America250PA’s Semiquincentennial Scholarship Program application is NOW OPEN!

In commemoration of America’s 250th anniversary and to honor the legacy of Pennsylvania’s strong commitment to education, America250PA will be awarding $250,000 in scholarships to deserving Pennsylvania students attending Pennsylvania colleges and universities in the 2026/2027 academic school year.

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Who
Pennsylvania High School Seniors who are planning to attend an accredited Pennsylvania college or university for the 2026/2027 academic school year 

What
Twenty-five $10,000 Scholarships will be awarded throughout America250PA’s six designated regions. 

Where
Any Pennsylvania College or University
• 12 to any Pennsylvania Community College
• 13 to any Pennsylvania Post-Secondary College or University 

When
Scholarships will be awarded in 2026 for the 2026/2027 academic year. 

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We are so proud to partner with some of Pennsylvania’s most iconic educational institutions on this program. Please visit https://america250pa.org/PPE:_Semiquin_Scholarships to see a listing of our partners and their generous match details.

Thank you for your support:

• Arcadia University
• Bucknell University
• Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania
• Duquesne University
• Gannon University
• Harcum College
• Harrisburg University of Science & Technology
• Holy Family University
• King’s College
• La Roche University
• La Salle University
• Lackawanna College – Main Campus
• Lehigh University
• Luzerne County Community College – Main Campus
• Lycoming College
• Mercyhurst University – Main Campus (Erie)
• Misericordia University
• Mount Aloysius College
• Penn State University
• Pennsylvania College of Art & Design
• Point Park University
• Saint Joseph’s University
• Saint Vincent College
• Susquehanna University
• Temple University
• University of Pittsburgh
• University of Scranton
• Ursinus College
• Valley Forge Military College
• West Chester University
• Westminster College
• Widener University
• Wilkes University
• Wilson College

Terms and conditions for any institutional scholarship match are determined solely by the participating college or university. Eligibility criteria and disbursement timelines may vary. Please visit https://america250pa.org/PPE:_Semiquin_Scholarships or contact the institution directly for match requirements or questions.

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For questions, please contact info@America250PA.org.