The Pennsylvania State Grant Program is administered by the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) according to students' financial need. Exact award amounts vary.
Scholarship Details
- Need-based
- Renewable
- Applicable to some schools in reciprocal states in addition to PA
Eligibility Criteria
- Pennsylvania resident
- Demonstrated financial need (FAFSA on file)
- High school graduate
- Enrolled in an accredited, eligible college
- Satisfactory academic progress (for renewal)
Application Process
- Complete the FAFSA well in advance of its deadline
- If you are a first-time PA State Grant applicant, complete the PA State Grant Form (SGF) when prompted
- If you are renewing your award, you may also be required to complete the SGF; do so if prompted
- Submit any additional documents the PHEAA requests before the deadline
- Maintain your enrollment status and financial need to renew the award annually
In rare situations with complicated extenuating circumstances, the PHEAA may consider applications submitted after the deadline.
