Scholarship Blog

Welcome to the new PGA scholarship blog!  In an effort to reach more students and their families, many scholarships that come across our desk can now be located on this site.  Click on the individual links below to access scholarship applications. As always, please continue to visit the HS Counseling office regularly to check on available scholarship opportunities.

• PHEAA Scholarship Tips - posted 9/25/24
  

Evercor Build for the Future Scholarship -posted 4/28

Evercor is proud to support the next generation of facility management, construction, and related industry professionals through the Evercor Build for the Future Scholarship. This initiative provides $5,000 to four deserving students who are committed to making an impact in these essential fields.

Eligibility:

• • High school seniors planning to pursue secondary education or undergraduate students currently enrolled in an accredited college or university
  • Majoring in facilities management, construction, business administration, supply chain management, marketing, finance, accounting, horticulture, turfgrass management, engineering, computer and information sciences, or a related field
  • Minimum GPA of 2.75
  • Pennsylvania residents (expansion to other states in future years)

Application Requirements:

• • • Personal statement or essay describing career goals and interest in the field
    • Optional letters of recommendation
    • Online application submission

CLICK HERE for more information/to view flyer!

Deadline: May 30, 2025

Kasper-Whelan Educational Scholarship (County Local) - posted 3/3

This fund was established to provide scholarships up to $1,500 per person for any person/student pursuing education after high school that is a Schuylkill County resident with a family income limit under $250,000.00.  The number of scholarships awarded will vary each year.

The Scholarships are awarded by a lottery drawing. The application must be on a 5” x 8” stock card, which is the responsibility of the applicant to provide.  There are specific qualifications and submission requirements that have been outlined on the guideline sheet that is below. 

The lottery drawing will be on Thursday, July 16, 2025, at 9:00 a.m.

CLICK HERE to view the guidelines!

Deadline: Must be received by July 7, 2025

BigFuture Scholarships -posted 12/20

No essay, no minimum GPA or test score, or citizenship requirements. Just follow the steps for chances to win. The more steps you complete and the earlier you start, the more chances you have to win! 

Opportunity starts December of your Sophmore Year!
Deadline: End of February of your Senior Year!