The Nolite Timere Scholarship
A merit-based scholarship for new incoming 9th grade students who show the courage and promise to thrive at Brookewood — renewable for all four years of Upper School.
Investing in Courage & Promise
Named for Brookewood’s own motto, the Nolite Timere Scholarship recognizes incoming students who lead with confidence and curiosity. Here’s what recipients receive.
Scholarships Awarded
Three scholarships are awarded each year to incoming students.
Per Year, for 4 Years
Each award provides $3,000 annually, renewable for all four years of Upper School.
GPA to Retain
Recipients maintain a 3.5 GPA each year to continue receiving the scholarship.
Who Can Apply
The Nolite Timere Scholarship is open exclusively to new students entering Grade 9. It is a merit-based award, granted at the discretion of the Admissions Office and the Head of School.
“Nolite timere” —be not afraid —is more than a name. It’s an invitation for new students to step boldly into the Brookewood community.
- ✓ New applicant to Brookewood, entering Grade 9
- ✓ Completed Brookewood admissions application
- ✓ Demonstrated academic merit and character
How the Scholarship Works
Scholarship recipients are selected based on merit, not financial need — and receiving this award does not affect eligibility for need-based financial aid for qualified families.
If a scholarship is declined, it will not be reissued to another applicant during that same academic year, so families are encouraged to respond promptly once notified.
— St. Catherine of Siena
Four Steps to Apply
The scholarship application runs alongside Brookewood’s standard admissions process for Grade 9.
Submit Admissions Application
Begin with Brookewood’s standard Grade 9.
Complete Scholarship Application
Eligible applicants complete the Nolite Timere Scholarship application.
Essay & Interview
Submit a written essay and take part in an interview as part of the review.
Notification
Scholarship decisions are sent alongside your admissions acceptance letter.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Nolite Timere Scholarship?
The scholarship is open only to new applying students entering Grade 9. It is not available to current students at Brookewood or students applying to other grades.
How many scholarships are awarded, and how much are they worth?
Three scholarships are awarded each year, each valued at $3,000 annually and renewable for up to four years of Upper School.
What do I need to do to keep the scholarship each year?
Recipients must maintain a 3.5 GPA to retain the scholarship for each subsequent year of eligibility.
Will this scholarship affect my family’s financial aid?
No. The Nolite Timere Scholarship does not affect financial aid eligibility for qualified applicants.
Is the application open now?
Not yet — the scholarship application is still being finalized. Contact our Admissions Office and they’ll be glad to answer questions and let you know as soon as details are available.
Have Questions About the Scholarship?
Applications aren’t open yet, but our Admissions team is happy to talk through eligibility, timing, and what to expect.
