Local and Regional Scholarships

American Society of Highway Engineers - Instructions - Teacher Recommendation 

We annually offer scholarship opportunities to engineering students that reside in the greater Central Pennsylvania region. Our scholarship program also includes students enrolled or planning to enroll in environmental/applied sciences and construction technology/trades helping to support the Highway Industry and the ASHE Mission.

Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation

High school students graduating during the 2025-2026 school year and who meet our other criteria can apply for the Coca-Cola Scholars Program $20,000 scholarship application August 1-September 30, 2025.

The Farm and Home Foundation Scholarship

The Farm and Home Foundation of Lancaster County is pleased to offer scholarships to high school seniors pursuing higher education in the areas of Agriculture and Family and Consumer Sciences.

The Foundation for Enhancing Communities Scholarship Database

It is through the generosity of local individuals, families, and businesses that we are able to offer more than 190 scholarship opportunities. TFEC is the largest provider of scholarships in South Central, Pennsylvania, awarding over $1.7 million in scholarships to more than 400 local students alone through various scholarship funds administered by TFEC and through management agreements with the Samuel L. Abrams Foundation, the Leon Lowengard and Ray S. Shoemaker scholarships of BNY Mellon, N.A. and York Rotary Club. Whether honoring loved ones or providing for specific communities, each scholarship expresses a deep belief in the power of education to help today’s youth achieve their dreams.

The Gates Scholarship  - Fact sheet 

The Gates Scholarship (TGS) is a highly selective, last-dollar scholarship for outstanding high school seniors from low-income households. Selected Scholars will receive funding for the full cost of attendance to earn a bachelor’s degree, that is not already covered by other financial aid and the Student Aid Index, as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), or the methodology used by a Scholar’s college or university. Costs covered include tuition, fees, books, and housing and food, and may include additional personal costs. Eligibility requirements: A high school senior, Pell-eligible, A US citizen or permanent resident, In a good academic standing with a minimum cumulative weighted GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent), a student must plan to enroll full-time, in a four-year degree program, at a US accredited, not-for-profit, private or public college or university.

Grow PA Scholarship Grant Website - Application 

There are over 460 eligible programs of study or majors that lead to in-demand occupations in a variety of fields, such as agriculture, business, education, computer science, STEM, nursing, allied health, and criminal justice. Review the Grow PA Grant Classification of Instructional Program (CIP) Codes for a list of majors. To be considered for the Grow PA Grant Program, you must: File the 2025-26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®), Be a current resident of Pennsylvania, Meet satisfactory academic progress for Title IV financial aid, Have not earned a bachelor's degreem, Be enrolled at least half-time in an eligible associate or bachelor's degree program at an approved Pennsylvania institution, This degree must lead to a job in an in-demand occupation as determined by PHEAA, Sign a Master Promissory Note (MPN) agreeing to repay all funds received if the work requirement is not met, including any potential interest accrued

Hagan Scholarship Foundation

The Hagan Scholarship is a nationwide need-based merit scholarship, providing recipients “regardless of nationality” with the opportunity to achieve their goals and graduate college debt-free. The scholarship provides up to $7,500 each semester for up to 8 consecutive semesters. 

Lancaster Building Industry Foundation Scholarship

The Foundation offers scholarship amounts ranging from $500 to $1,500+ for students pursuing secondary education in residential construction or construction-related trades.

Lancaster County Conservation District - Ann Brown Scholarship

$1,000 Scholarships for High School Students pursuing a curriculum which focuses on natural resources and/or conservation.

Lancaster Foundation Scholarships 

Thanks to generous donors with a passion for supporting the future generation, each year we are able to award scholarships to help advance Lancaster County students’ education. We offer scholarships for students pursuing an education in any field of study and you can apply at any stage of your undergraduate career.

Luthercare Nursing Scholarship

Luthercare is offering scholarships to high school seniors in Berks, Lancaster, Lebanon, and York Counties who plan to pursue a nursing degree.  Two $5,000 scholarships, two $3,000 scholarship, and nine $1,000 scholarships will be awarded this spring.  Applicants are required to complete an application, submit two letters of recommendation, and write an essay describing why they should receive the scholarship and why they are interested in the field of nursing. 

Metzger & Wickersham Road to Safety Scholarship

The ultimate goal of the contest is to help spread the message to drive with safety in mind all the time! First place winners will receive a $1,000 scholarship, second place winners will receive $750, and third place winners will receive $500.  

Orrstown Bank Scholarship

The Scholarship Committee will consider any application for any student who is enrolled as a full-time secondary student in good standing, will apply for admission to, be accepted to, and enroll at a post-secondary institution (e.g., university, college, community college, or technical school) for the 2025-2026 academic year as a full-time student.

Pennsylvania History Essay Scholarship

The Pennsylvania Heritage Foundation’s (PHF’s) mission to help preserve the Commonwealth’s rich heritage includes supporting the next generation of scholars and encouraging their enthusiasm for Pennsylvania History. For our second annual PHF Essay Scholarship, we are asking applicants to prepare an essay of up to 1,500 words about a person, location, or event that has been underrecognized in Pennsylvania History.  Two cash awards of $1,000 and three cash awards of $500 will be presented for the best essays received. We will be looking for well-written and thoughtfully articulated essays that elevate the topic with originality and understanding. Applicant Requirements: Attending a two or four-year Pennsylvania college or university in the Fall of 2025, Pursuing a course of study in History or an allied field, Current Pennsylvania resident

Pennsylvania Land Surveyors' Foundation Scholarship

The purpose of this scholarship is to promote, improve and encourage the profession and practice of land surveying in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania by providing financial assistance to those persons intending to pursue, or who are currently pursuing, an education in surveying with an ultimate goal of becoming practicing Professional Land Surveyors

Pennsylvania School Public Relations Association (PenSPRA) Student Scholarships Program

Each year, PenSPRA presents a student from each of its two regions with a $1,000 scholarship. Scholarships are awarded to qualified Pennsylvania public high school seniors who plan to pursue a career in a communications field (i.e., journalism, English, public relations, advertising, graphic arts, etc.). Please review scholarship details and eligibility guidelines before applying. For questions, please email penspra@cciu.org.

SME Education Foundation Scholarship - flyer

Our scholarship program awards millions of dollars to hundreds of graduating high school seniors and current college students pursuing an associate or bachelor's degree in technical fields that directly support manufacturing.

Student-View Scholarship Program

The Student-View Scholarship Program is offering over $13,000 worth of scholarships to high school seniors who plan to attend a four-year college, community/junior college or career school.

Susquehanna Valley Umpire Association's Scholarship - Application 

The purpose of this scholarship is to provide a one-time $1,000 scholarship to two senior high school varsity softball players who participated in the youth Lancaster County Girls Softball League (formerly the Donegal Rheems Girls Softball League) and continued playing high school softball through her senior year. Scholarship eligibility requirements, application deadline, and mailing instructions are outlined in the application.

Town and County Garden Club of Lancaster

The Town and Country Garden Club of Lancaster offers a scholarship for $1500.00 each year to a deserving senior who is continuing their education in the following studies: Agriculture, Agriculture Engineering, Agronomy, Botany, Dairy Production, Environmental Control City Planning, Flora Culture, Horticulture, Land Management, Landscape Design, Forestry, Wildlife Sciences and Urban Planning.

U.S. Junior Chamber International (JCI) Senate Foundation Scholarship

The Pennsylvania JCI (Junior Chamber International) Senate is an organization affiliated with the Pennsylvania Jaycees and the United States JCI Senate. We promote leadership training through community involvement and believe “that service to humanity is the best work of life.” Our commitment to working with our communities and serving others is the basis for our scholarship program.

The Pennsylvania JCI Senate annually sponsors a scholarship for senior students who are residents of Pennsylvania. We will be awarding two $750 scholarships this year. The applications of these two recipients will then be forwarded to the United States JCI Senate Foundation for consideration to receive an additional national grant of $1500 for those students furthering their education at a college or university or $1000 for those attending a vocational or industrial school. 

Women in the Trades Scholarship 

ABC Keystone Chapter and Traditions Bank, A Division of ACNB Bank, are joining together to celebrate hard-working women who’ve chosen a career in construction! From electricians, plumbers and superintendents to the estimators, project managers and company owners who build America, we applaud you! Traditions Bank is helping our next generation of women jump-start their careers.Traditions Bank strives to have a meaningful impact on their customers and their communities. As a result, we are proud to offer two (2) scholarships, each for $1,000, to those pursuing their dreams in the construction industry.

WTS Foundation Scholarships

Since 2012, the WTS Central Pennsylvania Chapter has awarded over 50 scholarships totaling over $100,000 to encourage and support the exceptional women who are pursuing careers in a STEM or transportation-related field.  The scholarships are competitive and based on the applicants' specific goals, academic achievements, and transportation-related activities. All scholarships are open to any person who identifies as female.  Interested female students can apply for our WTS Central PA Chapter - Colleen Brown High School Senior Scholarship or any of the national scholarships listed below. In addition, one applicant for each award offered may be recommended for the national scholarship competition.