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Abbott & Fenner
Scholarship Program
Application requires a written 500 to 1,000 word essay on this year's
topic. Awards of up to $1,000 to the winner (s) are given each year.
www.abbottandfenner.com/scholars
hips.htm
June 16th
ACT Student Champion
Award
$500 scholarship, plaque and state-level recognition to senior that
has overcome challenges and can articulate education and career
actions. Student must have a compostie ACT score of a 22 on a
single test date or a 3.0 GPA or greater on 4.0 scale. More
information and applications may be found online.
www.act.org/readinesschampions December 31st
AES Engineering Scholarship Scholarship available to all students attending a post secondary
educational facility, awarded on the basis of character, as
determined by evaluated essays submitted. Scholarships intended
for our future leaders across a wide spectrum of fields of study (not
just engineering).
www.aesengineers.com October 7th
AFA Teens for Alzheimer's
Awareness Scholarship
$5,000 scholarship for a deserving collegebound student. $500 and
$250 to the 1st and 2nd runner-ups. Submission of written essay
about how Alzeheimer's disease has changed or impacted your life
and what you have learned.
www.afateens.org February 15th
Air Force R.O.T.C. Scholarship Applicants are required to have an SAT score of 1,100 (CR & Math)
or greater (24 for ACT), GPA of 3.0 or better. Rank in the top 40% of
their class; must take the Physical Aptitude Exam; be at least 17 and
a U.S. Citizen.
www.afrotc.com/scholarships December 1st
Albright College Scholarships Scholarships ranging from $23,000/year to full ride tuition and
board. Look for the Davis, Founders, Shirk , Presidential and
Albright Scholarships.
www.albright.edu/scholarships Various Dates
Alexander Graham Bell
Association for the Deaf
Scholarship
Several awards given each year to students having a hearing loss of
60dB or greater and use speech and hearing residual hearing and/or
speech-reading as their mode of communication. Students must
also be accepted as a full-time student at a college/university for
students with normal hearing.
www.listeningandspokenlanguage.or
g/ScholarshipProgram
January 1st
Allentown Fair Queen Contest Available to women ages 16-20 residing in Lehigh, Northampton or
Berks County. Competition takes place in August. Possible $1,000
in scholarship money. No entry fee required. Contest applications
also available in the Guidance office.
www.allentownfair.com June 12th
Scholarships Available to Seniors
American Legion (PA) Oratorial
Contest
Requirement is an 8-10 minute oration on the topic about the US
Constitution and a 3-5 minute oration on one of four assigned
topics. Awards from $7,500 - $4,000 will be awarded for 1st - 3rd
place.
www.legion.org January 7th
American Legion (PA) State
Essay Contest
Students grades 9-12 are eligible to apply. Students are required a
500-1,000 word max written essay. Information on the topic is
available in the Guidance office. Awards range from $2,500 -
$3,500.
February 1st
American Legion Legacy
Scholarship
Numerous scholarships available to students who are dependents of
active duty U.S. Military and National Guard personnel or reservists
who were federalzied and died after 9/11/01. Must be planning to
attend a postsecondary institution in the U.S.
www.legion.org Various Dates
American Medical
Technologists' Scholarship
Program (AMT)
Five $500 scholarships are awarded to students whose major will
lead to a career in a discipline certified by AMT. Must prove
financial need. For more information visit
www.americanmedtech.org/Schools/
ScholarshipsAwards.aspx
April 1st
American Society of Highway
Engineers Robert L. Donovan
and Robert L. Brown Memorial
Scholarships
Two $1,000 scholarships awarded to seniors enrolling or have been
accepted to a program leading to a Bachelor's Degree in Civil
Engineering or Civil Construction Engineering Technology. Visit the
Guidance office to pick up an application.
March 1st
American Welding Society Several $2,500 scholarships available for students who wish to
pursue a career in welding engineering or welding engineering
technology.
www.aws.org/about/page/scholarshi
ps
February 15th
Arline Kline Scholarship Scholarship open to any student who wants to pursue the teaching
profession. A 150 word essay is required. Applications are available
in the Guidance office.
May 1st
Army National Guard College tuition is available to seniors who have completed Basic
Training or Basic and Advanced Training. If qualified, 100% of tution
is paid at selected colleges/universities. Contact a recruiter for
more information
None Stated
Art Plus Gallery - Annual Fine
Art Scholarship
$500 scholarship awarded to a Berks County senior pursuing a
college-level visual fine arts major.
www.artplusgallerypa.com/apg-
scholarship.html
March 31st
Aspiring Animation
Professional Scholarship
$1,000 awarded to seniors who are pursuing an animation-related
degree such as game design, studio art, graphic design, multimedia,
web design, etc. Applications available online.
www.fashion-schools.org/aspiring-
fashion-professional-scholarship-
program
June 1st
Aspiring Fashion Professional
Scholarship
$1,000 awarded to students pursuing a fashion degree. Applications
online.
www.fashion-schools.org/aspiring-
fashion-professional-scholarship-
program
June 1st
Aspiring Pharmacist
Scholarship
$1,000 awarded to seniors who are pursuing a pharmacy or
pharmacy related degree. Applications available online.
www.pharmacytechnicianreview.com
/aspiring-pharmacist-scholarship-
program
June 1st
Automotive Training Center
Scholarship Program
One full and two 25% tutitions (for up to 19 months) Automotive
Training Center scholarships awarded to top 3 test scorers. More
information available online.
www.autotraining.edu October 26th
AXA Achievement $25,000 Scholarship awarded if you have demonstrated ambition
and self-drive in school, work or an activity. Applications available
online.
www.us.axa.com/axa-
foundation/AXA-achievement-
scholarship.html
December 15th
Beneficial Society Victor
Emmanuel II Scholarship
$12,000 Scholarship ($3,000/year for 4 years) awarded to an eligible
Berks County student of Italian descent (verification required),
planning to attend an accredited 4-year institution. More
information available in the Guidance Office.
March 15th
Berks County Community
Foundation
Over 100 scholarship funds for Berks County students, most with
very specific criteria.
https://bccf.academicworks.com/ January 1st
Berks County Conservation
District & Solon Phillips
Memorial Scholarship
Four scholarships available to a senior planning to study
Environmental Science, Forestry or Agricultural Science. Applicants
are required to submit an essay. Applications are available in the
Guidance office.
January 1st
Berks County Kennel Club A $1,000 scholarship awarded to a Berks County senior with a grade
average of B or better who is planning to enroll in the field of animal
studies at a 2 or 4 year school. Criteria and applications available in
the Guidance office or email Barbara McLaughlin at [email protected]
for more information.
April 18th
Berks County Medical Society
Alliance
$1,000 scholarships to students financially in need, who are
preparing for a career in the health field. Must be planning to
attend a training program, college or hospital in Berks County.
Applications available online.
www.berkscmsa.org/bcmsa-
scholarship/
April 1st
Berks County School Health
Association
Two $500 scholarships to students that have been accepted into a
post-secondary study in nursing. More information and applications
available in the Guidance office.
April 1st
Berks Deaf & Hard of Hearing
Services: Margaret Roeder
Scholarship
Scholarship offered to a Berks County senior, who is hard of hearing,
has at least a 2.5 GPA and desires post-secondary education. Award
of $500, plus the possibility of additional awards. Applications
available online.
www.bdhhs.org/scholarship.html April 1st
Berks Photographic Society's
Senior High School
Photography Print Scholarship
Scholarship awards given to seniors whose photographs have been
chosen. 1st place award is $750, 2nd $500, 3rd $250, plus 5
Honorable Mentions of $100. More information and a application is
available online or in the Guidance office.
www.berkscamera.org October 24th
Big 33 Academic Scholarship
Award (PNC)
Scholarships provide financial assistance to seniors who exhibit
excellence in a well rounded educational and extracurricular
program. Applications available online.
www.big33.org/big-33-
scholarships/apply-for-scholarships
February 1st
Big Sun Athletic Scholarship $500 Award eligible to all student athletes regardless of which sport
they participate. Available to a senior planning to attend a post
secondary institute and currently involved in some sport at the
institution or in the community. Applications available online.
www.bigsunathletics.com June 1st
Brandywine Heights
Community Task Force
Scholarship
Scholarship of up to $1,500 to a Senior who has completed
community service relative to the mission of the Task Force. An
essay and letter of recommendation are required. More
information is available in the Guidance Office.
May 1st
Brandywine Heights Education
Association - Teaching/Nursing
Scholarship
$1,200 awarded to the most qualified senior applicant, who has
chosen to pursue a career in education or nursing. Complete
criteria and applications are available in the Guidance office.
April 29th
Brandywine Sportsman Clubs
Award
Applicant must be planning to attend a four-year college to pursue a
Bachelor's Degree in one of the following major areas: forestry,
wildlife management or conservation, environmental science, or
biology. Minimum 2.5 GPA and essay required. More information
available in the Guidance office.
May 1st
Buick Achievers Scholarship 50 scholarships up to $25,000/year for students planning to pursue
a 4-year degree in the field of science, technology, engineering,
math, business or design and interested in a career in automotive or
a related industry.
www.buickachievers.com February 27
Burger King Scholars $50,000, $25,000, $5,000 and $1,000 scholarships available for
seniors employed at Burger King or to seniors of a Burger King
employee.
www.bkmclamorefoundation.org/Wh
atWeDo/ScholarsProgram
December 1st
Cappex Scholarship Database Online resource offering a listing of multiple scholarship
opportunities.
www.cappex.com/scholarships Various Dates
Central Pennsylvania Mensa $300 - $1,000 awards to senior applicants enrolled in a degree
program at an accredited institution. Applicants must write a 550
word essay that describes their career, vocational or academic goal
in line with the purpose of the scholarship.
www.mensafoundation.org/what-we-
do-scholarships/
January 15th
Christian Connector Online resource that offers a listing of multiple scholarship
opportunities for students enrolling in a Christian College.
www.christianconnector.com Various Dates
Clarence Schock Foundation $6,600 over 4 years available to students with financial need, who
are planning to attend West Chester, Shippensburg, Millersville,
Kutztown or Cheyney universities. Applications available through
the financial aid office of the above mentioned universities.
Various Dates
Coca-Cola Scholarship Award to seniors that are motivated, dedicated, and involved in
school.
www.coca-colascholars.org October 1st
College Sports Scholarship $1,000 scholarship to a student who best represents true leadership
in sports and life. Student must have competed in a high school
sport. A 1,000 word or less essay required about a time you
displayed leadership in the field or your community and the
experience earned. For additional information or questions email.
www.collegesportscholarships.com July 1st
College/University Specific
Scholarships
Visit the website of the college/university that you have been
admitted to for scholarships that are offered specifically at that
institution! There are many valuable scholarships available!
Various Dates
Council on Chemical Abuse -
Pat Ganter Scholarship
$1,000 scholarship to a Berks County senior who is active in
substance abuse prevention in their school or community. Student
must be planning to pursue an education is either human service,
behavioral health, social work, addictions studies, criminal justice,
or psychology. More information and applications are available in
the Guidance office.
April 22nd
Da Vinci Science Center - 2017
Hall of Fame Student
Excellence Awards Scholarship
Four honorees will receive a $2,000 scholarship. Applicants must be
passionate about science, involved in science beyond the classroom
and in academically in good standing. More information and
applications are available in the Guidance office or visit the Da Vinci
website.
www.davincisciencecenter.org/hallof
fame
January 20th
Dell Scholars Program Scholarships available to students participating in an approved
college readiness program.
www.dellscholars.org January 15th
Discover Card Scholarships Awarded to seniors planning to attend an accredited non-profit,
four year college or university.
www.discover.com/student-
loans/scholarships
February 1st
Discover Colleges Provides a FREE private college information service as well as a
drawing for a $2,500 scholarship to a private college.
www.discovercolleges.com May 1st
Dorothy Klausing Bentley
Scholarship - Breast Cancer
Support Services of Berks
County
Three $500 scholarships offered to students who are direct relatives
of a breast cancer survivor, student must be planning to attend a 2
or 4 year or graduate school program. More information and
applications are available in the Guidance Office.
www.bcssberks.org March 31st
Dunkin' Donuts Philadelphia
Regional Scholarship Program
Up to 25 $1,000 scholarships awarded based on the following
criteria: academic record, leadership, commitment to
school/community activities, & work experience.
www.dunkindonuts.com/scholarship April 1st
Eagle Scout of the Year Award
(American Legion)
One $10,000 and three $2,500 awards. Must be 1) an Eagle Scout,
2) active member of a Boy Scout Troop, Varsity Scout Team, or
Venturing Crew, 3)chartered to an American Legion/Auxiliary Unit
or Son's of the American Legion Squadron.
www.legion.org April 1st
Elks National Foundation Three scholarships available. Two of the three require parent or
grandparent affiliation with Elks.
www.elks.org/enf/scholars Various Dates
FIDM National Scholarship FIDM awards more than 28 scholarships, including 8 full one-year
scholarships with $31,500 each. Students must be planning to
major in the following: Apparel Industry Management, Fashion
Design, Interior Design, Graphic Design, Merchandising & Marketing,
etc.
www.bit.ly/FIDMscholarship March 29th
Fastweb! Fastweb matches you with scholarships based on your strengths,
interests and skills.
www.fastweb.com Various Dates
Fleetwood Bank Community
Bankers Scholarship Program
$2,000 renewable scholarship. Only five students per school, from
Brandywine Heights, Fleetwood, Kutztown and Oley will compete to
be chosen. To be one of our five students, stop in the Guidance
office to pick up an application. The Guidance office will require a
Brag sheet on file to complete your recommendation.
March 15th
Foundation for Individual
Rights in Education (FIRE)
An 800 to 1,000 word essay is required to enter the contest.
Awards of $10,000, $5,000, $1,000 and $500 will be awarded.
www.thefire.org/contest January 1st
GE - Reagan Foundation
Scholarship Program
Program provides college-bound seniors who demonstrate
exceptional leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship with $10,000
renewable scholarships - up to $40,000 total per recipient. Visit
their website for more information and applications.
www.reaganfoundation.org January 5th
Gallery Collection's Create-a-
Greeting Card Scholarship
To enter the contest, students are required to submit a unique
photo, piece of artwork, or computer graphic for the front of a
greeting card. The student with the best design will win a $10,000
scholarship and have their design made into an actual card to be
sold in our line.
www.gallerycollection.com/greeting-
cards-scholarship.htm
February 1st
Garden Club Federation of
Pennsylvania
Various $1,000 scholarships available to seniors who plan to further
their education in Agriculture Education, Horticulture, Floriculture,
Landscape Architecture, Conservation, Forestry, Biology (excluding
Pre-Med), Botany, Agronomy, Plant Pathology, Environmental
Control, City Planning, Wildlife Science, and Land Management.
www.pagardenclubs.org/projects-
resources.html
January 15th
George Mack Memorial
Scholarship
$1,000 scholarship awarded to a student pursuing a career in law
enforcement. Applications available in the Guidance office.
April 1st
German/American Vocational
Education Scholarship
Program
Scholarship toward spending a year abroad in Germany with the
"Congress-Bundestag" Program. Students must be 18, have a
minimum 3.0 GPA, and complete a vocational-technical study
program prior to graduation.
www.nacelopendoor.org/exchange-
programs/americans-abroad.html
January 1st
Graeme Clark Scholarship Awarded to a senior with a Nucleus® cochlear implant, who is
working toward a minimum three-year degree at an accredited
university.
www.cochlearamericas.com October 1st
Great Valu Market - Great
Scholarships for Great
Students
$1,000 awarded to a senior. Apply at Radcliffe's Great Valu,
Mertztown, in the Customer Service Department.
March 1st
Hay Creek Historical
Association Scholarship
One time award of $500 for students that have volunteered 20 or
more hours of service to the Hay Creek Historical Association.
www.haycreek.org April 15th
Hellenic University Club of
Philadelphia
Various scholarships offered to students of Greek descent or
declared majors in Greek studies. Must be accepted to a degree
program at an accredited 4-year college or university. More
information is also available in the Guidance office.
www.hucphiladelphia.org April 3rd
Horatio Alger Scholarship Up to $20,000 to students who demonstrate critical financial need
($55,000 or lower gross adjusted family income). Student must be
involved in co-curricular or community service activities and must
maintain at least a 2.0 GPA.
www.horatioalger.org October 1st
Hughes Scholarship - BB&T
Retirement Services
Awards several scholarships ranging from $1,790 to $8,750.
Scholarships are available for students planning to further their
education with a major in architecture, creative literature, music or
theatre. Applications are available in the Guidance office.
June 10th
Huguenot Lodge - Kutztown $500 scholarship to a senior pursuing higher education. Criteria is
based on leadership, service/citizenship, scholarship and need.
Applications are also available in the Guidance office.
www.huguenotlodge.org April 10th
Imagine America $1,000 tuition discounts available to 3 graduating seniors with at
least a 2.5 GPA, who exhibit financial need, provide community
service during their senior year, and are attending one of 500
participating colleges or universities.
www.imagine-america.org December 31st
Janice M. Scott Scholarship
Scholarship Fund
Five $2,500 scholarships available to seniors who have
demonstrated leadership abilities through participating in
community service, extracurricular, or other activities.
www.scholarshipmentor.com/janice-
m-scott-memorial-scholarship
March 31st
Jewish Guild for the Blind Annual scholarship program awarding 12-16 scholarships of up to
$15,000 each for legally blind college-bound students. Information
and applications are available online.
www.guildhealth.org Mid-September
JFK Library Foundation Essay contest about an elected official who has demonstrated
courage. 1st place $10,000 and all expense paid trip to Boston for
recognition, 2nd place $1,000 and five finalists receive $500.
www.jfklibrary.org January 6th
Julie K. Gangawere Fine Arts
Scholarship
$600 Scholarship awarded to a Brandywine Heights senior presently
involved in art, band, chorus, and choaraliers, who will be pursuing a
degree in the fine arts. More information is available in the
Guidance Office.
May 1st
Junior Achievement 12 separate scholarship opportunities available through Junior
Achievement. For seniors who have completed or are enrolled in JA
Economics of JA Company Program.
www.juniorachievement.org/web/ja-
usa/scholarship-info
Various Dates
Junior League of Reading
Scholarship Application
This $5,000 cholarship is available for young women in the greater
Berks County area who are planning to continue their education at a
college, university, vocational or professional school. Applicants
must exhibit exemplary leadership skills within their community and
have a minimum 2.0 GPA. More information and applications are
available in the Guidance Office.
www.jlreading.org/wp-
content/uploads/2019/01/JLR-
Scholarship-Application.pdf
March 24th
Kohl's Kids Who Care $10,000 and $1,000 scholarships and $50 gift cards for Kohl's to
students ages 6-18 who volunteered in the past year to make their
communities a better place.
www.college-financial-aid-
advice.com/kohls-scholarship.html
March 15th
Kutztown Fair Scholarship Scholarship worth a minimum of $1,000 available to any student
who has been a fair participant for the past two years.
www.kutztownfairgrounds.com/fair/s
cholarship.htm
September 30th
Kutztown Rotary Club
Scholarship
$2,500 scholarship awarded to a senior. Scholarship is based upon
the student's academic class standing , participates in school
activities and community volunteerism. Applications available in
the Guidance office.
May 10th
Kutztown Rotary Club 4-Way
Test Speech Contest
Contests will be held in the local Rotary Club in March. Participants
receive recognition and/or cash awards at each club's discretion.
Winners of local contests advance to Regional Level, with the
potential to reach District Level Finals. More information is
available in the Guidance Office.
March 14th
Kyle Bleiler Memorial
Scholarship
$1,000 award split by the Topton Community Ambulance and the
Topton Volunteer Fire Company. Must have a successful 1st
semester, minimum 3.0 GPA, be an active member of a community
organization and must participate in BHHS extracurricular activities,
and must be accepted to a postsecondary institution. Applicant
must submit an essay. More information available in the Guidance
office.
May 1st
Lehigh Valley Community
Foundation
The Foundation sponsers a Citizenship essay. More information is
available in the Guidance office or online.
www.lehighvalleyfoundation.org/gra
nts/scholarships
May 1st
Lighthouse Guild Scholarship 20 scholarships up to $10,000 to be awarded to a student who is
legally blind. Criteria is based on academic achievement, 3
recommendations, 2 personal statements, and enrollment in an
accredited college or university.
www.lighthouseguild.org/scholarship
s
March 31st
Lincoln Technical Institute The Allentown Campus offers two full tuition and two half tuition
scholarships through their Annual Scholarship Competition and
Open House.
www.lincolnedu.com/campus/allento
wn-pa
October 1st
Margaret Lau Memorial
Scholarship
Scholarship awarded to a senior graduating in good standing with a
minimum GPA of 3.7 at the end of 3rd quarter, shows outstanding
citizenship, furthering their education at a 4 year college ub either
Education or Accounting, and must be involved in 2 extra-curricular
activities from 9th - 12th grade. More information is available in the
Guidance Office.
May 1st
Mark L. Miller Community
Pride and Hometown Hero
Award
$500 awarded to the student who demonstrates pride and
dedication to our community through volunteerism, community
service, and involvement with public organizations. Applications are
available in the Guidance office.
May 15th
Mary R. Seng Music
Scholarship
Memorial scholarship of $1,000 to a senior Brandywine Heights High
School member of band or chorus, who will be attending a college
or university to pursue a music degree. Applications are available in
the Guidance office. Return completed applications for
consideration to the Guidance office.
May 1st
Masonic Scholarship Numerous scholarships, grants and loan opportunities available to
Masons, their siblings, children, grandchildren and members of the
Masonic-related youth groups.
www.pmyf.org Various Dates
Merit Shop Construction
Scholarship Program
Provides 8-12 $1,500 - $3,000 scholarships per academic year to
assist individuals seeking to further their education in careers that
pertain to construction.
www.abckeystone.org February 1st
Mertztown Rod & Gun Club
Sportsman's Scholarship
$5,000 scholarship awarded to a senior planning to attend a 4-year
college/university or a technical/trade school continuing their
education in forestry, wildlife management or conservation,
environmental science, biology, agriculture, fur trading, park ranger,
etc. Applicant must have a minimum of 3.0 GPA and submit an
essay. More information is available in the Guidance Office.
May 1st
National Co-op Scholarship For students who will be attending Clarkson University, Drexel
University, Johnson & Wales, Merrimack College, State University of
New York Oswego, University of Massachusetts Lowell and have at
least a 3.5 cumulative GPA, based on a 4.0 scale.
www.waceinc.org/scholarship/index.
html
February 1st
National Federation of the
Blind (NFB)
Awarding 30 scholarships nationally, ranging from $3,000-$12,000
to visually impaired seniors who will be attending college.
www.nfb.org/scholarships March 31st
National Multiple Sclerosis
Society Scholarships
$1,000 - $3,000 Scholarships awarded to seniors with either parents
affected by MS or personally affected, who will be attending an
accredited post-secondary school.
www.nationalmssociety.org/scholars
hip
January 15th
National Wildlife Turkey
Federation
Scholarship available for seniors planning to attend college, have at
least a cumulative 3.0 GPA, hold a current NWTF membership, and
must either support or be active in the sport of hunting.
www.nwtf.org/jakes January 1st
NFIB Young Entrepreneur
Award
1 $10,000 and 400 $1,000 awards will be given to students who
have demonstrated entrepreneurial spirit or initiative. Application
available online. Use Access Key = NFIB
www.NFIB.com/YEA December 18th
Nordstrom Scholarship
Program
A $2,500 per year, $10,000 over four years scholarship which
recognizes students across the country for their exceptional
scholastic achievement and community involvement.
www.nordstrom.scholarsapply.org May 1st
P.E.O. Star Scholarship $2,500 scholarship awarded to a student who exhibits excellence in
leadership, academics, community service and potential for future
success. Student must have a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
www.peointernational.org/about-
peo-star-scholarship-star
November 1st
Pagoda Pacers Athletic Club $500 scholarship awarded to a senior participating on the school's
cross-country team as a senior.
www.pagodapacers.com February 28th
PASNP Future Nurse
Scholarship
Pennsylvania Association of School Nurse and Practitioners
Scholarship is for a senior who is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in
Nursing. Applications are available online.
https://pasnap.nursingnetwork.com May 1st
PENCON Foundation
Scholarship
$100 - $1,500 is available to seniors with possibility of renewal over
four years. Criteria emphasizes interest and talent in the sciences or
environmental studies. Applicants must submit a paper or research
project for school credit related to science or environmental issues.
www.pencon.org/foundation.html January 12th
Penn State Berks Cohen-
Hammel Fellows Program
$7,000 per year scholarship awarded to a student enrolled in a Penn
State Berks 4 year degree and who are leaders in their community.
http://cohen-hammel-
fellows.psu.edu
November 1st
Pennsylvania Association of
Community Bankers (PACB)
Five $1,000 renewable scholarships for students whose parents are
bank employees working a minimum of 1,000 hours or more per
year and/or directors of PACB's member institutions. Applications
are available in the Guidance office.
www.pacb.org February 12th
Pennsylvania Association of
Educational Office
Professionals (PAEOP)
Hermine Solt Scholarship
$500 scholarships for students who plan to pursue a career in
business such as secretarial, office technology, accounting or
business education. Must have financial need, display good
citizenship, service and leadership to the school and community.
Transcript and recommendation are required.
www.paeop.com/page/71 March 1st
Pennsylvania Association of
Medical Suppliers (PAMS)
$1,000 scholarship awarded for postsecondary study to a student
who has overcome physical challenges with the help of home
medical equipment and services, such as wheelchairs, respiratory
devices, diabetes devices, asthma devices, etc. Applications are
available in the Guidance office.
March 21st
Pennsylvania Association of
School Business Officials
(PASBO) - Mid-East Chapter
$500 scholarship awarded to a senior pursuing a career in the field
of business administration as their goal at an institution of higher
learning. More information and applications are available in the
Guidance office.
March 31st
Pennsylvania Association of
School Nurses and
Practitioners
$1,000 Scholarship to a senior pursuing a Bachelor of Science in
Nursing. Award given in memory of Richard Berritini, a Certified
School Nurse, who lost his life in 2008 serving for the National
Guard in Afghanistan.
www.pasnap.org/Scholarships.html May 1st
Pennsylvania Burglar & Fire
Alarm Association
Scholarship for the sons and daughters of active duty or volunteer
police and/or fire departments. Applications are available in the
Guidance office or online.
www.pbfaa.com March 15th
Pennsylvania Elks State
Association
Several levels of national competition, including awards ranging
from $4,000 - $60,000.
www.elks.org/enf/scholars December 1st
Pennsylvania JCI Senate Annually sponsers a scholarship program for PA seniors awarding
two $500 scholarships. The two recipient's applications are then
forwarded to the National JCI Senate Foundation for consideration
to receive one of fifteen $1,000 grants.
www.usjcisenate.org January 9th
Pennsylvania Land Surveyors'
Foundation Scholarships
Several scholarships totaling up to $20,000 to a student accepted in
a 2 or 4 year surveying program leading to a career as a Professional
Land Surveyor.
www.psls.org/foundation April 2nd
Pennsylvania Restaurant &
Lodging Association
Awards of $500 - $1,500 to seniors furthering their education in a
hospitality or culinary arts program in an accredited post-secondary
institution.
www.prla.org/scholarship March 1st
Pennsylvania Restaurant
Association
Scholarships of $250 - $1,500 are awarded to a senior enrolled or
accepted to a Hospitality or Culinary Arts program at an accredited
post-secondary institution.
www.prla.org/scholarship March 1st
Pennsylvania School Boards
Association (PSBA)
The Kid's Chance of PA Scholarship is for students whose parents
have been killed or seriously injured in a work-related accident
resulting in financial need.
www.kidschanceofpa.org April 15th
Pennsylvania School
Counselors Association (PSCA)
Has a school counselor had an impact on your academic, personal,
or social development? By writing a 500 word essay, you could be
eligible for a $1,000 scholarship.
www.psca-web.org May 20th
Pennsylvania School Public
Relations Association
$500 Scholarships awarded to six seniors with at least a 3.0 GPA
who plan to attend college and study a communications related
field (i.e. Journalism, English, Public Relations, Advertising, Graphic
Arts, etc.) Applications are also available in the Guidance office.
www.penspra.org/ScholarshipInfo.as
px
March 1st
Pennsylvania Society
Scholarship Program - Maguire
Foundation
Annual award of up to $8,000 to a senior planning to enroll full-time
at an accreditied four-year college or university in the
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Requirements include a minimum
3.0 GPA, be an active participant in the community, and
demonstrate financial need.
http://www.pasociety.com/ February 2nd
Phi Delta Kappa Kutztown
Chapter - Marie Bossler
Prospective Educator
Scholarship
Awards two cash scholarships at the local level to students pursuing
post-secondary education and majoring in Education. More
information is available in the Guidance Office.
April 1st
Playing with Purpose
Scholarship (SportQuest)
National $300 - $2,500 scholarship program that honors and
encourages student athletes who excel athletically, academically
and have committed their life to following Christ.
www.playingwithpurpose.org February 1st
Polish American Boad of
Education of Berks County
Sponsors 10 $1,000 - $5,000 scholarships for students of Polish
decent , who are furthering their education.
www.pabeberks.org March 7th
PRIDE Rainbow Scholarship Offered to gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and questioning
(GLBTQ) college-bound teens who demonstrate involvement and
participation in the GLBTQ community. A diversity essay contest is
open to all college bound youth regardless of sexual orientation.
www.prideglv.org June 1st
Princeton Prize in Race
Relations
$1,000 awarded to any student in grades 9-12 who is involved in
activities to improve race relations in school.
www.princeton.edu/PrincetonPrize January 31st
Prudential Spirit of Community
Award
Available to any student grades 5-12, who have engaged in a
volunteer activity in the past year. More information is available in
the Guidance office or online.
www.spirit.prudential.com November 4th
PSECU Scholarship Offers 6 scholarships, each up to $8,000, to seniors that are
immediate family to a PSECU member. Student must be planning to
attend a 2 or 4 year college or university
www.psecu.com/scholarships February 28th
Reading Choral Society $500 awarded to three excellent high school vocal/choral students
enrolling in a college, university or conservatory, with a minimum of
two music courses.
www.readingchoral.org February 1st
Reading Hot Stovers
Scholarship
$2,000 scholarship available to a Berks County Senior athlete who
has played a minimum of 2 years of baseball or softball at the high
school level, has been accepted into a 4 year accredited College or
University, top 50% of their graduating class with at least a 2.5 GPA.
More information and applications are available online or in the
Guidance office.
www.readinghotstoversbaseball.com July 15th
Reading Liederkranz German
Heritage Scholarship
$500 awarded to seniors who are of German descent or who are
studying the German language for at least 2 years. Parents or
grandparents must be current members of the Reading Liederkranz
for at least 2 years.
www.readingliederkranz.com/rlk-
scholarship
None Stated
Reading Muscial Foundation Offers 11 music scholarships to help advance the careers of
ambitious students in Berks County.
www.readingmusicalfoundation.org January 30th
Reading Pediatrics Lynn Reed
Scholarship
$1,000 to a senior planning to attend a post-secondary college or
vocational school. A 33 word essay about the role you have played
in your community is required.
www.readingpediatrics.com May 1st
Richard J. Caron Award $500 scholarship available to a student that has participated in the
Student Assistance Program (SAP) through Brandywine Heights.
Each student nominated is required to submit a typed essay of 500
to 750 words describing their experience, as well as the student's
plans for continued personal growth. More information can be
obtained in the Guidance Office
March 18th
Ronald McDonald House
Charities U.S. Scholarships
Multiple scholarships are offered to seniors who are eiligible to
attend a 2 or 4 year college, based on various criteria.
www.rmhc.org January 20th
Rotary Youth Exchange
Foreign Scholarship
Students interested in being foreign exchange students can apply
for this scholarship or sponsorship.
www.rotary.org January 1st
Santander Arena Greater
Reading Arts & Entertainment
Scholarship
Two $1,000 scholarships awarded to a senior, with at least a 3.0
GPA, continuing their education in the area of arts or entertainment
including but not limited to music, performance art, sports
management, entertainment business, music business, et al.
www.santander-
arena.com/arena/scholarship
March 31st
Scholarship America Dollars
for Scholars Program
Access contact information for the National Chapter of Dollars for
Scholars, as well as a list of reward matching colleges and
universities to meet student needs and reduction of loans.
http://info.scholarshipamerica.org/st
udent-scholarship-search-the-
scholarship-coach
Various Dates
Scholarship Guidance A website containing a number of scholarships. More information
on specific scholarships and applications available online.
www.scholarshipguidance.com Various Dates
School Nutrition Association of
Pennsylvania Chapter 12
$500 scholarship awarded to a senior continuing their education in
the field of Food Service. A 200-word essay is required. More
information and applications are available in the Guidance office.
April 30th
SchoolSoup Directory with quick access to scholarships based on various
catergories such as majors, college, state, race, athletics, activities,
etc.
www.schoolsoup.com/scholarship-
directory
Various Dates
Sertoma Scholarship Fund 10-13 $1,000 scholarships per year awarded to students with a
documented hearing loss, at least a 3.2 GPA and acceptance to a 4
year degree program.
www.sertoma.org/Scholarships May 1st
Shoemaker-Bond VFW Post
#7071 Citizenship Essay
Sponsors an essay contest for Brandywine seniors. The minimum of
500 word essay topic is "Ways that I can be a better citizen in
today's world." Essays should be submitted to the Guidance office.
May 1st
Simon Youth Community
Scholarship Program (Lehigh
Valley Mall)
$1,500 scholarship awarded to student of living near LV Mall or
nearby community. Student must plan to attend an accredited
university, 2 or 4 year college, or technical vocational school. More
information and applications available online.
www.syf.org/scholarships February 15th
Society of Women Engineers
of the Lehigh Valley
$5,000 scholarship awarded to a woman planning to enroll in an
accredited engineering program. Criteria for selection is
scholarship, leadership, teamwork, activities, and an essay.
lv.swe.org/scholarships.html February 12th
Spring Meadow Nursery
Scholarship
Three $3,000 scholarships offered to students pursuing a degree in
Horticulture at an accredited landscape, horticulture or related 2-4
year institution.
www.scholarships.com/financial-
aid/college-scholarships/scholarships-
by-grade-level/undergraduate-
scholarships/spring-meadow-nursery-
scholarship/
May 31st
Scott & Hoffmaster
Scholarship Fund
The scholarship offers one $7,500, two $5,000 and one $2,500
scholarship to students pursuing higher education in a construction
related field. Student must be admitted full-time to an accredited
college, university, trade/technical school. For more information
visit their website.
www.cfpsprinkler.com May 15th
Tall Clubs International Scholarships of up to $1,000 to women 5'10" or men 6'2" or taller. www.tall.org/tci-foundation.html Various Dates
The Stamps Scholarship Several universities partner with the Stamp Family Charitable
Foundation awarding 5 students scholarships towards full-tuition,
room and board. Also included is up to $17,400 in enrichment
funds. For more information and to see whether your college is
included in the program, please visit their website.
www.stampsfoundation.org December 1st
Thomas Jefferson University
Full-Tuition Scholarship
Offers a full-tuition scholarship for art students. Students are
required to submit their portfolios on Portfolio Review Day. The
scholarship is available to students interested in TJU design
programs - Animation and Digital Media, Architecture, Architectural
Studies, Fashion Design, Graphic Design Communication, Industrial
Design, Interior Design, Landscape Architecture and Textile Design.
http://eastfalls.jefferson.edu/undergr
ad/PlanYourVisit/PortfolioDay.html
January 25th
Thomas W. O'Brien Memorial
Scholarship
$1,500 awarded to a BCTC senior who is planning to attend a post-
secondary institution majoring in a career in the technical field.
www.cte.iup.edu/scholarship/ April 29th
Through the Looking Glass Scholarship funds available to seniors who have disabilities or have
parents with a disability.
www.lookingglass.org/scholarships/in
dex.php
March 1st
Tia Melcher Memorial
Scholarship
Senior cheerleader pursuing post secondary education with a GPA
of 3.0 or higher. Must be hardworking, enthusiastic student, who
motivates spirit in others. More information available in the
Guidance Office.
May 1st
Trinity Lutheran Church -
Stephen Walters Memorial
Scholarship
Scholarship open to a graduate of Kutztown, Fleetwood or
Brandywine Heights school districts. Student does not have to be
member of a Trinity Lutheran Church. Amount to be determined.
Applications are available in the Guidance office.
April 14th
Trinity Lutheran Church -
Schellenberger Education
Scholarship
Scholarship open to a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in
Kutztown interested in continuing their education. Amount to be
determined. Applications are available in the Guidance office.
April 14th
United Community Services
Ronald Lorah Memorial and
Ted Bricker Scholarships
Three scholarships awarded to students who are a union member or
family of a union member in PA.
www.ucswf.org July 31st
United States Senate Youth
Scholarship
Awarded to a junior or senior who currently holds an elected office
in student council, class government, or civic or educational
organization. Official academic transcript and 250 word essay
required.
www.ussenateyouth.org October 15th
United Steelworkers of
America Hugh Carcella
Scholarship Program
Six 4-year scholarships of $4,000 for members or children of the
United Steelworkers of America. More information available in the
Guidance office.
March 15th
WACE - National Co-op
Scholarship Program
Various scholarships offered to students who have applied to one of
their twn WACE Partner Institutions. For more information and
applications, visit the WACE website.
www.waceinc.org February 15th
Washington Crossing
Foundation
Scholarships ranging from $500 - $5,000 are available to seniors
who are planning careers in government service. Essay, transcript,
recommendation and test scores required.
www.gwcf.org January 15th
William J. McMannis and A.
Haskell McMannis Educational
Trust Fund
This Trust Fund offers 30 renewable scholarships ranging from
$2,000 to $5,000 to assist students from Pennsylvania attending the
following colleges: Mercyhurst, Gannon, Edinboro, Alleghany,
Clario, Grove City Thiel, Westminster and Slippery Rock. The
student must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Award is
renewable fo up to three additional years.
www.scholarsapply.org/mcmannis June 7th
William R. Waterkotte
Memorial Scholarship
(Carpentry)
$1,000 Scholarship for up to four years, to a senior that is a legal
dependent of a member of a local union affiliated with the Greater
PA Regional Council of Carpenters and enrolled in engineering,
architecture, or labor studies at a college or university. Applications
are available in the Guidance office.
February 28th
World Affairs Council of
Greater Reading - Alan Miller,
Esquire Scholarship
Several awards in the amount of $500 each to Berks County Seniors
planning to major in international studies, political science, public
administration, or other related global studies. Applications and
more information is available in the Guidance Office.
http://wacreading.org/scholarship April 15th
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