Pennsylvania Scholarships
Pennsylvania, officially the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, is a state located in the northeastern and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. The Appalachian Mountains run through its middle. The Commonwealth is bordered by Delaware to the southeast, Maryland to the south, West Virginia to the southwest, Ohio to the west, Lake Erie and the Canadian province of Ontario to the northwest, New York to the north, and New Jersey to the east.
Pennsylvania is the 33rd-largest state by area, and the 6th-most populous state according to the last official U.S. Census count in 2010. It is the 9th-most densely populated of the 50 states. Pennsylvania's two most populous cities are Philadelphia (1,567,872), and Pittsburgh (303,625). The state capital and its 10th largest city is Harrisburg. Pennsylvania has 140 miles (225 km) of waterfront along Lake Erie and the Delaware Estuary.
The state is one of the 13 original founding states of the United States; it came into being in 1681 as a result of a royal land grant to William Penn, the son of the state's namesake. Part of Pennsylvania (along the Delaware River), together with the present State of Delaware, had earlier been organized as the Colony of New Sweden. It was the second state to ratify the United States Constitution, on December 12, 1787. Independence Hall, where the United States Declaration of Independence and United States Constitution were drafted, is located in the state's largest city of Philadelphia. During the American Civil War, the Battle of Gettysburg was fought in the south central region of the state. Valley Forge near Philadelphia was General Washington's headquarters during the bitter winter of 1777–78.
Pennsylvania College Scholarships
Smooth Transition PASSHE ScholarshipPoint Park University |
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award $3,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe Smooth Transition PASSHE Scholarship is available to incoming students at Point Park University who are transferring directly from a school within the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education. View Scholarship Details |
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Carol De Forest Forensic Science Research GrantNortheastern Association of Forensic Scientists |
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award Up to $2,500 |
deadline April 30, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe Carol De Forest Forensic Science Research Grant is available to full-time junior and senior-level undergraduate students and to graduate students who are majoring in forensic science or a related field. To be considered for this award, you must be enrolled at an institution in Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New... View Scholarship Details |
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George W. Chin Memorial ScholarshipNortheastern Association of Forensic Scientists |
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award $2,000 |
deadline April 30, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe George W. Chin Memorial Scholarship is available to full-time junior and senior-level undergraduate students and to graduate students who are majoring in forensic science or a related field. To be considered for this award, you must demonstrate academic excellence in your program and be enrolled at an institution in Maine, New Hampshire,... View Scholarship Details |
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George W. Neighbor Jr. Memorial ScholarshipNortheastern Association of Forensic Scientists |
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award $1,750 |
deadline April 30, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe George W. Neighbor Jr. Memorial Scholarship is available to full-time junior and senior-level undergraduate students and to graduate students who are majoring in forensic science or a related field. To be considered for this award, you must demonstrate academic excellence in your program and be enrolled at an institution in Maine, New... View Scholarship Details |
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Educational Gratuity ProgramPennsylvania's Department of Military and Veterans Affairs |
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award Up to $500 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe Educational Gratuity Program is open to children of honorably discharged veterans who have service - connected disabilities and served during a period of war or armed conflict, and children of veterans who died in service during a period of war or armed conflict. You must be between the ages of 16 and 23, have been living within the... View Scholarship Details |
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PHHC Nursing ScholarshipPreferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services |
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award $500 |
deadline December 31, 2024 |
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DescriptionThe PHHC Nursing Scholarship is available to undergraduate nursing students. You must be a resident of New Jersey, Pennsylvania, or Delaware to be eligible for this award. View Scholarship Details |
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Intel PhD Fellowship ProgramIntel Foundation |
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award Varies |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe Intel PhD Fellowship Program is open to PhD candidates at select U.S. universities who are working in fields related to Intel's business and research interests. The one - year fellowship includes a cash award, equipment with Intel architecture, an Intel mentor, and the opportunity to conduct research or an internship at Intel. View Scholarship Details |
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NACA Mid Atlantic Undergraduate Scholarship for Student LeadersNational Association for Campus Activities (NACA) |
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award Varies |
deadline November 30, 2024 |
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DescriptionThe NACA Mid Atlantic Undergraduate Scholarship for Student Leaders is available to undergraduate students enrolled in a college or university within the NACA Mid Atlantic region. You must have a minimum GPA of 2.5, and demonstrate significant leadership skills and ability to be eligible for this award. View Scholarship Details |
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Lucy A. Valero Memorial ScholarshipPennsylvania State Education Association |
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award Varies |
deadline January 31, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe Lucy A. Valero Memorial Scholarship is available to high school seniors who plan to enroll in an accredited teacher preparation program in Pennsylvania. You must demonstrate a high degree of academic proficiency to be considered for this award. View Scholarship Details |
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Jim Brett Global Conservation Education ScholarshipBerks County Community Foundation |
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award Varies |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe Jim Brett Global Conservation Education Scholarship is available to international students who wish to study environmental management and conservation education in Berks County, Pennsylvania. Unsolicited applications are not accepted. View Scholarship Details |
Pennsylvania Colleges
Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus
Four or more years; Public; $32,644 average out-state tuition; $17,416 average in-state tuition |
University of Pennsylvania
Four or more years; Private not for profit; $54,652 average out-state tuition; $54,652 average in-state tuition |
Temple University
Four or more years; Public; $29,712 average out-state tuition; $16,488 average in-state tuition |
Drexel University
Four or more years; Private not for profit; $54,766 average out-state tuition; $54,766 average in-state tuition |
University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Four or more years; Public; $34,124 average out-state tuition; $19,092 average in-state tuition |
Carnegie Mellon University
Four or more years; Private not for profit; $57,560 average out-state tuition; $57,560 average in-state tuition |
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
Four or more years; Public; $19,290 average out-state tuition; $7,716 average in-state tuition |
Popular Majors in Pennsylvania
- Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
- Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies
- Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician
- Business, Management, and Marketing
- Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences
- Early Childhood Education and Teaching
- Physical Therapy/Therapist
- Biology
- Business Administration, Management and Operations
- Political Science and Government
- Psychology
- Forensic Science and Technology
- Graphic Design
- Social Work
- Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences
- Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
- Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
- Criminal Justice and Corrections