Discover Penn State Award
This newly established award is available to Penn State students from states bordering Pennsylvania (Ohio, New York, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, and West Virginia), as well as the District of Columbia and Virginia. Students from these states may be considered for an award of $6,500 for up to three years. The Discover Award will follow a student to another Commonwealth Campus but not to University Park. For consideration, apply for admission and file your FAFSA by May 1st.
Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship
PTK Scholarships are available to students who have been members of Phi Theta Kappa, the International Honor Society of the Two-Year College. To be eligible, students must:
- Have an Associate Degree
- Minimum 3.5 GPA (calculated by Penn State Admissions).
- Enroll in 6 or more credits
- Be a first time Bachelor’s Degree-seeking student
PTK Scholarships are renewed for Penn State students maintaining a 3.3 GPA.
To be considered for the PTK Scholarship, provide a photocopy of your PTK membership certificate to the Penn State Abington Admissions Office.
Letter of Intent Scholarship
Letter of Intent Scholarships are available to students who have completed an Associate Degree from:
- Bucks Community College
- Montgomery Community College
- Mercer Community College (Business degree only)
Students must have signed the Letter of Intent prior to their earning 30 or more credits at all institutions they have attended and have a 3.2 GPA.
Letter of Intent Scholarships are renewed for Penn State Abington students maintaining a 3.3 GPA.