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The new Grow PA Scholarship Grant Program can help Alvernia students fund their education and build the workforce in Pennsylvania for in-demand occupations.


Beginning in the 2025-26 academic year, Grow PA grant scholarships of up to $5,000 per year (up to a maximum of four academic years) will be available for in-state students enrolled in certain in-demand bachelor鈥檚 degree programs at Alvernia. To qualify, students must live and work in Pennsylvania in that occupation after graduation for 12 months for each year they receive the grant. Failure to meet this requirement will result in the grant being converted to a loan that must be repaid.

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Scholarships and Grants

Grow PA Program Administered by PHEAA

To be considered for a Grow PA Grant, Alvernia students must:

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


. Students should apply as soon as possible; the grants will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. for more information including the full list of eligible programs, or contact Alvernia鈥檚 Office of Student Financial Services.

 

Eligible Programs