We offer this extensive list of scholarships as a convenience to students and families. Use it as the starting point of your search.
The scholarships are listed in order of deadline date.
The Pittsburgh Foundation — Scholarship Opportunities
The Pittsburgh Foundation is the seventeenth largest community foundation in the country. Since 1945, it has worked to improve the quality of life in the Pittsburgh region by evaluating and addressing community issues, promoting charitable giving, and connecting donors to the critical needs of the community. Numerous scholarship opportunities are available for students enrolled at Indiana University of Pennsylvania.
Organization of Chinese Americans (OCA) — Scholarship Opportunities
The Organization of Chinese Americans, Inc. (OCA) is a national nonprofit, nonpartisan advocacy organization of concerned Chinese Americans known as a leading organization in administering scholarships for Asian Pacific American students. OCA aims to embrace the hopes and aspirations of the nearly two million citizens and residents of Chinese ancestry in the United States as well as to better the lives of the ten million Asian Americans across the country.
Pennsylvania State Resource Family Association Scholarship
The Pennsylvania State Resource Family Association (PSFPA) continues its dedication and commitment to foster care through a scholarship fund for continued education. This fund was established in 1988 by the PSFPA for Pennsylvania’s foster children. In 2001, the program grew to include biological/adopted children of PSRFA’s members. The scholarship program is open to high school seniors who are presently in care through a private or public foster care agency in Pennsylvania or whose parents are active members of the Pennsylvania State Resource Family Association and who will be continuing their education.
- Deadline: various dates
- Eligibility information and application: PSFPA website
Ford Foundation Diversity Fellowships
Ford Foundation Diversity Fellowships are designed to increase the diversity of the nation’s college and university faculties by increasing their ethnic and racial diversity, to maximize the educational benefits of diversity, and to increase the number of professors who can and will use diversity as a resource for enriching the education of all students.
Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF)
The Hispanic Scholarship Fund offers various scholarship programs for Hispanic American undergraduate and graduate students enrolled full time in degree-seeking programs. During its thirty-two-year history, HSF has awarded more than 82,000 scholarships in excess of $221 million to Latino students. Scholarship awards generally range from $1,000 to $3,000. Deadline for submission: various dates
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply online: Hispanic Scholarship Fund
National Restaurant Association Foundation Scholarships
The National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF) encourages and supports senior high school students, undergraduate students, and educators who are committed to furthering their education and enhancing their careers in the restaurant and food-service industry by awarding scholarships through its scholarships. The NRAEF has awarded more than $1.7 million in 2008 to qualified and deserving students who are committed to furthering their education in restaurant and food-service management. Deadline for submission: various dates
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: NRAEF: Scholarships
Sallie Mae Fund Scholarships
Addressing financial need through scholarships is one of the key elements of the Sallie Mae Fund’s efforts. Since 2001, the Sallie Mae Fund has awarded $14.3 million in scholarships to help more than 5,700 students enroll in college. Please check the individual program for details and application deadlines. Deadline for submission: various dates
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: The Sallie Mae Fund
JPMorgan Chase/UNCF Corporate Scholars Programs
The JPMorgan Chase/UNCF Corporate Scholars Program has been established to increase minority student interest in JPMorgan Chase and expand the company’s pool of minority employees. Scholars participate in eight- to ten-week paid internships and receive financial need-based scholarships up to $10,000. Eligible students are sophomore and junior students seeking a bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, computer information systems, economics, engineering, finance, marketing, mathematics, operations management, or software engineering and must have a minimum GPA of 3.2. Deadline for submission: various dates
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: UNCF
Wal-Mart Foundation Scholarships
Wal-Mart proudly sponsors various scholarship programs. Eligible students may or may not be an employee or Wal-Mart must have a cumulative high school GPA of 2.5. Other requirement may need to be met depending on the scholarship to which you are applying. Deadline for submission: various dates
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: Wal-Mart Helps Students Pay for College
Washington County Community Foundation Scholarships
The Washington County Community Foundation was initiated by community leaders to encourage charitable giving. Its mission is to improve the quality of life primarily in Washington County by providing a vehicle for charitable giving across a broad spectrum of giving level to support diverse community needs. Deadline for submission: various dates
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: WCCF
Navy Collegiate Programs
The Navy provides money for students to focus on completing their degree without having to take on a part-time job. They’ll graduate with a guaranteed job as a commissioned officer in the U.S. Navy. To be eligible, you must be a U.S. citizen, meet commissioning standards for desired specialty, have a minimum 2.7 GPA, have 30 semester hours completed, have fewer than 36 months to graduate, and be less than 34 years of age before degree completion (some specialties have younger age requirements. Deadline for submission: consideration made on a rolling basis
See website for various areas of specialty and eligibility requirements: Navy Collegiate Programs
The Eldred World War II Museum Scholarship
The Eldred WWII Museum cordially invites college students to participate in a supplemental self-guided learning experience utilizing the considerable World War II reference resources of the Eldred WWII Museum in Eldred, Pa. The program is open to any student currently enrolled in an accredited institution of higher learning. Students may be subsidized by foundation grants, university grants, or participate independently. Student interns are also welcome. Deadline for submission: consideration made on a rolling basis
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: Eldred WW II Museum
Direct requests for financial assistance may be made to:
Jay P. Tennies, Museum Director
Eldred WWII Museum
PO Box 273 - 201
Main Street
Eldred, PA 16731
814-225-2220
Graduate Programs Scholarship
Graduate Programs will award $1,000 scholarships to current graduate students and $1,000 toward student loan payments for recent grads within the last five years. To apply, Rate and Review your graduate school program on our website and enter our quarterly scholarship drawing. Deadline for submission: consideration made on a rolling basis
See website for complete eligbility information and to apply: Graduate Programs.com
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Somerset Hospital Auxiliary Nursing Scholarship
The Somerset Hospital Auxiliary is now taking applications for its annual Nursing Scholarship Program. The $500 scholarhips are available to Somerset County residents pursuing a career as a registered nurse. The applicant must be a current Somerset County resident for six months or more. An application will need to be completed along with three letters of recommendation, an official high school transcript, an essay of 150–200 words explaining why you want to be a nurse and why you deserve consideration for this scholarship, and a letter of acceptance from a nursing school accredited by the National League for Nursing or CNNE accredited. Deadline for submission: May 25, 2012
For application materials, please contact: Erin Fritz, IUP Financial Aid Office, at efritz@iup.edu.
Horatio Alger Scholarship Program
The Horatio Alger Association takes pride in awarding college scholarships to college bound students who have proven their ability to succeed despite facing adversities in their young lives. The eligibility criteria to be considered for National Scholarships and Horatio Alger State Scholarship Programs are as follows: You must be enrolled full time as a high school senior with plans to enter college no later than the fall following graduation, have a critical financial need, be involved in cocurricular and community activities, demonstrate integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity, have a minimum 2.0 GPA, and be a United States citizen. Deadline for submission: October 25, 2012
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: Horatio Alger Scholarship Program
The New American Workforce Scholarship and Internship Program
This unique program has been created to provide financial assistance to Latino students in their third and fourth undergraduate years who are pursuing business, technology, and engineering degrees. This program also provides a pathway to high-level careers in the private sector by providing mentoring and a possible internship for the award winner. Deadline for submission: November 15, 2012
See website for additional information and to apply: ASPIRA - The New American Workforce Scholarship and Internship Program
Pennsylvania Black Conference on Higher Education Scholarship
The PBCOHE will award $1,000 scholarships to the most talented undergraduates and graduate African American students in Pennsylvania. Deadline for submission: December 7, 2012
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: Pennsylvania Black Conference on Higher Education
New Economy Technology Scholarship (NETS) Program
The New Economy Technology Scholarship Program is administrated jointly by the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency and the Pennsylvania Department of Education. This scholarship makes financial aid available to undergraduates studying in an approved science field.
The goal of this program is to help address the critical need to educate and retain a workforce of highly trained technology experts that will help Pennsylvania attract and support new employers. Recipients of these scholarships must agree to work full time in Pennsylvania following graduation, one year for each year that a scholarship award is received. These scholarships are not based on financial need.
New Economy Technology Scholarships provide up to $3,000 per year based on total educational costs (tuition and mandatory fees, room, board, and an allowance for books) to students who are enrolled full time, for a maximum of three years. Deadline for submission: December 31, 2012
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: PHEAA — New Economy Technology Scholarship (NETS)
Talbot’s Women’s Scholarship Fund
The Talbots Charitable Foundation is pleased to offer a unique, national, $200,000 scholarship program: a fund just for women who earned their high school diploma or GED at least ten years ago and who are now seeking a college degree. The Talbots Women’s Scholarship Fund annually awards seventeen $10,000 scholarships and one $30,000 scholarship to women returning to college. Deadline for submission: January 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: Talbots Women’s Scholarship Fund
SpecialCableDeals.com Scholarship
Students will compete for a $1,000 scholarship offered by SpecialCableDeals.com. Interested students can write a brief essay on a selected topic. Deadline for submission: January 1, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: SpecialCableDeals.com
The American Chemical Society Scholars Program
The American Chemical Society provides scholarships for qualified applicants who want to enter the fields of chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering, or other chemically related fields such as environmental science, materials science, or toxicology. The program is designed to encourage African-American, Hispanic/Latino, and American Indian students to pursue degrees in the chemical sciences and chemical technology. Deadline for submission: January 4, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: American Chemical Society
Stewardship Science Graduate Fellowship
Through the Stewardship Science Graduate Fellowship, doctoral students may receive up to four years of financial support while pursuing degrees in the fields of study important to the Department of Energy National Nuclear Security Administration. Areas of specific interest include: nuclear science, materials under extreme conditions and hydrodynamics, and high-energy density physics. Deadline for application submission is: January 16, 2013
For more information and access to the online application, visit: Stewardship Science Graduate Fellowship
Varsity Tutors Scholarship
Varsity Tutors offers a monthly $1,000 college scholarship contest to students who write the best essay in response to a monthly prompt. Visitors to the Varsity Tutors scholarship webpage will be able to vote via social media for submitted entries. The top five entries with the most votes will be reviewed by Varsity Tutors and one winner will be chosen who will receive a $1,000 college scholarship. Deadline for application submission is: January 31, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: Varsity Tutors
Google Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship
Dr. Anita Borg devoted her life to revolutionizing the way we think about technology and dismantling the barriers that keep women and minorities from entering the computing and technology fields. A group of female undergraduate and graduate students will each receive a $10,000 scholarship. All finalists and recipients will also be invited to an all-expenses paid trip to the Google Headquarters in California. Eligible candidates will be entering their senior year of undergraduate study or are graduate students in the United States pursuing a degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a related technical field and maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.5. Deadline for submission: February 8, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: The Google Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship
David A. Long Scholarship
This scholarship is offered by the American Water Works Association (AWWA), dedicated to the improvement of drinking water quality and supply. The Pennsylvania section of the AWWA encourages study in fields relating to the water supply industry and is offering a $2,000 scholarship to eligible students. Eligible students must have completed at least one semester of their college junior year, are college seniors or graduate students pursuing a degree that may lead to a career in the water supply industry, and are attending a Pennsylvania college. Deadline for submission: February 8, 2013
For application materials and questions, please contact:
PA-AWWA Office
P.O. Box D
New Cumberland, PA 17070
717-774-8870
E-mail: paawwa@paawwa.org
Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh Scholarships
The Jewish federation of Greater Pittsburgh awards grants to students who reside in Allegheny, Beaver, Butler, Washington, and Westmoreland counties. Any Jewish high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student with demonstrated need is eligible to apply. Deadline for submission: February 11, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: Central Scholarship and Loan Referral Service
Soil and Water Conservation Society Scholarship
The SWCS strives to foster the science and art of natural resources on working land. They work to discover, develop, implement, and constantly improve ways to use land that sustains its productive capacity and enhances the environment. The Keystone Chapter of the Soil and Water Conservation Society is offering two $500 scholarships to college undergraduate students in the fields of agriculture, environmental studies, soils, or natural resources. Scholarships will be awarded on the basis of academic merit, quality of a written essay, financial need, and educational and career goals that are consistent with the SWCS mission. Deadline for submission: February 12, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: Keystone Chapter, SWCS
For application materials and questions, please contact
Yuri Plowden, Chair
Scholarship Committee, Keystone Chapter, SWCS
161 E. Aaron Drive
State College, PA 16803
E-mail: yplowden@hotmail.com
Instrumentation, Systems, and Automation Society (ISA)
The Instrumentation, Systems, and Automation Society is an association of industry professionals focused on promoting and advancing the field of automation and control. ISA is committed to assisting future automation professionals prepare for, kick off, and make the most of their careers by providing scholarships, discounted student memberships, opportunities to publish papers, student activities, and mentoring other activities. Deadline for submission: February 15, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: ISA Home
Clark E. DeHaven Scholarship Trust
The Clark E. DeHaven Scholarship is intended to provide financial support to students who demonstrate a commitment to a food service career. Applicants must be currently enrolled in an accredited program that will lead to an undergraduate degree in a field of study designed to prepare students for careers in food service or related areas. The scholarship is intended to be used during the traditional academic year (Fall through Spring) for academic purposes such as tuition, fees, room and board, and/or books. Scholarships will be awarded to full-time undergraduate students only. Deadline for submission: February 15, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: The National Association of College and University Food Services
Memorial Education Fund Scholarship
The Institute of Management Accountants is offering the Memorial Education Fund Scholarship to undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees in accounting or finance. The scholarship ranges from $1,000 to $2,500. Applicants will also be considered for the Stuart Cameron and Margaret McCloud Memorial Scholarship in the amount of $5,000. The winner will also receive lodging, transportation, and registration costs for both the IMA Annual Conference and Exposition and the IMA Student Leadership Conference. Deadline for submission: February 15, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: Institute of Management Accountants
Frank L. Greathouse Government Accounting Scholarship
The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada is pleased to announce the Frank L. Greathouse Government Accounting Scholarship competition. This scholarship competition is for undergraduate and graduate students who are enrolled full time in a university preparing for a career in state and local government finance in the United States or Canada. One of more scholarships of $3,500 each is available. Deadline for submission: February 22, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: Government Finance Officers Association
Minorities in Government Finance Scholarship
The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada is pleased to announce the Minorities in Government Finance Scholarship. This scholarship competition is for minority students of public administration, accounting, finance, political science, economics, or business administration (with a specific focus on government or nonprofit management) at the upper-division undergraduate or graduate level. One scholarship of $5,000 is available for award. Deadline for submission: February 22, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: Government Finance Officers Association
Buick Achievers Scholarship Program
Extraordinary people all have a back story: The steps they have taken, choosing to give back to their community. The Buick Achievers Scholarship Program recognizes and supports their journey. They want to help those who put forth the effort and find success both in and out of the classroom, yet are unable to attend college without financial assistance. The following students should apply: High school seniors and current undergraduates, those who plan to enroll full time at a four-year college or university in 2013–2014, those who plan to major in a field of study that focuses on engineering, technology, design, or business, with an interest in the automotive industry. Deadline for submission: February 28, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: Buick Achievers Scholarship Program
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McKee Scholars
The Estate of John McKee, through the McKee Scholarship Committee, offers scholarships for college or vocational training to high school seniors or graduates (not over age 19 years at the time of the application) who meet all of the following criteria: (a) fatherless boys (i.e., whose biological or lost adoptive father is actually dead or has been declared missing by a competent authority) of any race; "missing" may also include permanently absent, dysfunctional, and not functioning as a father to the applicant; (b) in need of financial assistance; and (c) native to the five-county Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area (Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia). Deadline forsubmission: March 1, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and application to apply: McKee Scholars
Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation — Wildlife Leadership Awards
The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation’s Wildlife Leadership Awards Program was established to recognize, encourage, and promote leadership among future wildlife management professionals. Each year, the Elk foundation awards up to ten $2,000 scholarships to outstanding college juniors and seniors studying in a wildlife-related natural resource program. Deadline for submission: March 1, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation
Pennsylvania Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (PRAEF) Scholarship Program
The Pennsylvania Restaurant Association Educational Foundation offers scholarships to graduating high school seniors furthering their education in the hospitality industry and to students currently enrolled in an accredited Hospitality Culinary Arts program in an accredited post-secondary institution. Deadline for submission: March 1, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: PRAEF
Indiana Business and Professional Women’s Club (BPW) Scholarship
This scholarship in the amount of $500 is open to undergraduate students with a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or better and who have completed at least 28 credits. Applicant must maintain a permanent residence in Indiana County and demonstrate involvement in the campus community as well as a commitment to the local community. Application and further details are available at the Indiana BPW website. Deadline for submission: March 2, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: Indiana BPW
American Council of Engineering Companies/PA (ACEC/PA) Scholarship
The ACEC/PA is offering at least one $3,000 scholarship (with the possibility of more). To qualify, you must be a U.S. citizen, be a full-time sophomore or junior pursuing a bachelor’s degree in engineering or environmental sciences, and meet at least one of these criteria: attend college in Pennsylvania, be a Pennsylvania resident, serve or have served as an intern with a Pennsylvania office of an ACEC/PA member firm. Deadline for submission: March 15, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: ACEC/PA
Indiana County Junior Women’s Civic Club Zaida Weaver Scholarship
The Indiana County Junior Women’s Civic Club Zaida Weaver Scholarship is named after the late Mrs. W. Clair Weaver, former sponsor of the club and honorary life member. The $1,000 scholarship is awarded to a female Indiana County resident, 21 years of age or older, who is beginning a course of study or returning to school to complete an interrupted education. The scholarship may be used at any institution of higher learning, but not towards a graduate program. Deadline for submission: March 30, 2013
For application materials and questions, please contact: Erin Fritz, IUP Office of Financial Aid, at efritz@iup.edu
Marian J. Wettrick Charitable Foundation Grant
The Marian J. Wettrick Charitable Foundation offers financial assistance to certain qualified female students graduating from a Pennsylvania college or university and who have gained admission and will subsequently attend and/or are attending a Pennsylvania medical school for internships at accredited medical teaching hospitals. Deadline for submission: March 31, 2013
Eligible applicants may apply for the financial assistance by contacting:
Marian J. Wettrick Charitable Foundation
Citizdens and Northern Bank, Trustee
Trust Department
10 North Main Street - PO Box 229
Coudersport, PA 16915-0229
Phone: 814-274-1927
Email: eileenb@cnbankpa.com
Johnstown/Somerset Labor Council, AFL-CIO
Since the early 1990s, the Central Labor council has administered an annual essay contest encouraging students to conduct research about the many contributions organized labor has made to American society. Thousands of dollars have helped local student pay for their schooling. Applicants must submit a thousand-word essay on the subject assigned to the appropriate category.
There are two categories of applicants
- Category 1: Open to high school seniors who are either accepted or registered as a full-time student at a postsecondary educational institution. The subject of this category’s essay is "Health Care Crisis in the United States. How does it affect our families, our jobs, our retirees, and our communities?" Awards for this category are first prize from the Honorable Congressman John P. Murtha Memorial Scholarship in the amount of $1,500; and second, third, and fourth prizes for this category are paid internships courtesy of Ameriserv Financial in the amounts of $1,300 (second prize), $1,200 (third prize), and $1,000 (fourth prize).
- Category 2: Open to full-time students currently attending an accredited postsecondary institution. The subject of this category’s essay is "How would workers benefit by the passage of the Employee Free choice Act (EFCA)?" First prize is a $1,200 scholarship and second prize is a $1,000 scholarship.
To apply, the essay must be typed in Times New Roman, 12 point, double-spaced on regular 8½" x 11" white paper. Do not cover. Information on the application must be either printed or typed. Complete the application form and return it along with your essay. Deadline for submission: March 31, 2013
For application materials and questions, please contact: Erin Fritz, IUP Office of Financial Aid, efritz@iup.edu
National Federation of the Blind Scholarship
The National Federation of the Blind provides a broad array of scholarships to recognize achievement by blind scholars. Applicants must be legally blind and pursuing a full-time, post-secondary course of study. Scholarship winners are also given the opportunity to attend the NFB national convention with all expenses paid. The convention provides opportunities to develop mentoring relationships and network with the nation’s most dynamic leaders of the blind community. Deadline for submission: March 31, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: NFB — National Federation of the Blind Scholarship Program
Appalachian Healthcare Human Resources Society (AHCHRS) Scholarship
A scholarship in memory of former AHCHRS members Dean Stultz and Samuel Griggs, in the amount of $2,000, is being offered to individuals majoring in Human Resources or a Business major with a minor in Human Resource Management Adminstration. The undergraduate student must be in his or her junior or senior year. Application with two letters of recommendation and applicant’s official transcript are required. Deadline for submission: April 1, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: AHCHRS
AICPA/Accountemps Student Scholarship
The AICPA/Accountemps Student Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to five AICPA student affiliate members pursuing studies in accounting, finance, or information systems. The amount of the scholarship is $2,500 each for one year. The AICPA/Accountemps Student Scholarship is intended to encourage undergraduate and graduate students to consider careers in accounting and business. Deadline for submission: April 1, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: AICPA/Accountemps Scholarships
AICPA John L. Carey Scholarships Program
Liberal arts students wishing to pursue graduate accounting study can receive financial aid through the AICPA John L. Carey Scholarships Program. Scholarships are available to all liberal arts degree holders of any regionally accredited U.S. institution who wish to pursue a CPA certificate. Scholarships are given based on academic achievement, leadership, and future career interests. Each year, up to seven recipients will be awarded $5,000 and will be eligible for renewal for one more year, provided satisfactory scholastic progress is maintained. Deadline for submission: April 1, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: John L. Carey Scholarships
Education Portal—Computer Science and Computer Engineering Academic Scholarship
Through this scholarship, $1,000 is awarded to a student pursuing a degree in computer science. Areas of study that will be considered include computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, database management, computer networking, computer programming, and information technology management. Applicants must complete an application, be a U.S. citizen, must be enrolled in an accredited college or university, and must have a minimum of 30 semester hours still to be completed. Deadline for submission: April 1, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: Education Portal, Computer Science
AICPA Scholarship for Minority Accounting Students
AICPA awards scholarships to minority students who show outstanding potential for becoming certified public accountants. Scholarships are available for both undergraduate and graduate students. Applicants must be enrolled full time. Deadline for submission: April 1, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: Scholarships for Minority Accounting Students
iModules Scholarship
Now in its sixth year, the iModules Scholarship Program annually provides individual financial scholarships to students enrolled in secondary or higher education institutions that are current iModules clients. Students must meet the minimum qualification to be eligible for a scholarship: full-time student for the Fall 2013 semester, attending or will be attending a school that is an iModules client for Fall 2013, a minimum “C” grade point average. Deadline for submission: April 1, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: iModules Scholarship
John Family Health Careers Scholarship
The John Family Health Careers Scholarship at Evangelical Community Hospital provides annual financial awards to students entering college for the purpose of pursuing a career as a respiratory therapist, medical technologist, medical imaging technologist, clinical laboratory scientist, or cytotechnologist. Applicants must have a diploma or equivalent from high schools in Union, Snyder, or Northumberland counties, Pennsylvania. Deadline for submission: April 1, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: Evangelical Community Hospital
Dr. F. L. Vaughns Memorial Scholarship Fund, Fayette County Branch - N.A.A.C.P.
The Fayette County Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People has the unique opportunity, in relation to the aforementioned academic year, to offer two $500 awards to nontraditional students that are residents of Fayette County. Candidates of African-American descent must meet the following criteria:
- Must be at least 19 years of age or older, and have been out of school one full term.
- Applicant must demonstrate that he/she has adult responsibilities, such as:
- lives in independently established household
- is a single parent with the responsibility to financially support dependent child (documentation required)
- is a single parent with the primary responsibility of care giving for a dependent child(ren) (documentation required)
- Applicant must meet at least one of the following educational requirements:
- If applying for this award in pursuit of a bachelor’s degree at an accredited college or university, applicant must have earned at least a 2.5 cumulative average, while in high school. Applicant must request a copy of high school transcript from high school they graduated from. A Transcript Request Form is included with the application packet, for your convenience. Certified copy of transcript is to be mailed to the Education Committee of the Fayette County N.A.A.C.P., to the address below:
Education/Scholarship Committee
Fayette County N.A.A.C.P.
137 N. Beeson Avenue, Suite #113
Uniontown, PA 15401-2936
- If applying for this award in pursuit of a two-year degree at an accredited college or university, career, trade, business, or other accredited specialty school, applicant must have earned at least a 2.0 cumulative average, while in high school, or successfully completed GED equivalency requirements. Applicant must request a copy of transcript from high school they graduated from, and have certified transcript mailed to the Education Committee of the Fayette County N.A.A.C.P., to the address below:
Education/Scholarship Committee
Fayette County N.A.A.C.P.
137 N. Beeson Avenue, Suite #113
Uniontown, PA 15401-2936
- Applicant must enroll at accredited institution of higher learning for a minimum of 6 credits, or any such recognized equivalent measure.
- Proof of financial need must be provided
Deadline for submission: April 15, 2013
For application materials and questions, please contact: Erin Fritz, IUP Office of Financial Aid, at efritz@iup.edu.
Pittsburgh Advertising Federation Scholarship
The Pittsburgh Advertising Federation Scholarship was created at the Pittsburgh Foundation to build stronger ties between the Pittsburgh advertising community and university-level students entering the advertising field. The motivation for this scholarship is to inspire and reward outstanding candidates who have demonstrated potential success in the field and bring cultural diversity to the Pittsburgh advertising industry. The Pittsburgh Advertising Federation Scholarship Fund will provide scholarships generally in the amount of $1,500 to undergraduate students (junior and senior level) who demonstrate an interest in pursuing a career in advertising. Deadline for submission: April 15, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: The Pittsburgh Foundation
National Scholarship Program for Students with Disabilities
The ChairScholars National Scholarship Program provides eligible high school seniors and college freshmen with tuition funds to attend the college or university of their choice. To be considered, an applicant must be physically challenged or may be chair-confined, have a verifiable unmet financial need, have at least a B average, and show some form of significant community service or social contribution in the past. Deadline for submission: April 15, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: ChairScholars Foundation
Citizens Bank Scholarship
The TruFit Good Citizen Scholarship is awarded to students whose volunteer efforts made a difference in their communities. In 2012, Citizens Bank continued the college scholarship contest, awarding 40 scholarships totaling $50,000 to high school seniors and current college students across the country who are attending or have been accepted to a federally accredited four-year college, university or graduate program and who have been active in community service. To apply, submit a 250-word or less essay or a 60-seconds or less video. Entries should demonstrate how you provide leadership in your community and include the number of hours that you commit to the organization. You’ll also need to submit the names of two references with your application. Deadline for submission: April 19, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: Citizens Bank
The Noyce Scholarship
The Noyce Scholarship is sponsored by the Collaborative for Excellence in Teacher Preparation in Pennsylvania with the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education. The scholarship is intended for undergraduate and graduate students majoring in science or mathematics who intend to teach in a "high need" school. The maximum award is $10,000 annually. Deadline for submission: April 20, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: PA Foundation
Suzanne M. Lynch Memorial Scholarship
The Suzanne M. Lynch memorial scholarship was created to assist interior design majors who are completing their junior year at one of the following colleges: IUP, LaRoche College, Mercyhurst College, Carlow College, or the Art Institute of Pittsburgh. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and demonstrate financial need. Deadline for submission: April 28, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: Suzanne M. Lynch Memorial Scholarship Fund — The Pittsburgh Foundation
Westmoreland Arts and Heritage Festival Scholarship
To support Westmoreland County students pursuing a career in the visual arts, the festival has established a $500 scholarship that will be awarded to a current sophomore, junior, or senior at an accredited college/university enrolled in a visual arts program. Requirements include: writing a personal statement to include career goals, accomplishments, experiences to date in the arts; academic distinctions/honors received; involvement on campus; work experiences; involvement in service outreach; minimum of three digital images representing your work; and a copy of your high school transcript. Deadline for submission: April 30, 2013
For application materials and questions, please contact: Erin Fritz, IUP Office of Financial Aid, efritz@iup.edu.
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The Foundation of the National Student Nurses’ Association, Inc.
The Foundation of the National Student Nurses’ Association (FNSNA) was created in 1969 to honor Frances Tompkins, the association’s first executive director. This scholarship is for undergraduate students who are pursuing their first degree in nursing. Awards range from $1,000 to $5,000. The application will be available in May 2013.
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: National Student Nurses’ Association — NSNA
Joseph A. Holmes Safety Association Scholarship
The Joseph A. Holmes Safety Association endeavors to promote health and safety within the mining industry. This scholarship shall be open to persons currently employed or who are pursuing careers in the mining industry, safety, and health fields. High school graduates, undergraduates, and graduate students currently enrolled in a college or university are all eligible to apply. Deadline for submission: May 1, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: Joseph A. Holmes Safety Association Scholarship Program
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Nursing Scholarship
The Nursing Scholarship Program is a selective program of the U.S. government that helps alleviate the critical shortage of registered nurses currently experienced by certain types of health care facilities by helping needy students complete their registered nurse training. In exchange for the scholarship, upon graduation, the newly minted nurses work at these types of facilities for at least two years. Nursing scholars fulfilling their service commitment receive a competitive salary and benefits package, which they negotiate directly with the employing facility.
Applications are accepted once each year, beginning in March or April and ending in April or May. Applicants selected to receive the scholarship are notified by postal letter no later than the end of July. In exchange for at least two years service at a health care facility with a critical shortage of nurses, the Nursing Scholarship Program pays tuition, required fees, other reasonable costs, including required books, clinical supplies, laboratory expenses, etc., and a monthly stipend ($1,289 for the 2012–2013 school year). You must meet the following criteria to be eligible: U.S. citizens (born or naturalized), nationals or lawful permanent residents, enrolled or accepted for enrollment in a professional registered nurse program (baccalaureate, graduate, associate degree, or diploma) at accredited school of nursing located in a U.S. state or territory, begin classes no later than September 30, free from any federal judgment liens, free from existing service commitments, and not delinquent on a federal debt. Preference is given to qualified applicants with the greatest financial need who are enrolled full time in an undergraduate nursing program. Deadline for submission: May 2, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Nursing Scholarship Program
David A. Bielski Educational Scholarship
The award recipient must be enrolled as a full-time student attending any accredited degree program in any System of Higher Education. The applicant must be a union member, or a dependent child of a union member, or a grandchild residing in the home of a union member in good standing of a local union affiliated with the NWPA Area Labor Federation, AFL-CIO. A 500 word essay must be submitted on the topic, "What made you choose your major/minor and how will it impact others?" Deadline for submission: May 3, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: Northwestern Pennsylvania Area Labor Federation, AFL-CIO
CableTV.com Scholarship
The CableTV.com Psychological Impact of TV Scholarship is open to current or prospective college students who are enrolled or are planning on enrolling in a college or university program. The scholarship can be applied to any accredited U.S. university. Essays will be no longer than 1000 words in length and will be judged by professional writers. The criteria by which the essays will be judged are: originality and effectiveness of argument, depth of information, and grammar. Deadline for submission: May 8, 2013
See website for complete eligibility and to apply: CableTV.com
SunTrust Off to College Scholarship
High school seniors can win a $1,000 scholarship for their first-year expenses at an accredited college. It is free to enter, and one winner will be chosen every two weeks from October 28, 2011, through May 11, 2012. Only one entry per person for each drawing; however, students can register after each drawing for the next scheduled drawing. Submissions begin October 26, 2012 through May 10, 2013.
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: SunTrust — Off To College Scholarship Sweepstakes
National Health Service Corps Scholarship
The NHSC Scholarship Program (SP) awards scholarships each year to students pursuing careers in primary care. In return, students commit to serving for two to four years, upon graduation and completion of training. All students applying to the program must be a U.S. citizen or national and enrolled or accepted in an eligible degree program at a U.S. accredited school in Medicine: MD or DO; Dentistry: DMD or DDS; Nurse Practitioner (Adult, Family, Geriatrics, Pediatrics, Psychiatric, or Women’s health); Certified Nurse-Midwife; and Physician Assistant. Deadline for submission: May 14, 2013
See website for complete eligibility and to apply: National Health Service Corps Scholarship
Martha M. Dohner Memorial Scholarship
Through the Martha M. Dohner Memorial Scholarship, her memory is honored by assisting the education of a woman pursuing her degree. One $1,000 scholarship is awarded annually. A female student must be enrolled in both the Spring and Fall 2011 terms, have completed at least 15 credits toward a bachelor’s degree by the end of May 2011 with at least a 3.25 GPA, be a permanent resident of Dauphin or Cumberland county, and demonstrate financial need. Deadline for submission: May 19, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: AAUW – Harrisburg Chapter
Beverly J. Smith Memorial Scholarship
Through the Beverly J. Smith Memorial Scholarship, her memory is honored by assisting the education of a woman working towards a bachelor’s degree. Two $2,500 scholarships are awarded. A female student must be enrolled in both the Spring and Fall 2011 terms, have completed at least 60 credits toward a bachelor’s degree by the end of May 2011 with at least a 3.4 GPA, be a permanent resident of Dauphin, Cumberland, or Perry county, and demonstrate financial need. Deadline for submission: May 20, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: AAUW – Harrisburg Chapter
ASCO Numatics Scholarship
ASCO Numatics will award two merit-based scholarships of $5,000 each to exceptional undergraduate and graduate engineering students pursuing careers in manufacturing, processing, or other industrial automation related disciplines. Applicants must be enrolled full-time in an engineering, instrumentation, systems, electrical, mechanical, or automation discipline at an accredited U.S. educational institution. Applicants must be entering their junior or senior year in a four-year undergraduate degree program or enrolled in a graduate program. They must also have at least a 3.2 GPA on a 4.0 scale and be a U.S. citizen or legal U.S. resident. Deadline for submission: May 24, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: ASCO Numatics Scholarship
Glen Beach Memorial Scholarship, Bedford County Conservation Scholarship
The Bedford County Conservation District is offering a $500 scholarship in honor of the late Glen Beach and his contributions in conservation tillage, funded through the No-Till Rental Equipment Program. The scholarship is available to Bedford County High School graduates and/or Bedford County residents who are undergraduate college students in the field of agriculture, environmental studies, soils, or natural resources. Applicants should be sophomore, junior, or senior status. Scholarships will be awarded on the basis of academic merit, curriculum of study, quality of the written essay, and career goals that are consistent with the BCCD mission. The BCCD encourages stewardship and conservation of natural resources for this and future generations. BCCD strives to develop, implement, and improve ways to use land that sustain the productive capacity and enhance the environment. BCCD promotes the conservation of soil, water, and related natural resources on working land, land producing food, and other services that improve the quality of life. Successful recipients will be notified by postal mail shortly after the committee selection—anticipate scholarship availability in September. For complete information, contact Bedford Country Conservation District, Scholarship Committee, Fairlawn Court Suite 3, 702 W. Pitt Street, Bedford, PA 15522. Telephone 814-623-8099. Deadline for submission: May 31, 2013
See website for complete information: Bedford County Conservation
William Plank Memorial Scholarship, Bedford County Conservation District
A special $500 memorial scholarship has been established in honor of environmentalist William Plank for his dedication to conservation. The William Plank Memorial Scholarship is available to an undergraduate college student in the field of environmental studies. Courses should be related to natural resources, soils, plants, animal science, agriculture, or forestry. Applicants should be sophomore, junior, or senior status. Scholarships will be awarded on the basis of financial need, academic merit, curriculum of study, quality of the written essay, and career goals that are consistent with the BCCD mission. The BCCD encourages stewardship and conservation of natural resources for this and future generations. BCCD strives to develop, implement, and improve ways to use land that sustain the productive capacity and enhance the environment. BCCD promotes the conservation of soil, water, and related natural resources on working land, land producing food, and other services that improve the quality of life. The scholarship will be available as early as September 2008 for disbursement. The successful applicant will be notified by postal mail soon after the committee has arrived at a decision. Please note that the money will be paid directly to the school of your choice after confirmation of enrollment, and that online courses are eligible. The funds must be used within one year of notification of the scholarship award. For more information, contact Bedford County Conservation District, Scholarship Committee, Fairlawn Court Suite 3, 702 W Pitt Street, Bedford, PA 15522. Telephone 814-623-8099. Deadline for submission: May 31, 2013
See website for complete eligibility and application to apply: Bedford County Conservation
Media and Technology Blogging Scholarship
Direct2TV.com is offering a $1,000 Media and Technology Blogging scholarship to a current or incoming undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited university who writes and publishes a blog post describing his or her interaction with technology, and how technology functions as part of interaction with today’s society in general. Deadline for submission: June 1, 2013
See website for complete eligibility and application to apply: Direct2TV.com
Dudley and Sylvia Kramer Memorial Scholarship
The Arc of York County invites students to apply for the Dudley and Sylvia Kramer Memorial Scholarship. The Arc of York County has been serving individuals with intellectual disabilities and their families since 1952. Applicants must be residents of York County, Pennsylvania, be currently engaged in an educational pursuit with a goal of working with people with intellectual disabilities, and show a demonstrated need for tuition assistance. A scholarship of up to $750 will be awarded in August 2009. Deadline for submission: June 6, 2013
See website for complete eligibility and to apply: The Arc of York County
Abbott and Fenner Annual Scholarship Awards
Abbott and Fenner are committed to continuing our efforts at helping those who have the desire and ambition to succeed. The winner(s) of this annual scholarship will receive their award within two weeks of the listed deadline. All applicants should include their full name and mailing address with their submissions. Deadline for submission: June 14, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Awards
Mary Blake Single Parent Nursing Scholarship
The Mary Blake Single Parent Nursing Scholarship is a one-time $500 scholarship. Applicant has to prove U.S. citizenship, be a single parent, be enrolled in an accredited school of nursing, and provide qualified transcripts and ACT or SAT scores. Deadline for submission: June 15, 2013
See website for complete eligibility and to apply: Single Parent Nursing Scholarship
BigSun Scholarship
The BigSun Organization is proud to be able to continue to help young athletes succeed in their academic pursuits. BigSun is offering an annual scholarship to a deserving student. All student athletes are eligible for this award, regardless of which sport they are participating in. Deadline for submission: June 21, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: BigSun Scholarship
College Blogging Scholarship
Your local security will award $1,000 to one applicant who writes the winning political blog post. Deadline for submission: June 30, 2013
See website for complete eligibility and to apply: College Blogging Scholarship
Future Counselors of America Scholarship
Annual scholarship awards $1,000 to U.S. undergraduates and graduates majoring in Psychology who seek a career in relationship counseling or a related field. Applicants will be judged based on academic achievement (minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA) and a minimum 500- to maximum 900-word essay entitled "The Psychology of Online Dating." The essay should address the psychological issues and challenges facing singles given the growing popularity of online dating, and how relationship professionals can help online daters navigate these challenges. Deadline for submission: June 30, 2013
See website for complete eligibility and to apply: Future Counselors of America
Pittsburgh Metropolitan Area Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Foundation (PMAHCC)
The PMAHCC Foundation is offering scholarships to students who are Hispanic/Latino or of Hispanic/Latino descent. Student must be a resident of Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Fayette, Westmoreland, or Washington county; demonstrate unmet financial need of at least $1,000 after the financial aid award package has been determined; have at least one parent of Hispanic ancestry (at least one of applicant’s grandparents must be Hispanic); have a minimum grade point average of 3.0; and be enrolled as a full-time student. In addition, students must write a 250-word essay describing “How you will be a catalyst for a positive change in your community.” Deadline for submission: June 30, 2013
For application materials, please contact: Erin Fritz, IUP Financial Aid Office, at efritz@iup.edu.
Sustainable LawnCare Leaders Scholarship
LawnCare.net is proud to offer a $500 scholarship to a qualified undergraduate student pursuing a career in sustainable botany, horticulture, landscape architecture, or related field. LawnCare.net believes that sustainable practices are the key to a healthy planet, and actively supports the environmental service industry. This scholarship is intended to raise awareness of various environmental sustainability initiatives, and to highlight the efforts of those pursuing careers in these fields.
The scholarship will be awarded to the student who best demonstrates the potential to be a leader and innovator of green practices in the pursuit of his or her career. Candidates must be United States citizens or legal residents enrolled full-time at an accredited college, university, or trade school. Deadline for submission: July 1, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: LawnCare.net
Krill Oil Scholarship
Everest Nutrition’s Krill Oil will be giving $1,000 to two students, pursuing further education beyond a high school level, as part of the “Krill Oil - Educate Your Heart” program. Interested participants must meet the following criteria: Eligibility is for any student currently enrolled in the Fall/Spring school year of 2012–2013 at any college, university, trade, or technical school within the United States or Canada; students must maintain a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 (or the equivalent; students must be 16 years or older at the time of enrollment; must be a Canadian/American citizen or hold a valid student visa; winning participants will be required to submit a photo for promotional purposes. Deadline for submission: July 5, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: Krill Oil Scholarship
Vanguard Women in Information Technology Scholarship Program
The Vanguard Women in Information Technology Scholarship Program provides merit-based scholarships of up to $10,000 to female students pursuing studies in: computer science, computer engineering, web design, other IT-related disciplines. The application will be available in mid-August 2013.
See website for additional information and to apply: Vanguard Women in Information Technology Scholarship Program
Vanguard Minority Scholarship Program
The Vanguard Minority Scholarship Program provides merit-based scholarships of up to $10,000 to minority students pursuing studies in: business, finance, economics, and accounting. The application will be available in mid-August 2013.
See website for additional information and to apply: Vanguard Minority Scholarship Program
Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest
The Ayn Rand Institute offers yearly scholarships to college students who read the novel Atlas Shrugged. Applicants must submit an essay answering one of three essay prompts designated by the institute. Deadline for submission: September 17, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: The Ayn Rand Institute: Atlas Shrugged Contest
AES Engineers Scholarship
AES Engineers believes that achieving a high grade point average should not be the only criteria for determining who deserves to be helped. For that reason they are offering a scholarship that will be awarded on the basis of character, as determined by evaluating the essays that are submitted. Scholarships are intended for our future leaders across a wide spectrum of fields of study. This award is available to high school seniors and all students attending a post secondary educational facility. You are not required to be taking Engineering courses to be eligible. Students must submit an essay of between 500 and 1,000 words in answer to the following question: Reflecting on your personal experiences and/or circumstances, tell us something about yourself that distinguishes you as a potential scholarship candidate. Deadline for submission: October 4, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: AES Engineers
HubShout Internet Marketing Scholarship
Students who have completed at least one year of post-secondary education and are working toward a career in online marketing are invited to apply for the HubShout Scholarship. A scholarship will be awarded to three students ($1,000 each) who have at least a 3.0 GPA and can best demonstrate a passion for online marketing. Deadline for subsmission: November 15, 2013
See website for additional information and to apply: HubShout Internet Marketing Scholarship
Wrought Iron Art Scholarship
Art Metal Workshop Inc. will be giving $1,000 to two students, pursuing further education beyond a high school level, as part of the “Wrought Iron Art Scholarship” program. Eligible students must submit an essay written around one of the two following questions: The modern use of wrought iron metals in residential construction, and the evolution of wrought iron processing/use through the 19th–20th centuries. Deadline for submission: December 1, 2013
See website for additional information and to apply: Wrought Iron Art
Foreclosure.com Scholarship Program
The Foreclosure.com Scholarship Program will reward five current college students with nearly $10,000 in academic grants by writing an 800- to 2,000-word essay on the following subject: What creative solutions, programs, and/or initiatives to stimulate the United States housing market, as well as to turn the foreclosure tide, must a presidential candidate outline/promise to earn your vote? Deadline for submission: December 15, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: Foreclosure.com
College Prowler Pittsburgh Student Scholarship
The Pittsburgh Student Scholarship is open to all high school, college, and graduate students currently attending a school in the following counties: Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Fayette, Greene, Indiana, Lawrence, Washington, and Westmoreland. To apply for the $1,000 Pittsburgh Student Scholarship, students simply need to log in or register for a free account at CollegeProwler.com and answer two short questions about being a student in Pittsburgh. Deadline for submission: December 31, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: College Prowler
Medical Professionals of Tomorrow Scholarship
The Medical Professionals of Tomorrow Scholarship is available to full-time college students who are pursuing a course of study in a medical field, including those studying to become a doctor, nurse, physical therapist, anesthesiologist, radiologist, and all those who are pursuing other medical fields. One applicant will be selected to receive this $5,000 scholarship award. Deadline for submission: December 31, 2013
See website for complete eligibility information and to apply: U.S. Medical Supplies
