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Pennsylvania State Grant (PHEAA)

Run by Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency, a state agency

Pennsylvania's primary need-based college grant for PA residents. Covers community colleges, trade schools, and 4-year colleges. Among the more generous state grants in the region.

Award
Up to $4,123/year
Deadline
May 1 annually
Run by
Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency
State

Who it's for

  • PA resident for 12 months
  • Enrolled half-time or more at approved PA institution
  • Demonstrated financial need
  • US citizen or eligible non-citizen

Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency decides who gets help.

How to apply

You apply on the program's own website. GrantLantern doesn't process applications. We link you straight to the source.

Apply at pheaa.org

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Pennsylvania State Grant (PHEAA) is one option. What else may help?

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Where this comes from

Details are based on the program's official information. Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency decides who is eligible, not GrantLantern. Check current requirements on their site before you apply.

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