Scholarships

Western PA Golf Association Scholarship

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

Must be a graduating senior
Must maintain a 2.8 GPA per term to continue receiving the scholarship
Must be employed at a WPGA member club for at least two seasons (in the clubhouse, golf shop, golf course, swimming pool, or tennis courts)
Potential applicants will need to submit a copy of their FAFSA to the WPGA.

Please click here for a copy of the application or pick up a paper copy in the guidance office.

Applications must be mailed to the address on the application form.

Deadline:

November 30, 2023

WPGA 2023

PA State Assoc. of Township Supervisors Scholarships

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

Must be a US Citizen
Must reside in a PA township of the 2nd class
Must be a current high school senior, planning to enroll in post secondary education in the fall of 2024

Two types of scholarships available:

Local Government Achievement Scholarship: This scholarship offers students the opportunity to highlight outstanding citizenship through public service and community involvement.

Academic Achievement Scholarship:This scholarship will be awarded to students who exhibit enthusiasm towards education by maintaining high academic standards

Application available here.

Deadline:

January 26, 2024

Ross F. DiMarco Scholarship

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

Must be a graduating senior
Must reside within the boundaries of Lions District 14-M (Fayette, Greene, Somerset, Washington County)

The five (5) $1,000.00 scholarships will be awarded to seniors that exemplify characteristics espoused by Lions Clubs International:

Must create and foster a spirit of understanding among peoples of the world
Must promote the principles of good government and good citizenship
Must take an active interest in civic, cultural, social and/or moral welfare of the school and community
Must serve the school or community without personal financial reward
Preference will be given to applicants who are members in good standing of a Leo Club

*Application available in the guidance office or by downloading below.

Application and supporting materials must be mailed to the address on the application no later than the deadline.

Deadline:

March 1, 2024

Lions Club DiMarco Scholarship Application 2023 - 2024

Lions Young Ambassador of the 21st Century Award

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

Open to students in grades 8-12 who reside in Fayette, Greene, Somerset or Washington counties
See application for additional details

*Application available in guidance or can be downloaded below.

Application and supporting materials must be mailed to the address on the application no later than the due date.

Deadline:

March 1, 2024

Lions Club Young Ambassador of the 21st Century Application 2023 - 2024

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Preferred Realty Dream...Innovate...Grow Scholarship

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

Must be a resident within the sales force footprint (Fayette county residents qualify)
Must have at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA
Perform with distinction in terms of leadership, volunteerism, character, and positive attitude serving as an example to fellow students as a participant in community, charity, and school related activities
Signified the intention to continue academic work beyond the high school level
Been accepted as a full-time student (at least 12 credits) at a college, university, or trade school for the upcoming fall semester

Application available for download below. Paper copies upon request in the guidance office.

Deadline:

Entire application must be emailed to [email protected] no later than Friday March 1, 2024 at 3 pm

Berkshire Hathaway Dream Innovate Grow 23-24

California University of Pennsylvania Rutledge Institute Scholarship

Cal U is offering 10 education majors a full tuition scholarship for Early Childhood Education majors. See the Rutledge Scholarship page on the Cal U website for more details and to apply.

Pennsylvania American Legion Scholarships

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

Eligibility requirements vary. See specific scholarship details on the website.
Essay Contest
Oratorical Contest https://www.legion.org/oratorical/about
Sebastianelli Drum Corps Scholarship
- Open to any senior who is a child/grandchild of a Pennsylvania Legionnaire living or deceased
- Must be a member of a high school band and planning to major in music.
Joseph G. Gavenonis Scholarship
- Open to any PA High school senior who is a child/grandchild of a Pennsylvania Legionnaire
- Must be seeking a four year degree in a Pennsylvania college or university
Robert W. Valimont Endowment
- Open to any PA High school senior who is a child/grandchild of a Pennsylvania Legionnaire
- Must be seeking a two year career, oriented education or training in a less-than-four-year program in a Pennsylvania school
Robert Trace Essay Contest
- Open to students 15-18 years of age who is a child or grandchild of a Pennsylvania Legionnaire living or deceased or a child of a Pennsylvania soldier killed as a result of the war on terrorism.
- Must complete a 300-500 word essay on the topic "What does Americanism mean to me"

Applications available at https://pa-legion.com/programs/student-and-youth/scholarships-program/

Deadline:

Dates vary, see specific scholarships

American Legion Essay

Mary and Stanley Gettys Scholarship (Sponsored by the University of Pittsburgh)

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

Current high school senior at Connellsville Area Senior High
Accepted into the College of Business Administration at the Oakland main campus (No other major field of study, Pitt branch campus, or other university qualifies for this scholarship).

**Note: The value of this scholarship is not a set dollar amount, but instead, is up to 75%of the cost of tuition, fees, room and board. While some charges vary, in 2011 these costs easily equal $25,000 for one year. Thus, the value of the scholarship could be as much as &18,750 per year. It is a renewable scholarship for up to a total of four years. While there is no guaranteed minimum dollar amount, the past practice of the university has been to award the scholarship at the 75% level of the costs listed above. See your counselor or Mrs. Angle for details.

Miles J. Cohen Family Endowed Scholarship Fund

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

Students must be admitted and enrolled in the Joseph M. Katz College of Business Administration at the University of Pittsburgh
Preference will be given to qualified graduates of a Fayette County public high school.

*Make sure to mention the scholarship on your application to Pitt or contact Tom O'Toole (412) 624-2022 x4444 at the University of Pittsburgh financial aid office if you've already applied and been accepted.

California University Of Pennsylvania's Merit Based Scholarships

California Unviersity of Pennsylvania annually awards over 2 million in scholarships. New freshmen and transfer students who have been accepted to Cal U and meet eligibility criteria can apply for merit based scholarships awarded by the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Scholarship applicants are encouraged to be accepted for admission by December 10 for high priority full consideration of these awards.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

3.0 high school GPA
Average or above average SAT/Act scores

Contact Cal U's office of financial aid

Deadline:

Applications are accepted beginning July 1 of each year

The Eberly Foundation Scholarship Funds

The Eberly Foundation has established scholarship funds, primarily for the benefit of Fayette County students, at many colleges and universities. When you are admitted to a college/ university listed below, you must identify yourself as a Fayette County student and find the procedure to obtain an Eberly Scholarship.

The Eberly Foundation website has a current list of colleges/universities that award an Eberly Scholarship

http://www.eberlyfoundation.org/student-info/

DEADLINE:

Individual deadlines & procedures apply – check at the college/ university at which you plan to attend or see Mrs. Angle in the counseling office for details.

10 Questions to Ask the Financial Aid Office

To Get the Right Answers, Ask the Right Questions

Each college has its own financial aid policies -- how outside scholarships are treated, whether aid awards can be appealed, etc. -- information that may or may not appear in materials they send you. Make the most of your next campus visit and schedule an interview with a member of the financial aid staff. He or she will be able to answer specific questions about costs, the financial aid process, and options for financing your education.

Here are 10 questions to get you started:

What's the average total cost -- including tuition and fees, books and supplies, room and board, travel, and other personal expenses -- for the first year?
By how much will total costs increase each year? How much has tuition, fees, room and board increased over the last three to five years?
Does financial need have an impact on admission decisions? How is financial aid affected if I apply via an early decision or early action program?
Does the school offer need-based and merit-based financial aid? Are there other scholarships available that aren't based on financial need? Do I need to complete a separate application for merit-based scholarships?
What is the priority deadline to apply for financial aid?
When will I be notified about financial aid award decisions?
If the financial aid package isn't enough, under what conditions, if any, will the aid office reconsider the offer?
How will the aid package change from year to year? What will happen if my family's financial situation changes? What will happen if my enrollment status (or that of a family member) changes?
What are the terms and conditions of the aid programs included in the aid package
What are the academic requirements or other conditions for the renewal of financial aid, including scholarships?
When can I expect to receive bills from the college? Is there an option to spread the yearly payment over equal monthly installments?