How do I know if my child is eligible to receive a scholarship through this program?
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There are two primary eligibility requirements for students to apply. First, the student must be entering 1st through 12th grade in September 2026. Second, the student must be able to provide verification—such as a current report card—that they attend one of the 17 Philadelphia schools slated for closure, as identified on the City’s official list following the Philadelphia School Board vote on April 30, 2026. That list of schools can be found here.
Pre-K-8 schools
- Robert Morris Elementary
- Samuel Pennypacker School
- John Welsh Elementary School
- Laura W. Waring School
- Overbrook Elementary School
- Rudolph Blankenburg School
- Fitler Academics Plus
Middle schools
- General Louis Wagner Middle School
- Stetson Middle School
- Warren G. Harding Middle School
- William T. Tilden Middle School
- Academy for the Middle Years, or AMY, at Northwest
High schools
- Lankenau High School
- Paul Robeson High School
- Parkway Northwest High School
- Parkway West High School
- Penn Treaty High School
Which private schools would my child be able to attend with a scholarship from Opportunity Knocks?
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A scholarship from Opportunity Knocks would allow your child to attend of one of the following schools. All are recipients of the Yass Prize, which recognizes education providers that embody the STOP principles — Sustainable, Transformational, Outstanding, and Permissionless — in service of delivering life-changing opportunities for the children and families they serve.
K-8 Schools
- St. Francis
- The DePaul Catholic School
- Holy Cross Catholic School
- SS. Cyril & Philomena
- St. Barnabas Catholic School
- St. Frances Cabrini
- St. Helena Incarnation
- St. Malachy Catholic School
- St. Martin de Porres
- St. Martin of Tours
- St. Raymond of Penafort
- St. Rose of Lima
- St. Thomas Aquinas
- St. Veronica
High Schools
- Father Judge
- Ligouri Academy
Does the scholarship cover anything beyond tuition costs?
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The scholarship is designed to cover all costs associated with attending the school once a student has been deemed eligible and approved. This includes completing all required paperwork and applications as part of the process, which is conducted on a rolling, first-come, first-served basis. All application-related costs are included, and families will not incur any out-of-pocket expenses.
When can I start applying for the scholarship?
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Families can start applying for the scholarship on Wednesday, May 13th at 10:00am EST. There are 500 scholarships of up to $8,000 available for the 2026-2027 school year for students entering 1st - 12th grade. Scholarships will be awarded and distributed once parents or guardians have completed all required steps.
How long does the scholarship last?
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As long as the student remains enrolled at their approved school, they will receive a scholarship of up to $8,000 per year through high school graduation. There is no need to reapply annually. If the student withdraws, the scholarship will not transfer to a new school.
Where can the scholarship be used?
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The scholarship will be used beginning in the 2026–2027 school year for the first 500 eligible students who transfer to a school on the approved list. Families will have access to this list within the application, once they are deemed eligible. All participating schools are located in Philadelphia.
How do I apply?
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Simply click the “Apply now” button on the homepage to begin the process.
What happens after I apply?
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Please allow 3-5 business days for your scholarship application to be reviewed. You will be notified by email once your eligibility has been confirmed. Or, if more information is needed you will be notified.
I have an additional question. Where can I reach customer service?
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If you have any questions, please contact Customer Service at 877-420-1402 Monday through Friday between 8am-6pm EST, or contact applicationsupport@classwallet.com.
Members of the Press: For inquiries or interview requests, please contact press@yassprize.org
