SCHOLARSHIP QUALIFICATIONS CONTACT INFO. DEADLINE AXA Achievement (Resources that make college affordable) If you've accomplished something special we encourage you to apply for a scholarship. Visit www.axaachievement.com and see how to navigate the complex selection, application and financing for college. The Joseph "Murph" Irwin Memorial This scholarship was created for a high school senior who graduated from St. Louise de Marillac School, with a GPA of 3.3 or higher, must have participated in one varsity or junior varsity sport and plan on attending college. Deadline is May 18, Bethel Park Lions George Meyer This scholarship is awarded in memory of the late George Meyer, a Bethel Park teacher, who inspired many students. A grant of $4,000 will be awarded to the student's first year of college. Eligibility is restricted to the students in the 2013 graduating class of BPHS and must have resided in the BP School District for at least 2 years All completed applications must be returned to the Guidance Office by April 15, Melville Alexander Eberhardt Memorial Fund This scholarship is to provide assistance to worthy high school students who are residents of Pennsylvania. be mailed by March 25, Anna N. Dosen Serbian Educational Fund This scholarship is available to students of Serbian background, planning on attending college and majoring in the field of science be mailed by April 1,
William C. Comptaro Educational Fund Laura E. Elden Educational Trust Frances L. Lewis Memorial Fund Myer H. Sparks and Rose Sherman Sparks Fund These funds were created at The Pittsburgh Foundation to provide scholarships to students who plan to attend college or an accredited technical school. be mailed by March 18, Bethel Park Kiwanis Memorial This scholarship was created for a graduating senior from BP who otherwise may not have the means for further education. submitted to the Guidance Office by May 1, The Irene S. and Harry Louik College Fund Abbott and Fenner Program Louise Salinger Academy of Fashion Fund This fund was created to help build future audiences for the performing arts. The A&F s are available to all high school juniors and seniors who have the desire and ambition to succeed. This fund was established to provide scholarships to high school seniors in Allegheny County who wish to pursue a career in fashion design. requirements criteria are available in the Guidance Office. Students will submit an essay on the topic that appears on the scholarship page of the website: www.abbottandfenner.com/sc holarships.htm returned by May 15, Deadline is June 14, Mail completed applications by March 30, Epilepsy Foundation of Western/Central PA Offers a scholarship program for students who have epilepsy or a seizure disorder. Six $1,000 scholarships are available. Applications and more information is available in the postmarked by March 29, William J. Wolf Memorial The Pittsburgh Foundation is sponsoring a scholarship that was created for graduating high school seniors, of the Lutheran denomination. This is a $5,000 renewable award for each year. Applications and further information is available in the The deadline is April 1, 2013, for completed applications. Big Sun The applicant will be a high school senior currently involved in some sport within the school or community. Visit the website at www.bigsunathletics.com to learn how to apply. The deadline to apply is June 21,
Giant Oaks Garden Club The Giant Oaks Garden Club in McMurray is offering a $1,000 scholarship to a student who plans to study gardening related fields. be received by April 10, Edgar Snyder "Words to be Heard" Contest This $5000 scholarship is for graduating seniors planning to attend a four year college or university in the fall of Applicants must submit a presentation that discourages underage drinking, drunk driving or texting while driving. Application and official contest rules are available in the Guidance Office or online at www.edgarsnyder.com Deadline is March 29, "Time to be First" Athletic sponsored by First Commonwealth Bank Available to any high school senior graduating in 2013 that has participated on an athletic team or club. Deadline is March 29, Three Rivers Desk and Derrick Program Students planning to pursue a four year energy related degree from a college or university are eligible to receive a $1000 scholarship. Deadline is May 1, Pennsylvania Masonic Youth Foundation Educational Endowment Fund, grant and loan opportunities primarily for Masons: their siblings, children, grandchildren and members of Masonic-related youth groups. The complete text of the booklet and the application for the PMYF can be found on the internet at www.pmyf.org The American Legion Department of Pennsylvania Oliver L. Johnson and William A. Lester Families Fund Children of Pa Legion members that are deceased, KIA, MIA, or has a parent that has been in the Military or is in the Military and has had a good standing in the American Legion. s to provide educational opportunities for deserving African American students in financial need. Visit the website at www.palegion.com for more information on the many opportunities that are available for graduating seniors and also underclassman. further instructions are available in Deadline is March 29,
Thomas A. Knight Memorial Established in memory of BP School District Superintendent Dr. Thomas Knight, who passed away in July, 2011. This $1,500 scholarship will be awarded to two worthy BP high school seniors who plan to continue their education. Applicants must possess a 3.0 QPA and demonstrate leadership skills, strong work ethic and financial need. further completed, in the Guidance Office by Monday, April 1, Jennifer A. Morgan Memorial of the Pittsburgh Foundation This $600.00 scholarship was established to provide financial assistance to BP graduating seniors seeking to pursue higher education in Nursing or other health related fields. The application, along with requirements, is available in be returned to the BP Guidance Office by Monday, April 15, The Landmarks Award *Must be a resident of Allegheny County and a high school senior who has been accepted at a college or university* This award is based on academic achievement, community service/work experience, financial need and interest in history, architecture, and/or landscape design of Allegheny County. The application is available in the Guidance Office or online at www.phlf.org postmarked by Friday, April 26, Rosemary Gainar Memorial This $1000 award is available to any BP senior who attended William Penn Elementary and is planning on furthering his/her education. Applications/essays must be received by 5:00pm on March 22, Pittsburgh Rotary Club Foundation The program this year will provide six $1500 scholarships for collegebound seniors. Applicants must live in Allegheny County, be a high school senior applying to college and have a GPA of 3.2 or higher. Applications and more information can be found on the website at www.pittsburghrotary.org or in Deadline is March 25, 2013 for completed applications. Must be returned to the Rotary Office.
Lola G. Duff and William H. Duff, ll Program This scholarship is available to a senior Allegheny County resident that is Protestant and will be enrolled as a full time student at a college or university. Complete information and application may be obtained at the following website: www.sms.scholarshipamerica. org/duff Application postmark deadline date is March 20, Junior League of Pittsburgh This annual $1500 scholarship is provided for female graduates of Allegheny County who have at least 100 hours of Volunteer service throughout high school and a GPA of 3.0 or better. Application deadline is April 5, 2013 Pittsburgh Italian Fund Provides students of Italian heritage, who demonstrate financial need to pursue higher education, with annual scholarship funds. Applications and the list of participating colleges is available in the Guidance Office. postmarked by March 31, Dr. Gary Cartwright Each year four $500 scholarships are awarded to senior boys and girls - 2 for each. You must be a present or past patient of Dr. Cartwright and be attending some form of education to further your career. Deadline is April 11, Ken Waldie Memorial One award for the amount of $6000 will be presented to a graduating BP senior, who lettered in a varsity sport, entering as a fulltime student to an accredited college or university. The completed scholarship application must be returned to the Guidance Office before April 15, Court Time Foundation The Court Time Foundation intends to award an annual scholarship(providing fund availability) to a graduating high school senior who wishes to attend on a full time basis an accredited college, university or junior college. Application deadline is March 31,
Kierra Keeps Caring Foundation Annual Essay Contest This $1000 award is available for high school seniors intending to pursue post high school studies at a college or university. Applications and requirements are available in the Guidance Office or online at www.kierrakeepscaring.com Deadline for scholarship applications is May 1, The Pennsylvania Association of Medical Suppliers (PAMS) PAMS will award a $1000 scholarship to a deserving student who has overcome physical challenges with the help of home medical supplies/equiptment. Applications may be obtained in the Guidance Office or by calling the PAMS office at (717)909-1958. postmarked by March 29, The Pittsburgh Metropolitan Area Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Foundation (PMAHCC) The PMAHCC Foundation accepts applications from Feb. 1 until June 30 for the scholastic year starting in the fall. Grant amounts are evaluated for each application depending on individual need or merit; and the available funds. the Guidance Ofiice or on the website: http://pmahcc.org Deadline is June 30, Ralph B. Canterbury sponsored by Clearview Federal Union The Rotary Club of Bethel Park" Robert Brindley Memorial Community Service" Ten scholarships are available in the amount of $1000 each. All applicants must be members in good standing. This program will award two $1000 scholarships to high school seniors that have a 3.0 GPA and demonstrate active community service. Applications, as well as, more information is available in the The scholarship deadline is April 1, Deadline is May 15, 2013 by 4:00PM Ben Franklin PTO Award for Higher Education Two $500 awards will be given to graduating seniors who had attended at least 4 years at Ben Franklin Elementary School. The completed application must be submitted to the Guidance Offfice by May 12,