SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

WHO: Who qualifies for this scholarship/award?

WHAT: What is the value of this scholarship/award?

WHERE: Where can I find an application/information?

WHEN: When is the deadline?

⧫Scholarship information is based on materials received by

McGuffey High School and will be updated as necessary.

⧫New listings will be added to the beginning of the newsletter.  Expired listings will be deleted.  Please check back for updates.  

⧫All applications will be digital.  If you don’t have a printer at home and need to print an application, stop in the office and let us know.      

⧫Check out the Visit the WWWeb section at the end of the newsletter for more scholarship websites and other relevant information.  

THE JONATHAN LEVI GOWERN MARTIN SCHOLARSHIP

WHO:  McGuffey High School graduating senior with a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA who will be attending a post secondary school, i.e. junior college, college, trade school, technical center, career center, etc. Essay is required.  

WHAT:  $500

WHERE: Jonathan Levi Gowern Martin Scholarship.pdf

WHEN:  Wednesday, May 27, 2026

THE CIRKLED IN “NO SWEAT” SCHOLARSHIP

WHO: CASH scholarship to be used for any educational purpose

WHAT:  $2,500

WHERE:  https://www.cirkledin.com/scholarships/

WHEN:  June 30, 2026

HORATIO ALGER CAREER & TECHNICAL SCHOLARSHIPS

WHO:  Graduating seniors who plan to attend a not-for-profit community college or trade/vocational school.  

WHAT:  This year, 300 students will be awarded with scholarships up to $2,500 to help fund their education. Funds may be used for tuition, childcare, transportation, equipment, supplies, or other related costs.

WHERE:  Career & Technical Education Scholarships | Horatio Alger

WHEN:  June 5, 2026

2026 THREE RIVERS DESK AND DERRICK CLUB SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

WHO: Students planning to pursue a four-year degree in an energy-related / supportive program, at an accredited College or University, or to enroll in an accredited Trade or Vocational degree program to learn an industry- related / supportive skill or trade, may apply.  

WHAT:  The winner will receive one (1) of two (2) available Two Thousand Five Hundred ($2,500.00) Dollar scholarships.

WHERE:  2026 Three Rivers Desk and Derrick Club.pdf

WHEN:  June 30, 2026

GROW PA SCHOLARSHIP GRANT PROGRAM

WHO: To be eligible, applicants must have filed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®), be a current resident of Pennsylvania, meet satisfactory academic progress for Title IV financial aid, and be enrolled 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.  

WHAT:  Maximum award, $5,000 per year, to students who meet the qualifying criteria. A student can receive a Grow PA Grant for a maximum of 4 academic years.  BE SURE TO READ THE WORK AND RESIDENCY COMMITMENT DISCLAIMER.  

WHERE:  Grow PA Scholarship Grant Program

WHEN:  Grow PA Scholarship Grants are offered on a first-come, first-served basis, determined by the date a complete application is received.

AES ENGINEERING

WHO:  This award is available to high school seniors who will be attending a post secondary educational facility across a wide spectrum of fields of study.   Applicants are not required to be taking Engineering courses to be eligible.  Scholarship will be awarded on the basis of character, as determined by an evaluation of the essay that is submitted.

WHAT:  $500

WHERE:  There is no application packet for this award.  Click on the link for more information on essay submission.  Scholarships - AES Engineering

WHEN:  October 6, 2026

PA AMERICAN LEGION SCHOLARSHIPS

WHO: Children and grandchildren of PA Legion members.  Specific requirements apply.

  • Sebastianelli Drum Corps Scholarship
  • Robert J. Trace Scholarship
  • Joseph P. Gavenonis Plan #1
  • Robert W. Valimont Plan #2

WHAT:  Awards vary for each scholarship.

WHERE:  https://pa-legion.com/programs/student-and-youth/samuel-w-worley-scholarship-endowment/

WHEN:  May 1 or May 31, 2026.  See each application for details.  

Visit the WWWeb 

for career, college, financial aid, and more scholarship  information.

Claims to be the largest selection of scholarships on the web…………………………………….………………….www.StudentScholarships.org

Find scholarships, news articles, and resources………...www.scholarshipguidance.com/

Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)............www.fafsa.gov

Want to play college sports? (NCAA)…………………....https://web3.ncaa.org/ecwr3/ Balanced Man Scholarship at over 140 universities...https://sigep.org/scholarships/

Find the right college for you and how to pay for it………..bigfuture.collegeboard.org

Free minority scholarship search…………………………...blackexel.org/100minority.htm

Hispanic Scholarship Fund………………………………….hsf.net

Guide to financial aid…………...…………………………....finaid.org

Tailor your scholarship search……………………………...https://scholarships360.org

Guide to college scholarships……...........………………...lendedu.com/blog/scholarships

NROTC Full Tuition Scholarship…………………………...http://www.nrotc.navy.mil

Online colleges, scholarships, and degree programs.…..www.college-scholarships.com 

Explore the trades: Plumbing, HVAC, Electrical…………..www.ExploreTheTrades.org 

Find the major that fits you………………………………….www.collegemajors101.com 

Find your major, college, career, & scholarships ………...www.MyMajors.com 

Register for the SAT/college search…………….satsuite.collegeboard.org/sat/registration

Register for the ACT………………………………………….www.act.org 

Scholarships for students with disabilities https://www.affordablecollegesonline.org/college-resource-center/affordable-colleges-for-students-with-disabilities/

Find millions of college reviews and rankings..…………...www.collegeprowler.com 

Christian college information………………………………..www.christianconnector.com 

Saving, planning, and paying for college..………….www.salliemae.com/plan-for-college/ Scholarships, Financial Aid………………………………….www.scholarships.com 

Careers, scholarships, student loans, financial aid…....www.TuitionFundingSources.com 

Scholarships, Internships, career planning……..………….www.fastweb.com 

Best college rankings………………………………………...www.usnews.com/rankings 

Job Search, resumes, career resources..………………….www.monster.com