Outside Scholarships and Aid
After receiving an official financial aid package from Elizabethtown College, a student may be the recipient of an outside scholarship, award or grant. It is the policy of Elizabethtown College that outside scholarships, awards or grants will first be applied to unmet need which includes need based self-help awarded. If the total amount of outside scholarships, awards or grants exceed the unmet need, the College will reduce its institutional need-based gift aid (i.e. Trustee) dollar for dollar.
This policy allows the student to benefit from outside scholarships, and, at the same time, the College is able to maintain the parameters of its program. If the student has not received any need-based gift aid, this policy does not apply. If outside aid is not renewed in subsequent years and contingent upon the financial profile remaining the same, need-based gift aid will return to the original level of funding. Merit-based scholarships (Presidential, Founders, and Dean’s), as well as the Achievement Award, are not reduced by outside scholarships but could be reduced by receipt of VA benefits or tuition benefits, or if the student’s total gift aid exceeds their Tuition, Room, and Board.
Outside awards and loans could have an impact on the financial aid package. Federal law requires that the Financial Aid Office must be notified in writing of any outside awards, including loans. If a student receives an award because of postsecondary enrollment, it must be included in their financial aid award package. A copy of the letter from the outside organization is preferable.
Important note: When a student’s aid package includes assistance from multiple programs and those programs have different overpayment regulations/requirements, a school must apply the most stringent/restrictive requirements.
STUDY ABROAD SCHOLARSHIP RESOURCES
Elizabethtown College Study Abroad Office
Find outside scholarship opportunities for studying abroad.
OUTSIDE SCHOLARSHIP RESOURCES
AAUW Harrisburg (PA) Branch
In 2018 the Harrisburg branch of the American Association of University Women will award three scholarships: the Beverly J. Smith Memorial Scholarship, the Martha M. Dohner Memorial Scholarship, and the Mary Lou McDowell Memorial Scholarship. Scholarship recipients may attend any accredited college or university in Pennsylvania but must be a resident of Dauphin or Cumberland County; the Beverly J. Smith Memorial Scholarship is also open to residents of Perry County. Eligibility, financial need and academic achievement must be demonstrated. An essay and references are also part of the application package. The 2021-2022 application can be found here.
American Association of Colleges of Nursing
The American Association of Colleges of Nursing offers several different nursing scholarships, as well as, grants/fellowships, to eligible students pursing a nursing degree. Please click here for more information.
American Institute of CPAs Scholarships
AICPA offers many scholarship opportunities for accounting students at varying points in their academic careers. Undergraduate scholarships available to accounting majors who plan to become CPAs.
Ava's Grace Scholarship
Available to students who have, or have had, an incarcerated parent or primary caregiver on their journey to and through college. Click here for more information on eligibility requirements.
Boy Scouts of America
Available to qualified Boy Scout members. Click here to view a comprehensive list of available scholarships and their requirements. Members of The National Eagle Scout Association can click here for a list of scholarship opportunities. There are three types of Eagle Scholarships: academic, merit, and field study.The scholarship window for all scholarships is August 1st through October 31st (ending at midnight Central Standard Time).
Citizen Scholarship Sweepstakes
Citizens Bank is offering a scholarship for undergrad and grad students. No essays or report cards required. Students and parents can enter for up to $15,000 in prize.
Community Superhero Scholarship
D. Miller & Associates, PLLC is offering one deserving student who exemplifies what it means to be a hero in their community.
Girl Scouts USA
Available to qualified High School Girl Scouts. Click here to view a list of available scholarships and their requirements. The Girl Scout Gold Award is the most prestigious award in the world for girls (and the most difficult to earn), and it’s available exclusively to Girl Scouts. Click here to view the application and project requirements.
Goals & Assists Scholarship Program
Snider Hockey has partnered together with the Give Something Back Foundation to form the Goals & Assists Program. This program aims to provide students with the guidance needed to complete a postsecondary degree. Seniors enrolled in the Goals & Assists Program are eligible to apply for the Goals & Assists Scholarship, which awards recipients with a full or partial scholarship to cover tuition, room and board, and fees at partner institutions.
National Association for Campus Activities (Mid Atlantic Region)
The NACA Foundation offers numerous scholarships that are available to undergraduate and graduate students, student leaders, professional staff, and associate members on an annual basis.
NCAA Postgraduate Scholarship Program
The NCAA awards up to 174 postgraduate scholarships annually. The scholarships are awarded to student-athletes who excel academically and athletically and who are at least in their final year of intercollegiate athletics competition. The one-time non-renewable scholarships of $7,500 are awarded three times a year corresponding to each sport season (fall, winter and spring). Please see the program's website for important deadline information.
Nursing Foundation of Pennsylvania
The Nursing Foundation of Pennsylvania (NFP) offers several different nursing scholarships to eligible students pursing a nursing degree. Please click here for more information. Questions may be directed to Paula Lasecki at plasecki@theNFP.org or (717) 827-4369.
Pennsylvania Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (PASFAA) Scholarship
The Pennsylvania Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (PASFAA) awards seven qualified recipients with the PASFAA Scholarship each year. Please click here to view eligibility requirements.
Pennsylvania American Legion
Doctor Almo Sebastianelli Drum corps Scholarship Fund is available to any senior residing in Pennsylvania who meets the following criteria: A child or grandchild of a Pennsylvania legionnaire in good standing or a child or grandchild of a deceased Pennsylvania legionnaire.
PHEAA PATH Program
Through the PATH (Partnerships for Access to Higher Education) Program, qualifying students who have already been awarded a scholarship or grant by one of the PHEAA PATH Partners may be eligible to have their awards matched on a dollar-for-dollar basis up to $2,500.
PPL Electric Utilities Future Environmental Leaders Scholarship
PPL Electric Utilities invites high school seniors who live in homes served by PPL in central and eastern Pennsylvania to apply for this $2,000 scholarship. Winners will have scholarship funds sent to their indicated college or university in their name. Please see the scholarship's website for more information.
RMHC Scholarships
The Ronald McDonald House Charities offer scholarships to high school seniors who reside in a participating local RMHC Chapter's geographic area. Scholarship recipients are selected by community involvement, academic achievement, and financial need. Eligible students can apply online.
Schmidt Kramer Annual Scholarship for Academic Excellence
The Schmidt Kramer Annual Scholarship for Academic Excellence is available to all in-state students enrolled in an accredited university or college. The winning applicant must travel to the Harrisburg, PA location of Schmidt Kramer to receive the Scholarship in person. Each year we will award (one) $1,500 scholarship to a Pennsylvania student enrolled at any accredited university or college.
The Actuarial Foundation Scholarships
The Actuarial Foundation supports the future of the actuarial profession and fosters the best and brightest students through its scholarships and reimbursement programs.
The American Occupational Therapy Foundation
The Scholarship Program is one of the oldest of the Foundation's programs dating back to the establishment of AOTF in 1965. In the early 1980s, AOTF expanded the program to include partnerships between individual state associations and AOTF to grant scholarships on their behalf. Qualified applicants must be currently enrolled as a full-time student at an AOTA accredited or developing professional level (master's or OTD) or occupational therapy assistance (OTA) program. Applicants must have completed at least one year of occupational therapy specific course work. To learn more about the available scholarships and the application process, click
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The Commonwealth Good Citizen Scholarship
Offered by the AICUP (Association of Independent Colleges and Universities), the Commonwealth Good Citizen Scholarship is awarded to undergraduate students who have shown an extraordinary commitment to community service and who have demonstrated creativity in shaping their volunteer activities. Each institution can only submit one application for this scholarship. Completed applications should be returned to the Financial Aid Office by 06/04/2021.
The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC)
TFEC offers over 120 scholarship opportunities through various scholarship funds and management agreements. In 2016, more than $1.28 million in scholarships was awarded to 447 students.
The Healthline and Prevention Institute Scholarship
Healthline teamed up with the Prevention Institute for The Stronger Scholarship program to create The Healthline and Prevention Institute Scholarship. 3 students working to remove injustices created by the social determinants of health will be selected for a chance to receive a $7,000 scholarship. Applicant must be a student of color and is either a current junior or senior in pursuit of an undergraduate degree (as of Fall 2021). Click here for more information.
The Jack Kent Cook Foundation's Scholarship
Available to high-achieving high school seniors with financial need seeking to pursue a baccalaureate degree. For more information on how to apply, click here.
The McLean Scholarship for Nursing and Physician Assistant Majors
Offered by the AICUP (Association of Independent Colleges and Universities), the McLean Scholarship for Nursing and Physician Assistant Majors is awarded to undergradate students in nursing or physician assistant programs. Each institution can submit up to two applications for this scholarship. Completed applications should be returned to the Financial Aid Office by 06/04/2021.
The Pittsburgh Promise
If you live in the city and attend Pittsburgh Public schools from 9th grade on, a Promise scholarship will be waiting for you at graduation. The Promise is not like most scholarships. If you meet the requirements, you receive the scholarship. Neither is it a limited process, as you and all of your siblings can receive it. If you can dream of a promising future and are willing to work hard to get there, the scholarship will be waiting for you.
The Shawn Carter Scholarship Fund
The Shawn Carter Scholarship Fund (SCSF) was founded on the belief that any motivated individual in need should have the opportunity to further their education. SCSF helps remove some financial burdens for students an increases students' college access and success. All Shawn Carter Scholars are required to "give back" by conducting community service and by serving as mentors to younger, aspiring Shawn Carter Scholars.
Young Entrepreneur Scholarship
Verizon Business is offering the Young Entrepreneur Scholarship to eligible students that are accepted to or are currently enrolled in an accredited college, univerity, graduated program in the United States. For more information on eligibility and requirements, please click here.
SCHOLARSHIP SEARCH RESOURCES
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