Miscellaneous Scholarship Links

  • Scholarships Listings

    Remember that looking for scholarships should be your 'part time job' for all of the years you are going to school.

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    Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants Scholarship - Juniors & Seniors continuing their education - essay required

    AES Engineering Scholarship –  Students do NOT have to be taking Engineering courses to apply.  Write an essay on one of the posted questions. October deadline

    AFA Teens for Alzheimer's Awareness - Submit an autobiography/essay on who Alzheimer's impacted your life, what you've learned in coping with it, and be a US citizen/permanent resident entering a 4-year accredited college within 12 months of application deadline.  February deadline

    AFCEA.org - Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association

    American Association of University Women - High school seniors, essay required, and go to the proper branch (ex. Anthracite branch) for the appropriate local scholarships.

    American Legion Scholarships & Programs - Be sure to check out the link for programs (for example, essay and oratorical contests) that award money/scholarships too! (717) 730-9100  Sophomores, Juniors, & Seniors

    American Planning Association - For students enrolling a degree program in planning (ex. urban planning, sustainable planning) or a closely related field.  The essay contest is for JUNIORS and SENIORS only.

    American Society of Highway Engineers’ Robert L. Brown Memorial Scholarship – High School seniors in Berks, Lehigh, Northampton, Carbon, Monroe, and Schuylkill counties, enrolling (or accepted) in a program leading to a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Civil and Construction Engineering Technology.   For eligibility requirements, application, and guidance recommendation form, contact:  Mr. Andrew Stasek, ASHE Scholarship Committee, 241 W. Blaine St., McAdoo, PA  18237.

    AmeriCorps

    Anthony V. Miscavige, Jr. Scholarship - For Northumberland county students enrolling at Penn State University's Schuylkill campus.  Consideration is given to students who have achieved a superior academic record or who manifest promise of outstanding academic success.  First preference is given to students from Northumberland county.  Contact PSU Schuylkill's enrollment services at 570-385-6242 for details.

    AXA Achievement Scholarship - For those active in community, led a project benefiting others, or overcome personal challenges.  December deadline.

    Ayn Rand Essay Contests - For 9th/10th and 11th/12th graders.  Check out various topics and entry deadlines

    Berks & Schuylkill County Scholarships - Select your items and check each listing in results  (If link doesn't work go to bccf.org, click Find A Scholarship, then List of Scholarships)

    Best Buy Scholarships – Available again in January (for current year high school graduates)

    Big 33 Scholarship – PA & OH seniors with a 2.0 cumulative GPA (on 4.0 scale) for grades 10 & 11 planning to attend an accredited institution of higher education or technical school.  February deadline

    Bloomsburg University's Fred G. Smith Golden Rule Scholarship - Smith's only wish was that each scholarship recipient remember a prayer provided with the application.  For senior or graduate students of Nativity, Marian, Mount Carmel, North Schuylkill, Lourdes, and Shenandoah Valley High Schools accepted and enrolling full-time at Bloomsburg University.  Students must be residents of Ashland, Mount Carmel, or Shenandoah Boroughs or Mount Carmel Township.  You must be nominated by your principal or guidance counselor, submit a copy of your Bloomsburg acceptance letter, file the FAFSA by Feb 16, and submit application to BU by March 1.  See your high school guidance counselor for details.

    Body By Milk - Milk drinkers who excel in academics, sports, and community service.

    Burger King- High school seniors with a cumulative 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale, going to enroll full-time in a 2- or 4-year college or vocational-technical school.  Also check out the employee or child of employee tracks.  Deadline beginning of January.

    Castle Ink's Green Scholarship - US citizen or permanent resident, minimum 2.5 GPA high school students who support recycling and are committed to green causes. Providing students, who are committed to making our environment healthier, with financial support for college is the impetus behind the scholarship. Students who are pursuing a higher education can win a $2,500 scholarship for college.  December deadline

    Central Susquehanna Community Foundation - Various scholarships available  for graduation seniors in Berwick, Benton, Central Columbia, Columbia-Montour Vo-Tech, Northwest, West Side Vo-Tech, and Warrior Run areas as well as Briar Creek, Butler Twp, Conyngham, Fishing Creek Twp, Hollenback Twp, Hunlock Twp, Huntington Twp, Mifflin Twp, Nescopeck, New Columbus Borough, North Centre Twp, Salem Twp, Shickshinny Borough, South Centre Twp, Stillwater Borough, Sugar Loaf Twp, and Union Twp.

    Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation – Current high school seniors can apply between September and October

    CollegeGrantsAndScholarships.net - Scroll down the page to see the Popular Scholarships for High School Seniors

    College Scholarships For the Rest of Us - at CollegeBound.net

    Dora and William Kalnoski Memorial Scholarship Fund – For those majoring in art, architecture, and related fields.  Applications (due April) can be obtained from guidance or First Columbia Bank & Trust Co., Attention: Janice C. Dreese, 1199 Lightstreet Road, Bloomsburg, PA  17815.  Letters of Recommendation and proper grammar, correct spelling, and neat handwriting on the application are required as it is a competitive scholarship program.  Contact (570)387-4642, Janice C. Dreese, VP and Trust Officer for more information.

    Elks Scholarship - Deadlines for each scholarship (Most Valuable Student & Legacy Awards) vary and you must submit applications at your local Elks Lodge

    Empire Beauty Schools High School Snapshot - Submit by May 1st to the Empire Beauty School you are enrolled in.

    Families of Freedom Scholarship Fund - Must be affected by September 11th, 2001.

    http://scholarships.fatomei.com/college.html - Scholarships listing you should check out.

    FEEA (Federal Employee Education & Assistance Fund) - For current civilian federal employees and their dependent family members (spouse/child).

    FIRE's Freedom in Academia" Essay Contest - Seniors write an essay on why free speech and First Amendment rights are crucial to higher education.  Early November deadline

    First Community Foundation of PA – Various scholarships; criteria and deadlines vary

    First Freedom - 9th-12th grade student essay and video contest examining the history and current day relevance of religious freedom.  November deadline

    FisherHouse.org - Military children scholarships

    Fishing Creek Herb Guild - For a student continuing education in the field of horticulture/agriculture.  Contact them for details

    Gates Millennium Scholars – Beginning of January deadline (must submit FAFSA by February 1).  Students scored in academic achievement, community service, and leadership potential.  Renewable, need-based, merit scholarship that also covers graduate study (in computer science, education, engineering, library science, mathematics, public health, or science) through doctoral degree.  Students being considered are:  African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American, or Hispanic American; citizen, national, or legal permanent resident of USA; GPA 3.3 on unweighted 4.0 scale or earned GED; will enroll for the first time at a US located, accredited college as full-time, degree-seeking, first-year student; leadership abilities; be Federal Pell Grant eligible, and complete application by early January deadline.

    General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant Program – March deadline

    Greater Harrisburg Foundation – Deadlines vary

    Help Johnny Scholarship - $5000 scholarship for students 19 years or under and is renewable.  Write up an excuse for why Johnny doesn't have his homework done.  Be creative and win money!  Deadline: Varies

    Horatio Alger Association – For PA Resident seniors who have demonstrated integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity.  October deadline.

    Horizon Federal Credit Union Scholarship - For members whom are current year high school grads; March deadline

    Imagine America - For students attending a career college (check site's list) who have a GPA of 2.5 or greater, financial need, and demonstrated voluntary community service during senior year

    James J. and Mary Edith Rhoades Foundation Scholarship – Must be a resident of Schuylkill County who will attend an institution of higher learning (2 or 4-year college, community college, trade school, business school, or equivalent higher education institution), has a commitment to education, citizenship/community.  Applications at local high schools and vo-tech schools in Schuylkill County, at www.rhoadesfoundation.com, and by contacting Lauren Marshall atlemarsh04@gmail.com.  Applications due in April t  The James J. and Mary Edith Rhoades Foundation, P.O. Box 485, Pottsville, PA  17901.

    Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund - US citizen/permanent resident high school senior with a 2.5 GPA demonstrating leadership abilities through participating in community services, extra curricular, or other activies.  Student must enroll in a 4-year accredited college full time.

    JFK Library Foundation Profiles In Courage Essay Contest

    Joe Foss Independence Day Scholarship - Essay contest with a July deadline.  This $5000 scholarship is open to students, grades 9-12, of all national backgrounds that are currently studying in the United States or in an American military school out of the country.

    Key Bank $2,500 Scholarship – Periodically opens

    KFC Colonel's Scholars Program - Minimum 2.75 GPA, plan to pursue Bachelor's degree, US citizen/permanent resident, & financial need (file the FAFSA or get an estimate of financial need at http://www.act.org/fane)  December to early February

    Kidney Foundation of Central Pennsylvania - Students diagnosed with renal failure, end-stage renal disease (ERSD), with a kidney transplant, or dependent or family member of an ESRD patient and lives in the KFCP service area.  April deadline

    Kids Chance of PA, Inc. – April deadline

    Knight Essay Contest - Sophomores, Juniors, & Seniors.  Follow contest rules to write your essay and submit with nearest Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution. Send essay to Charles S. Canning, M.Ed., 2938 West Chew St, Allentown, PA  18104, 610-432-2992, can2938@aol.com Subject "Knight Essay"

    Knoebels Amusement Resort - High school senior employees are encouraged to apply if they are going to college.  See guidance or park management.  June deadline

    Kohl's Cares Scholarship - ages 6-18, not yet graduated from high school, must have volunteer efforts in the last year, describe actions in detail (with documentation) of efforts above and beyond what is expected of a child his or her age.  March deadline

    LeRoy O. Buck, Post 7863, Veterans of Foreign Wars Scholarship – No deadline

    Life Share High School Scholarship Program (American Red Cross) - Host blood drives at your high school according to the rules.

    Lithuanian Scholarship – Sponsored by the Lithuanian Women’s Club of Schuylkill County, PA. – Must be a female of Lithuanian decent, a Schuylkill County resident and graduate, and be accepted at an accredited college to receive a 4 year Bachelor’s degree.  Request an application (due in March) at your local school’s guidance office or contact the LWC.  On the application you will provide Name, Address, Phone, E-mail, Birth date, High School attended, Church affiliation, Name of any relatives who have been a member of the Lithuanian Women’s Club of Schuylkill County, Club activities including offices held, Volunteer services (school, church, local community, especially related to Lithuanian activities), Parent’s place of employment and position held, Age and number of siblings with their school affiliation including college, College of choice with your intended major t LWC Scholarship Committee, 104 Brook Lane, New Philadelphia, PA  17939, ATTN: Margaret Valinsky.

    Mahanoy Area High School Guidance/Scholarship pages - Can also browse to this page via mabears.net

    Mahanoy Township 150 Club Graduation Award - Graduating senior must be a resident of Mahanoy Township, plan to attend a school of higher education, and return application to school office by 1st Friday in May.  Application items: Name, Phone, Address, # years living in Mahanoy Township, intended school, activities (school and non school), GPA, and a brief paragraph on what Mahanoy Township means to you.

    Major General James Ursano Scholarship Fund –The MG James Ursano Scholarship Program is a need based scholarship program established to assist children of Army Soldiers in obtaining a 4-year undergraduate degree. Applicants must apply each year and may receive assistance for up to four academic years.

    Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation – Different deadlines for high school seniors than for other applicants Mary Ann Fox Scholarship (PDF) –  For Marines, children of Marines, & grandchildren of Marines.

    McKelvey Foundation Scholarship - CHECK IF YOUR HIGH SCHOOL PARTICIPATES. Awards 125 scholarships to high school seniors who’d be the first in their families to attend college. Dedicated and involved students whose resources may be limited, but whose ambitions are not.  Must attend a 4 year college in PA. (May not be currently available due to funding issues.)

    Michael Kivko Memorial Scholarship Fund (various Northumberland County schools) - Senior students interested in pursuing a degree in a court-related career.  See your guidance counselor for details.  September deadline.

    National Association of Secondary School Principals - Recognizes sophomore, junior, and senior students for leadership and for making positive, significant differences in our schools and communities.  Click on the NASSP Scholarships and Awards Brochure (read into page 2!!) to find student scholarship opportunities.  Also see http://spirit.prudential.com or www.nassp.org/spirit or call (877) 525-8491 and if need be, use access key "spirit" with application (often an October deadline but see site for details).
    *Essential links if above brochure link is dead:
    www.principals.org/pla
    www.principals.org/peap
    www.principals.org/aca
    http://www.presidentialserviceawards.gov/
    www.nasc.us/studentleaders
    National Honor Society: www.nhs.us/scholarships

    ALSO from NASSP, see a complete listing of their student contests and activities, not just scholarships, for all grades at http://www.nassp.org/awards-and-recognition/nassp-national-advisory-list and click on the 'National Advisory List' (2012-13 list is at http://www.nassp.org/Content/158/2012_2013_National_Advisory_List_0912.pdf )

    National Commission for Cooperative Education - Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or better.  See site for more details.  Especially encourages minority and female students as well as students interested in science, mathematics, engineering, and technology (SMET).  February deadline

    National Federation of the Blind – March deadline

    National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania – Early August deadline

    National Italian American Foundation –  Read instructions and deadlines carefully

    National Merit Scholarship Corporation - Students taking the PSAT in October can become eligible

    National Society Daughters of the American Revolution – Deadlines vary

    National Urban League Scholarship Site – Various scholarships

    NFIB Young Entrepreneur Awards - High school seniors entering freshman year at an accredited (not for profit) 2 or 4-year college/vocational/technical institute.  Applicant MUST be running their own small business in order to be considered.  Application opens October.

    Northumberland County foundation listings to look up in guidance or on the web for scholarships

    Nursing Scholarships at Evangelical Community Hospital, Lewisburg, PA - For lSnyder, Union, and Northumberland counties students entering the nursing profession.  Keefer Scholarship Fund and Crystal Carter Snyder Scholarship applications.

    PA Society's Benjamin Franklin Scholar Award - Click on Scholar Award.  Writing competition open to PA public school JUNIOR year students in good standing.  Essay must discuss modern day relevance of selected quote of Dr. Benjamin Franklin.  October deadline.

    Pennsylvania Association of Community Bankers - All applicants must be legal dependents of PACB member institutions' full time employees or directors.  High school senior to attend college full time as a dependent student.  5 renewable $10,000 scholarships available.

    Pennsylvania Association of Medical Suppliers (PAMS) - PA or DE resident resident high school seniors who have been successful academically while overcoming physical challenges with the help of home medical equipment and supplies.  April dealine

    Pennsylvania Association of School Nurses and Practioners - Future Nurse Scholarship is for a high school senior pursuing a Bachelor or Science in Nursing.  May deadline

    Pennsylvania House of Representatives' Scholarship – Deadline: Postmarked by April 1

    Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants' (PICPA) Reading Chapter - High school students in Schuylkill, Berks, and Western Montgomery counties essay contest, (215)496-9272 or schools@picpa.org

    Pennsylvania JCI Senate Scholarship Program - Under 'Main Menu' click 'Scholarship' then 'Pennsylvania' in list of states.  2 PA residents awarded $500 plus 15 nation $1,000 scholarships.  January deadline

    Pennsylvania Land Surveyors' Foundation Scholarship - US citizen, resident of PA, going into 2 year Surveying Technology or 4 year Land Surveying BS, SAT scores, HS transcript.  Several scholarships totaling up to $20,000.  Early February deadline

    Pennsylvania Masonic Youth Foundation - View their scholarship guide and complete application

    Pennsylvania Restaurant Association Educational Foundation Scholarship Program - PA resident seniors accepted into an accredited Hospitality or Culinary Arts program.  March deadline

    PSECU – For high school seniors who are PSECU members; Call (717) 777-2113 or 800-237-7328, Option 6, extension 2113 with any questions.  December membership deadline

    Pennsylvania Service Learning Alliance - scholarships list as well as PA colleges who provide scholarships for community service.

    Penn State Schuylkill campus scholarships - If attending that campus.
    Penn State Schuylkill Academic Excellence Award and Honors Awards- Considered on merit when applyinig to PSU-Schuylkill with a HS GPA 2.7 or higher, SAT/ACT scores, and other criteria. Contact Enrollment Services at 570-385-6252 or sl-admissions@psu.edu for more information and to see if you qualify.

    Pennsylvania State Sportsmen's Association of Elysburg, PA - Seniors who have worked for PSSA are eligible for the William L. Shutt Memorial Scholarship.

    Peterson's Student Edge - Each time you log in to StudentEdge to plan for college during certain promotions (keep checking the site for promotion times), you receive another entry into scholarship sweepstakes (with a limit of one entry per day). The potential prize winner is determined by a random drawing so the more entries (log ins) you have, the greater your chance of winning.

    Pfizer's Epilepsy Scholarship - $2000 scholarship honoring outstanding students who have overcome the challenges of epilepsy, been successful in school, done well in activities outside the classroom or in the community, and shown a desire to make the most out of college or graduate school.  Deadline in June.

    Presidential Freedom Scholarships  - Learn and Serve America provides Presidential recognition and a $1,000 college scholarship to high school juniors and seniors for their leadership in community service. The Corporation provides $500 which must be matched with at least $500 secured by the high school from the community. Students must complete at least 100 hours of community service to be eligible for the scholarship. Up to 6,500 scholarships are available. The postmark deadline for submission is in May. E-mail info@studentservicescholarship.org.

    PSECU - For graduation senior high school members of their credit union who plan to attend a 2 or 4 year college.  February deadline.  (Academic Profile section must be completed by guidance prior to submission.)

    Radio Scholarships - For students interested in the field of broadcasting

    Robert C. Byrd Scholarship - Deadline: April 1

    Robert C. Edwards Scholarship – Applicant must be from a Borough which is a member of the six districts of the Pennsylvania State Association of Boroughs (PSAB), be accepted for admission to an accredited college, university, or school offering a 2 or 4 year degree/certificate program, and attach a picture that may be used for publicity (will not be returned).   Robert C. Edwards Foundation, established by the PSAB, 16 Drexel Hills Circle, New Cumberland, PA  17070.

    Ryan Paul Stankavage Scholarship - Shenandoah Valley graduating high school with a GPA of 3.0 or better, must have played 2 seasons of Shenandoah Youth Soccer (ages 6-14), and plan to enroll in college or technical/trade school.  March deadline

    Sam Walton COMMUNITY Scholarship –  Usually available in November

    Schering-Plough Will To Win Asthma Scholarship Program - US citizens accepted to an accredited US college for the fall semester with asthma and excellence in one of the following:  performing arts, community service, athletics, visual arts, or science.  GPA minimum 3.5 with at least one award related to their entry category.

    Shenandoah Valley High School Guidance page Scholarship listings

    SKIP Dr. Harry A. Crosswell Environmental Citizenship Scholarship Award - Senior who has msot demonstrated environmental concerns through community involvement and must have participated in 2 SKIP cleanups, signing a memo to that effect stating dates/locales of the 2 cleanups.  May include interviews.  Parameters:  Environmental involvement 45%, Community involvement 45%, Academic performance 10%. Applications in Guidance or SKIP Office, SKIP Executive Director, 91 South Progress Ave, Pottsville, PA  17901.

    Snayberger Memorial Foundation - Any student, age 25 and under, who resides in Schuylkill County.  Pick up application at any M&T Bank in Schuylkill County, phoning 800-278-5141, or rpenn@mtb.com, Feb/March deadline.

    Society of American Travel Writers Scholarship - Applicants must be ages 13-18 and attending grades 8-12 as of May. The travel experience you write about must have occurred within the last three years.  August deadline

    Society of Automotive Engineers - December deadline

    Society of Women Engineers - Female seniors enrolling in engineering.  February deadline

    Society of Women Engineers - Lehigh Valley Section - February deadline

    Soroptimist International – Deadline: Received by December 1. Information for Central PA residents.

    South Schuylkill Garden Club Scholarship – Schuylkill County High School or College student and resident of Schuylkill County who plans to further education in horticulture, floriculture, landscape architecture, conservation, forestry, botany, agronomy, plant pathology, environmental control, city planning, land management and/or allied subjects.  Student must have received or is awaiting acceptance to university of his/her choice.  University ID# required.   Application due in March.  Contact:  Nancy C. Elser, Scholarship Committee Chair, 245 E. Schmaltzdahl Road, New Ringgold, PA  17960-9769, Telephone: 570-943-2601.  (The Schuylkill Garden Club is a member of The National Garden Club, Inc. and the Garden Club Federation of PA.  Ask about meeting times in interested in participating.)

    Student Loan Network $10,000 Scholarship – Periodic deadlines

    Student-View - Open to all high school seniors regardless of academic achievement or financial need.  Complete an online survey about local colleges to be entered for a chance in a random drawing for a scholarship award.

    Sun-Trust Off To College Drawing - Not based on GPA or financial need, ages 13 and up, go to site for details offtocollege.info

    Susquehanna Human Resource Management Association (SHRMA.org) - Seniors in Columbia, Montour, Northumberland, Snyder, or Union county high schools who are accepted to college and plan to major in human resources management, business administration, or communications.  March deadline

    Talbots Women's Scholarship Fund – Deadline: Submit by January 1st

    The Fund for Veterans Education – November deadline

    Through The Looking Glass Scholarship for students with parents with disabilities

    United Mine Workers of America – February deadline

    United Steelworkers Scholarship Program in memory of Hugh Carcella – Click on Scholarship link.  4 year renewable scholarship for a member in good standing or the son, daughter, or legal ward of a member of a United Steelworkers, District 10 (Eastern) local union OR the son/daughter/legal ward of a disabled or old age retiree or deceased member of an affiliated local union who was in good standing with the United Steelworkers at the time of disability/retirement/death.  Applicants must be a graduating senior attending an accredited 4 year college (or 2 year/community college transfer program to a 4 year college) within the United States or Canada.  Grades, college entrance exams (SAT/ACT), other information supplied by the high school, and conduct in interviews are considered.    More information and an application can be obtained from participating local unions.  Submit application (with proper signature of President and Recording Secretary of the respective local union) t  Scholarship Fund Committee, United Steelworkers, 2460 Boulevard of the Generals, Norristown, PA  19403.  Due March.

    University of Pittsburgh Health Career Scholars Academy, formerly the Pennsylvania Governor's School for Health Care, is a 4 week program held in June and July for 110 students who are interested in learning more about health care and health care careers. The program focuses on exposing students to the health care delivery system, learning about the variety of careers available in the field of health care, understanding current issues in health care, and incorporating what they learn in a medical profession.  Students may only apply during their SOPHOMORE or JUNIOR year of high school.

    Unmet Need Scholarship - Open to families with a combined income of $30,000 or less, this program is intended to supplement financial aid packages that fall more than $1,000 short of students’ financial needs. This scholarship is not designed as a substitute for aid provided by an institution. You must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident accepted or enrolled as full-time undergraduate students at approved, accredited institutions, minimum 2.5 grade point average (on a 4.0 scale), and demonstrate financial need. Scholarships range from $1,000 to $3,800.  Download an application from www.salliemaefund.org.  May deadline

    UPromise Scholarship - February deadline

    USA Education Scholarship – Apply online December - February

    VA Mortgage Center Military Education Scholarship – November deadline

    Ventures Scholars Program - A national resource that helps increase the number of underrepresented and first-generation college-bound students who pursue math, science and technology education, and, ultimately, careers in related professions. Starting in high school, students who excel (particularly in standardized testing) are invited to become Ventures Scholars and are offered a range of free services to help them better connect to enrichment programs, scholarships, internships and other resources.

    Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Military Scholarship – Deadline: Postmarked by December 31

    Violet Richardson Award Program - Women ages 14-17 who make the community and world a better place through volunteering.  January deadline

    Washington Crossing Foundation - For students planning a career in government service.  Short essay on inspiration from leadership of George Washington in his famous crossing of the Delaware.  April deadline

    Wendy's High School Heisman Program - Recognizes the nation's most esteemed high school senior men and women for excellence in academics (at least a B average), athletics, and leadership.  Apply before October.

    William A. Koons, Joseph A. Koons, and John Koons Scholarship Fund - Renewable, need-based scholarship preference given to Shenandoah residents who are of Lithuanian descent and enrolled in The College of Arts and Sciences (no computer science fields) at University of Scranton.  Submit typed essay with heading "The William A. Koons, Joseph A. Koons, and John Koons Scholarship Fund" providing information on your Lithuanian heritage, if any.  Double spaced essay not to exceed 3 pages with full name and address at end.  Mail before February to University of Scranton Office of Admissions, 800 Linden St, Scranton, PA 18510-4689. Must have applied to U. of Scranton and filed FAFSA by March 1.  For more information, contact U of Scranton, 888-SCRANTON, (570)941-7540,admissions@scranton.edu

    Women’s Regional Business Council 
    The Women’s Regional Business Council (WRBC) has launched a scholarship program to help young women who aspire to be business leaders. Awards include $1,000 cash toward college costs. Must be a current female 12th grader or college freshman. Must submit essay with topic: “I can be what I choose to be. I choose to be a leader among women!” Please complete and mail or e-mail the application, essay and current report card / transcript by the March deadline t Women’s Regional Business Council; 1231 Highland Avenue; Fort Washington, Pennsylvania 19034; E-mail: info@wrbcouncil.org. Questions may be directed to Carol Austin at caustin@pyninc.org.