Scholarships

Looking for assistance to continue your education beyond high school?

This page contains scholarship information and applications recently received by the guidance department. You may print out and complete the application or students can stop by the guidance office and pick up a copy. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact your guidance counselor.  For additional assistance in searching for scholarships, colleges, and financial aid the guidance department recommends using FastWeb: Enter Here

Scholarships for the 2024-2025 School Year For Seniors

  • The ABC Keystone’s Merit Shop Training & Research Center Scholarship opportunity is now available. Every year, the Center awards multiple scholarships to individuals seeking to further their education in careers in construction. The 2025-2026 scholarship application window is open. Application forms and instructions can be found at the following website. Applications are due March 7, 2025.
  • The First Community Foundation Partnership of PA is the host of MANY scholarships available to SNYDER COUNTY students. Information regarding current opportunities can be viewed here. Scholarship amounts will be announced to the recipients when they receive an award letter in June. All applications are due April 1st, with letters of recommendation due April 15.
  • The Society for Manufacturing Engineers (SME) Education Foundation is accepting applications for college scholarships for high school seniors who will be enrolled in an associate’s or bachelor’s degree program majoring in manufacturing technology, electromechanical technology, engineering, manufacturing processes, computer/IT, robotics/automation or other manufacturing-related disciplines. Award Range: $2,500 – $20,000 (one-time award). Application available here. Application Deadline: Saturday, February 1, 2025
  • StudentScholarships.org January, 2025 Release of Opportunities Click here
  • StudentScholarships.org December 1 Release of Opportunities Click here
  • The Epilepsy Association of Western and Central PA will award a minimum of 10 scholarships, totaling $11,500 to graduating high school seniors who have epilepsy/seizure disorder and are going on to post-secondary school. Application must be received by April 7, 2025. For more information Click here
  • StudentScholarships.org November 14 Release of Opportunities Click here
  • Every year, the WTS Central Pennsylvania Chapter awards thousands of dollars in scholarships 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.  Since 2012, WTS Central PA has awarded 50 scholarships totaling over $100,000.  In addition, one applicant for each award offered may be recommended for the national scholarship competition. Deadline to Apply: Friday, December 6th  Click here
  • StudentScholarships.org October 21 Release of Opportunities Click here
  • StudentScholarships.org September 16 Release of Opportunities Click here
  • National September Scholarship Opportunities for high school students: Click Here
  • Greetings from PHEAA’s Pennsylvania School Services!Searching for Scholarships: PHEAA is hosting a state-wide webinar on September 10th from 6:00-7:00PM to help students search and apply for scholarships. The cost of a postsecondary education can add up quickly for students and families. Thankfully, there is funding to help cover those expenses. Join us as we share tips to help students successfully search and apply for scholarships. After attending this webinar, students will understand the different types of scholarships, resources for finding scholarships, and tools to help increase their chances of earning those scholarships. Register here!The U.S. Department of Education (Department) announced that the 2025-26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA® form) will be launched through a new process. Starting on October 1, the Department will release the 2025-26 FAFSA form for testing with a limited set of students and institutions. The Department will make the application available to all students on or before December 1.

Scholarships for the 2024-2025 School Year For Juniors

  • We are pleased to announce that The Pennsylvania Society’s Benjamin Franklin Scholar Award for Pennsylvania public school juniors is currently accepting 2025 submissions! The scholarship offers a first-place prize of $6,000, a second-place prize of $4,000, and a third-place prize of $2,000.

    All information for this year’s contest and past winning essays can be found here. The deadline for submission is Friday, February 28, 2025.

  • The Horatio Alger Association seeks to assist junior students who have demonstrated integrity, perseverance in overcoming adversity, strength of character, financial need, a good academic record, commitment to pursue a college education, and a desire to contribute to society. Click here for detailed information. Deadline to apply is March 1, 2025.
  •  The Coolridge Scholarship is an exciting opportunity for current high school juniors intending to apply to college. Information about this unique opportunity can be found here. Deadline to apply is Wednesday, December 12, 2024.