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Boylan Catholic High School is proud to announce a groundbreaking new alliance with Rockford University and Rockford Promise, aimed at expanding access to affordable higher education for Boylan students. Through this partnership, eligible students will have the opportunity to attend Rockford University tuition-free.

To share details about this initiative, Boylan Catholic will host an informational event on Thursday at 6:00 PM in the Scandroli Lecture Hall. Media representatives are invited to attend and learn more about this transformational opportunity for students and families.

Eligibility requirements for tuition-free attendance at Rockford University include:

  • Unweighted GPA of 3.00 or higher
  • Residency within the City of Rockford
  • Pell and MAP grant eligibility (as determined by FAFSA)
  • A desire to pursue college education locally

Representatives from Rockford University, Rockford Promise, ISAC (Illinois Student Assistance Commission), and Boylan Catholic High School will be present to discuss this initiative, answer questions, and provide guidance to families on how to take advantage of this opportunity.

“This partnership is an incredible step forward in making higher education more accessible and affordable for Boylan students,” said Jeffrey P. Hohn ’87, College Counselor at Boylan Catholic High School. “We encourage families and media to join us to learn more about how this initiative can help students achieve their college dreams.”

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Boylan Catholic is a comprehensive, co-educational diocesan high school situated on 60 acres in the northwest section of Rockford, IL. The North Central Association of Secondary Schools and Colleges (AdvancED) and the Illinois State Office of Education accredit Boylan.
Rockford Promise is a non-profit 501(c)(3) location-based scholarship program that offers full-tuition scholarships to deserving graduates in Rockford. The goal is to increase educational attainment in our region while providing a powerful economic incentive for residents and businesses to locate in the Rockford region.
Rockford Univesity - Founded in 1847, Rockford University is a private institution committed to developing future leaders through a robust academic experience that fosters critical thinking and civic engagement.

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