Economic Opportunity Scholarship in Trade and Apprenticeship
The Economic Opportunity Scholarship in Trade and Apprenticeship Scholarship Fund was established at The Pittsburgh Foundation to provide scholarships for residents, ages 18 to 25, of Western Pennsylvania (Allegheny and the 6 surrounding counties) who are pursuing completion of a program at a trade school.
Average Award: $5,000
Award Type: Multi-Year (up to 2 years)
Application Period Opens: 1/16/2025
Application Period Closes: 4/1/2025
Criteria
- Attend or plan to attend an accredited vocational or technical trade school OR 2-year college for a terminal degree in Pennsylvania.
- Reside in in Allegheny County, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Washington, Westmoreland or Fayette County.
- Pursue a degree or studies in a traditional or modern trade.
- Demonstrate financial need.
- Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.
- Be between the ages of 18 and 25.
How to Apply
- 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 one letter of reference from an individual unrelated to you.
- Submit your unofficial transcripts.
Contact
The Pittsburgh Foundation: scholarships@pghfdn.org