Le Puy Founders' Scholarship
Our founders, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, trace their roots to Le Puy, France, where, in 1650, they joined together and devoted themselves to serve all persons without distinction and respond to the needs of the times. The University continues to advance and uphold their mission today. The Le Puy Founders' Scholarship is a full-tuition scholarship that recognizes the highest levels of academic achievement and commitment to service in the spirit of our Founders.
Applying for the Le Puy Founders' Scholarship
To apply for the Le Puy Founders' Scholarship, first-year applicants must submit and complete their application by the Early Action deadline - December 1. On the application, candidates must select that they are interested in being considering for this scholarship. This award guarantees full tuition to Mount Saint Mary’s University, totaling approximately $180,000 across four years!
In addition to a completed application for admission, candidates must submit an additional essay (prompt to be provided upon applying and below).
In January, finalists will be selected to participate in an interview day, as the selection of the Scholars includes an interview with a Mount Saint Mary’s University selection committee made up of faculty, staff and alumnae.
Scholarship winners will be announced soon after the interview day.
Le Puy Scholarship Essay Prompt:
The Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, established in Le Puy, France in 1650, fostered leadership and service to their societies. These traditions are emulated in the teachings of Mount Saint Mary's University today. Please respond in 500 words or less: In what ways have you displayed leadership and/or made valuable contributions to your community? Explain how this involvement can equip you to make a meaningful impact at Mount Saint Mary’s University and align with the vision of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet.