The Chafee Education and Training Grant (ETG) provides financial assistance to Pennsylvania students who have experienced foster care after age 16. Designed to support their successful transition to adulthood, this grant can help cover educational costs at eligible postsecondary institutions. Students may receive up to $5,000 for the coming academic year based on financial need and other aid received. The grant is part of the broader effort to empower former foster youth in achieving their academic and career goals.
Scholarship Details
- Maximum award of $5,000 for the coming academic year
- Funds may not exceed cost of attendance minus other financial aid
- Available for undergraduate study at least half-time
- Can be used at Title IV eligible colleges and career schools
- Students may receive the grant for up to 5 years (10 semesters or equivalent)
Eligibility Criteria
- Must file a FAFSA
- Resident of Pennsylvania
- Eligible for services under Pennsylvania’s John H. Chafee Foster Care Program
- Experienced foster care at age 16 or older, or exited to adoption or legal custodianship after age 16
- Under age 26 by July 1 of the academic year for which the grant is received
- Enrolled at least half-time as an undergraduate in a Title IV eligible institution
- Demonstrate financial need
- Maintain satisfactory academic progress
- Not in default on federal student loans or owe repayment on Title IV aid
- Must not have already received Chafee ETG for 5 years (10 semesters or equivalent)
- Must have graduated high school or received a Commonwealth Secondary School Diploma
Application Process
- Complete and submit the FAFSA
- Verify your eligibility for Chafee services through your caseworker or the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services
- Apply for the Chafee ETG through the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA)
- Submit any required documentation as requested by PHEAA or your college
- Coordinate with your school’s financial aid office to apply funds toward your educational costs
If you’ve experienced foster care in Pennsylvania, the Chafee Education and Training Grant can provide meaningful financial support to help you pursue a college degree or career training. This grant is designed to remove barriers and provide a stable foundation for your academic success. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to invest in your future—apply early and take full advantage of the resources available to you.