This program allows eligible Pennsylvania residents to obtain financial assistance for undergraduate study at any PHEAA-approved institution of higher education. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) serves as the program’s application. Applications should be filed online at www.fafsa.ed.gov if you cannot do so, call 1-800-4FEDAID and request a paper application.
DEADLINES:
May 1 - immediately proceeding the academic year for: 1) all renewal applicants 2) new applicants who plan to enroll in an undergraduate baccalaureate degree program, and 3) those in college transfer programs at two-year public or junior colleges.
August 1 – immediately preceding the academic year for first-time applicants who plan to enroll in: 1) a business, trade or technical school, 2) a hospital school of nursing, or 3) a two-year terminal (i.e. nontransferable two-year degree) program at a community, junior, or four-year college.
*It is a good idea to file your Free Application for Federal Student Aid as early as possible when there is still money available. If you wait to file the FAFSA, there will be less funding available to your student. FAFSA forms are available online at: www.fafsa.ed.gov
Scholarship and Career Websites:
www.suntrusteducation.com - Scholarship Search Engine
www.scholarshipexperts.com - Scholarship Search Engine
www.fastweb.com - Scholarship Search Engine
www.educationplanner.com - Scholarship Search Engine plus College Planner
www.ChristianConnector.com - Free Christian college information and $2500 scholarship drawing
www.meritaid.com - Scholarship Search Engine
www.startheregoplaces.com - Information for students interested in Business/Accounting careers.
www.tuitionfundingsources.com - Private scholarship search service offered only to select schools like Bishop McCort selected by Pepsi-Cola.
www.scholarships.com - Scholarship Search Engine
www.questbridge.org- Scholarship Search Engine for academically achieving seniors who come from households earning less than $60,000 per year.
www.studentscholarships.org- Scholarship Search Engine
Scholarship by Deadline:
Sergeant First Class Raymond Richard Buchan Memorial Scholarship- Seniors may apply if they have had a parent, grandparent, or sibling who has served or is currently serving in the military. Applications can be picked up in the guidance office. Deadline: April 27, 2012
www.leeinitiatives.com
Emily Lee Scholarship Fund for seniors pursuing a healthcare- related major. Students already enrolled in college may also apply. Deadline: May 15, 2012.
The Windber Moose Riders Lodge 349- Tom Beard Memorial Scholarship- You must have a C+ average or better and write a short essay (500 words) regarding the importance of volunteer and community spirit. Deadline: June 15, 2012 Send essay and information sheet to Windber Moose Lodge, 1312 Jackson Avenue, Windber, PA 15963 ATTN: Moose Riders
www.pittsigep.com/bmp/scholarship.php The University of Pittsburgh Balanced Man Scholarship for incoming freshmen who exhibit academic excellence, demonstrate leadership skills, and commit to health and well-being. Deadline: June 20, 2012.
www.misspennsylvaniausa.com Miss Pennsylvania Teen USA Pageant is a preliminary contest for the Miss Teen USA Pageant and both offer scholarship opportunities to young ladies who must be between the ages of 14-19 years old.
www.wendysheisman.com
Nominate students from the class of 2013 for the Wendy’s High School Heisman Program. This program recognizes athletic, academic, and community excellence.