Scholarships

Slippery Rock University (SRU) offers a variety of student scholarships based on factors such as academic merit, athletic performance, leadership, community involvement, and financial need. Scholarships provide funding that does not have to be repaid, making your degree more affordable. Some SRU scholarships involve an application process, while others are awarded based upon admission materials, FAFSA or SRU academic records.

Details regarding various scholarships can be found by reviewing each section listed on the left side of this page (cell phone users should click the plus at the bottom of the page).

In addition, outside foundations also offer scholarship opportunities for students attending an institution of higher education. Some outside opportunities are listed under the Outside Scholarship and Students with Disabilities listed on the left side of this page.

Our scholarship lists are updated on a regular basis, so the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships encourages SRU students to check these pages regularly for new scholarships.

International Students: Scholarships specifically for international students are listed under the Global Engagement Scholarship page.

NEW GROW PA Programs

Pennsylvania Act 89 of 2024 established two new scholarship programs, one for Pennsylvania residents and one for out-of-state residents, to provide more opportunities for students to pursue affordable post-secondary education and career preparation programs.

GROW PA GRANT: Additional information through PHEAA including a list of eligible majors and the application can be found at pheaa.org/growpa. 

Pennsylvania Residents: To be considered for the Grow PA Grant Program, you must:

• File the 2025-26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA^®)
• Be a current resident of Pennsylvania
• Meet satisfactory academic progress for Title IV financial aid
• Have not earned a bachelor's degree
• Be enrolled at least half-time at an approved institution and enrolled in an eligible program of study as determined by PHEAA
• Sign a Master Promissory Note (MPN) agreeing to repay all funds received if the work requirement is not met, including any potential interest accrued

GROW PA WAIVER: Additional information through PHEAA including a list of eligible majors and the application can be found at pheaa.org/growpawaiver. 

Out-of-State Residents: To be considered for the Grow PA Tuition Waiver Program, you must:

• File the 2025-26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA^®)
• Be a current resident outside of Pennsylvania
• Be a first-year student enrolling for the 2025-26 academic year
• Must have a 2.5 or higher GPA
• Meet satisfactory academic progress for Title IV financial aid
• Have not earned a bachelor's degree
• Be enrolled full-time at a PASSHE institution and enrolled in an eligible program of study as determined by PHEAA
• Sign a Master Promissory Note (MPN) agreeing to repay all funds received if the work requirement is not met, including any potential interest accrued

Scholarships Currently Open

First-Year Scholarships for Incoming Freshmen: Applications Required

Honor and Service Scholarship Section: PNPM Advisory Council and Howard L and Margaret Headland (under Donor Scholarship)

Freshman Donor Scholarships: Winner, Robert H Coulson, Wolves Club of Coraopolis, and Wolves Club of New Castle

Returning Undergraduate:

College of Engineering and Science: Engineering 

College of Business: Safety Management

College of Education: Kenneth Esker and Ruth Madalyn Harris

College of Health Professions: Nursing and Public Health

Miscellaneous: Hungry Minds, SGA Endowed, and Marjorie Stephenson

Graduate: 

Counseling and Development and Ann T Bicknell Memorial