Pennsylvania Scholarships for High School and College Students

To earn The Promise scholarship, students must: Graduate from high school in, or before, 2028 (the class of 2028 will be the final class to receive Promise scholarships-learn more), Be residents of the City of Pittsburgh, continuously, since 9th grade, Graduate from a PPS high school with a minimum cumulative, unweighted grade point average of 2.50 and an attendance record of 90% or above, andBe enrolled in Pittsburgh Public Schools*, or one of its charters, continuously, since 9th grade.Students who live in Wilkinsburg, graduate from Pittsburgh Public Schools, and meet all other requirements are eligible to receive Promise scholarships beginning...

The objectives of the AIST Pittsburgh Chapter Scholarships are to reward and encourage AIST Pittsburgh Chapter area high school seniors or currently enrolled undergraduate students preparing for a career in engineering or metallurgy by providing a grant of financial support during full-time attendance at any accredited North American college or university.AwardsThe Pittsburgh Chapter scholarship program will award three (3) scholarships. Any candidate applying for a scholarship will only be eligible to win one of the aforementioned scholarships.EligibilityThe student must be the child (including step-child, adopted child or ward), grandchild or the spouse of an active AIST Pittsburgh Chapter member in...

The objectives of the AIST Philadelphia Member Chapter Scholarships are to reward and encourage AIST Philadelphia Chapter area students who are currently enrolled, and preparing for a career, in engineering or metallurgy by providing a grant of financial support during full-time attendance at any accredited college or university.  AwardsUp to one (1) US$5,000 one-year University Scholarships and up to (1) US$2,000 one-year College/Technical Scholarships will be available each year. The scholarship will be awarded to an AIST Philadelphia Chapter area student based on the criteria the Scholarship Award Committee has developed. If there are no applicants in engineering, materials science...

Nightingale Awards of Pennsylvania is a non-profit organization sponsoring a scholarship program dedicated to supporting Pennsylvania residents who are pursuing a program of basic (LPN, Diploma, ADN, BSN, BSN Completion) or advanced degree in nursing (Masters, Doctoral), and PhD education in a Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing approved program. To apply, you MUST be a resident of Pennsylvania and intend to continue working in PA after graduation.We invite qualified candidates to apply. Scholarships are available to be used for tuition, books, and/or educational fees. Nightingale Awards of Pennsylvania expects that it is your intent to practice nursing in Pennsylvania upon...

Norristown Garden Club has been offering scholarships to students who plan to further their education in horticulture-related fields since 1971.Residents of Berks, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, or Philadelphia counties in Pennsylvania enrolled in full-time, horticulture-related programs are encouraged to apply. Non-residents will be considered if attending a full-time, horticulture-related program at an academic institution in the above Pennsylvania counties.All Scholarships are awarded annually to college students who plan to further their education in:Agriculture EducationAgronomyBotanyConservationEnvironmental ConcernsFloricultureHorticultureLand ManagementLandscape ArchitecturePlant PathologyAnd/or Related FieldsIf you are a student in a college or other institution pursuing a horticulture-related program, and would like to apply for...

AAUW-Reading Branch has established a Graduate Scholarship Fund to annually award scholarships to Berks County women who are pursuing full or part-time graduate study at an accredited educational institution. The money will be awarded for the following academic year.   Academic excellence is expected and financial need must be demonstrated.The applicant shall provide a completed typed application form (may be typed directly online then printed out); a school transcript; a copy of last year’s tax return; and two signed letters of recommendation from faculty members of applicant’s previous educational institution. All the above materials must be compiled together and sent...

As a family law firm, we believe that children are the key to a bright future. This is why we are offering a $1,500 scholarship to a promising student whose diligence, aspiration, and hard work deserve to be rewarded. No one who seeks the enlightenment of a college education should be denied one for financial reasons. Good luck, scholars!The deadline to apply is June 4th, 2025, and we will announce the winner on July 2nd, 2025.Scholarship DetailsAmount Awarded:$1,500 Deadline:May 7, 2025 Winner AnnouncedJune 4, 2025Short Essay: 500-1,000 WordsTalk about a passion or hobby of yours that brings you joy. Does...

For graduating high school seniors from the Tussey Mountain School District in Pennsylvania.Scholarship AmountUp to $1,000BackgroundThis scholarship was inspired by a story James McCavitt saw in the paper about the Sze Lee Memorial Scholarship, a scholarship formerly administered by Peninsula Community Foundation. He set up the scholarship in honor of his parents, James A. McCavitt and Annie LePors McCavitt. Mr. McCavitt hopes they will be remembered throughout the Tussey Mountain School District and the Broad Top area in Pennsylvania as model parents who would want others to benefit from their words: “Get an education and make something of yourselves.”Eligibility RequirementsCurrent...

The Kyle B. Wilson Scholarship fund was created to keep Kyle’s legacy alive while assisting students and their families who find themselves in extra-ordinary financial circumstances. The scholarship’s funds are intended to help students and their families pay for the many expenses related to a quality education.ELIGIBILITY CRITERIATo be eligible for the scholarship applicants must:Applicants must reside in Allegheny or Beaver county or have parents or grandparents residing in Allegheny or Beaver countyHave a minimum 3.0 overall GPAProvide one completed application, personal reference, high school transcript and essayAttend an accredited college preparatory high school, two-year or four-year college/university in pursuit...

Each year, the Pennsylvania School Public Relations Association (PenSPRA) presents a student from each of its two regions with a $1,000 scholarship. PenSPRA, founded in 1967, is one of the largest state chapters of the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA) and is the recipient of more than eight Blue Ribbon Awards. PenSPRA is divided into two regions, East and West, and has more than 150 active members across the state. PenSPRA is governed by an Executive Board. The organization has several purposes: to support student achievement through responsible school and community relations, to foster the continual development of its...

The Robert J. Trace Scholarship fund was set up by Robert J. Trace and his family. Bob served as a Department Officer for an incredible fifty years, one as Judge Advocate and 49 as Finance Officer from the Central Judicial Section. Bob was also an Honorary Past Department Commander. Legionnaires of his caliber are hard to find, his dedication and contribution to the Pennsylvania American Legionnaire is legendary. Education was very important to Bob and his family.The Robert J. Trace Scholarship fund was established to assist young patriotic students achieve their academic dreams.The Robert J. Trace Scholarship Fund is available...

Doctor Almo Sebastianelli Drum Corps Scholarship is available to any senior residing in Pennsylvania who meets the following criteria:  A child or grandchild of a Pennsylvania legionnaire in good standingor a child or grandchild of a deceased Pennsylvania Legionnaire. EligibilityTo be eligible a student must be a member of a high school band who is going on to higher education majoring in music. The Student needs to include his/her current high school transcript. The higher education school must be in Pennsylvania, letter of college acceptance must be included. Selection will be made by the members of the committee. One winner will...