Saints Catholic Connection Guarantee

Saints Catholic Connections Guarantee

The Saints Catholic Connection Guarantee provides guaranteed admission and merit scholarships for eligible students from partner schools.

The program will launch for new students enrolling at Emmanuel for Fall 2026.

To qualify for the guarantee, the student must:

Apply via the Common Application
Attend a partner high school
Earn a weighted GPA of 3.5 of higher
Conduct and official visit of the Emmanuel campus

Students eligible for the program will receive acceptance to Emmanuel College and a merit-based scholarship of at least $100,000 distributed evenly over four years. Students must reside on campus and meet the scholarship renewal criteria as outlined in their scholarship notification.

The program is currently available for the following school(s):

Xaverian Brothers High School in Westwood, Mass

For more information about the Saints Catholic Connection Guarantee or if you would to explore a partnership, please contact the Emmanuel College Office of Admissions at 617 735-9715 or admissions [at] emmanuel.edu.

FAQ's

Can students still apply to Emmanuel if they do not meet the eligibility requirements?

Yes! Students who do not meet the requirements can still get accepted and receive scholarships, but those are not guaranteed outcomes. Students can apply using the Common Application.

Are scholarships available for students who do not qualify for the guarantee?

All students are evaluated for merit scholarships and awards at the time their application is reviewed. More information about scholarships and financial aid is available here.

How soon can high school students access the guarantee?

The Saints Catholic Connection Guarantee will go into effect beginning for students applying for the Fall 2026 academic year.

Are applicants required to physically visit the campus?

Yes, a visit to our campus is required. Visit our website to see several opportunities to explore our home at 400 The Fenway.

Will Emmanuel offer more partnerships in the future?

Emmanuel is always looking to partner with schools that share our commitment to lifting up the hearts and intellects of young people and preparing them to thrive in a fast-changing world. If you are looking to engage in a partnership discussion please contact Ian Sonia, Associate Vice President of Undergraduate Enrollment, at soniai [at] emmanuel.edu (soniai[at]emmanuel[dot]edu).