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Will support a piano student who has completed at least two years in any music degree.
 

Student must be a full-time student at WCU with demonstrated financial need.

 

Students must be full-time at WCU with demonstrated financial need.

 

West Chester University’s Academic Success Program (formerly the Academic Development Program - ADP) is proud to offer ASP students who qualify for financial aid the opportunity to apply for the Academic Success Program Scholarship.

 
 

Adam Swope graduated from the West Chester University Honors Program In 2002 with a BA in Political Science. While attending WCU, he held various offices in student government, as well as chairing the Young Democrats organization and serving as president of the Sigma Pi Fraternity. His senior year, he also received the West Chester University Outstanding Leader Award. As a political science major, he worked on numerous political campaigns in Chester County, first as a volunteer and then as a paid staffer with increasing responsibilities.

Most recently he was employed as an administrative analyst for Chester Country, as well as serving as a campaign chairman for Commissioner Kathi Cozzone. Previously, he held senior roles in Joe Hoeffel's 2004 U.S. Senate campaign, and on both Dan Wofford's 2002 and Lois Murphy's 2006 campaigns for the 6th Congressional District. As a person, his dry sense of humor, straightforward and unflappable manner, along with a passion for civic engagement drew co-workers and community members across all political backgrounds to him. Adam passed away tragically In 2017. This scholarship is in his memory. 

Preference is given to an undergraduate Political Science major. Student must demonstrate a sustained commitment to public service to the community (defined as either university/campus service and/or external constituencies such as public agencies, government, nonprofits, and elected officials). Students must have completed a minimum of 75 credits and have a GPA of 3.25.
 

Will support Interboro High School graduates who matriculate to West Chester University.  Recipients are selected by Interboro High School.  

5/2/23 Katie reaching out to High School with 7 candidates from General as we have not received a new recipient yet. 

Awarded to a cello student in need of financial assistance.  The student may be an undergraduate or graduate student and may be either a U.S. citizen or a foreign national.  Preference will be given to students in their 3rd year of study or later, however, the scholarship may be used to recruit incoming students.

Will be awarded to the author of the best essay exploring relationships among language, thought and culture.

Apply using the College of Arts and Humanities General Application.

Will support a third or fourth-year student majoring in Foreign Language with a GPA of 3.0+ who intends to pursue graduate study or is enrolled in a study abroad program.

Students can apply for this scholarship using the Study Abroad Scholarship Application.

Awarded by the International Study Abroad Office. Students should be majoring or minoring in a foreign language.

Will support an outstanding student in the study of foreign language.

 

The Ali Naggar Excellence in Managerial Accounting scholarship will support a student, who has obtained at least Junior standing, is majoring in Accounting, and has a minimum overall GPA of 3.0., is a participant working towards membership of Beta Alpha Psi, and has obtained a B+ or greater in Accounting 303. Financial need will not be a factor. This scholarship will be non-renewable. The selection process will include a written application with a resume attached and will be handled by the Department of Accounting, with approval from the Dean of the College of Business and Public Affairs.
 

 

This scholarship is awarded to one student annually. It supports a non-traditional student with dependents under the age of 18 years. Student must demonstrate financial need. 

Use the Charlotte Newcombe Scholarship application for this scholarship.  

This scholarship is to be awarded annually by the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Zeta Psi Alumni Scholarship Group in coordination with the WCUAA/WCUF Scholarship Committee. The primary consideration is for the scholarship to be awarded to a full-time undergraduate (preferred) or graduate male student in good standing at West Chester University. The student should be at least a sophomore, with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and a record of good service to cultural awareness on campus including advancement of multicultural/racial/gender and generational understanding at West Chester University. Primary preference is to award to a participating member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., undergraduate given first consideration and graduate secondary. Should no member meet the scholarship criteria, tertiary preference is for a male undergraduate student who is not a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., who meets all the other above criteria and has written an appropriate response to the required essay. The applicant will complete a 400-word essay on how he is/will be contributing to improve quality of life now and in the future regarding racial, social and economic justice. He also will Include in the essay a statement on the Importance of good deeds, scholarship, and love for all mankind in undergirding his personal pursuits.


 

Given to a West Chester University undergraduate student enrolled in status demonstrating the greatest financial need.  The student must have a minimum of 15 credits from WCU.  Applicants are required to submit a 500-word essay detailing one adjective best used to describe oneself or a life motto that has served as a guiding principle.

 

Given to a West Chester University undergraduate student with Veteran status demonstrating the greatest financial need.  Applicants are required to submit a 500-word essay detailing one adjective best used to describe one's self, or a life motto that has served as a guiding principle.

Will support a non-traditional female student with financial need who is returning to complete a degree.

 

Will support an incoming, first-year student or transfer student who, preferably graduated from Hazleton High School with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and who has demonstrated financial need. A graduate from any of Luzerne County high school will be eligible when a Hazelton High School graduate does not qualify.

5/2/23 Need clarification on guidelines. SM says renewable but guidelines from foundation does not mention that. Fund is overspent if current student renewed at $1000. 
 

The Department of Nursing of West Chester University awards the Anne E. Sell nursing scholarship annually to three senior nursing students.  The students must be enrolled full-time in the Level IV courses as of September to be eligible for this award.  The criteria for selection are scholastic ability and financial need. 
 

The scholarship is awarded annually to a second-semester women's Health and Physical Education major student.  The recipient must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, financial need, participate in University departmental and professional activities, be a member of the Physical Education/Health majors club and be of good character. 


 

Will support a graduate student in the Applied Statistics major who has shown exceptional academic achievement in his or her studies.

 

West Chester University’s Chapter of Association of Pennsylvania State College & University Faculty and Coaches (APSCUF) is pleased to sponsor the following scholarships: 
 

General Scholarship- (1) undergraduate award @ $1000 

Labor Union- (1) undergraduate award @ $1000 

BIPOC Scholarship- (2) undergraduate and (2) graduate awards @ $1500 each 
 

Application Deadline: May 19th at 11:59pm. Completed applications will be reviewed by the scholarship committee and recipients will be notified by Tuesday, April 18th.  

 

*All scholarship awards will be disbursed for the Fall 2023 semester*
 

Questions regarding the APSCUF Scholarship criteria can be forwarded to Dr. Tiffany Jones at tjones2@wcupa.edu. 

Questions regarding the APSCUF online scholarship application process and software can be forwarded to finaidsch@wcupa.edu. 

 

Funding given by the Dean to students who have financial need. No more than $1000 to be awarded to each student. 

West Chester University’s Academic Success Program (formerly the Academic Development Program - ADP), in collaboration with the Global Engagement Office (GEO), is proud to offer undergraduate ASP students the opportunity to apply for the Academic Success Program Scholarship for Study Abroad. Scholarships will be given to selected students participating in approved study abroad programs. The Academic Success Program is committed to increasing international educational opportunities for ASP students.  You are required to complete a short essay prompt, request two (2) letters of recommendation, and upload your unofficial transcript prior to submitting the application. 
 

Aurelio left his home and family in Mexico, seeking a good education and a better life.  he attended west Chester State College.  he entered the College of Nursing in the 1970s, when men in the field were quite rare and often stigmatized, but he remained steadfast to his vison. Critical to his success, West Chester State College recognized his potential and provided support in the form of scholarship.  In fact, it was Dr. Klein who inspired him to pursue geriatric nursing.  Aurelio has been a distinguished Director of Nursing at various hospitals and nursing facilities.  Aurelio is married to his wife whom he met at West Chester State College.  They have three sons.

Awarded by the College of Health Sciences, Aurelio Peter Ojeda '80, RN, BSN, NHA Scholarship should be awarded to a graduating senior enrolled in the undergraduate nursing program, with preference to a male student. The student should have demonstrated compassion and empathy in the delivery of care. Furthermore, the student should have displayed exceptional humanity in all nursing rotations.

Further preference should be given to a student who is a first-generation college student or demonstrates significant financial need and whose vision is to advance in the field of nursing.
 

Beth O. Baker ’77 Award - Given to a heterosexual cis-gender student who has served as an LGBTQA Ally in honor of Beth O. Baker, one of the founders of the Gays of West Chester in 1975.

Dorothy Gilson Baker ’47 Award - Given to a student who is self-identified transgender and has advocated in the community for the inclusion of gender identity in policies and practices.

Bob Baker Award - Given to a student leader of the Executive Board of the LGBTQA Student Groups who has demonstrated leadership and a desire to make a difference in the world.

To be considered the student will have a GPA of 2.75 or above and submit a testimonial (no more than one page) that demonstrates their support for the LGBTQA community and the positive influence it's had on their lives.  Prior to receipt of the scholarship the student must write a thank you note and present that to the WCU Foundation.
 

Will support a full-time student who is a declared dance minor.

 

This scholarship is to be awarded annually to an undergraduate student enrolled in the Health and Physical Education Teacher Certification Program in the Department of Secondary Education and K-12 Health and Physical Education.  The student should be at least a junior, having completed 60 credits, have a minimum 3.0 GPA, and have a record of service and excellent performance in several areas at the University.  

Interested students should complete an application and an essay about their career aspirations in teaching and coaching physical education. Award decisions are to be made by the Department of Secondary Education and K-12 Health and Physical Education.
 

Given to a student who has demonstrated a commitment to diversity, civility, and the inclusion/advocacy of LGBTQA concerns in their curricular and/or co-curricular lives.
 

To entice or retain select undergraduate music students where skills or instruments would otherwise be missing.

To support undergraduate social work students.  The fund will be utilized to (1) support senior year students with transportation or other demands that they encounter with their internships; (2) for social work book scholarships or gas grants, wherever the need is greatest.

Maximum of $1500 for the neediest senior students in order to support transportation or other demands with internship.

Up to $1000 for book scholarships and/or gas grants for ugrd social work students.

Will support a non-traditional student majoring in Mathematics or Physics.  The selection is made by the Chairs of the Math and Physics departments to a student who is kind, service oriented, intellecutal, and has a unique personality.

 

Will support an outstanding fourth-year student majoring in Finance, who has outstanding academic performance.
 

Will support a third-year Graphic Design or Photography major with a GPA of 3.0+.

 

The recipient must be a female veteran student enrolled at West Chester University who has demonstrated financial need. 

The Black Alumni Chapter was founded in 1965.  This scholarship was established to assist in the education of students who promote and live the concept of positive community involvement within the African-American community.  In 2016, the Black Alumni chapter created a scholarship in memoriam of  Tyrone A. Patton, Jr. (Class of 1991), a recently departed alumnus who was a BAC Executive board member for many years. Tyrone lived the mission of our chapter and his dream was to see the BAC provide scholarships to deserving students.   One of the annual BAC scholarships is given in memory of Tyrone A. Patton, Jr.  

The Black Alumni Chapter Scholarship is to be awarded to a full-time undergraduate or graduate student, with a minimum 2.5 GPA, who demonstrates community and/or campus involvement (via resume), and 300-500 word essay responding to one of the two prompts.  Awardee(s) will preferably be an African-American/Black or Hispanic/Latinx student.  Scholarship recipients are required to attend the Black Alumni Chapter luncheon held in the spring semester.

Awarded by the Black Alumni Scholarship Committee.  

Will support an incoming first year with a major in the College of Sciences and Mathematics.  Candidates must be a female Pennsylvania resident, with demonstrated financial need.
GPA of 3.0 also in guidelines. 
 

Will support an incoming, first-year student with financial need from a multiple-sibling family, who has a high school GPA of at least 3.0.
 

Awarded annually to a graduate student majoring in Athletic Training, who has a GPA of at least 3.0, exhibits clinical competence, demonstrates an interest in teaching and team leadership, and makes a contribution to the Athletic Training Club, Sports Medicine Department and/or College of Health Sciences. 

Award decisions are to be made by the Scholarship Committee within the Department of Sports Medicine.


 

This award is to be given to a graduating senior with preference for the best student in Italian or Spanish; or the most outstanding student in a foreign language. The goal of the award is to encourage the student to travel after graduation.

Awarded to a sophomore art major, with demonstrated financial need, and in good academic standing.

Will be awarded to a multicultural WCU student who has a minimum 2.5 GPA, has obtained at least 60 credits, and has at least one semester remaining before graduation.

Will be awarded to a junior majoring in early childhood or elementary education.  Applicant must have GPA of 3.0 or higher, leadership and potential as an early childhood/elementary teacher.

Awarded by the Department of Early and Middle Grades Education in the College of Education and Social Work, The recipient must demonstrate strong academic performance, community involvement, and financial need.


 

Will support a third-year student with a GPA of 3.5+ majoring in Communication Studies.

 

Will support an incoming student with financial need majoring in Education. Preference is given to students from Little Flower High School in Philadelphia, regardless of major.

Will support a second, third, or fourth-year participate on the WCU Forensics Team with a GPA of 3.0 and is a member of the Pi Kappa Delta.

This scholarship is to be awarded annually to an undergraduate nursing major who has successfully completed NSG/NSL212 and be enrolled in either NSG/NSL 311 or 312.  The student should have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Applicants will be required to complete the online application and include a short essay (2 typed, double spaced pages) about themselves and what inspired them to enter the field of nursing.  Award decisions are made by the Department of Nursing. 

 

Will support a third or fourth-year Hispanic student majoring in any language, with at least a 3.0 minimum cumulative GPA and 3.25 GPA in major or minor.

In the absence of a qualified Hispanic student, the scholarship will be awarded to a deserving minority student of any ethnic group majoring in a foreign language. If no major meets the stipulated GPA requirements, the scholarship will be awarded to a student pursuing a foreign language minor who meets the requirements. **Candidates will demonstrate primarily financial need as certified by the Financial Aid Office**
 

The purpose of the Centocor Nursing Scholarship is to attract students to the nursing profession.
To fulfill this objective, the scholarship is to be awarded annually to a freshman nursing major
with strong academic potential.  The recipient shall be selected by the Chairperson of the Nursing
Department in consultation with the Development Office.
 

Awarded annually at the beginning of the fall semester in payment toward tuition to the sophomore who had achieved the highest GPA as a full-time freshman in a music curriculum at WCU.

Will support an undergraduate student majoring in Early and Middle Grades Education.  Recipient is selected by a committee from the Early and Middle Grades Department.  Application requires a letter of recommendation.

Awarded to a WCU Pre-Medicine student to cover medical school application fees. Students must show proof of application to medical school and be selected by the Director of the Pre-Med Program. Recipients are required to draft a thank you letter each year to the donor.

Will support a third or fourth-year, non-traditional student with demonstrated financial need.  A current FAFSA must be on file.

 

Awarded on the basis of merit to a second-year commuting student in education and will be renewable if the student maintains a 3.0

Full or part-time graduate student pursuing a Masters’ Degree and certification in elementary, secondary, and counseling in higher education at WCU.  The applicant must have completed at least nine credits of coursework toward their degree, attaining at least a 3.5 GPA in that coursework.

Awarded by the Department of Earth and Space Sciences in consultation with the Planetarium Director, the Chester County Astronomical Society (CCAS) Scholarship will award two (2) scholarships annually of at least $1,000 each, to support undergraduate students with a passion for astronomy, planetary, or space sciences. Qualified candidates must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. The students' area of study may include but is not limited to majoring in Geoscience, Physics, Computer Science and/or minoring in Astronomy. Qualified candidates may also be involved with the WCU Astronomy Student Club or recommended by the Planetarium Director or other Earth and Space Science Department Faculty. A candidate's financial need should only be taken into consideration if necessary to decide between otherwise equally qualified candidates. The Chester County Astronomical Society (CCAS) Scholarship may be renewable but is not automatically renewed.

 

The scholarship was established by the Chester County Chapter of the West Chester University Alumni Association in 1989 to benefit Chester County residents.  The recipient must:

• Be a Chester County high school graduate who is entering the first semester at WCU.
• Have financial need
• Earn a GPA of 3.0 or greater
• Be of good character
• Exhibit leadership qualities

 

The Chief Robert M. and Vera Valyo Endowed Scholarship was established in 1992 to honor the former Chief of Police of Willistown Township.  Students may receive this award more than once.
 
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Undergraduate Criminal Justice major
• Must be an upper-class student (Junior or Senior)
• Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0

CRITERIA FOR SELECTION:

• Commitment to completing a degree
• Working toward a career in law enforcement
• Activity within the University community

Applicant must submit a copy of current resume and a biographical essay detailing his/her achievements, goals and aspirations in support of his/her application for consideration.  (See criteria above.)


 

Will support an incoming student majoring in Elementary Education with financial need who is a Pennsylvania resident.

 

Awarded to first-time entering freshmen whose legal residences are within the following areas and provided the students are or will be graduates of a secondary school in the same areas: Adams, Berks, Chester, Cumberland, Dauphin, Delaware, Lancaster, Lebanon, or York Counties in Pennsylvania. A first-year student whose legal residence is outside the counties listed above may be considered for a Schock Foundation Scholarship provided the student is or will be a graduate of one of the following secondary schools: Shippensburg, Boyertown, Spring-Ford, or Williams Valley in Pennsylvania.

In choosing recipients and alternates the selection committee will consider: results attained in college entrance tests; success attained in high school courses; the difficulty of high school courses completed;  quality of extracurricular activities; leadership traits; and financial need. The FAFSA must be submitted in order to be considered for this scholarship. The number of scholars is at the discretion of the university, but the scholarship must finance at least 20% of the scholar's tuition expenses. - Edit KK 11/9/23

The criteria for selection are: (1) the student must have completed one academic year of study at WCU or be a freshman who graduated within the top percentile of his or her high school class; (2) demonstrated financial need; (3) demonstrated leadership qualities and; (4) academic achievement.

Awarded by the WCUAA/WCUF Scholarship Committee.  

This award is to be given to an undergraduate student reading minor with nine credits completed.  The student must have junior or senior status with at least one semester left until the degree is complete.  The student must have an overall GPA of 3.0 and a GPA of 3.5 in reading. 


 

Will support an incoming, first-year student based on scholarship, leadership, character, and demonstrated financial need.

Awarded by the WCUAA/WCUF Scholarship Committee.  

The criteria for selection are: (1) Student must have successfully completed two semesters; (2) demonstrated financial need; (3) evidence of leadership qualities.
 

The criteria for selection are: (1) Student must have successfully completed two semesters with a 3.0 GPA and be an education major; (2) community volunteer involvement; (3) documented financial need.
 

Awarded by the WCUAA/WCUF Scholarship Committee.  

Will support an undergraduate student majoring in Mathematics who intends to teach math upon graduation.

Will support an incoming freshman with high academic performance who is majoring in Education.  Recipients will be selected based on information submitted during the existing admissions review process.

The criteria for selection are: (1) junior class standing who has a 3.0 GPA and be an education major; (2) campus activities (3) documented financial need.


Awarded by the WCUAA/WCUF Scholarship Committee.  

The criteria for selection are (1) documented financial need; (2) U.S. citizenship (3) a resident of Pennsylvania; (4) a full-time student at WCU; (5) majoring in education; (6) participation in extra-curricular or community activities or employment; and (7) a GPA greater than 3.0.  The scholarship may be renewable if the applicant reapplies each year and all scholarship requirements are once again met.
 

Awarded by the WCUAA/WCUF Scholarship Committee. 

The criteria for selection are: (1) completion of two full semesters at West Chester University and be an undergraduate education major; (2) a minimum 3.0 GPA and (3) documented financial need.
 

Awarded by the WCUAA/WCUF Scholarship Committee.  

Will support an incoming first-year undergraduate student with exemplary achievement in mathematics, science, or English.
                                                                                             

Will support an incoming first-year student with demonstrated financial need.

 

Awarded to an education major in their senior year with a minimum of 3.25 average in mathematics courses and 3.00 GPA overall.  Must demonstrate motivation and leadership qualities in class through their involvement in mathematics education at WCU.

The fund has been established by the members of the Class of 1970 to provide assistance to deserving students.

The criteria for selection are: (1) Upper-class student; (2) satisfactory academic achievement; (3) documented financial need.

Awarded by the WCUAA/WCUF Scholarship Committee.  
 
 

The criteria for selection are: (1) Student must have successfully completed two semesters with a 3.0 GPA; (2) campus and community involvement.

Awarded by the WCUAA/WCUF Scholarship Committee.  

Will support an incoming, first-year student with high academic achievement and involvement in a co-curricular activity relevant to a discipline in either the arts or sciences. Restricted to students majoring in a program of study in the College of Arts and Humanities and the College of Sciences and Mathematics, including Secondary Education.  Recipients will be selected based on information submitted during the existing admissions review process.

Will support an incoming, first-year student with high academic achievement. Restricted to students majoring in a program of study within the College of Business and Public Management.  Recipients will be selected based on information submitted during the existing admissions review process.

This scholarship provides financial assistance during the senior year to qualified social work students from the BSW program. Requirements include: Excellence in academic achievement; Demonstrated involvement in community leadership activities; Demonstrated commitment to bilingual and/or bicultural social work practice.

 

Will support a student, who has obtained at least Junior standing, is majoring in Accounting, has a minimum overall GPA of 3.0, and has obtained a B+ or greater in Accounting 301 or 302. This scholarship will be non-renewable.

 

The Dean's Office will award scholarships to exemplary students and applicants who have demonstrated remarkable achievement and potential. The recipient(s) is (are) chosen at the Dean's discretion.


 

Recipient Criteria:

• Between 30.0 credits and 90.0 credits at the time of application.
• Undergraduate student(s).
• Declared Major in a College of Health Sciences Academic Department.
• Academic Excellence (minimum cumulative GPA of 3.75).
• Commitment to and leadership in campus and community activity.
• Demonstrated financial need determined by FAFSA (preference for students with contribution of $0 from family).
• Commitment to service in a health-related career.
• Completion of a personal statement of between 500 and 1000 words addressing these questions:
  • How do you want to serve the needs of others and society in a health-related career?
  • What opportunities have you pursued to prepare you for a level of excellence in your career?
  • What is the most meaningful experience you have had at West Chester University, and what lessons have you learned from this experience?
  • How do you plan to continue your path of professional development to reflect lifelong learning?

The recipient of the Colonel Ronald M. Sharpe scholarship will be a sophomore, junior, or senior Criminal Justice major, who is a minority student with at least a 2.5 GPA.  The financial need of the student will be taken into account, however, does not need to be a determining factor.

 

Will support an incoming first-year student in the College of Business & Public Management with financial need. Preference given to a Plymouth-Whitemarsh High School graduate; if not, any Montgomery County student enrolled in the College of Business and Public Management will be considered.

Awarded to a Communications major who has completed 90 credits, has an overall GPA of 2.8, and displays leadership on campus or through the community.
 

Award given to a graduate student enrolled in SPP 501 (Foundations of Research) and is based on the quality of his or her research proposal.

 

Will support a student majoring in Computer Science with high academic achievement.

 

Recipient must be an outstanding graduate of a Catholic high school in Philadelphia, Bucks, Chester, Delaware or Montgomery counties.  Recipients will be selected based on information submitted during the existing admissions review process.
GPA 3.5, Strong SAT Scores, and should be an incoming student.
Can be renewable if overall GPA is 3.5 or higher. TN 11/7

Awarded annually to an undergraduate or graduate Piano Pedagogy major, preparing to teach piano.  Recipient will be selected by the Keyboard faculty.

Awarded by the Veterans Center Director, first preference to be awarded to Marine Corp Veteran(s). In the event there are no Marine Veterans enrolled at WCU, the scholarship may be awarded at the discretion of the Veterans Center Director to any student veterans of the armed forces.
 

Awarded to a student entering law school. 

 

David DiMarino graduated from West Chester University with a degree in Music Education in 1992. A trumpet student of Dr. Kenneth Laudermilch, Dave excelled in all areas of study, earning a position in the prestigious Concert Choir in his freshman year, winning the music theory scholarship, and graduating Summa Cum Laude. He later earned an MBA from the University of Phoenix. He began working for JW Pepper and Son in 1995, starting at an entry-level position in customer service, and had worked his way up to the position of Chief Financial Officer. 

Awarded to a Music Education major, voice or instrument, who demonstrates leadership in a Wells School of Music musical ensemble. Student(s) will be selected by the department chair at the end of their sophomore year and must have the highest GPA of all the candidates. If two students have the same GPA the department chair will break the tie by determining which student has the better academic record within the music education courses.

Recipient(s) will be asked to write a thank-you note to the donor.

 

The recipient should be a sophomore, junior, or senior who has a 2.5 GPA or higher, and whose major interest is to teach physical education.  The person should be an individual who enjoys working with children and shows athletic ability.  The student must demonstrate financial need.  The scholarship is renewable provided a minimum 2.5 GPA or higher is maintained. 


 

Will support a junior or senior Marketing major who meets the minimum eligibility requirements for a summer internship as of January: officially matriculated into the Marketing Major, completed MKT250 with a C or better and has a CUM GPA of 2.5 or better.  

 

Denise Howe Kienle was a Chester County native and 25-year employee of West Chester University working with the Dean of Graduate Studies.  Throughout those 25 years, Denise helped lead her department through the evolution of West Chester University, both as a campus and a highly regarded academic institution.  In working with countless graduate students, professors, other faculty and staff, Denise built a reputation of hard work, dedication and compassion in all aspects of her work.  Her most proud moments were to see both of her daughters graduate from WCU.  The family's wish is to continue Denise’s spirit of positivity, hard work and helping others in the advancement of their higher education goals.

The recipient will be a WCU female, graduate student who is a resident of Chester County, with at least a 3.0 GPA. 

The recipient will be selected by the Graduate School.  Awarded by the WCUAA/WCUF Scholarship Committee.  

The Director of Bands Scholarship is awarded to a marching band member who has participated at least three years and whose service reflects an example that inspires others to make the band better. 

Will support an African American Secondary Education student with high academic achievement who is seeking certification as a Secondary Education English teacher.    

Will support a full-time student with demonstrated financial need

Looking at student with highest GPA, Financial Need, and earned credits. 

The criteria for selection are: (1) student must have completed one full year at West Chester University; (2) demonstrated academic achievement; (3) leadership; (4) strength of character (5) demonstrated financial need.

Awarded by the WCUAA/WCUF Scholarship Committee.  

Will support a third-year student majoring in the Athletic Training education program. Preference will be given to those assigned to clinical assignment at Swarthmore College.



 

Will support an incoming, first-year student majoring in Mathematics.

Will support full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum of 45 credits, 15 of which are to be completed at West Chester University by the semester prior to the date of application, and graduate students who are a graduate of West Chester University and are enrolled full time (9 credits) in a graduate degree program.  The minimum GPA is 3.5.  Application and letters of reference required. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and have permanent residence in the U.S. 

Selected applicants can use the scholarship funds to pay for tuition, housing (on or off campus), food, books, and/or study abroad trips approved by WCU.

Dr. A. Peter Costanza '57 received his BS in Music Education from West Chester University, M.Ed. in Music Education and D.Ed. in Music Education from Pennsylvania State University.  He taught elementary and secondary instrumental music in the Central Dauphin Schools and was an assistant professor at The Pennsylvania State University where he was the project director for “The Many Sounds of Music," an educational television series for junior high school students. Upon his appointment to Ohio Stale, Dr. Costanza served the School of Music in many areas.
 Dr. Costanza's research has been funded by the Yamaha Corporation and published in the Journal of Research in Music Education. He served as a consultant evaluator of graduate programs in music for both the Ohio Board of Regents and the New York Regents.

The Dr. A. Peter Costanza Endowment supports an outstanding junior or senior music education student involved in extracurricular music education activities including but not limited to: collecting research, presenting or attending conferences, or engaging in educational service. The recipient shall be selected by the Chair of Music Education and Music Therapy in the Wells School of Music.
 

Awarded to a computer science major with a high GPA and who is also in need of financial assistance.

This scholarship is in memory of Dr. Geetha Ramanathan emeritus professor of Comparative Literature, Film, and Women Studies who taught in the Department of English for 31 years. Dr. Ramanathan held several leadership positions at the University, served as the Fulbright Distinguished Chair of Gender Studies at the University of Klagenfurt in Austria, and was named as one of the 150 most influential women at the University. Dr. Ramanathan was a teacher who inspired generations of students and was a prolific scholar who received worldwide recognition for her numerous books and articles.

Awarded by the Department of English or Women's and Gender Studies, this scholarship will be awarded to an undergraduate student majoring in English or Women's and Gender Studies. Preference will be given to a student with a focus area in National and Transnational Cultures; Popular Culture and Cultural Studies; Social Justice and Activism; or Transnational Feminism. An essay answering the following question is required: "How does a particular text in world literature or a film that foregrounds the female point of view provide a new way of understanding?"  If there are no candidates identified based on these criteria, the Department of English or Women's and Gender Studies can award the scholarship at their discretion.

 

Awarded to a graduate student enrolled in the Holocaust and Genocide Studies program.

The Dr. Joan Kaminski Scholarship in Chemistry is awarded to an incoming freshman female Chemistry student. The student must have a minimum of a high school GPA of at least 3.5 and a combined SAT score of 1250 prior to their freshman year at WCU.  The recipient must maintain a minimum of a 3.0 GPA for all four years at WCU in order to be eligible for scholarship renewal. In the event, there are insufficient female Chemistry majors meeting the requirements, biology, physics, and engineering female students may be considered for the scholarship.  
 

Awarded to an undergraduate student, enrolled in Deaf Studies and/or an American Sign Language (ASL) minor.  The student must have a minimum 2.75 GPA.

 

The recipient is to be an undergraduate within the College of Education.  The selected student should be someone who participates in D-Cap, a program for matriculated students at WCU on the Autism Spectrum or its future equivalent.  The recipient should self-identify their interest in music via a question on the application.


 

Students must be full-time declared Economic Majors who have completed a minimum of 60 credits; with a minimum GPA of 3.25; preference is given to students with demonstrated financial need. 
 

Music scholarships for WCU tuition will be available for undergraduate and graduate students. 

This scholarship will be in the form of a funded SSI account restricted for use on textbooks or course supplies in the WCU Campus Store and will be awarded at the last SGA meeting of each fall semester.  The student who is awarded the scholarship will have their funded account open for use by the start of the subsequent spring term.  

To apply, the student must

1. Hold a position on the SGA (this position can be either a senator seat or executive board position) and have served on SGA for a period of at least one year.
2. Demonstrate leadership activity across campus in addition to being active in SGA
3. Have a 3.10 cumulative GPA
4. Write a 500 word essay

The Dr. Mildred 'Mit' Joyner Endowed Scholarship is established in loving memory of Dr. Mildred 'Mit' Carter Joyner, a woman whose life was a testament to the enduring values of love, compassion, and resilience. Mit's profound dedication to social work, her unwavering commitment to her community, and her remarkable legacy in social work and education inspired the establishment of a scholarship to support future generations of social work professionals.

Awarded by the Undergraduate Social Work Department, this scholarship will support rising senior undergraduate students majoring in social work who embody Mit's values of kindness, compassion, and a genuine desire to uplift others. Requirements include a resume demonstrating leadership, volunteerism and commitment to social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion, a GPA of 2.5 or greater, and financial need with preference going to a minoritized student. If possible, one recipient should be from the West Chester campus and one recipient should be from the Philadelphia campus.  If there are no candidates identified based on these criteria, this scholarship can be awarded by the Dean of the College of Education and Social Work in consultation with the Department of Social Work Chair.

Awarded by the Social Work Department in the College of Education and Social Work, the Dr. Nadine Bean Graduate Social Work Scholarship is awarded to first- or second-year student(s) enrolled in the Master of Social Work program with at least a 3.25 GPA. The scholarship is awarded to student(s) doing their field placement in an interprofessional selling, i.e., a selling that has professionals from multiple disciplines working collaboratively to serve client systems (individuals, families, groups, organizations, communities) of diverse backgrounds. Preference is given to a student working with underserved populations. Preference is also given to students who themselves are from diverse and underserved populations. The student can be in a micro, mezzo, or macro field setting. The scholarship application requires an essay. Should there not be a student recipient match, or if the field of social work changes in the future, the scholarship can be awarded to student(s) in any field placement with underserved and diverse populations.

 

Eligibility Requirements

• Elementary Education major 
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
• African-American student

 

Department of History awards up to three $1,000 scholarships based on academic merit to the graduate students in the MA or MEd programs.

Department of History awards, based on merit, up to 5 $2,000 scholarships to returning junior or senior history majors

The scholarship is awarded on the basis of merit alone and is renewed for a total of four years as long as the recipient remains a History major and maintains an academic year grade point average of 3.33 in History courses and 2.67 in all courses taken at the University

The scholarship is open to students who are junior level or higher (including graduate students) majoring in history or philosophy with a focus on Asian History or Asian Philosophy.  Candidates must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 and have at least one more semester to complete at the time the scholarship is awarded.  Priority will be given to candidates who demonstrate financial need.

This fund was established to recognize the impact on students and the legacy of Dr. Robert Marbach at West Chester University.  Dr. Robert Marbach was a Political Science professor and served as the Faculty Advisor to the Kappa Delta Rho Fraternity from its inception in 1989.  Awarded by the Office of Financial Aid to a student who demonstrates financial need.  A minimum $1,000 scholarship is to be awarded to at least one student.  More than one student can be awarded each academic year.  Preference is given to a rising sophomore or above who is a political science major.

The scholarship will be awarded to an Early Childhood Education Major who has earned a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher and has demonstrated his/her potential for becoming an outstanding teacher in the field-based coursework at West Chester University.

Dr. Thomas J. Brady '48, was a professor in Department of Political Science from 1968 to 1991.   At WCU, he taught Civil Liberties, Administrative Law, American Government and Criminal Justice classes.  He was the founder and mentor of the WCU Law Club where he created an annual Moot Court competition. The award has an annual monetary value of $1,000. 

Awarded to a junior or senior political science or public administration major with a minimum 3.0 GPA.

The recipient shall be a WCU student with at least a 3.0 GPA and financial need

Awarded by the WCUAA/WCUF Scholarship Committee.  

Awarded by the Biology Department, this scholarship will be awarded to a Biology major or a Biology minor who is involved with athletics and/or visual/performing arts.  The student should possess a 3.0 or better GPA.  A statement is required listing two ways your athletic or artistic activities and your biological studies will contribute to your career goals.  The student cannot be related to a Charlotte Weaver Foundation Board Member.

Recipients will be asked to write a thank you letter.



 

Awarded to a WCU student who completed the first academic year with a minimum 2.8 GPA in the College of Education and Social Work with a major in health and physical education.  Students must have financial need, and have demonstrated qualities of a well-rounded student citizen by orderly participation in, and significant contribution to the success of University or community-sponsored activities. 

The recipient shall be a first-year student majoring in computer science with demonstrated financial need.  First preference should be given to a student who participated in their high school’s marching band.

The criteria for selection are: (1) student must be majoring in a discipline related to human relations, communications and psychology; (2) good academic standing; (3) preference given to African-Americans.

Will support an incoming first-year student from Shamokin High School with demonstrated leadership abilities and proven financial need.  Should there be no admitted students from Shamokin High School in any given year, the scholarship will not be awarded.  If there are no applicants for a second consecutive year, the scholarship can be awarded to the closest high school graduates to Shamokin in Union County.  In the event that Shamokin High School ceases to exist, the scholarship will be available to students from any school in Union County.

Will support a third or fourth-year Secondary Education Science Education major who exhibits excellent potential and performance and is committed to excellence in education.

For scholarships in any academic area, based on the financial need of the student and his or her family,
as well as the demonstrated academic performance of the student.

 

The recipient will be an academically sound female student who is majoring in kinesiology and has demonstrated financial need.  The student must be entering her third year at WCU, have a 3.0-GPA, and be a resident of Chester County.  Special consideration shall be given to a student who shows an interest in officiating sports; however, this is not a requirement to receive the scholarship.

 

Will support an incoming, first-year, African American student from any Chester County high school. Student must have demonstrated financial need and plan to pursue a degree in Education. 

Award given to an outstanding student in the department of Communicative Disorders, who is enrolled in the Pre-graduate Certification Program (PCP).

Student should have a 3.8 GPA
Student is required to submit one of the following examples of scholarly work:
A paper written as partial requirement for a course
A written summary of the student's performance in a student faculty research project
A written summary of a student's work on an independent research project.


 

Will support an undergraduate student majoring in Education with demonstrated financial need. The current FAFSA must be on file with the Financial Aid Office.  
 

Awarded to a full-time, declared Dance minor with a minimum of 15 credits at the time of application
and a maximum of 55 credits. The student must have a minimum 3.0 GPA. If a transfer student, 15 credits
must be earned at WCU. Active involvement in the University dance program will be a major factor in
the selection of the recipient. Some areas being considered may include but are not limited to: prior
dance experiences, active membership in the University Dance Company, active involvement with the
Department of Theatre and Dance, and participation at dance conferences and workshops.
 

Awarded to students who demonstrate financial need and excel in their studies.

This scholarship supports an incoming first-year or transfer student who is full-time and majoring in English.  A 5-page writing sample is required (critical writing on any topic; no poetry or fiction).

 

The Enterprise Business Scholarship was established in 2023 by Enterprise Holdings Inc., to recognize female business students who strive to be leaders in this field.  Awarded by the WCUAA-WCUF Scholarship Committee, this Business scholarship will be awarded to:

• Two female students studying business ($1,000 each.)
• Preference will be given to students who are active members of the "Women's Business" Club.
• Preference will be given to students who demonstrate financial need.
• An essay is highly encouraged, but not required: "As a woman how will you strongly impact the world of business?"
• The students must be a sophomore when applying, and be awarded to students entering their junior year
• The recipient will be asked to write a thank-you note to the donor.

This award was established by Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Dellecker in memory of their son, Eric, who distinguished himself in the pre-medical program and then went on to medical school.  The award is conferred in recognition of a student's distinguished scholarship, exemplary character, and commitment to service through medicine.  Selected by the pre-medical committee, the winner is an outstanding student in the program who exemplifies the best characteristics of a physician.

 

Preference given to candidates with demonstrated financial need, academic achievement, and good citizenship.

Awarded to a first-year clarinet major, who demonstrates exceptional talent through audition and financial need.  First preference to students from Schuykill County, PA.

No application is required for this scholarship.  Students will be selected based on the results of their admittance audition.

Awarded to a full-time deserving undergraduate sophomore student, majoring in elementary education, who has maintained a 3.0 GPA or higher during their freshman year.  Preference may be given to candidates of African-American descent who are residents of NJ.  Renewable for up to three years.

Awarded to students who are juniors or seniors and self-identified as First Generation focused in the area of STEM.  Preference to students demonstrating financial need.  Preference to a student(s) who intend to go onto graduate studies.

4-year renewable scholarship to a student majoring in music at WCU. The selection and renewability is at the discretion of the Dean in Wells School of Music.

No application is required for this scholarship.  Students will be selected based on the results of their admittance audition.

The recipient shall be a WCU student in their junior year with at least a 3.0 GPA.  Students must demonstrate financial need and community involvement.  

Awarded by the WCUAA/WCUF Scholarship Committee.  

This scholarship is designated for students in their sophomore, junior or senior years who are registered in one of
five Chemistry department degree programs.

 

Awarded to one full-time sophomore annually to a vocal/choral major at WCU.  Preference will be given to a Pennsylvania resident.  Overall GPA of 2.5 and music GPA of 3.0 required

The criteria for selection are: (1) Only residents of the state of New Jersey are eligible; (2) completion of at least two semesters at West Chester University; (3) at least a 3.0 GPA.

Scholarships for deserving students who are participating in FDS activities and/or course of study; and book awards for students associated with or participating in a course of study with FDS.
 

Awarded by the Department of Languages and Cultures, the French Ram Scholarship should be awarded to an outstanding French student. Preference should be given to a student studying French as a major or minor, or enrolled in a French course at the 200 or 300-level.
 

Two scholarships are awarded to music students who are string majors.

No application is required for this scholarship.  Students will be selected based on the results of their admittance audition.

**WSOM NOT AWARDING THIS FOR 23-24; NOT ENOUGH FUNDING FOR A SUBSTANTIAL AWARD**

The recipient must be an active Friar at WCU who is in need of financial assistance and who exemplifies the characteristics of the Friar's Society (leadership, scholarship, friendship, character and service.) The scholarship will be awarded at the discretion of the Friar's Alumni Scholarship.

 

Will support an undergraduate student member of the Friar's Society.  Two letters of reference from other active members are required.

Will support an incoming, first-year student from the Wells School of Music with vocal promise and high academic performance.

No application is required for this scholarship.  Students will be selected based on the results of their admittance audition.

Recipients selected by the WCU Veterans Center. Can be used for ROTC cadets from St. Joseph's program who are degree seeking at WCU.

Applicant must be a major in BS Geoscience or BSED Earth and Space Sciences who has completed at least five courses in the Department of Geology and Astronomy and at least 45 credits overall.  An individual may receive the scholarship more than once but must reapply each year.

Awarded to an undergraduate student who has completed a minimum of 12 credits, with a minimum
3.0 GPA and has financial need. To be considered for the scholarship students must have made a positive contribution to the community at large either formally or informally through community service activities. Preference will be given to student(s) who are majoring in music, the sciences, mathematics, or sports medicine.
 

This scholarship will be awarded annually to a talented incoming student whose main area of performance is the organ.  

No application is required for this scholarship.  Students will be selected based on the results of their admittance audition.

Open to graduate and undergraduate students who are enrolled in a BA, BS, Masters, or Certificate program in Planning.  Funding will support students studying planning, with a demonstrated interest in pursuing a career in, or preparing for graduate study in planning.  Students who receive funding are required to demonstrate financial need and have a GPA between 2.5 and 3.2.  Service to the University, department, and/or community will also be considered.

The criteria for selection are: (1) an undergraduate studying health sciences; (2) completion of 32 credit hours at West Chester University or a freshman who has graduated in the top 20 percent of his or her high school class (high school transcript required); (3) documented financial need; (4) demonstrated leadership qualities; (5) academic achievement will be considered; (6) athletic accomplishment may also be considered; (7) preference will be given to a student majoring in health sciences living in Luzerne, Lackawanna or Wyoming counties in PA.

Awarded by the WCUAA/WCUF Scholarship Committee.  

This scholarship is established in memory of Geraldine (Gerry) and Edward (Eddie) Shane, beloved parents of Dr. Regina (Jeanie) Subach. Selected by the Department of Nutrition, the Gerry & Eddie Shane Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to an undergraduate student in their second year or higher pursuing a degree under the Department of Nutrition. Preference is for a student with demonstrated financial need as determined by the Office of Financial Aid and with involvement in the Student Dietetic Association and/or Ram Chefs Coaching Program and/or Food Systems Management Club.
 

Awarded by the Dean of the College of Business & Public Management, the scholarship will support a 4th year CBPM student with a minimum 3.0 GPA and 75 credits earned by the time of the application.  Students apply in the spring for a fall award in their senior year.  To be considered students will write a poem related to the following topic:  Compassion yields a reward unseen, yet it is those who give that receive the most.  The poem should expand on what giving without the intention to receive means to you.

Multiple scholarships are awarded to a third or fourth-year non-traditional female student enrolled in each one of the following colleges at WCU: College of Arts and Humanities, College of Business and Public Management, College of Education and Social Work, College of Health Sciences, and College of Sciences and Mathematics.  Candidates must be working toward an undergraduate degree, have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and demonstrate financial need.  Recipients must attend a GFWC The New Century Club of West Chester meeting. 


 

 

West Chester University’s Global Engagement Office (GEO) is proud to offer students the opportunity to apply for the GEO Study Abroad Travel Awards each year. Awards ranging in the amount of $200-$750 (short-term programs) or $500-$1,250 (semester-long or full-year programs) will be given to selected students participating in approved study abroad programs. West Chester University’s Strategic Plan, Building on Excellence, has made the objective to increase the international educational opportunities for students a top priority. 
 

West Chester University’s Global Engagement Office (GEO) is proud to offer students the opportunity to apply for the GEO Study Abroad Travel Awards each year. Awards ranging in the amount of $200-$750 (short-term programs) or $500-$1,250 (semester-long or full-year programs) will be given to selected students participating in approved study abroad programs. West Chester University’s Strategic Plan, Building on Excellence, has made the objective to increase the international educational opportunities for students a top priority. 
 

West Chester University’s Global Engagement Office (GEO) is proud to offer students the opportunity to apply for the GEO Study Abroad Travel Awards each year. Awards ranging in the amount of $200-$750 (short-term programs) or $500-$1,250 (semester-long or full-year programs) will be given to selected students participating in approved study abroad programs. West Chester University’s Strategic Plan, Building on Excellence, has made the objective to increase the international educational opportunities for students a top priority. 
 

West Chester University’s Global Engagement Office (GEO), in collaboration with President Christopher Fiorentino, is proud to offer underrepresented minority students the opportunity to apply for the Global Rams Initiative Scholarship. Scholarships will be given to selected students participating in approved study abroad programs that have been granted the Global Rams Designation (see list of GRI Designated programs below). West Chester University’s Strategic Plan, Building on Excellence, has made the objective to increase the international educational opportunities for students a top priority. 

West Chester University’s Global Engagement Office (GEO), in collaboration with President Christopher Fiorentino, is proud to offer underrepresented minority students the opportunity to apply for the Global Rams Initiative Scholarship. Scholarships will be given to selected students participating in approved study abroad programs that have been granted the Global Rams Designation (see list of GRI Designated programs below). West Chester University’s Strategic Plan, Building on Excellence, has made the objective to increase the international educational opportunities for students a top priority. 
 

West Chester University’s Global Engagement Office (GEO), in collaboration with President Christopher Fiorentino, is proud to offer underrepresented minority students the opportunity to apply for the Global Rams Initiative Scholarship. Scholarships will be given to selected students participating in approved study abroad programs that have been granted the Global Rams Designation (see list of GRI Designated programs below). West Chester University’s Strategic Plan, Building on Excellence, has made the objective to increase the international educational opportunities for students a top priority. 
 

To provide funding to support the education, life, and development of students at WCU who are leaders or have shown leadership in the Latino/Latina community through involvement with the LASO student club, or its progeny.  


Awarded by the WCUAA/WCUF Scholarship Committee.  

This fund will support scholarships, preference to Harp majors (harp minors if no harp majors) and members of the symphonic orchestra as well as expenses related to harp repairs, maintenance or equipment or enhancement of the Harp Program. Awarded at the discretion of the Harp Director or Dean of Wells School of Music.

Through the establishment of this fund Student Services, Inc. is increasing student access to study abroad opportunities and experiences.  The scholarships are awarded by the Global Engagement Office. 

The recipient will be either a WCU Student Veteran or a WCU Military program enrollee.  The recipient must demonstrate leadership and commitment to public service and have at least a 3.0 GPA.

Available to a full-time student who has completed two semesters or is at the end of their second semester at West Chester University. The student should be taking at least 12 credits per semester.

Students must have a GPA putting them in good standing with their academic department or alternately at least a 2.50 GPA at the time of receipt of the scholarship.

The scholarship award is based upon student identified financial need (as defined below), academic potential, and potential or demonstrated ability for creativity, innovation, or leadership. 

This scholarship is available to students enrolled in undergraduate degrees in the College Arts and Humanities, The Wells Scholl of Music, the College of Science and Math, the College of Education and Social Work, the College of Health Sciences, or other humanities. This scholarship should not be discipline-specific.

The student should have been working at least 16 hours per week during the two semesters prior to receiving the scholarship as an indicator of financial need.  Alternatively, the student may be financing his or her education with student loans or their equivalent.

Application process:  To apply the student must complete the Gontarz section of the WCU General Scholarship Application.  The essay should list the reason the student has a need for financial aid. The essay should include the student’s current source of financial aid such as family sources, trusts, loans, other scholarships, wages, and tips from employment while attending WCU.  The essay should contain a short discussion of how a tuition scholarship will benefit the student, (i.e. Reduction in hours worked, loans, and time available for studies or other campus or community activities). The student should detail how they have been working at least 16 hours per week during the two semesters prior to receiving the scholarship. Other topics which might be included in the essay are goals after graduation or how this scholarship would change current goals. For example, are there added or extended goals that the applicant set for him/herself if they receive this scholarship or commitments the student will make if she/he receives the scholarship?

 Applicants are encouraged to identify a faculty member as a character reference.

Awarded by the WCUAA/WCUF Scholarship Committee.  

Preference will be given to a member of TKE fraternity who has demonstrated leadership within the fraternity, volunteerism, and/or community building.  In the event that the scholarship cannot be awarded to a TKE member, the next preference should be to a member of the Friars' Society.  If a Friar cannot be selected, the scholarship should be awarded to another WCU undergrad who has demonstrated the aforementioned characteristics in other campus pursuits.

Awarded by the WCUAA/WCUF Scholarship Committee. 

Cheryl D. Gunter, Ph.D. CCC-SLP, Professor of Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD), was the CSD Department Chairperson from 2013-2019 before she became the Associate Dean of the College of Health Sciences. This endowment reflects the desire of Dr. Gunter, a first-generation college student herself, to support other first-generation students whose career aspiration is to provide clinical services to individuals with communication disorders and clinical support to the families of these patients. As someone who was involved in extensive on-campus and off-campus activities, Dr. Gunter also wants to support students who appreciate the relationship between the curricular and the extracurricular aspects of an education and the learning that can come from both. The name of the endowment reflects the centennial of the establishment of the "Speech Clinic" for the campus in 1923, an occasion that the CSD Department celebrated in 2023.

Awarded by the Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders, the Gunter CSD Centennial Scholarship Endowment will support a first-generation in college rising sophomore or junior student pursuing a B.A. in Communication Sciences & Disorders. Qualified candidates must have attained a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 across all academic coursework and must provide evidence of meaningful engagement in both campus and community service. The scholarship committee may request additional information and clarity on campus and community engagement from applicants as needed.
 

The recipient of this scholarship should be a tenor trombone music major who excels in various types of ensemble playing.  The awardee should be a good team player who has been recommended by the trombone faculty in consultation with the ensemble directors. The student must be a second-year or above full-time student. First-year, transfer students or graduate students are not eligible for this scholarship.

Awarded to a first-year Trumpet or Choral Conducting student based on financial need, with first preference given to a student from Bridgton NJ High School.

No application is required for this scholarship.  Students will be selected based on the results of their admittance audition.

Awarded to a sophomore music student during the spring semester on the basis of talent and achievement in the areas of music theory, ear training, and sight singing.

Will support an Elementary Education student.  Preference given to Bensalem High School graduates. 

 

Will support a second, third or fourth-year undergraduate student preparing to teach History/Social Studies. Preference is given to a student who has demonstrated financial need and is from a multiple-sibling family.

Will support an incoming first-year student majoring in Education with demonstrated financial need
  
 

The scholarship will be awarded to one student majoring in nursing, minimum GPA of 3.0, demonstrating financial need, with preference given to a first-generation student. Applicants will submit a general application and a one-page essay. Essay prompt: Why did you choose nursing as your career path, include your personal goals as a nursing professional. 

Member of the junior or senior class, majoring in secondary education chemistry.
To be granted on the basis of financial need.

 

The scholarship recipient must be enrolled as a full-time student at WCU, be a Kinesiology major, and be committed to volunteer service in the community.

One year award to an incoming student who attended the High School Summer Music Institute.

Will support a third-year, Junior, Wells School of Music voice major from any music degree program. Awarded through competition to a person who has not passed his or her 25th birthday at the time of fall audition.    A 2.5 GPA is required.

Will support a student majoring in Pre-Law.

 Mr. Roy Reinard is a 1977 graduate of West Chester State College where he majored in political science/education.  He served in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives from 1983-2002 where he represented his Bucks County constituents.  He is also a former college educator, professional landscape artist, and owner of Reinard Insurance Agency.  The award has a minimum monetary value of $500.00, and is given to the top sophomore applicant with financial need.

Must be a second-year, second-semester student of need, majoring in Political Science with a minimum GPA of 2.5.

Awarded to a current ROTC cadet at West Chester University.  

 

Supports a full-time graduate student enrolled in the master's degree program in Holocaust and Genocide Studies.

Created to support BSED Math Education students with a preference for underrepresented minorities who may also have financial need as determined by the office of financial aid. 
 

This scholarship is open to the following nursing students:

• Undergraduate BSN, RN/BSN and Advance to BSN majors
• MSN candidates (must be in the final year of the program but not final semester)
• DNP Candidates

Recipients must: 

Submit a brief essay (500 words or less) explaining how the grant will assist in achieving your career or nursing educational goals.

Have a current FAFSA on file with the University for verification of financial need
Be in good academic standing at the time the scholarship is awarded.  Cumulative GPA will be weighted as part of the decision making process.

Must be a resident in one of the following 11 counties: Delaware - New Castle County; New Jersey­ Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, Mercer and Salem Counties; or Pennsylvania - Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery and Philadelphia Counties.

The Institute for Women at West Chester University of Pennsylvania offers an annual grant to a graduate student who is accepted into a master’s degree program at West Chester University. The award is based on high academic achievement, potential contribution to field of study, demonstrated leadership, and a commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion for women and/or historically marginalized groups.

Application deadline:  June 30, 2022

Awarded each spring to a current WCU Senior, regardless of undergraduate major, who has participated in the theatre arts while at WCU and will use the scholarship associated with the prize to attend graduate school or work in professional theatre.
 

Will support an incoming first-year student with outstanding academic and creative potential.  Applicants will present either an audition or a portfolio, which is reviewed by the Department of Theatre Arts faculty. Contact the Department of Theatre Arts, College of Visual and Performing Arts for more information.  
 

Will support an incoming first-year student majoring in Art.

The Jacqueline Frances Beach Faulcon Book Award in Music will be presented to an African American student who has studied, performed, or researched music by black composers and concert artists.

Will support students with evidence of high academic performance, demonstrated financial need and purpose of studying abroad.

 

Will support students in the WCU Marching Band.

Professor Jana Nestlerode began teaching at West Chester University in 1985, and served as the Criminal Justice Department Chair and as the Criminal Justice Practicum Coordinator from 1996 through 2013.  In recognition of Professor Nestlerode’s passion for teaching, her leadership within the department, and the many contributions she has made to the program and its students, this endowed scholarship was created.  Funded by contributions from private donors, the Jana Nestlerode Practicum Scholarship is meant to assist students who will be in enrolling in the capstone course, CRJ 490: Criminal Justice Practicum.
 
Applications for the Jana Nestlerode Scholarship require a brief essay describing the applicant’s experiences in the program, the applicant’s goals for the future, how the applicant hopes to use the degree to better the criminal justice system, the applicant’s demonstrated commitment to ethical integrity, and how the scholarship will assist with financial need.  The criteria for scholarship consideration include:

• grade point average of 3.25 or better
• having earned a C or better in (or current enrollment in) CRJ 300 and CRJ 387, the prerequisites for CRJ 490
• demonstrated commitment to ethical integrity
• having financed some or all of one’s own tuition through part-time or full-time employment
• financial need

The monetary award will be made upon confirming that the selected recipient has earned a grade of C or better in CRJ 300 and CRJ 387, and enrolled in CRJ 490 in the Summer session.  In the event that the prerequisites have not been fulfilled by the end of May in the year in which this award is made, the scholarship will not be awarded.
 

Will support an outstanding, fourth-year voice major from the Wells School of Music, who has been enrolled for eight (8) semesters in credit choral organizations, which must include four (4) semesters of membership in the Chamber Choir.  A GPA of 2.5+ is required.

Will support a full-time, third or fourth-year, non-traditional, female student who is enrolled in a degree program, completing an interrupted education and is 24 years or older.

Will support an Early and Middle Grades Education major or a Counselor Education major, with preference given to a student from Lancaster County.

This scholarship will be awarded to an incoming first-year student who intends to major in Kinesiology.  The student must have demonstrated financial need.  
 

 The Jesse V. Silvano Memorial Scholarship was established in honor of Jesse V. Silvano.
 ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Undergraduate Criminal Justice major
• Must be an upper class student (Junior or Senior)
• Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5

CRITERIA FOR SELECTION:

• Commitment to completing the undergraduate degree
• Activity within University community
• Goal orientation, and
• Demonstrated financial need

Applicant must submit a copy of current resume and a biographical essay detailing his/her achievements, goals and aspirations in support of his/her application for consideration.  (See criteria above.)
 

The recipient shall be a junior or senior student from PA who is committed to teaching health and physical education, shall demonstrate financial need, and shall have a minimum 2.5 GPA.  The scholarship will be renewable for a junior recipient who maintains a minimum 2.5 GPA in their senior year.

The scholarship will be awarded to a female who has completed the freshman year.  The student must be capable of maintaining a minimum 2.0 GPA and demonstrate financial need.  The recipient cannot be a participant in the intercollegiate sports program but be an enthusiastic and sportsman-like participant in the intramural sports program. 

Awarded to elementary education students with financial need.  Preference to students whose primary residence is located in Delaware or Chester counties.
 

The recipient is to be an Elementary Education Major with financial need at West Chester University.  Preference will be given to students from York/Lancaster County and/or who identify as a first-generation.

Student must be full-time in a degree program offered by the Chemistry Department, belong to a minority population, have a minimum GPA of 2.5, demonstrate financial need, and have a record of service to the Department or University (ex. tutoring or club) This scholarship is not open to Chemistry-Biology or PPD majors.
 

Students must be full-time in a degree program offered by the Chemistry Department, be in their third year of study or more, have a minimum GPA of 3.0, demonstrate financial need, and have a record of service to the Department or University (ex. tutoring or club) This scholarship is not open to Chemistry-Biology or PPD majors.
 

The criteria for selection are: (1) the student must have documented financial need; (2) must have completed at least 2 semesters at West Chester University; (3) must be an education major; (4) must have a GPA of at least 3.0.

Awarded by the WCUAA/WCUF Scholarship Committee.  
 

The recipient must be a Junior or Senior in one of the following majors within the Chemistry Department - BS Chemistry, BS Biochemistry, BS Chemistry-Biology, or BS Forensic & Toxicological Chemistry.  The student must have a GPA of 3.25 or above.



 

Awarded by the chair of the Mathematics Department in the College of Sciences and Mathematics
-to a rising sophomore or above
-minimum GPA 3.0
-preference given to a student who has expressed an interest in pursuing a career as an Actuary.


 

After serving in the US Foreign Service, Dr. Shea taught in the Department of Political Science from 1967-2001.  He led the department as chair on a number of occasions completing his last term until 2000, the year of his retirement.  He has subsequently been awarded the distinction of Professor Emeritus.  The scholarship is given to the top applicant in the International Relations track.

The scholarship shall be awarded each year to a rising senior majoring in political science.  The student must be someone who has completed at least half of their academic career at West Chester University including at least 15 credit hours of work within political science at West Chester.  Preference shall go to students with a concentration in International Relations as well as students who began their academic work at West Chester.
 

Will Support a graduating student who has prepared a portfolio of short stories which exhibit imagination, artistic merit, high literary quality, growth in content and commitment within the portfolio.

The recipient must be an upper class (junior or senior), secondary education major who maintains a 3.0 GPA or its equivalency.  Preference will be given to a graduate of Morrisville High School, Morrisville, PA.  The scholarship will be renewable for the qualified person. 


 

Awarded to a student or students with a strong vocal background who are planning to teach at the elementary school level.  Student must demonstrate outstanding rapport with children and an ability to develop excellent classroom singing.

Will support an undergraduate student in the College of Education with demonstrated financial need and/or who is most deserving. The current FAFSA must be on file with the Financial Aid Office.

 

Will support a talented incoming first-year student from the Wells School of Music majoring in French Horn.  Must remain a music major.

The John W. Ward Complementary Majors Scholarship will be awarded annually to a qualified WCU student who is pursuing a dual or double major.  The recipient will have a major in (1) one of the following disciplines: history, literature(s) offered by the English department, music, psychology, philosophy, or political science, and a complementary major in (2) one of the following fields: mathematics, computer science or one of the natural sciences including these current and potential future majors of astronomy, biology, biomedical engineering, botany, chemistry, physics, pre-med or zoology. 

Candidates will present (a) a dual or double major in the aforementioned fields, (b) a minimum 3.2 GPA on a 4.0 scale, and (c) recommendations from members of the appropriate department(s).  Each candidate will be required to provide a quality essay of 700-1500 words explaining the rationale for the choice of major and minor.

In the absence of a qualified candidate with a dual or double major, the scholarship may be awarded to a student who has a combination of a major in fields mentioned in (1) or (2) and a minor in a complimentary discipline presented in (1) or (2), as stated in the first paragraph of these scholarship criteria.  Candidates with a major and a minor need to have (a) a minimum 3.2 GPA on a 4.0 scale and (b) recommendations from the appropriate department(s). Each candidate will be required to provide a quality essay of 700-1500 words explaining the rationale for the choice of major and minor. General essays will not be considered. 
The committee reserves the right to designate two winners of the scholarship competition in which case the stipend will be shared equally between the two winning candidates.


 

Awarded to a West Chester University student in good standing with a minimum GPA of 3.0.   Who is a business major with at least 15 credits completed and a non Pennsylvania resident.

This scholarship is for students who meet one of the following criteria:

a. Identity as BIPOC, Latinx, LGBTQIA+
b. Enrolled in the Academic Success Program (ASP)
c. A Veteran at WCU. 
d. Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA).

AND match all of the following criteria:

1. Students must have taken, or are currently taking SPK 208, SPK 230, or COM 209 at WCU. Transfer students can qualify with proof of completing an equivalent course at your prior institution.
2. A minimum of 2.7 GPA
3. Non-DACA students must also demonstrate financial need by completing their FAFSA.

**Scholarships of $5,000 are to be awarded by the Chair, Communications and Media in coordination with the Dean of Arts and Humanities**

Scholarship is awarded annually to a music major who finishes among the top 50% in the Parry (Junior Year) voice competition.

Will support a student with demonstrated financial need.  Strong community involvement and volunteer service is required.

Awarded each year to a student completing their junior year with the highest cumulative average of any junior whose major is art with a concentration in painting and drawing.

The recipient is a nursing student with a 3.0 or better GPA who is a student-athlete who characterizes the dedication and hard work ethic Kathy had to nursing and life. First preference should be given to a student from Cardinal O’Hara High School, Ridley High School, or Interboro High School.  

Awarded annually to support an existing undergraduate or graduate student with an interest and potential in choral conducting, with a minimum 3.0 GPA and demonstrated financial need.

Will support an incoming full-time female freshman who is a resident of Delaware and has deep academic desire and financial need. Renewable for up to four years. 


 

Awarded to a sophomore, junior, or senior Kinesiolgy student who completed at least one full year of coursework at WCU.  Minimum 3.0 GPA.  


 

Awarded annually to a recently declared WCU Accounting major from a racial or ethnic background that the University has identified as an underrepresented minority group.


Awarded by the Chair of the Accounting Department.

Will support incoming, first-year Hispanic students.

Scholarship will support a MSW student(s) entering their Specialized Field Practicum within the field of mental health who demonstrates financial need. 

Eligible students must submit a 2-3 page, double-spaced essay explaining their financial need and their interest in the mental health field.

 

Awarded to an outstanding male junior, third year music student.

Will support a rising senior student majoring in Early and Middle Grades Education with a minimum of 3.0 who shows the greatest promise of classroom teaching.

Will support a graduate or undergraduate Education major with a minimum GPA of 3.0 who has initiated and completed research and participated in professional conferences and meetings by presenting the student research projects.  Application also requires a letter of recommendation from a professor.

Lenfest Immensitas Scholarship program is for incoming first year Philadelphia residents who have spent time in foster care and qualify for the Chafee grant. 

Will support a junior, third-year, female music major with a GPA of 3.25+ and must have completed all theory and history of music 200 level required music courses.  Member of SAI.

The scholarship recipient will be a Phi Kappa Sigma brother or a relative of an alumni Phi Kappa Sigma brother from any chapter who has at least a 2.6 cumulative GPA and is involved with the campus community.  If the recipient is a brother, he must be in good standing with the fraternity and the campus community.

 
Please Use the WCU General Scholarship Application to apply for this scholarship. 

Awarded to an outstanding instrumental music student.

Award is given to a student who is involved in the LGBTQA or an LGBTQA Ally.  The student must be in good academic standing and demonstrate financial need.

(1) Dance minor; (2) Education major; (3) Financial need; (4) In-state resident; (5) 3.0 GPA.

Awarded to a first-generation student pursuing a Bachelor's in Nursing (BSN) or School Nurse Certification.  BSN candidates must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and be a rising sophomore or above.  The scholarship is renewable as long as the student maintains a 3.0 GPA.
 

The Lloyd Wilkinson Scholarship will be awarded to an undergraduate student who has received formal admission into the Teacher Education program (FATE) within the Department of Secondary Education and K-12 Health and Physical Education. There will be special consideration for veterans and/or those with an adapted Physical Education minor. Scholarships will be awarded in the amount of $1,000.  Applicants are required to include a one-paragraph description (100 words) explaining why they meet the requirements of this scholarship.  The recipient will be selected by the Secondary Education and K-12 Health and Physical Education Department and will be asked to write a thank you letter to the donor.

 

Will support a third semester Concert Choir student enrolled in the Wells School of Music with a GPA of 3.0+. This scholarship is awarded in the fall semester.

The scholarship will be awarded to a student in the CESW who majors in elementary education who has demonstrated financial need with a GPA of 2.5 or above and who is either a sophomore, junior, or senior.  If no elementary education applicant meets the criteria it can be awarded to a secondary education major.  This scholarship is not for special education majors. 

Preference given to candidates with demonstrated financial need, academic achievement, and good citizenship.

Will support scholarships for students in the Women's Studies program.

The recipient must be an upper class (junior or senior), secondary education major who maintains a 3.0 GPA or its equivalency.  Preference will be given to a graduate of Bristol High School, Bristol, PA.  The scholarship will be renewable for the qualified person. 

This scholarship will be awarded to an undergraduate student with financial of junior standing, majoring in Early and Middle Grades Education, has a minimum GPA of 3.0 and who demonstrates leadership and passion to teach.


 

Open to full-time students enrolled in the Wells School of Music and majoring in Vocal and/or Keyboard.  Talent based as determined by the keyboard or vocal faculty, and students must demonstrate financial need, and be in good academic standing.  Scholarship is renewable with reapplication.

The recipient will be an upperclass (junior or senior) education major. Preference will be given to a person with a commitment to teaching, based upon financial need.


 

Will support a Secondary or Elementary Mathematics Education major with demonstrated financial need and strong academic performance.

Will support an incoming, first-year student with high academic achievement.  Recipients will be selected based on information submitted during the existing admissions review process.

This scholarship is to be awarded annually to an undergraduate nursing major.  The student should be a least a junior, having successfully completed at least 60 credits, have a minimum GPA of 3.2, and an interest in pursuing obstetrics and maternal nursing.  Interested students should complete the online application and will be required to include a short essay (2 typed, double-spaced pages) about themselves and what inspired them to pursue obstetrics and maternal nursing.  Award decisions are to be made by the Department of Nursing.


 

Presented to a member of the senior class enrolled in the field of special education who best exemplifies qualities associated with the late Mary Louise Turner Hopkins.  A concern for others, open-mindedness, approachability, innate goodness that becomes visible and exalts the human condition, a preference for discussion over argument, and an undogmatic manner.
 

Will support the winner of the WCU/Matinee Musical Club Vocal Competition.

This scholarship is awarded by the Department of Educational Leadership and Higher Education Administration in the College of Education and Social Work. Recipient(s) will be asked to write a thank-you note to the donor.

The candidate must be working for a school district in the State of Pennsylvania that does not reimburse employees for continuing education. The candidate must be enrolled in the WCU Transformative Principalship Certification program housed within the Department of Educational leadership and Higher Education Administration.
 

Open to a Junior or Senior in the Pre-Med program.  Funds can be used for tuition assistance or assistance with medical school application fees.

Will support an incoming student with demonstrated financial need.
 

Will support a student pursuing a degree in Special Education.  The application requires an essay explaining how the student plans on using their degree to serve non-verbal special needs students.

Will support a third or fourth-year, non-traditional student with demonstrated financial need.  A current FAFSA must be on file.

 

Established by Dr. Pricilla Alden Mewha in memory of Dr. Alan P. Mewha and his instructors Miss Harriet Elliot and Miss Leone Broadhead, this scholarship is awarded to an outstanding upper class geography major. Applicants must have completed 60+ credits, and have attended West Chester University for at least two, full-time, academic year semesters.


 

Will support an outstanding third year (junior) student from the Wells School of Music with a concentration in Piano.

Open to undergraduate (sophomore, junior, or senior) nursing and chemistry and biology majors who are either a Girl Scout Gold, Eagle Scout, Venturing Silver or Summit award holder or Sea Scout Quartermaster. GPA for core classes will be considered.  The recipient may not have a DUI arrest or conviction.
 
 

Will support a non-traditional student with a dual major in Special Education who intends to become a certified teacher of those with mental and physical disabilities.  The application requires a written statement of career goals. 
 
 

The recipient must be a WCU ROTC cadet who has performed well in the program and demonstrates financial need. 
 

Supports an incoming Music Education major whose primary instrument is in the string family (non-fretted).  Must demonstrate financial need.

The recipient must be a music education major in their sophomore or junior year, 3.0+ GPA and demonstrate financial need.  Active member of a music leadership organization or chapter at WCU, including but not limited to:  Sigma Alpha Iota, Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia, Tau Beta Sigma, Kappa Kappa Psi, PCMEA/NafME or PMTA.  Music Education and Music Therapy Faculty can determine recipient of scholarship. 

Will support an incoming, first year, Wells School of Music student majoring in PIano.

The scholarship will be awarded to a female student enrolled in a degree program in the sciences or business with demonstrated financial need. May be renewable up to 4 years if GPA of 2.5+ is maintained.

The recipient of this fund is to have a 3.0 GPA, a proven financial need, and must be enrolled in the four-year BSN program and must have completed two semesters. Selection will be made by the Nursing Department Scholarship Committee.

Awarded by the Office of Sustainability, the Mustalish Scholarship for Environmental Sustainability is awarded to an undergraduate or graduate student in good academic standing with a passion for environmental sustainability. Applicants should have coursework in the field (i.e. climate change, species loss, public green space, waterway and ecosystem research, etc.} and/or a demonstrated interest in environmental sustainability through their studies, volunteerism, art, music, and/or teaching at West Chester University.

With a changing climate now upon us, this scholarship will be awarded at the discretion of the Office of Sustainability to a student doing meaningful work in the ever-changing field of environmental sustainability.

 

Awards are available to full lime students at West Chester University who are enrolled in an undergraduate health department major, who have attained at least sophomore standing, and who have earned a 
cumulative average of 3.0 or higher. 

 

Awarded to students with a significant funding gap and who have difficulty securing funds through federal, state, or other financial resources.  Applicants must have a GPA of 3.2 or higher and exhibit a strong work ethic and leadership potential. 
 

Keyboard major entering sophomore or junior year. Selected by the keyboard faculty based on excellence in playing. Must have a GPA of at least 3.2. 

The endowment is named after Marc Snyder's mother who was a single parent and took some night school classes at WCU. The family grew up on Price Street and WCU was always present in the family from the library, courts, fields, and camps.

Awarded at the discretion of the Division of Student Affairs, the Nancy D. Snyder Promising Future Endowment provides financial assistance to underserved undergraduate students experiencing challenges and obstacles as a result of housing insecurity and other Income-related hurdles. The fund can also assist students who need financial support as they prepare for graduation to become career-ready and independent. Funding examples include dormitory stipends, down payments for vehicles, down payments for apartments /transitional living, etc. Award preference is given to students enrolled in the Promise Program.

The endowment is named after Marc Snyder's mother who was a single parent and took some night school classes at WCU. The family grew up on Price Street and WCU was always present in the family from the library, courts, fields, and camps.

Awarded at the discretion of the Division of Student Affairs, the Nancy D. Snyder Promising Future Endowment provides financial assistance to underserved undergraduate students experiencing challenges and obstacles as a result of housing insecurity and other Income-related hurdles. The fund can also assist students who need financial support as they prepare for graduation to become career-ready and independent. Funding examples include dormitory stipends, down payments for vehicles, down payments for apartments /transitional living, etc. Award preference is given to students enrolled in the Promise Program.

 

Will support an incoming first-year student diagnosed with multiple sclerosis or another physical disability, with preference given to applicants with majors in the College of Arts & Humanities, College of Sciences & Mathematics or College of Education & Social Work.

 

The National Board of Respiratory Care has created a one-time scholarship for recipient(s) who are studying respiratory care/respiratory therapy, have at least a 2.0 GPA, and are enrolled part-time or full-time.  Financial aid is not a requirement.

The recipient will be in their junior year, kinesiology major and have a minimum 3.0 GPA; if a transfer student, credits from course work at another institution apply; however 30 credits must be from WCU.  Also considered will be the recipients leadership qualities, dedication to athletics, physical fitness and wellness, communication skills, integrity and character.

Awarded to a Geography and Planning student about to enter their senior year.  Students must have a minimum 2.5 GPA with preference to a student with financial need.

Will support an undergraduate student in Education with a minimum 3.0 GPA who is currently working to pay for some of his/her education and whose ultimate goal is to pursue teaching.

Recipient will be a Kinesiology major with demonstrated financial need. 

 

Awarded to a rising sophomore or junior enrolled in CBPM.  Preference will be given to a female and/or a first-generation student.

Awarded by the College of Business and Public Management

Awarded to an underclass student with a minimum 3.5 GPA who self-identifies as female.  Preference will be given to student-athletes, minority students, and/or students with financial hardships.

This award, the P. Travis Schaible Field Geology Award was created to provide students with the opportunity to explore geologic principles or concepts outside of the classroom. It may include but not be limited to geological field camps, geologic field courses, department field trips, specialized research trips, or conference participation.

May be awarded to an individual dedicated to learning field geology as specified below.
Preference will be given to a motivated earth science student wishing to participate in a field geology course. In order to apply, students must provide a resume and brief essay describing what makes them a strong candidate for this award. Top candidates may be invited to participate in an interview process, which will help the committee understand the student’s passion for the field of Geology. If the committee does not identify an individual candidate that has met the requirements, then it may elect to award this to the Geology department to subsidize routine field trips.

Applicants must be pursuing an Earth Science/Geology degree, cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above; completed 60 credits. Special consideration will be given to those who have the following: experience in the field, acceptance into a geologic field camp, wish to present geologic field research at a regional or national conference.

The scholarship committee should consist of the Chair of the Geology Department and others who may have a vested interest in seeing the Geology students succeed. These constituencies share an equal vote.  

 

The fund for unpaid internships provides financial support to West Chester University undergraduates who obtain fall, spring, or summer internships with organizations that are not able to provide a salary.  By eliminating financial barriers, this program provides an opportunity for students to explore their career interests and experience the world of work. 
 

The Paid Internship Fund provides financial support to West Chester University undergraduates who obtain fall, spring or summer internships with organizations that are not able to provide a salary.  By eliminating financial barriers, this program provides an opportunity for students to explore their career interests and experience the world of work. 

 

The fund for unpaid internships provides financial support to West Chester University undergraduates who obtain fall, spring or summer internships with organizations that are not able to provide a salary.  By eliminating financial barriers, this program provides an opportunity for students to explore their career interests and experience the world of work. 

 

Will support a female student majoring in elementary education, secondary special education or early childhood education.  

Awarded to a student who demonstrates a strong financial need, who is majoring in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Business Management, or Marketing.  Students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA.  Preference is given to a student who identifies as female and graduated from a Chester County high school.

This Scholarship is established by the McGinness family in memory of Patrick J. McGinness through the estate of Dorothy McGinness.  Awarded by the Office of Financial Aid, the Patrick J. McGinness Endowed Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to undergraduate student(s) pursuing Health and Physical Education B.S. or Exercise Science B.S. who is in good academic standing. Eligible students must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States; have a significant funding gap; and difficulty securing funds through federal, state or other financial resources. Applicants must have a GPA of 3.2 or higher and exhibit strong work ethic, leadership potential and community involvement. The scholarship is renewable, and whenever possible should be awarded for four years. Multiple scholarships should be awarded when endowment growth feasibly allows.
 

Recipient should be a Wells School of Music keyboard major that demonstrates strong academic ability and financial need.

Will support an incoming, first-year student from the Wells School of Music majoring in band instruments.

Annual award given to a male music major whose musicianship, scholarship and character are outstanding.  

Scholarship will be awarded to an MSW student enrolled at the WCU Philadelphia campus who is in good academic standing.  Incoming first-year students are not eligible. 

 

Student applicants must be passionate about technology and learning, enjoy self-teaching, be open-minded regarding new technologies, and can cite several personal projects completed or in progress that are related to Computer Science.  In addition the student should:

• Be a rising sophomore or junior (30 – 60 credits completed by the spring of the award year)
• Be in good standing at the University (no judicial record)
• Have a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above

Special consideration will be given to students who are able to articulate their ability to succeed academically while overcoming obstacles such as minority status (race, gender, sexual orientation, family circumstances, disability, non-traditional student, etc.)

To apply for the position, the student must complete a short application and participate in an interview. The application will assist the members of the Scholarship Committee in determining credits, GPA, and judicial status. The interview will help the Committee determine the extent to which the student has persisted in spite of obstacles and to understand the student’s passion for the field of Computer Science. The Committee will make its recommendations to the Chair of the Computer Science Department who will then determine the scholarship recipient.
 

The prestigious Presidential Scholarship is a renewable, merit based award recognizing a limited number of incoming first year students who have shown outstanding academic achievement throughout high school.  An additional scholarship application is not required. Recipients will be selected based on information submitted during the existing admissions review process.

Awarded annually to a second-year accounting student, who is a member of a traditionally underrepresented minority group in accounting services, and/or a veteran student, and/or an individual with a disability.  The student is required to have a minimum 3.1 GPA but the donor prefers the student have a 3.3 GPA.

A Communication Sciences & Disorders major with financial need chosen at the discretion of the department.

Applications for AY23-24 will open on August 28, 2023 at 12:01 a.m. and close on September 22nd.

  Recipients will be asked to write a thank you note to the donor.

The scholarship will be awarded to a third-year elementary education student who is in good academic and judicial standing with the University.  The recipient must have a minimum GPA of 3.0.


 

Will support a first year incoming student with high academic performance and financial need.

Will support a full-time, undergraduate, female student majoring in Education with a minimum 3.0 GPA and demonstrated financial need who is a resident of New Jersey. The current FAFSA must be on file with the Financial Aid Office.

Annual vocal scholarship competition held in the spring for the current year's freshman class.

Will support an outstanding fourth-year student majoring in Biology with evidence of extra-curricular activities. No more than yearly interested/spin can be awarded. 

The Repair the World Scholarship is awarded to two WCU Computer Science majors in each academic year who are juniors or seniors and have high GPAs. Those who compete for this scholarship must write a statement indicating how they intend to apply the knowledge they have gained in Computer Science to repairing the world, that is, making the world a better place.

The recipient will be a current West Chester University student that is either a sophomore, junior, senior Physics, Chemistry, or Biology major in good academic standing.  The first preference should be given to an ROTC participant.

 

Awarded to an outstanding 2nd year or higher student (or students) in the WCU Wind and/or Jazz Ensemble (first preference Wind Ensemble) who has demonstrated outstanding skill, passion and dedication to the ensemble.  GPA 3.0+.

The Rieger Family Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to a student who embodies the spirit of the Rieger family by demonstrating a commitment to or potential for similarly making a difference in the community through work in domestic violence prevention or other community-based services.  Additional requirements are outlined in the General Scholarship application.
 

This scholarship is awarded annually to a student who has completed 12 credits of core nursing coursework with a GPA of 3.5 or above.

Supporting Credentials:

1. Submit a brief essay (500 words or less) about yourself, what has inspired you to continue your education, and what you foresee as the impact of the BSN on your career. 
2. To determine your financial need, a FAFSA must be filed with the University for verification purposes.
3. Students must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 to be eligible

Will support a junior or senior undergraduate student from the Wells School of Music who is a Double Bass major.

Will support an incoming first year student with satisfactory academic standards and financial need. Renewable for a total of 4 years with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 and continued financial need.
 

Will support a student with demonstrated financial need

 

Is a one-time award to support a junior or senior undergraduate percussion student with a minimum GPA of 3.0.

The scholarship recipient must be a junior or senior Business Management major.  The recipient must have a minimum 3.0 GPA who exhibits financial need.

Awarded by the WCUAA/WCUF Scholarship Committee.  

History Department awards up to six at $500 scholarships based on academic merit to returning sophomore, junior, or senior history majors
Should have 30 credits and at least 2 history classes completed. 

Will support an incoming, first-year student from the Wells School of Music majoring in Keyboard.

The Robert M. Bedford Piano Scholarship is awarded annually up to two entering undergraduate or graduate students in their first year of enrollment at West Chester University.  Students majoring in piano performance or piano are eligible to apply.  This scholarship is renewable by re-application for the duration of a student’s enrollment at WCU provided that the student remains in good standing as a piano performance or piano major.

Recipients will be selected by or in cooperation with the Department Scholarship Committee, and the award/s will be applied toward tuition costs. Scholarship awards will be given each year from earnings of the fund and applied to tuition costs. The award will be given to a sophomore, junior or senior undergraduate physics major whose GPA is at least a 3.0 in the previous year. The scholarship will be renewable if the 3.0 GPA is maintained. The scholarship will be housed within the Physics Department of the College of Arts and Sciences

 

This scholarship seeks to support mothers as they pursue their education to positively impact the community. This scholarship is awarded by the WCU Office of Financial Aid to, preferably, a female undergraduate student(s) who has dependents and demonstrates financial need. 

This is an annual scholarship to be awarded to an underrepresented minority undergraduate or graduate elementary education student with a demonstrated financial need. Preference may be given to students with coursework in children's literature.


 

In collaboration with the Sturzebecker Foundation, West Chester University offers the Russell L. Sturzebecker Scholarships to students attending West Chester University and majoring in College of Health Sciences degree programs.

1. The Russell L. Sturzebecker Scholarship program is intended for high achieving undergraduate and graduate students seeking a degree in one of the academic programs within the College of Health Sciences of West Chester University.
2. Prior to the semester of application undergraduate students must have completed at least 45 credit hours at WCU. Prior to the semester of application graduate students must have completed a minimum of 12 credit hours at WCU, and must have been accepted as degree candidates. MPA students in sports/athletic administration and health services administration are eligible to apply.
3. Students who are seeking a second degree will be eligible as graduate students. Only those students without a previous degree will be considered as undergraduate students. Those students in non-degree programs are not eligible for this scholarship.
4. Students majoring in any College of Health Science degree program with an overall minimum 3.25 GPA and who have met the minimum credit hour requirement in #2 above are eligible to apply.
5. Eligible students may reapply for a new scholarship each year while registered in a College of Health Sciences degree program
 

Will support an incoming, first-year student from Berks County with demonstrated financial need.

Will support a Wells School of Music major with talent and achievement on an orchestral instrument.  An additional award is also given to a freshman for the spring competition.

To be awarded to a student in the College of Health Sciences with the first preference given to a nursing student and, if no nursing fits the guidelines then to a deserving student in the College of Health Sciences. Recipients must show financial need and must have merit. A recipient must demonstrate and then maintain a 3.2 GPA to maintain the scholarship. Students must be of good moral character and may not have any judicial actions pending or new during their time as a recipient of the scholarship. Any judicial or legal actions shall result in the forfeiture of the scholarship.
 
Supporting Credentials
 

1. Submit a brief essay stating why you believe you should be awarded this scholarship in 500 words or less.
2. To determine your financial need, a FAFSA must be filed with the University for verification purposes.
3. Your GPA will be weighted as part of the decision making process

 

Will support an Education major with demonstrated financial need with a proven ability for classroom teaching. The current FAFSA must be on file with the Financial Aid Office.  The application also requires a letter of recommendation from your field experience teacher. 

Will support an incoming first year student who was a member of the Philadelphia All-city Program.

Will support an incoming, first-year music student at West Chester University who is a graduate of Overbrook High School.  Must demonstrate leadership, academic performance and career golas. If not, then any student from a Philadelphia high school will be considered.  

Sandra earned a B.S. in Elementary Education in 1964 and her M.Ed. in 1968 (Geography) from West Chester University. Sandra received her Ph.D. from the University of Oregon in Geography in 1982. Sandra joined WCU as a faculty member in 1967 as the second-grade teacher in the Laboratory School and taught there until the school closed in l 97 6. In l 98 l, she moved to the Department of Geology and Astronomy. Sandra retired as a full professor in May 1999 and received the professor emeriti designation in December 2000. 

This fund is intended to enhance research initiatives and opportunities for the faculty and students in the Department of Earth and Space Sciences. This fund may be used for but not limited to:

• Establish an occasional or regular seminar series;
• Invite eminent scholars to campus for a period of time to collaborate with faculty on research projects or enhance the training of students;
• Fund scholarship{s) for an enrolled student within the department or is pursuing a BS Ed in Earth & Space Sciences;
• Purchase equipment and fund other expenses needed for research projects as well as provide a stipend for a student who helps with a research project and or provide funding for a faculty member to meet off campus to collaborate on a research project;
• Fund national/international travel including but not limited to expenses related to travel for students and faculty with the approval of the faculty;
• Fund student outreach programs

 

Awarded to a  qualified transfer student entering their junior year pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Art in Graphic and Interactive Design.  Candidates must have a minimum GPA of 3.5 and an outstanding portfolio, with greater consideration of the portfolio quality.  Preference will be for a transfer student from Delaware County Community College or an equivalent institution. 

The Schmidt Family supports mathematics students at West Chester University.  Local to the region, and proud alumni, the Schmidt Family is committed to supporting Golden Rams of today and tomorrow.

Awarded by the Department of Mathematics, the Schmidt Family Scholarship is awarded to an undergraduate student majoring in Mathematics, with financial need, a minimum GPA of 2.8, ad strong moral character. The scholarship can be renewable as determined by the student need and the department but is not automatically renewed. Applicants are required to complete an essay detailing how the scholarship will impact them and share involvement with volunteer opportunities in school and/or community.

Will support an outstanding student enrolled in the Wells School of Music.

The scholarship recipient must:

1. Participate as a volunteer in WCU's Adapted Physical Education program
2. exhibit a long-term commitment to working with people with disabilities
3. be enrolled as a full-time student at WCU, and
4. be an advocate for programs serving people with disabilities

Will support a female graduate student who is pursuing an MBA.  The candidate must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and will have completed 12-15 graduate credits and have financial need.

Awarded annually to a music education major concentrating in piano in their junior year. This student must be a collegiate member of the Music Teachers National Association and hold a minimum GPA of 3.0. Additionally, scholarship applicants must write a narrative essay that supports their candidacy for this scholarship, student involvement on campus, and professional aspirations for their future.

Will support a graduate student majoring in Secondary Education, involved in scholarly research, with a minimum GPA of 3.25.

Recipient Requirements:

● Be a current applicant or a current candidate in the M.Ed. in Literacy Program

● Exhibit excellent potential and performance

● Demonstrate commitment to inclusive and socially just teaching

● Minimum overall GPA of 3.0

● Be a student of color/ underrepresented minority

The scholarship for current applicants is pending acceptance to the WCU M.Ed. in Literacy Program and is to be awarded at the discretion of the scholarship committee.The recipient will receive a total of $2400 to be applied towards tuition. The scholarship will be distributed across three semesters of the recipient’s choosing ($800 per semester) pending the student maintains an average 3.0 GPA.

Will support second-year, sophomore, Music Education students in the areas of instrumental, vocal and keyboard whose University GPA is 2.0+ and 2.5 music GPA.  

Will be awarded to an outstanding undergraduate or graduate French major

Awarded by the Chair of the Accounting Department to students who meet the following criteria:
Students must be full-time declared Accounting Majors who have completed a minimum of 60 credits; with a minimum GPA of 3.25; preference is given to a student with demonstrated financial need.
Recipient(s) will be asked to write a thank-you note to the donor.

Will support a music student studying percussion at the Wells School of Music.

To be awarded to  students who served in a theater of war who has a minimum 3.0 GPA at WCU.  

Candidates must be full-time WCU Student Veteran and active participating member of the Student Veteran Group.  All WCU SVG members are eligible for multiple scholarships. Must have been honorably discharged or currently serving under Active Duty, Reserves, or National Guard status. Dependents and spouses of military service members are not eligible. Three different scholarships are available: 
 
Veterans Academic Excellence Scholarship                                      
This award recognizes a student veteran's academic contribution to one's discipline on campus and off.  It recognizes exemplary performance in performing research, serving as an intern, and/or outstanding classroom performance. Candidates must be full-time enrolled Student Veteran, have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5, and demonstrate active participation in SVG and other WCU campus organizations.

Veterans Distinguished Service Scholarship                          
This award recognizes active leadership in engaging with campus and community organizations and acknowledges initiative and effort in rendering successful ongoing commitment to service.Candidates must be a full-time enrolled Student Veteran, be active in academic, community and philanthropic services and demonstrate active participation in SVG and other WCU campus organizations.

Veterans Service Scholarship                                                                                                              
Must be a full-time enrolled Student Veteran with demonstrated financial need.

This scholarship supports a deserving undergraduate in the College of Education with outstanding scholarship and potential to be a teacher.

 

Will provide financial support to an undergraduate, post-baccalaureate, or graduate Education student pursuing a career in teaching in an urban setting or in the field of environmental education with a minimum GPA of 3.0.

Will provide scholarship support to an incoming graduate of a high school located in Chester County, PA, with demonstrated community leadership and service.  First preference is given to student-athletes.
 

The scholarship is awarded by the Department of Nursing to support students with financial need who have a minimum GPA of 3.2. The primary preferred recipient is a student entering the second semester of their junior year or first semester of their senior year engaging in clinical rotations.  The scholarship can be renewable based on the discretion of the department and the student's need.