Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) · Up to $5,000/year · Verify deadline
Who qualifies
Pennsylvania resident
FAFSA filer
Enrolled at least half-time in approved associate or bachelor's program at approved PA institution
Pursuing in-demand occupation
Has not earned bachelor's degree
Sign Master Promissory Note (work in PA post-grad)
How to win it
Strong applicants clearly meet every requirement: pennsylvania resident; fafsa filer; enrolled at least half-time in approved associate or bachelor's program at approved pa institution. Apply early and double-check the deadline, since local awards often have small applicant pools and reward the well-prepared.