Other Scholarships

Applications for the following scholarships must be completed at high school guidance office or other specified locations

Academy High School Class of 61 Memorial Scholarship

Scholarships are awarded to graduating seniors attending Northwest Pennsylvania Collegiate Academy who have been accepted into a four-year college and have an excellent academic, extracurricular, and personal record.
Sister M. Lawreace Antoun, SSJ Scholarship

Scholarships are awarded to females attending Cathedral Preparatory School based on need and ability.
Louis W. Balmer / Gray Erie Engineering Societies Council Scholarship

Scholarships are awarded to residents of Northwestern PA pursuing a full-time program leading to a baccalaureate degree in engineering, science or technology, or related curricula. Applicants must be scholastically outstanding, worthy, and promising students as determined by the school administration. To apply, contact the deans in engineering or chemistry at Allegheny College, Edinboro University, Gannon University, Grove City College, or Penn State Behrend.
Raymond M. Blasco, M.D. Scholarship

Scholarships are awarded to graduating seniors from Seneca High School who have been accepted at an accredited school in a certified full-time program. An appointed faculty committee will make the selection based on character, self-discipline, co-operative behavior, respect for others, academic attitude, community, and school spirit. Contact the Seneca High School Guidance Office for an application.
Eda Camphausen Music Scholarship

Scholarships are awarded to music majors at Edinboro or Mercyhurst University.
Jim Conner Scholarship

Scholarships are awarded to graduating seniors from McDowell High School based on financial need, scholastic achievement, and community service. Applicants must have a 3.0 GPA or higher and have an excellent attendance record. Apply at https://jimconnerfoundation.com.
Frederick Douglass Scholarship

Sponsorships are awarded to students of African-American descent who are graduating seniors from Erie High School or NW PA Collegiate Academy with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0. Contact the high school guidance office for an application or click below to download the application.
Erie Day School Adopt-a-Scholar Scholarship

Scholarships are available to middle school students (grades 5-8) enrolled at The Erie Day School who have an excellent record of scholastic achievement, strong individual motivation, a sound sense of citizenship, and a financial need which exceed his or her parents’ contribution. Contact Erie Day School to apply.
Erie Music Teachers Scholarship Fund

Scholarships are awarded to students whose music teacher is a member of the Erie Music Teachers Association (EMTA). Information about this scholarship can be obtained from an EMTA member.
John Gillette Memorial Scholarship

Scholarships are awarded to graduating seniors from General McLane High School based on need and a required written essay. Contact the General McLane Guidance Office for an application.
Attorney M. Fletcher Gornall Class of 1941 Scholarship Fund

This scholarship is offered exclusively to a graduating senior from Erie High School pursuing a post-secondary degree from an accredited college or university. Applicants must have an acceptance letter from the school administration verifying attendance and be a U.S. citizen or hold an official U.S. work authorization.
Dr. Lori Ann Gornall Memorial Scholarship Fund

Scholarships are awarded to a graduating senior from Northwest Pennsylvania Collegiate Academy based on financial need and scholastic achievement. Applicants must be pursuing a college degree in education. Contact the Collegiate Academy guidance office for more information.
Elsie Offner Gornall Class of 1942 Scholarship Fund

Scholarships are offered to Erie High School graduating seniors pursuing a post-secondary degree from an accredited college or university who are U.S. citizens or hold an official U.S. work authorization.
Jane Imhoff Grunden Scholarship

Applicants must be graduating seniors from Fairview High School in Fairview, PA and residents of Erie County enrolled at an accredited university of college on a full-time basis prior to receiving funding. Scholarships will be awarded based on financial need, scholastic achievement, community service, and excellent attendance record. Contact the Fairview High School Guidance Office for an application.
Jaloszynski Harborcreek Youth Services Scholarship

Scholarships are awarded to current or former residents of Harborcreek Youth Services wishing to pursue vocational training or secondary education. Contact the Transitional Living Program office at Harborcreek Youth Services to apply.
The Kahkwa Club Caddie Scholarship

The award is intended to benefit any Kahkwa Club caddie pursuing a degree at a college or university or a certificate program/ continuing professional education program. Contact The Kahkwa Club Scholarship Fund Directors to apply.
Christopher Mark Knoll Scholarship

Applicants must be incoming first-year students at Cathedral Prep High School in Erie who graduated from an Erie County Catholic grade school. At least a B+ average is required. Apply through the admissions office at Cathedral Prep High School.
Casimir Kraus Memorial Scholarship & Internship (Widget Financial, Erie, PA)

Scholarships are awarded to full-time students attending a college, university, or technical school who have at least a 3.0 GPA. Recipients must be available to work a flexible schedule during the summer at Widget Financial in Erie. Applications are available through Widget Financial.
Donald S. and Dorothy R. Leslie Endowment

Scholarships are awarded to middle school students (grades 5-8) enrolled at The Erie Day School. Students must have an excellent record of scholastic achievement, strong individual motivation, a sound sense of citizenship, and need financial assistance. Apply at the Erie Day School.
Ellen Elizabeth McNamara Memorial Scholarship

Scholarships are awarded to female students at Gannon University who are outstanding academically, in character, in faith, and in personality just as Ellen Elizabeth McNamara was. Applicants must need financial assistance. Contact the financial aid office at Gannon University to apply.
Nancy Ostryniec Cross Scholarship

Applicants must be a high school senior graduating from Fort LeBoeuf High School who lives in LeBoeuf Township, Mill Village Borough, Summit Township, Waterford Borough, or Waterford Township. Scholarships are awarded based on standardized tests, evidence of good character, motivation, ability and potential, participation in extracurricular or community activities, teacher recommendation, and financial need. Contact the Ft. LeBoeuf Guidance Office for an application.
The Judge Bob Sambroak Memorial Award

Scholarships are awarded to young lawyers who pursue unique CLE opportunities. Applicants must be a young lawyer as defined by the Erie County Bar Association (ECBA), a member of the ECBA, and one who practices primarily in Erie County. In addition, it is preferred that the recipient demonstrate financial need, commitment to community service and/or public interest law, and a passion for developing and improving effective written and oral advocacy skills.
Ty and Jean Schuerman Scholarship

Scholarships are awarded to graduating seniors from an Erie County high school with a minimum GPA of 3.0 who attend Penn State Behrend pursuing a course of study offered by the school of engineering.
Mary E. Schumann Scholarship

Scholarships are awarded to graduating seniors from one of the Erie City public high schools who have outstanding academic credentials and are pursuing a collegiate course of instruction at an accredited college or university. The award rotates annually to one of the four public schools.
Jean Stull Memorial Scholarship

Scholarships are awarded to graduating seniors from Fort LeBoeuf High School who have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and are U.S. citizens or hold an official U.S. work authorization. Contact the Fort LeBoeuf High School Guidance Office for an application.
The Susan E. Tidmore & David C. Migdal Memorial Scholarship

Scholarships are awarded to middle school students (grades 5-8) enrolled at The Erie Day School who have an excellent record of scholastic achievement, strong individual motivation, and a sound sense of citizenship, and need financial assistance. There is no traditional application process. Teachers recommend students for this scholarship.
Trinity Lutheran Church Scholarship

Scholarships are awarded to students active in the life and ministry of Trinity Lutheran Church who have financial need, a commitment to a path in education, and evidence of a Christian life in word and deed. Contract Trinity Lutheran Church to apply.
Weber Murphy Fox Scholarship

Scholarship recipients must be students currently attending Allegheny College, Edinboro University, Gannon University, Mercyhurst University or Penn State Behrend who are residents of Erie or Crawford County. This scholarship provides awards for post-secondary undergraduate education for students who have a demonstrated need for financial support and a G.P.A. between 3.0 and 3.5. The financial aid office at the colleges select the scholarship recipient.
Weeks - VanTassel Scholarship

Scholarships are awarded to two graduating seniors from Northwestern High School who have the highest grade point averages and are residents of Springfield Township. Applicants must be accepted at and intend to attend an accredited college, university, or other institution of higher learning. Contact the Northwestern High School's guidance office.
Rev. John F. Weibel Scholarship

Scholarships are awarded to graduating seniors attending Coudersport Senior High School, Coudersport, PA and Austin Area High School, Austin, PA. Contact the Coudersport High School or Austin High School guidance office for an application.
Yaple-Kerr Scholarship

Scholarships are awarded to graduating seniors from Seneca High School accepted at an accredited school in a certified full-time program. Each year two students, always one male and one female, are selected. Scholarships will be awarded to serious students ranked in the middle third of the senior class. Contact the Seneca High School Guidance Office for an application.