La Lumiere’s scholarship offerings focus on supporting students and families who embody the La Lumiere Spirit and echo our mission in their daily lives. Our scholarships aim to celebrate excellence within the classroom and continue to build upon our robust community by supporting our families.
The James R. Kennedy Scholarship is awarded each year to a talented student who personifies Dr. Kennedy’s values and is part of an underrepresented population.
The Alumni Legacy Scholarship honors the legacy of La Lumiere alumni and the impact of a La Lumiere education by providing tuition assistance for qualified applicants.
The Character • Scholarship • Faith (CSF) Merit-based Award is designed to put the boarding school experience within reach for families. This is primarily a merit-based award.
Merit Awards
Merit awards are given to students whose application and supporting documentation demonstrate a unique commitment to academics, athletics, the arts, citizenship, service, or character. These awards are renewable.
Students are identified and selected during the evaluation phase. There is no separate application process for eligibility for the scholarships listed below. All merit scholarships are awarded during the first round of admissions decisions.
La Lu Merit Award: for students demonstrating strong academic achievement and a sense of wonder and curiosity in the classroom.
Headmaster James R. Moore Merit Award: for students demonstrating a commitment to character development.
Global Community Merit Award: for students demonstrating a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and citizenship in the classroom or community.
Headmaster Barry P. Bunting Merit Award: for students demonstrating a commitment to the arts.
Dr. Raymond E. Daly III Merit Award: for students demonstrating a commitment to service.
Merit awards are for a minimum of $1,000.