Scholarships
[ CONTESTS & SCHOLARSHIPS ]
This page is updated as the guidance department receives scholarship information, so check back often!
QuestBridge SUMMER Program and Scholarship – Check it out- for JUNIORS and SENIORS.
https://www.questbridge.org/high-school-students
** The Philadelphia Foundation supplies MANY scholarships for students entering college. Applications are available at: www.philafound.org
MOST OF THE SCHOLARSHIPS BELOW ARE YEARLY…
PLAN AHEAD. SEE BELOW. THESE SCHOLARSHIPS ARE COMING!!!
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Abbott & Fenner Scholarship Program – The Abbott & Fenner Scholarship are committed to continuing our efforts at helping those who have the desire and ambition to succeed in college and beyond. Find out about scholarship
Alpha Eta Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. – Alpha Eta Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. provides annual scholarships aid to students. The scholarships are available to graduating seniors who will be attending accredited two or four year colleges and have a minimum GPA of 2.5. Applications are available at www.sgrhophilly.org or see your counselor.
Alpha Leadership and Scholarship Fund – Through this annual scholarship program, the fraternity seeks to recognize graduating high school seniors, who have exhibited exceptional academic performance, excellence in leadership and dedication to community service. The Chapter will provide three outstanding students in the Philadelphia region with a 1,000 scholarship.
Asian and Pacific Islander American Scholarship – The Asian and Pacific Islander American Scholarship is the national organization promoting higher education of Asian and Pacific Islander Americans by distributing scholarships for qualified students going to college.
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Burger King Scholars – Win a $50,000, $25,000, $5,000 or $1,000 Scholarship! Eligibility and how to Apply: www.scholarshipamerica.org/burgerkingscholars/information.php
BigSun Scholarship – The BigSun Organization is proud to be able to help young athletes succeed in their academic pursuits. All senior student athletes are eligible for this award who will be attending a post secondary institute. Applicants must answer the question, “How has your participation in sports affected the person your are becoming?”
Black Women’s Educational Alliance (B.W.E.A.) – Three young women will be recognized with this scholarship. Applications in the counselor’s office Scholarship basket.
The Black Employment Program Advisory Council of the Environmental Protection Agency (region#3- Phila. office) One male-the Matthew Booker Scholarship Award & One female- the Jean Jamison Memorial Scholarship.
Carol Gomez Essay Scholarship-
Applications are available at www.mensafoundation.org/scholarships
CedarPark Neighbors Scholarship – Deadline June – The Cedar Park Neighbors Scholarship Program was began in 1989 to encourage neighborhood youth to attend college.
Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute Scholarship Award – Amount:varies; Applicants must be Latino and demonstrate financial need and participate in community service activities. For more information and an application, visit http://www.chci.org/
CORE Scholarship promises money for college to ALL PHILLY Youth. Log on to www.corescholars.org
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Drexel University’s Liberty Scholars Program – Seniors who have been accepted to Drexel should complete an online scholarship application at www.drexel.edu/src/libertyscholars
Development Fund for Black Students in Science and Technology – The Development Fund for Black Students in Science and Technology (DFBSST) is an endowment fund which provides scholarships to African-American undergraduate students who enroll in scientific or technical fields of study (engineering, math, science, etc.) at Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
Dunkin’ Donuts Philadelphia Regional Scholarship Program – $1,000 award for high school seniors who plan to enroll in a full-time undergraduate course study at an accredited two-year or four-year college, university or vocational-technical school in fall 2015. Application available at www.dunkindonuts.com/scholarship
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Environmental Protection Agency Black Employment program Advisory Council Scholarship Award: BEPAC will award two, one-time scholarships (amount to be determined) to a male or female high school senior who will be attending a Historically Black College or University.
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First Presbyterian Church in Philadelphia Scholarship – The Community College of Philadelphia Foundation is pleased to announce a new scholarship established by the First Presbyterian Church in Philadelphia. In keeping with the mission of the First Presbyterian Church in Philadelphia to serve the community.
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The GATES MILLENNIUM SCHOLARS Program is looking to give the next cohort of scholars enough $ for Undergraduate AND Graduate School. Find out more at www.gmsp.org Bodine’s most recent winner was class of 2011’s Steven McFarland!!
GlaxoSmithKline Opportunity Scholarship – Scholarship amounts will vary up to $5,000 per year for four years. https://www.philafound.org
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Hispanic Heritage Youth Awards – The Hispanic Heritage Youth Awards offers educational grants in several categories to qualified Hispanic/Latino high school students. Students must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. For more info: www.hispanicheritage.org
HSF Scholarship Program – The Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF) Applicants must be of Hispanic heritage, be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident. Students must have a minimum GPA of 3.0.
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The Jackie Robinson Foundation – provides scholarships of up to $24,000/four years to minority high school students showing leadership potential and demonstrating financial need to attend an accredited 4-year college or university of their choice. For more info and to access the application, please visit http://www.jackierobinson.org/impact/our-impact/
Profile of Courage Essay – The John F. Kennedy Library Foundation invites U.S high school seniors to write an essay at www.jfklibrary.org
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KFC Colonel’s Scholars Requirements: Earn a minimum H.S. cum. avg. of 2.75, Enroll in a public college or university within their state of legal residence. Plan to pursue a bachelor’s degree. Be a U.S citizen or permanent resident. Demonstrate financial need. www.kfcscholars.org
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Lax Scholarship Fund for Gay Men
Landedu - Guide to Pennsylvania Student Loans, Scholarships, and Grants
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Martin L King Jr. Scholarship Award – This award is presented in memory of the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to commemorate his belief that progress is best achieved through cooperation rather than conflict, participation rather than partisanship, and compassion and understanding rather than hatred and prejudice.
McKee Scholarship Committee – offer scholarships for college to high school seniors or graduates. Access more info via: http://mckeescholars.org/wp/?page_id=25
Mensa Foundation Essay Competition – Applications must be postmarked by 1/2019 Download an entry form for your area by zip code at www.mensafoundation.org/scholarships
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National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Club, Inc – Scholarship available for African American graduating seniors: http://www.nanbpwc.org/index-11.html
National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa, Inc. Scholarship – For students who demonstrate need.
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Orleans Technical Institute – offers a half-tuition scholarship to a qualified high school senior who shows promise and is interested in their Associate in Specialized Business degree program in Court Reporting. For more information see the counselor. Application here. Questions? Call Deborah Bello at 215-728-4733 or email orleanstech@jevs.org
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The Philadelphia Foundation – You can access a listing of several scholarship opportunities available through funds managed by The Philadelphia Foundation. For a more information and a list of the scholarships offered, please visit https://www.philafound.org/Scholarships/AvailableScholarships.aspx
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Richard Ash Scholarship Fund – applicants must be a Philadelphia resident who is a graduating high school senior interested in seeking college education and who demonstrates financial need. Scholarship award amounts will generally range from $1,000 per year up to 90% of the full educational cost. Application available at: https://www.philafound.org/Scholarships/Overview.aspx
Robert S. King Scholarship – Community College of Philadelphia is pleased to announce the Robert S. King Scholarship. This scholarship awards a two-year scholarship.
Ron Brown Scholar Program – For African American high school seniors who will make significant contributions to society. Website: www.ronbrown.org
Ronald McDonald House Charities Scholarship Program – Apply online at
Ryan Howard Family Foundation Scholarship – Amount: $1,000 (average); Applicants must be graduating high school seniors in the Philadelphia area with at least a 2.5 GPA who plans to attend a four-year college or university, demonstrates leadership, performed no less than 20 hours of community service, and is involved in school and community. For more information visit http://uncf.org/
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Sam Walton Community Scholarship – The recipient will receive a one-time $3,000 scholarship to be applied t qualified expenses including undergraduate tuition, fees, books and on campus room and board.
School District of Philadelphia Trust Funds – The School District of Philadelphia Trust Funds provides more than $500,000 annually to students and staff in response to needs ranging from medical care to scholarship.
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Taiwanese Association of America, Greater Philadelphia Chapter-Amount: $750; Applicants must be well-rounded and demonstrate leadership skills, involved in extracurricular/community service, and must have academic success. For more information, visit http://taagp.org
Tom Joyner Foundation Full Ride Scholarship – for students with academic distinction and strong character.
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Union Plus Scholarship Program – for union members or their children
University of Pittsburgh Scholarship – The Balanced Man Scholarship awards incoming freshman who exhibit academic excellence, demonstrate leadership skills, and commitment to health and well-being. The scholarship is open to all young men who are entering the University of Pittsburgh.
Urban league of Philadelphia Scholarships https://urbanleaguephila.org/what-we-do/youth-education/community-scholarships/ or call 215-985-3220 ext. 228
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