As the clock ticks down for Philadelphia high school seniors who are heading to college, the anxiety over paying for it is probably increasing. Here is a list of scholarships with deadlines in March or April for Philly students:
Coleman Witte Scholarship for Art majors – Philadelphia Foundation
- Attending college in Philadelphia region
- GPA 2.75+
- Must submit 10 images of art
- DEADLINE: March 11, 2016
Conference of Minority Transportation Officials Scholarship
- Must have community service experience
- Must submit a graduation photo & proof of U.S. citizenship
- DEADLINE: March 21, 2016
The Urquhart Foundation Memorial Foundation Scholarship
- Must be African American & Philadelphia resident
- GPA 2.5+ and SAT/ACT scores
- DEADLINE: March 31, 2016
Wesley Proctor Ministries Book Awards
- Catherine Proctor Award for Single Parents
- James Proctor Book Award for High School seniors
- DEADLINE: March 31, 2016
Feinstein Fund – Philadelphia Foundation
- Demonstrate Financial Need
- GPA 3.25+
- DEADLINE: April 4, 2016
Richard Ash Scholarships – Philadelphia Foundation
- Philadelphia Resident
- Demonstrate Financial Need
- DEADLINE: April 8, 2016