American Advertising Federation Pittsburgh Scholarship Fund
The Pittsburgh Advertising Federation Scholarship Fund was created to provide scholarships for undergraduate students who are pursuing a curriculum suited for careers in communication, marketing or advertising. Selected recipients will receive a one-year complimentary AAF Pittsburgh Local Student Membership.
Average Award: Up to $5,000
Award Type: Single Year. Previous recipients are encouraged to re-apply in consecutive years.
Application Period Opens: 1/06/2027
Application Period Closes: 2/17/2027
Criteria
- Attend a 4-year college or university entering your 3rd or 4th year of study in the coming fall semester OR be a rising 2nd year student in a 2-year college, technical or trade school.
- Reside in or attend school in Allegheny County, Armstrong County, Beaver County, Butler County, Fayette County, Indiana County, Lawrence County, Mercer County, Washington County or Westmoreland County in Pennsylvania.
- Pursue a degree or studies in communications, marketing, or advertising.
- Demonstrate financial need.
- Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- Be someone who demonstrates academic interest or creative talent in fields of studies pursuant to a career in advertising (i.e., advertising, art, business, communications, graphic design, marketing, public relations, writing).
How to Apply
- Complete the application by clicking the blue button above.
- Complete the essay section of the application.
- Submit your FAFSA Submission Summary (FSS). If you have not already received your FSS, you can do so by applying for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
- Submit an original letter of academic recommendation from a faculty member familiar with the student's abilities.
- Submit your unofficial transcripts.
Contact
The Pittsburgh Foundation: scholarships@pghfdn.org