$1,500 PACAC Scholarship for PA Students, Due: 2/1
Background: 🎓 Pennsylvania high school seniors, here’s a chance to earn money for college! The Pennsylvania Association for College Admission Counseling (PACAC) Scholarship helps students take the next step toward their education goals. Students can receive up to $1,500 to help pay for college. The top award honors Benjamin James, one of PACAC’s founding members.
Eligibility:
🎓 Must be a graduating high school senior.
📚 Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA in a college prep curriculum.
💰 Must demonstrate financial need.
🏫 Must plan to continue education after high school.
🤝 Must have a school counselor, community organization counselor, or independent educational consultant with current PACAC membership.
Requirements:
💻 Complete the online scholarship application through Going Merry.
✍️ Submit one short answer response of up to 200 words.
📝 Submit one essay of up to 650 words. Students may use their Common App personal statement.
📄 Upload an unofficial high school transcript.
💌 Submit one recommendation letter from a school counselor or community organization counselor.
📋 If selected, provide an official high school transcript.
Scholarship Amount:
💰 Up to $1,500
Deadline:
📅 February 1, 2027 (provided deadline, pending official confirmation)
