The Spirit of Catherine McAuley Lives on at Mercy!
The Spirit of Catherine Scholarship
Empowering Young Women Through Your Recurring Gift
Pledge a minimum of $1,000 per year for 4 years
Are you inspired by the legacy of Catherine McAuley and her unwavering dedication to educating young women?
You can honor her vision and make a lasting impact by becoming a recurring donor to the Spirit of Catherine (SOC) Scholarship—a vital source of tuition assistance for students at Mercy High School.
Why make a recurring gift?
Established in 2008, the Spirit of Catherine Scholarship helps meet the growing need for financial assistance among our students.
Your recurring gift ensures we can continue offering a transformative Mercy education to young women who might not otherwise have the opportunity.
The Reality of the Tuition Gap
Despite our best efforts to keep tuition affordable, a significant gap remains between the actual cost of education and what families are asked to pay:
|
Expense Category |
2025 Amount |
|
Cost to Educate Each Student |
$18,274 |
|
Tuition Charged |
$17,500 |
|
Tuition Gap |
$3,711 |
|
Average Tuition (Net of Aid/Credits) |
$14,563 |
|
Students Receiving Need-Based Aid |
189 |
|
Tuition as % of Cost to Educate |
80% |
|
Cost per School Day |
$107 |
|
Cost per Student per Class |
$2,611 |
Your support helps close this gap and keeps a Mercy education within reach for families across our community.
Your Ongoing Impact
When you set up a recurring gift, you:
- Provide predictable, stable funding for student scholarships
- Help close the tuition gap for families in need
- Carry forward the mission of Catherine McAuley
- Ensure that Mercy remains accessible to all deserving young women
Sponsor a Scholarship Today
Every donation makes a difference every single day.
"We should be shining lamps, giving light to all around us."
— Catherine McAuley
Be that light. Become a Spirit of Catherine recurring donor today.
Click Here To Make Your Pledge Today!
