First-Year Scholarships

Students must have applied for and been offered admission to SRU in order to be considered for any SRU scholarships.

At Slippery Rock University, we offer scholarships that are based on diverse criteria specific to each scholarship including academic record, talent, place of residence and major. SRU proudly awards approximately 2 million dollars in scholarships annually to the incoming freshman class.

Apply for admission by December 1st to automatically be considered for merit scholarships. Students who apply for admission after December 1 will considered for scholarships if funds are available. Eighty-six percent of SRU’s academic scholarships are awarded solely on information provided to the University during the admission and financial aid process. Please note that Slippery Rock University is now test-optional.
If you are in one of the following majors, be sure to complete the additional information for that department.
- Art - Complete the SRU Art Scholarship Application by January 17th for the highest consideration. The final deadline is April 30. Students will be asked to attach one page describing academic and art goals which should include accomplishments, activities and exhibitions which involve the arts. Students will also be asked to attach a pdf portfolio of the six best art works in any medium.
- Biology - Complete the SRU Biology Scholarship Application. In order to be given full consideration, complete the application by December 15th. Students will be asked to attach an essay of 250-300 words on the topic of either "My Most Significant Life Experience" or My Long-Range Professional and Personal Goals." Two recommendations are also required for Biology students. Students should ask the referral to upload their recommendation to this link.
- Dance, Music and Theatre - Require auditions. Please contact the academic department for further information.
Complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at https://studentaid.gov. The FAFSA opens every year on October 1st. We encourage all students to complete the FAFSA in early fall. Some of the Slippery Rock University scholarships do include a need-based component.
Review other scholarships on this page on the links below.
Students interested in Athletic Scholarships must discuss scholarship opportunities with the team coach. Contact the Athletics Office for further information.

Premier Scholarships

SRU Merit Scholarship

Requirements: Scholarships are offered to a number of the highest ranking applicants for admission to SRU. Consideration will be given to first-time freshmen who have attained at least a 3.65 high school QPA. Students with the highest scores of this group will be selected to receive scholarships.

Scholarship Application Process: In order to be automatically considered for this group of scholarships, students with exceptionally strong academic records must apply and be offered admission to SRU by December 1.

SRU Out-of-state scholarship

Requirements: Scholarships are offered to a number of the highest ranking applicants for admission to SRU. Consideration will be given to first-time, out-of-state freshmen who have attained at least a 3.0 high school QPA. Students with the highest scores of this group will be selected to receive scholarships.

Additional Academic and Need-Based Scholarships

In addition to Merit scholarships, SRU offers a variety of other academic-related scholarships.

Requirements: GPA requirements for these scholarships vary.

Scholarship Application Process: Students should submit their admission application by December 1 for maximum consideration. Admission applications submitted after December 1 will still be considered for additional scholarships through the spring. Students are also encouraged to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at www.studentaid.gov.

Honor and Service Scholarships- Additional Information Required

SRU Honors College Scholarship

Requirements: The Honors College at SRU provides numerous benefits to academically talented and motivated students including smaller classes, travel opportunities, participation in honors conferences, and research opportunities. Incoming freshmen who are admitted to the Honors College may qualify for an Honors College scholarship. Students who wish to be considered for an SRU Honors College Scholarship need to apply to the SRU Honors College. Students who have additional questions regarding the SRU Honors College may call the office at 724.738.4003 or by e-mail at honorscollege@sru.edu.

Scholarship Application Process:

Must apply for admission to SRU
Must complete SRU Honors College application
Students are encouraged to apply by January 15

Haverlack Good Citizen Scholarship

Requirements: Haverlack scholarships will support highly motivated, high-need students who demonstrate a "Servant Heart" and a commitment to becoming the community service leaders of tomorrow. Haverlack scholars will be expected to uphold community service as a way of life at Slippery Rock University and beyond. The Haverlack Good Citizen Scholarship may not be stacked with the Bonner Program Scholarship; however, students are encouraged to apply to both. For more information, contact the Office for Community-Engaged Learning at 724.738.4477 or by email at ocel@sru.edu.

Scholarship Application Process:

Must apply for admission to SRU
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA): FAFSA
Application Link: Haverlack Application (Opens October 1, 2022 and closes March 1, 2023 at 10:00pm EST)

PNPM Advisory Council Scholarship For Freshman

Requirements: This scholarship is available to full-time incoming freshmen that are enrolled in the Philanthropy and Nonprofit Management program. First preference will be given to a student who shows involvement in philanthropic initiatives during high school, including working for or volunteering with philanthropic causes and missions. For further information, contact Alice Del Vecchio, Nonprofit Management Coordinator, alice.delvecchio@sru.edu

Number of recipients per year: 2

College of Business

The College of Business includes: Strategic Communication and Media Department, Military Science (ROTC), Safety Management, School of Business, and Sport Management.

The following scholarships are funded by generous donors through the SRU Foundation. Students are automatically considered for scholarships in this section based upon the admission application materials and/or Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). No other application is required. Students selected for these scholarships will be notified by December 20th.

Ben Addison Scholarship: School of Business or Computer Science major who has a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher and will be a full time student.

Case Scholarship: Must be an incoming freshman as well as a full-time student. The student must major in Information Systems and have a 3.0 QPA. The scholarship is renewable provided the student continues in the major and maintains a 3.0 QPA.

Dean Vansant Camp Scholarship: Must be a major in the School of Business.

Hunkler Computer Science Scholarship: Rewards academic excellence. Must be full-time and majoring in Computer Science, Information Systems or Information Technology.

Strategic Communication and Media Department Scholarship: 3.25 high school GPA. Students selected for this scholarship will be notified March 31.

Rihn Corpora Scholarship: Applicant must be a full time student majoring in accounting.

Economics and Finance Scholarship: 3.0 High School QPA for Economics or Finance Major.

Brenda Lee Freshmen Scholarship: Student must be a full-time freshman student. First preference is an underrepresented minority incoming freshman in business with a 3.0 GPA.

Mario and Seeme Moreira Accounting Scholarship: 3.0 high school QPA. Strong Interest in Accounting. Student must demonstrate financial need.

Thomas Neely Scholarship: An accounting or history major who has a minimum 2.5 QPA and demonstrates financial need.

College of Engineering and Science - Biology Requires Additional Information

The following scholarships are funded by generous donors through the SRU Foundation. Students are automatically considered for scholarships in this section based upon the admission application materials and/or Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). No other application is required EXCEPT for the Biology Scholarships.

Biology Scholarships - Complete the SRU Biology Scholarship Application. In order to be given full consideration, complete the application by December 15th. Students will be asked to attach an essay of 250-300 words on the topic of either "My Most Significant Life Experience" or My Long-Range Professional and Personal Goals." Two recommendations are also required for Biology students. Students should ask the referral to upload their recommendation to this link.

The College of Engineering and Science includes: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Geography, Geology and the Environment, Mathematics, Physics and Engineering, Parks and Conservation. Students selected for these scholarships will be notified by December 20th except for Biology.

Ben Addison Scholarship: School of Business or Computer Science major who has a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher and will be a full time student.

Susan Christie Scholarship: Must be a STEM major who lives in PA, OH and WV. Recipient must have financial need and be a full-time student. Preference is given to female students.

Mary Frances Crawford Scholarship: Must be a full-time student with financial need majoring in one of the STEM fields. Primary residence in the PA counties of Allegheny, Butler, Washington, Westmoreland, Beaver, or Armstrong. This scholarship is for first generation students.

Dr. Robert Felix Scholarship: Must be a full-time student majoring in biology.

Thomas Gaither Scholarship: SAT score of at least 1000 and in top 25% of high school class. Preference given to student interested in becoming a biologist, biology teacher, or entering the medical field. Must have financial need.

Hunkler Computer Science Scholarship: Rewards academic excellence. Must be full-time and majoring in Computer Science, Information Systems or Information Technology.

Thomas John Scholarship: Must be a Biology major. Top 20% of high school class or with a combined SAT score of 1,000 or a composite ACT score of 23 or better.

Sharad Joshi Endowed Scholarship: Must be full-time and majoring in Computing. Must have financial need and good academic standing. Must have demonstrated good citizenship or leadership.

Paul G. Johnson Scholarship: Must be an incoming freshman Chemistry Major.

Mathematics and Statistics First-Year Scholarship: This scholarship is for a first semester SRU student mathematics major. This includes transfers with a minimum GPA of 3.0 from any institution with 12 or more credits or incoming freshmen with a minimum high school GPA of 3.0. Financial need may be considered.

John P. Phillips Memorial Scholarship: Awarded to a Biology or Environmental Science major. Must be academically talented and have financial need.

Physics and Pre-Engineering Scholarship: Must have SAT score of 1000 (23 ACT). Top 20% of high school class.

James Steel Scholarship: Biology Major. Top 20% of high school class or with a combined SAT score of 1,000 or a composite ACT score of 23 or better. Must be a U.S. Citizen. Preference given to applicants from Westmoreland County.

Pearl K. Stoner Scholarship: This scholarship is to be awarded to a full-time undergraduate student pursuing the Bachelor of Science degree in environmental studies or environmental science. Applicant must show financial need, demonstrate scholastic achievement of a minimum of 3.0 high school GPA. Students from Somerset Pennsylvania and surrounding communities will receive first preference.

Dr. Frederick W. Vincent Scholarship: Natural Science major.

College of Health Professions

The following scholarships are funded by generous donors through the SRU Foundation. Students are automatically considered for scholarships in this section based upon the admission application materials and/or Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). No additional application is required. Students selected for these scholarships will be notified by December 20th.

The College of Health Professions includes: Exercise Science, Health Care Administration, Nursing, Recreational Therapy, Psychology, Public Health, and Social Work.

Dr. Sally J. Phillips Kinesiology Scholarship: Preference given to health and physical teach education, exercise science, and physical activity and fitness management majors. The applicant must be from Beaver County, have high academic achievement, and be Federal Pell Grant eligible. Must be a full-time student.

Susan L. Thomas '97 Memorial Scholarship: Awarded to an incoming freshman from Avonworth High School. Preference given to students interested in nursing, health sciences or exercise science.

College of Liberal Arts - Some Additional Information Required

The following scholarships are funded by generous donors through the SRU Foundation. Students are automatically considered for scholarships in this section based upon the admission application materials and/or Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). No other application is required except for Art. Portfolios or auditions may be required. Review the information below.

The College of Liberal Arts includes: Art, Criminology and Security Studies, Dance, English, History, Modern Languages and Cultures, Music, Philosophy, Political Science, and Theater.

Sylvan H. Cohen Scholarship: 1100 SAT or 24 ACT and 3.0 high school QPA. Political Science or public administration major. No additional application is required. Students selected for this scholarship will be notified by December 20th.

Chiseko Matambanadzo Scholarship: Must be a history major. Preference is given to underrepresented minority students. Must be an incoming freshman. Financial need and GPA may be considered. No additional application is required. Students selected for this scholarship will be notified by December 20th.

Thomas Neely Scholarship: An accounting or history major who has a minimum 2.5 QPA and demonstrates financial need. No additional application is required. Students selected for this scholarship will be notified by December 20th.

ART SCHOLARSHIPS

Art Freshman Scholarship: Incoming freshmen students will need to provide a portfolio for consideration. Complete the SRU Art Scholarship Application by January 17th for the highest consideration which will include the portfolio. The final deadline is April 30th. Students will be asked to attach one page describing academic and art goals which should include accomplishments, activities and exhibitions which involve the arts. Students will also be asked to attach a portfolio document of the six best art works in any medium. For further information, contact the Art Department directly at 724.738.4289

Glen Brunken and Mother Evelyn Memorial Scholarship: The student must be an art major.

DANCE SCHOLARSHIPS

First Year Dance Scholarship: Incoming freshmen students will need to complete an audition to receive consideration. Preference is given to candidates who audition in the Fall semester. Consideration continues through the last in-person audition in March. For further information, contact the Dance Department directly at 724.738.2036.

MUSIC SCHOLARSHIPS

Dwight Baker Memorial, Band, James E. and Gay K. Dull, General Music, Blase Scarnati Endowed Scholarship, Terry Steele Jazz, Bonnie Winder Scholarships: Completion of a musical audition is required. Contact the Music Department for audition information, 724.738.2063.

Kris Chapin Memorial Flute Scholarship: Awarded to an incoming flutist. Students are reviewed based upon music audition/background, SAT/ACT, high school grade point average and high school class standing. A separate application is required. Please complete the application listed. For further information and audition information, contact the Music Department, 724.738.2063.

Music Therapy for Social Justice Scholarship: Must have a commitment to social justice and be an incoming music therapy major. Submit a short essay on the importance of social justice in the field of music therapy. For further information, contact the Music Department, 724.738.2063. Award amount varies.

College of Education

The College of Education includes: Elementary Education/Early Childhood Education, Physical & Health Education, Special Education, and Secondary Education/Foundations of Education.

Madelin Booth Clements Elementary Education Scholarship: Must be a full-time student who is an elementary education major.

College of Education Freshman Scholarship: Applicant must be an incoming freshman. Have a minimum score of 1150 on the SAT for Critical Reading/Math. Applicant must have a minimum 3.0 high school GPA.

Dr. Keith Dils Annual Scholarship: Applicant must be an education major.

Dean's Diversity Scholarship: Preference to minority applicants. Must be in a major in the College of Education.

Helen Brua Gettig Memorial Scholarship: Graduate of Riverside or Lincoln High School of the Ellwood City School District or any high school in Lawrence County, PA or Beaver County, PA. Preference given to student applicants with at least a 3.5 QPA.

Sylvia Cooper McCandless Class of 1909 and Sara Jane McCandless Class of 1950 Scholarship: Full-time students who are majoring in Early Childhood Education. Student must demonstrate financial need.

Bruce and Mildred V. Landis' 33 Memorial Scholarship: Applicant must be an incoming freshman majoring in education. First preference will be given to underrepresented minority students.

Tut Melman '32 Memorial Scholarship: Physical education major from the greater Pittsburgh area.

Susan Preininger Mense and Jeff Mense Scholarship: Special Education major. Preference given to first generation students from Allegheny County.

Jamie Minoski Scholarship for Special Education Majors: Outstanding service in high school for people with exceptionalities. This scholarship is non-renewable.

Don and Terry Phillips Scholarship: First preference to an education major from Baldwin or Bethel Park High School who has demonstrated teaching ability and financial need. Must have 3.0 or greater GPA.

Dr. Sally J. Phillips Kinesiology Scholarship: Preference given to health and physical teacher education, exercise science (including athletic training), and physical activity and fitness management majors. The applicant must be from Beaver County, have high academic achievement, and be Federal Pell Grant eligible. Must be a full-time student.

Helen Ruth Snyder Scholarship: Applicant must be a freshman elementary education major with a goal of classroom teaching. This student must have a minimum of 3.0 GPA. Student must also show financial need.

Jean and William Sonntag '70 Scholarship: Preference given to graduates of Wilmington, Slippery Rock or Laurel High Schools. May be renewed through the traditional senior year with a minimum of a 2.5 GPA.

Loughrey Wegley '50 Memorial Scholarship: Must be in the major of Health and Physical Education Teaching. First preference is given to residents of Westmoreland or Allegheny County in PA. Student must have financial need.

John and Helen Williams Endowed Scholarship: Graduate of Conneaut Valley High School, PA. Minimum high school QPA of 3.0. Student should demonstrate financial need and this scholarship is renewable. First preference to students majoring in education.

SRU Alumni Association Scholarships

Slippery Rock University Alumni Association Scholarships

The SRU Alumni Association has several scholarships. Freshman alumni scholarships are awarded based upon admission application materials. Students will automatically be considered. The Alumni Association does offer scholarships to returning students. For further information about upperclass scholarships, visit this website.

SRU Foundation Scholarships

Abent Family Scholarship: Must have financial need. First preference given to first generation students.

Academic Affairs Scholarship: Demonstrate superior academic achievement, and good moral character. Priority is given to Mercer County residents. Financial need required.

Ben Addison Marching Pride Scholarship: Awarded to an incoming freshman with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Applicant must be a member of the SRU Marching pride and be enrolled as a full time student.

Robert N. Aebersold Scholarship: 1200 SAT or equivalent ACT and top 10% of high school class. This scholarship is renewable.

African-American Alumni Scholarship: First preference is given to an African American applicant. Must have a minimum QPA of 2.5. Must have financial need.

Anna C. Allen Scholarships: This scholarship awards academic performance.

Frank and Tiffany Aloi Scholarship: Must have financial need. First preference given to students from either Purchase Line Jr. Sr. High School in Commodore, PA or Penns Manor Area Junior/Senior High School in Clymer, PA. Second preference will be given to students with an interest in majoring in Math or History.

Dorotha Elder Anderson Endowed Scholarship: Must have attended Reynolds, Greenville, Jamestown (PA) or Conneaut Area Senior High Schools.

The Eliott and Deb Baker Family Scholarship: Must be a first generation college student who is accepted into the SRU Honors program. The recipient must also be full-time and represent financial need.

The Berkley Annual Scholarship: The purpose of the Berkely Annual Scholarship is to provide financial assistance to students entering Slippery Rock University from the New Castle, PA Area, specifically Union Area, Mohawk Area, Shenango Area, Neshannock Area, Laurel Area, and New Castle Area school districts.

Diane Breidenstein Scholarship: Must be a first generation college students. Must have financial need.

Harry J. Brownfield Memorial Scholarship: Must have academic merit. First preference given to an applicant from Fayette County. If no one applies from Fayette County then applicants from Greene or Washington County will be considered. Must be full-time and have financial need.

Patrick Cappatt Family Scholarship: Applicant must be a full-time student. Student must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Student also has to have financial need. First preference to students from New Castle High School - Lawrence County PA, second preference to students from a Lawrence County, PA secondary school, then students from a secondary school in Butler County, PA.

Dorothy K. Castner and Myrtle K. Wilson Scholarship: Awarded to a freshman.

Meiping Cheng Scholarship: Must be full-time. Student must have financial need. Preference given to student students with community service and activities.

Susan '76 and Ralph Christie Scholarship: Awarded to incoming freshman.

Grady W. and Helen L. Magee Cooper Scholarship: Must reside in Butler, Lawrence or Mercer County, PA and achieve academic excellence. This scholarship is renewable. Must be a U.S. citizen.

Reno & Margaret Cruz Scholarship: Financial need required. Must be a western PA resident. Minimum high school GPA of 3.0.

The Cully Family Scholarship: Must be a freshman School of Business major. Financial need required.

The Dickinson Family Scholarship: Resident of Blackhawk or Beaver Falls High School in Beaver County, PA. Student must have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 and demonstrate financial need.

East Ohio Scholarship: Must be a Carroll County resident. Must be full-time.

Eberly Family Scholarship: Resident of Fayette County, PA and demonstrate superior academic achievement and good moral character. Financial need is required. Student must take 24 credits per year.

Michael J. Estocin '54 Memorial Scholarship: Incoming Freshmen with 3.5 QPA or higher, in top 20% of graduating class. Financial need is required.

FirstEnergy STEM Scholarship: Applicant must be majoring in a STEM field.

First National Bank (FNB) Scholarship: Must have a minimum 3.5 QPA. Must reside in an area serviced by FNB.

George T. Force-Cynthia A. Dillon Scholarship at Slippery Rock University: Financial need is required. Available to full-time and part-time students. Must be a graduate of a western Pennsylvania school. Must have at least a 2.5 high school GPA. Must demonstrate community service involvement. Students who qualify for a Slippery Rock University tuition waiver are not eligible.

David Geesey Scholarship: Must have financial need.

James P. Gillen Memorial Scholarship: Must reside in Allegheny or Butler County, PA and have prior community service experience. Financial need is required for this scholarship.

Ralph Emerson Greasley Scholarship: Must exhibit academic excellence, and demonstrate financial need.

The Jeanne Furrie Endowed Scholarship Fund: Must have financial need. Must be a graduate of a high school in Pennsylvania or Ohio with preference given to students in western PA. Applicant must have gainful employment outside of the classroom. Scholarship is renewable. Students will be reviewed first through the Freshman Scholarship Application. The Scholarship Committee will contact selected students during the process for proof of employment and an interview with the SRU Alumni Association Scholarship Committee.

Grove City County Market Scholarship: Graduate of Grove City, Mercer or Slippery Rock Area High School and display academic perseverance. Must demonstrate financial need.

Hall Endowed Scholarship: Student must be enrolled at SRU and must demonstrate financial need.

Dr. Edwin and Agnes Hasson Memorial Scholarship: First preference will be given to a graduating student from Tyrone High School. Second preference will be given to a graduating student from Butler High School.

James S. Hawkins Family Student Opportunity Endowment Scholarship: First-year student matriculating to Slippery Rock University from Oil City or Venango Catholic high schools in Pennsylvania. Undergraduate progressing toward a degree. Full-time student. Must demonstrate financial need.

Health and Human Services Scholarship: Must be in the major of Health and Safety, Athletic Training, Dance, Parks and Recreation, or Physical Education. Applicants High School GPA must be a minimum 3.2. Applicant must show involvement in activities in major/community service. Has to have a minimum score of a 1050 on the SAT.

Russell and Alma Hemphill Memorial Scholarship: Must be an Education major. Student needs to demonstrate financial need and good academic standing.

Darrell J. Hess Scholarship: Must reside in Homestead, Munhall, West Homestead, West Mifflin or Whitaker, PA. Demonstrate dedication and perseverance in academic work. Financial need is required.

Patty Hladio Scholarship: Must have a 3.25 high school GPA. First preference goes to a student who demonstrates financial need and who is the first in their family to attend college.

The Hollenbaugh Family Scholarship: Preference given to a student with Home-School background.

Ronald J. Hunt Scholarship: 2.5 High School QPA. Preference to African American applicants.

Kids First Scholarship: Demonstrate academic excellence. Graduate of Central Catholic H.S. in Dubois, Brockway, Jefferson Tech High Schools. Financial need is required.

Dr. Patricia Morgan Knoll, Ph.D. Memorial Education Scholarship: Awarded to graduates of Sto-Rox High School. Preference given to elementary education majors.

Alicia Stackhouse Kopp Scholarship: Must have financial need.

Stanley Kraus Scholarship: First preference given to graduates of Neshannock High School, PA.

Lawton Family Scholarship: Awarded to first-generation students. Must be full-time.

Leslie Family Scholarship: Awarded to a full-time student. The first preference is a first-generation student who is nontraditional, and second preference is a first-generation student.

Dale Liken Scholarship: First preference given to students who participated in Junior Achievement. This scholarship is renewable.

Nate and Irene Maruca Scholarship: First preference given to graduates of Avonworth or Quaker Valley high schools. Must demonstrate financial need.

McPherson Family Scholarship: Must have financial need.

Mercer Annual Scholarship: Must have a minimum 3.5 GPA and demonstrate financial need.

Joseph D. Monteleone Scholarship: Graduate of Grove City High School. Scholarship is renewable with a 3.0 SRU GPA. Student must demonstrate financial need.

Myrtle Beach Alumni Scholarship: First preference given to students from North or South Carolina. If there are no North or South Carolina students, the scholarship is available to any out of state student. Minimum GPA of 3.0 required.

Penny Pascka Scholarship: Must be in the major of Physical Education, Physical Therapy or Adapted PE. Must have financial need.

Joyce Patterson Scholarship: Must have financial need.

Dr. and Mrs. Arthur William Phillips Scholarship: SAT score of 1,000 or ACT score of 22. Must reside in Venango, Armstrong, Butler, Clarion, Crawford, Erie, Forest, Lawrence, Mercer or Warren County in PA.

Robert H. Pratt Scholarship Criteria: Incoming freshman. Preference will go to students from Kennedy Catholic, Hickory High School, and Mercer county.

Quality Aggregates at Laurel High School Scholarship: Graduate of Laurel High School. Applicant chosen will be the student with the highest QPA and who has applied for admission to SRU by December 1

Reed Family Scholarship: This scholarship is non-renewable. Financial need is required.

Ruth and Tom Roose Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to a freshman.

Jan and Larry Sargert Endowed Scholarship: Must be a first generation college student. Must have a minimum QPA of 3.0.

William and Susan Schmitt Scholarship: Must have financial need.

Charles H. Sheetz Scholarship: Must be from Blair County. Must have a minimum of a 2.5 QPA. Must show a commitment to community service.

John O. Stoner Scholarship: First preference goes to a Somerset County resident. Student must exhibit academic excellence and demonstrate financial need.

Henry & Bev Suhr Scholarship: Must have financial need.

Catherine C. and James E. Swift '67 Scholarship: Must have financial need.

Evelyn Taggart and John Taggart Scholarship: Student must be a western PA resident, have a minimum high school GPA of 3.0, demonstrate financial need, and demonstrate commitment to community service. A minimum 3.0 GPA required for renewal.

William and Sharon Thomas Honors Scholarship: Must be in the Honors College. Awarded to a Butler County resident.

Barry K. Thompson Scholarship: Must be a graduate of Moniteau High School. Must have financial need.

Martin and Helen K. Thompson Scholarship: Butler County Resident. Must be an Early Childhood Education major. Student must demonstrate financial need.

Richard Tillack Memorial Scholarship: Graduate of North Allegheny High School, PA. Preference is given to secondary education or science majors. Financial need is required.

The Watson Family Scholarship for Slippery Rock Area High School Graduates:
Slippery Rock Area High School graduate. Entering Freshman. First preference given to students majoring in biology or secondary education biology, or elementary education.

The Watson Family Scholarship for Graduates of an Allegheny, Beaver, or Butler County High School: Graduate of an Allegheny, Beaver or Butler County High School. Entering Freshman. First preference given to students majoring in biology, secondary education biology or elementary education.

Barry Welsch Family Scholarship: Must demonstrate financial need.

John and Helen Williams Endowed Scholarship: Graduate of Conneaut Area High School, PA. Minimum high school QPA of 3.0. Student should demonstrate financial need. First preference to students majoring in education.

Winner Foundation Scholarship: Recommendation by school administrator based on good character, determination and leadership qualities. Priority consideration: 1. Dependent children of Winner employees. 2. Graduates of Reynolds School District. 3. Graduates of Sharon City School District. 4. Graduate of any Mercer County School District.

Veteran Readmit "Second Chance" Scholarship Criteria: Applicant must be an honorably discharged US military veteran who has been readmitted to SRU as a full time student after military service. Award priority will be given to the following, Information Technology or related major, STEM majors, and Education majors.

Mark T. Young Endowed Scholarship: Must have financial need. Awarded to a freshman.

Freshman Scholarships - Additional Information Required

These freshman scholarships require additional information. See below for the additional requirements.

Robert H. Coulson Scholarship: Graduate of Valley High School, Kiski High School, or Burrell High School, PA and perform community services and other extra-curricular activities. Applicant must provide an essay describing career goals and aspirations, which can be faxed to 724.738.2520 or sent to the SRU Foundation.

Howard L. and Margaret Rehm Headland Scholarship: Graduate of Woodland Hills High School, PA. Student must demonstrate a commitment to career development and community service. The deadline is March 31st. Scholarship Application

Jackie's Opportunity Scholarship: Must have a 2.5 high school GPA. First preference is given to students matriculating from Trinity High School. Students transferring from another institution and graduates of Trinity High School may also be reviewed. Must demonstrate financial need. Interested students must send a letter describing a personal life challenge and how it was overcome. Letters should be emailed to Justin Kleemook at justin.kleemook@sru.edu. The deadline is April 15th. For further information, contact Justin Kleemook, Office of Residence Life, Watson Hall, 724.738.2082.

SRU Performing Arts Series Endowed Scholarship: Must have a minimum 3.25 GPA in high school. Performance in high school or community arts is mandatory. Involvement may include high school and/or community theatre, band, choir, art classes, dance lessons, playing an instrument, ushering at shows, working backstage etc. This scholarship is for non-arts majors at the time of admission. Must write a short 500-1000 word essay on what the arts mean to you, how the arts have enhanced your life and why continuing exploring the arts in college will continue to be meaningful. Participation in arts activities must be identified in the essay for this scholarship. If you have any questions, contact the College of Liberal Arts at sru.liberalarts@sru.edu. Click here for the scholarship application. The deadline for this scholarship is March 1st.

Tony & Regina Robinson Endowed Scholarship: Preference given to Black and/or African American student living in Youngstown, Ohio and/or any municipality in Beaver County, Pennsylvania. Candidate must show a commitment to community service related to social equality; (B) educating, mentoring and/or tutoring underrepresented minorities (Blacks and Latinos) high school or elementary school students; (C) actively involved with religious organizations (e.g., choir, youth programs, etc.); and (D) other similar activities for the benefit of the community. Must have at least a 2.5 high school GPA or 2.35 college GPA and demonstrate financial need. The deadline for this scholarship is March 31st. Scholarship Application

Winner Scholarship: Must be attending a high school in Mercer County, PA. Must have at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA. Recommendation is required from a principal, vice-principal, superintendent or guidance counselor. Recommendations can be uploaded here. No additional information is required except for the recommendation. The recommendation deadline is December 1st. Students selected for the scholarship will be notified by December 20th.

Wolves Club of Coraopolis Scholarship: Recommendation by school guidance counselor based on good high school academic performance. Priority consideration: 1. Financial need 2. Graduates of Cornell, Moon, Montour High Schools. The scholarship is renewable. Contact your high school guidance counselor for more information.

Wolves Club of New Castle Scholarship: Permanent Lawrence County Resident. Student must demonstrate good academic performance. Student must demonstrate financial need. Contact your high school guidance counselor for more information.

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