Financial Aid Information
ACE Scholarship (Alliance for Choice in Education)
Ace is a privately funded scholarship program for low-income Colorado families. It will pay for 50% of private or parochial school tuition, up to $3,000 per year for grades 9-12. ACE scholarships carry a four-year commitment, providing the student remains in good standing at their school. Contact the Campion Academy Business Office for applications or visit the ACE website at www.acescholarships.org .
The deadline for ACE scholarship applications for the 2008-2009 school year is April 18, 2008.
Pathways to Success Scholarship
The Pathways program is a partnership with the Commonweal Foundation ( www.commonweal-foundation.org ) that assists students by awarding them scholarships to attend Campion Academy. The Campion Academy school environment provides Pathways students the opportunity to increase their academic skills, gain work experience, and expand their knowledge of life beyond their local communities. Although Pathways for Success is primarily a funding program, Commonweal Foundation personnel visit the students at Campion and review academic progress and monitor participation in school employment.
Award amounts are determined on a case-by-case basis, up to a maximum of $4,745 per academic year for dorm students and $2,200 per academic year for village students. Awards are renewable for up to four years as long as the renewal requirements are met. The Commonweal Foundation, not Campion Academy, determines final grant amounts and while you may qualify to apply, the actual grant determination is not guaranteed. Students receiving Pathways scholarship are required to work monthly during the school year, as well as during the summer months. The age of the student determines the number of hours the student needs to work in order to receive the full scholarship that has been awarded.
Eligible students are those who:
1. Are new to Campion Academy;
2. Are entering grades 9 through 12;
3. Have the potential to be successful in a regular or accelerated classroom setting;
4. Have family adjusted gross incomes (shown on the prior year’s tax returns) at or below the following levels:
a. Family of 2 or 3 $40,000
b. Family of 4 $41,300
c. Family of 5 $48,260
d. Family of 6 $55,220
5. Sign a contract and agree to participate in work and community service projects.
A signed copy of the prior year’s Federal income tax forms are required in order to be considered for the Campion Academy Pathways to Success Scholarship.
This program could be a significant help to many students. Please don’t overlook this possibility!
New scholarships for 2008-2009 are on a limited bases. For the 2008-2009 school year, Campion Academy will be notified during the summer of 2008if any new scholarships will be available. Contact the Campion Academy Business Office for a preliminary screening and to be placed on the waiting list.
Key Bank Achiever Loan
The AchieverLoan® is designed for parents and sponsors of students attending K-12 private school, undergraduate or graduate institutions.
1. There is no application fee.
2. It is a lower cost solution than other sources of financing.
3. There is an easy annual renewal process.
4. You receive a quick credit decision when you apply online or by phone.
5. Funds are disbursed directly to Campion Academy.
www.key.com/achieverloan for more information and to apply.
Work Program
A variety of work experience is available to enrich each student’s learning experience at Campion Academy. The work program is an integral part of the school program, not only because it helps students pay their school bills, but also the daily responsibility of a specific job teaches young people self-discipline, consistency, and economy. It also offers students the opportunity to develop self-confidence and competence in preparing to enter the work world.
Typically, a student working 2-3 hours per day regularly during the school year should earn a minimum of $200 per month. There are a limited number of jobs available on campus such as administration office workers, teacher aides, custodial positions, cafeteria positions, maintenance and grounds, dormitory desk workers, resident assistants, and student literature evangelists. Whenever possible, students are encouraged to find jobs at local community businesses. The Academy normally provides transportation to local community jobs if occurring during a normal school day.
Work opportunities may be available for village students; however, priority is given to dorm students because of their higher school expenses.
Students are strongly encouraged to find employment at home during the summer months. Summer earnings can make a significant impact towards a student’s tuition costs.
Limited work opportunities are available on Campion Academy’s campus during the summer months. Typically, students are hired for maintenance, grounds, custodial, and limited office positions. Because the dormitories and cafeteria are not open during the summer, students must live locally or arrange privately to stay with local families during the summer.
Summer Work Program and Application (pdf) (doc)
For further information on the work program, please contact the Student Labor Coordinator at 970-667-5592, extension 112.
Work Sponsorship
The work sponsorship program is designed to allow a student to increase the amount they are paid per hour when working a part-time job while attending Campion Academy. It works on a similar basis as a walk-a-thon or bike-a-thon. Students recruit sponsors who will guarantee to sponsor them for a specific amount per hour for each hour they work. The sponsor may choose any amount per hour.
Contact the Business Office for more information. Work Sponsorship Form (pdf) (doc)
Subsidy
Students whose parent(s) work for a Seventh-day Adventist Conference or institution may be eligible for church sponsored subsidies. Please contact the employer or Campion Academy Business office for more information.
Matching Scholarship Program
Campion Academy participates in a matching program with a student’s local church. The church may sponsor the student for any amount they choose. Campion Academy will match the sponsoring churches contribution
1. Up to $50/month for 10 months ($500/annually) for village students;
2. Up to $100/month for 10 months ($1,000/annually) for dorm students.
The application is to be in the Campion Academy Business Office on or before July 31. Please remember that this program is subject to available funds and final determination of financial need by the Student Scholarship Committee or its representative. If this application is submitted after July 31, Campion Academy matching financial assistance may be denied or adjusted.
Contact the Business Office for more information. Matching Scholarship Application and Agreement (pdf) (doc)
Student Financial Aid Grant
In cases where there is a severe financial hardship, additional student aid may be available. A “Student Financial Aid Grant Application” needs to be submitted, along with a copy of the parent’s prior year’s tax return.
This application is to be in the Campion Academy Business Office on or before July 31. Please remember that this program is subject to available funds and final determination of financial need by the Student Scholarship Committee or its representative. If this application is submitted after July 31, Campion Academy financial assistance may be denied or adjusted.
Contact the Business Office for more information. Student Financial Aid Grant Application (pdf) (doc)