Top 44 Pennsylvania Scholarships in September 2023

The Sharen and Mila Kohute Scholarship is a beacon of hope for first-generation female students who face unique obstacles when pursuing higher education. This scholarship honors the memory of Mila Kohute, who represents untapped potential, and Sharen Kohute, who personified hard work. Together, they inspire their family to create opportunities for new college students. This opportunity is open to female high school seniors and undergraduate students in Ohio, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, or Virginia who are first-generation college students. To apply, tell the Kohute family about someone who has impacted your life by helping you discover your full potential.

Sallie Mae will award $2,000 each month to eligible entrants. No essay or account sign-ups, just a simple scholarship for those seeking help paying for school.

Open to US-Based high school students in the classes of 2024 and 2025 — no essay, minimum GPA, test score, or citizenship requirements.

Open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.

The Blair County Medical Society Scholarship is open to medical students who have resided in Blair County, Pennsylvania for at least 12 months prior to registering as a medical student (not including time spent attending an undergraduate/graduate school in Pennsylvania). To apply, students must provide two reference letters, from persons other than family members, documenting the applicant's integrity, interpersonal skills, and potential as a physician. One letter must be from either a medical school professor or a physician. If you're a medical student in Blair County, Pennsylvania, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more, and keep on making a difference.

The Lycoming County Medical Society Scholarship is open to medical students who are residents of Lycoming County, Pennsylvania. Eligible applicants must have been Lycoming County residents for at least 12 months prior to registering as medical students. Each year, two students enrolled in an allopathic or osteopathic medical school win $2,000 each towards their education. The scholarship accepts applications from July 1st to September 30th of every year. If you’re eligible, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.

The William W. Lander, MD, Medical Student Scholarship is open to qualified medical students who reside in Montgomery County of  Pennsylvania. Applicants must have been residents of Montgomery County at the time of high school graduation or for at least four years prior to registering as medical students. Each year, two $2,500 awards will be awarded to students who meet such eligibility criteria and are enrolled in a fully-accredited United States medical school. The scholarship accepts applications from July 1st to September 30th of every year. If you're eligible, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.

Attention all Philadelphia area college students pursuing a career in journalism or multimedia arts! The Philadelphia Association of Black Journalists is offering a chance to win one of two $2,500 scholarships for those enrolled full-time in a four-year accredited college in the Philly region. If you're pursuing an undergraduate degree in journalism or communications, or another major working toward a journalism career, this challenge is for you! And for community college students, there's a $1,000 scholarship up for grabs for those pursuing an associate degree in journalism or multimedia arts. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to kickstart your career!

The Allegheny County Medical Society Medical Student Scholarship is open to medical students who have been residing in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania for at least 12 months prior to registering as a medical student. Applicants must be enrolled in or entering his/her third or fourth year of a Pennsylvania medical school. To apply, students must submit two letters of recommendation, a letter from their school verifying their enrollment, and a 500-word essay. If you're a medical school student in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.

The Dr. Satish and Rupal Shah Family Scholarship is looking for a full-time student at Penn State College of Medicine who is a member of the Pennsylvania Medical Society (membership is free for medical students). To apply, you'll need two reference letters highlighting your integrity, interpersonal skills, and potential as a future physician. At least one letter must be from a medical school professor or physician. You must also be a Pennsylvania resident for at least 12 months prior to registering as a medical student, with preference given to those from Central Pennsylvania. If you're eligible, don't miss out on this amazing opportunity!

The Foundation Education Award Scholarship is looking to help medical students from diverse backgrounds fund their medical school costs. Applicants who are African American/Black, Hispanic/Latino, Native American, or Southeast Asian are eligible to apply. In addition, you must be a Pennsylvania resident for at least 12 months prior to registering as a medical student and be enrolled full-time in an accredited Pennsylvania medical school. If you're a Pennsylvania medical school student from an underrepresented background, don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to further your education and career! Keep on reading to learn more.

The Ohio College Opportunity Grant (OCOG) is open to Ohio residents in an associate degree, first bachelor’s degree, or nurse diploma program at an eligible Ohio or Pennsylvania institution with an EFC (Expected Family Contribution) of $3,750 or less and a maximum household income of $96,000. To apply, interested students must submit their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by October 1st of the application year. If you're eligible, we encourage you to apply, and wish you good luck! Keep on reading to learn more.

The ASHRAE Region III Setty Family Foundation Scholarship is a one-year scholarship available annually to a student attending a post-secondary educational institution within the geographic boundaries of ASHRAE Region III (Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington D.C.). Applicants must be engineering or pre-engineering students pursuing a degree in a course of study that has traditionally been a preparatory curriculum for the HVAC&R profession and have a class standing of no less than the top 30 percent. In addition, applicants must meet at least one of the following criteria: be enrolled in an institution with an active ASHRAE Student Branch, or be in a program accredited by ABET or the Consejo de Acreditacion de la Ensenanza de la Ingenieria (CACEI). Keep on reading to learn more!

The Pennsylvania Chafee Education and Training Grant Program is a fantastic opportunity for undergraduate students who are aging out of foster care. This federally funded program offers grants to eligible students who are attending an eligible postsecondary institution. To qualify, applicants must be identified as a youth in foster care or a youth discharged or adopted from foster care at age 16, have not reached the age of 26 by July 1 of the upcoming academic year, and have graduated from high school or have received a Commonwealth Secondary School Diploma. Don't miss out on this amazing chance to further your education and secure your future! Submit your application and requirements via mail or fax.

The Katharine M. Grosscup Scholarships in Horticulture is a celebration of friendship and gardening within the GCA. This scholarship aims to inspire the study of horticulture and related fields. It's available to rising college sophomores, juniors, seniors, or Master's degree candidates in the upcoming Fall semester. Eligibility is open to U.S. Citizens and permanent residents enrolled in a U.S.-based institution. Students majoring in horticulture or related fields at institutions in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia are eligible. Apply now to pursue your passion for gardening and receive financial support for your education!

The Lou Manzione Scholarship is open to hockey-loving high school seniors from Pennsylvania, Delaware, and New Jersey. A total of two (2) one thousand dollar ($1,000) non-renewable scholarships are awarded annually, one to a New Jersey high school senior and one to a high school senior from Pennsylvania or Delaware who are registered members of USA Hockey and participates on a travel hockey team in the AAHA. If you're a goal-oriented student from Pennsylvania, Delaware, or New Jersey, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.

The Pittsburgh Promise Scholarship is a “last dollar” scholarship, meaning The Promise pays for eligible expenses after all other grants and scholarships, such as Pell, PHEAA, FSEOG, and institutional grants have been deducted. Every student who starts on day one of 9th grade and meets eligibility criteria will be eligible to earn up to $5,000 per year ($20,000 maximum) to be used at any accredited college, university, trade, or technical school in Pennsylvania. Eligible students must have been enrolled in Pittsburgh Public Schools, or one of its charters, continuously, since 9th grade, and graduate from one of these schools in the next four years. If you're a college-bound, Pittsburgh Public high school student, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.

The Pennsylvania State Grant is open to high school graduates and current postsecondary students enrolled at least half-time. Applicants must also be Pennsylvania residents, not have already received their bachelor's degree, and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and Pennsylvania State Grant Form. If you're a Pennsylvanian anticipating you'll need some help paying for your undergraduate education, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.

The Beverly J. Smith Memorial Scholarship is open to female residents of Dauphin, Cumberland, or Perry County (Pennsylvania) who attend accredited colleges or universities in Pennsylvania in pursuit of a bachelor’s degree. Requirements include completion of at least 60 credits, a minimum 3.40 GPA, demonstration of financial need, and enrollment as a full-time student for the upcoming academic year. If you're an undergraduate student and female resident of Dauphin, Cumberland, or Perry County, Pennsylvania, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.

The ExxonMobil Engineering Scholarship Program is intended to assist and encourage outstanding Hispanic college freshmen who plan to pursue a degree in engineering at U. S. post-secondary institutions. Applicants must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 scale or the equivalent, and plan to enroll in an accredited college or university. Applicants must reside within the following cities and surrounding areas and meet the following criteria to be considered for a scholarship: Albuquerque, New Mexico; Austin, Texas; Bayamon, Puerto Rico; Colorado Springs, Colorado; Corpus Christi, Texas; Dallas, Texas; El Paso, Texas; Houston, Texas; Kansas City, Missouri; Miami, Florida; Oxnard, California; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; San Antonio, Texas; San Diego, California; and Vancouver, Washington. If you're a Hispanic college freshman passionate about engineering, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.