 2022 from pancreatic cancer. The Scholarship was established by his son Texas Wilde, a student of JMCHS, and his family.
Ben was well known and respected for his deep compassion and commitment to selfless acts, always in the care of others, earning him the name of The King of Kindness. The intent of this scholarship is to honor a student who exhibits exemplary selflessness, compassion, strong work ethic, and good will.
The Ben Wilde Memorial Scholarship is awarded each year in the late spring to a deserving Judge Memorial student to assist with tuition costs for the upcoming Judge Memorial school year. The selection team will consider character, integrity, and financial needs of qualified students in selecting a recipient. While it is not a requirement of this scholarship, preference will be given to applicants directly affected by the loss of an immediate family member to cancer.
A minimum of one award of $1,000 will be applied to the tuition of the upcoming school year for the individual student selected.
Details
• Download and fill out application form and return to Advancement Office.
In honor of Mr. Bob Jackson, who served as a teacher, campus minister, activities director as well as Principal. Mr. Jackson inspired hundreds of students and fellow faculty members. His impact remains legendary. He had a passion for peer ministry, student leadership and helping those in need. His life was one of service.
The Bob Jackson Scholarship is awarded each year in the late spring to a deserving current Judge Memorial student to assist with tuition costs for the upcoming Judge Memorial school year. The selection team will consider the character, integrity, and financial needs of qualified students in selecting a recipient.
Scholarship Award: A minimum of one award of $1,000 will be applied to the tuition of the upcoming school year for the individual student(s) selected.
Details
• Download and fill out application form and return to Advancement Office.
In honor of Mr. Bob Jackson, who served as a teacher, campus minister, activities director as well as Principal. Mr. Jackson inspired hundreds of students and fellow faculty members. His impact remains legendary. He had a passion for peer ministry, student leadership and helping those in need. His life was one of service.
The Bob Jackson Leadership Scholarship is awarded each year in the late spring to a deserving current Judge Memorial student in a leadership role to help with tuition costs for the upcoming Judge Memorial school year. The selection team will consider the character, integrity, and leadership experience of qualified students in selecting a recipient.
Scholarship Award: A minimum of one award of $1,000 will be applied to the tuition of the upcoming school year for the individual student(s) selected.
Details
• Download and fill out application form and return to Advancement Office.
The Candelaria family created this fund in 2004 to honor the memory of their beloved daughter Demi, a talented and popular sophomore who died suddenly from bacterial meningitis in December 2003. The Demi Candelaria Scholarship is awarded each year in late spring, with $2,000 each for one girls basketball player and one girls soccer player, each awarded for the upcoming school year. The scholarship awards are managed by the Judge Advancement and Finance Office, and at the discretion of the recipients’ parents. Applicants must be a currently enrolled Judge female student, and a rising sophomore, junior, or senior.
Details
• Download and fill out application form and return to Advancement Office.
This scholarship was created in memory of Edmond W. Lapine II. Edmond graduated from Judge Memorial in 2001 and was tragically killed in a warehouse fire in Oakland CA. Edmond was very creative, talented, kind, compassionate, and judicious towards others. His passion for music and writing began at an early age and continued throughout his life. He graduated from Evergreen State College in Olympia, Washington and also completed an independent student in Paris. The Edmond W. Lapine Scholarship awards $1,000 to a Judge Memorial student who is an exceptional student in character and integrity.
Details
• Download and fill out application form and return to Advancement Office.
Judge Memorial is pleased to promote a scholarship established in honor of Mrs. Linda Simpson who taught English at Judge Memorial for 24 years and changed many students’ lives. The Linda Simpson Scholarship honors a student who shows promise in the literary arts despite personal challenges or hardship. This scholarship is awarded each year in the late spring to deserving rising junior(s) and/or rising senior(s) to assist with tuition costs for the upcoming school year. The selection team will consider the character, integrity, and financial needs of qualified students in selecting a recipient. Two scholarship awards of $1,000 each will be applied to the tuition of the upcoming school year for the students selected.
Details
• Download and fill out application form and return to Advancement Office.
Family and friends created this fund in recognition of Judge alumnus Tim Kelly ‘64. The Tim Kelly Scholarship is awarded each year in the late spring to a deserving journalism and/or media student for excellence in journalism and purity of heart. The selection team considers the academic performance and financial needs of qualified students in selecting a recipient. The $500 award is applied to the fall tuition of the upcoming school year for the individual student selected.
Details
• Download and fill out application form and return to Advancement Office.