2025 Pittsburgh Scholarships

Pittsburgh residents deal with the same financial burden of college education as the rest of the United States. The median household income for Pittsburgh residents is $44,092.00, and 19.0% of households earn at least $100,000 annually. We compiled this scholarship database to help residents of Pittsburgh, PA more easily afford a college education. The scholarship search tool lets you easily browse all types of scholarships by location, type and school.

41.9% of Pittsburgh residents have a college degree or higher, while 26.7% have a high school degree but no more and 7.9% have less than a high school education. Furthermore, 23.4% have at least some college education, 22.1% have a bachelor’s degree but no higher, and 19.8% have a graduate degree. It’s clear that a significant percentage of Pittsburgh residents aspire to higher education outcomes, but it’s likely that finances get in the way.

Currently, 11.6% of people living in Pittsburgh, PA are between the ages of 10 to 19, and another 24.3% are in their twenties. This age demographic is poised to take advantage of the below scholarships in Pittsburgh.

How much total award money and scholarships are available for Pittsburgh, PA residents?

There are 884 scholarships totaling $3,723,928.00 available to Pittsburgh residents.

Are these scholarships available for Pittsburgh high school students?

Yes, all high school students in Pittsburgh can apply to these scholarships.

Are these scholarships available for current college students in Pittsburgh?

Yes, all current college students and undergraduates in Pittsburgh can apply to these scholarships. Other types of applicants include nursing students, teachers, working moms, etc.

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$10,000 ScholarshipPoints Scholarship for Pittsburgh
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$10,000 SmarterCollege Scholarship for Pittsburgh
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$1,000 Appily No Essay Scholarship for Pittsburgh
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$1,000 CollegeXpress No Essay Scholarship for Pittsburgh
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Dr. Charles A. Vernale Student Loan Award
Sponsor:
Lycoming College
Applicant must be a Connecticut resident with a predoctoral degree in dental medicine.
Deadline:
March 1
$2,000.00
Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation
Sponsor:
Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation
Applicant must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, strong leadership qualities, and specific goals for a career in graphics. Selection is based upon test scores and recommendations.
Deadline:
March 1 (high school seniors), April 1 (undergraduates), February 15 (graduates)
$5,000.00
Catholic Daughters of the Americas Graduate Scholarship
Sponsor:
Catholic Daughters of the Americas
Applicant must be enrolled in a graduate program at a college or university. Reasons for applying, official transcript of undergraduate work, letter of academic reference from a college or university, and autobiography are required.
Deadline:
May 1
$3,000.00
Chancellor Scholarship
Sponsor:
University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh Campus
Selection is based upon high school performance, SAT or ACT scores, essay, and interview.
Deadline:
January 15
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University Scholarship
Sponsor:
University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh Campus
Selection is based upon high school performance and test scores.
Deadline:
January 15
$10,000.00
Indiana University of Pennsylvania Foundation Distinguished Scholars Award
Sponsor:
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Applicant must rank in top tenth of class or have a minimum combined SAT Reasoning score of 1100 and demonstrate leadership, extracurricular activities, and honors.
Deadline:
None
$2,000.00
Board of Governors Scholarship
Sponsor:
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
All freshmen students will be considered for this scholarship. Selection is based upon strength of high school curriculum, minimum 3.0 GPA, demonstrated leadership qualities, active participation in extracurricular activities, and essay or recommendation letter.
Deadline:
None
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Army ROTC/Villanova Scholars Award
Sponsor:
Villanova University
Applicant must be selected by the Army for an 80% tuition scholarship to receive the room and board scholarship from the university.
Deadline:
January 7
$5,000.00
Air Force ROTC/Villanova Scholars Award
Sponsor:
Villanova University
Applicant must be receiving a level II AFROTC scholarship as designated by the Air Force.
Deadline:
January 7
$6,790.00
Presidential Scholarship for Underrepresented Students
Sponsor:
Villanova University
Applicant must first be nominated by the chief academic officer of their high school by December 1. Student may also be nominated by a representative from a home school entity or non-profit educational organization dedicated to helping disadvantaged high school students with the college process. Applicant must be an underrepresented student...
Deadline:
December 1
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Villanova Scholars Award
Sponsor:
Villanova University
Applicant must have a minimum combined SAT Reasoning score of 1380 or composite ACT score of 30 and a minimum 3.85 GPA, ranking in the top five percent of their graduating class.
Deadline:
December 1
$12,500.00
National Merit Scholarship
Sponsor:
Villanova University
Applicant must be a National Merit finalist who designates Villanova University as their first choice.
Deadline:
January 7
$2,000.00
Presidential Scholarship
Sponsor:
Villanova University
Applicant must first be nominated by the chief academic officer of their high school by December 1. Student may also be nominated by a representative from a home school entity or non-profit educational organization dedicated to helping disadvantaged high school students with the college process. Applicant must be an underrepresented student...
Deadline:
December 1
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