Skip to main content
Penn State Greater Allegheny
Report a Concern Give Apply Visit
  • Academics
    • Degree Programs at Greater Allegheny
    • Academic Calendars
    • Academic Advising
    • Center for Academic and Career Excellence (ACE)
    • Commencement
    • The Honors Program
    • J. Clarence Kelly Library
    • John H. Gruskin Learning Center
    • New Student Orientation (NSO)
    • Undergraduate Research Opportunities
  • Admissions and Financial Aid
    • Visit Us
    • After Admission
    • Adult Learners
    • First-Year Students
    • High School Dual Enrollment
    • International Students
    • Student Veterans
    • Transfer Students
    • Tuition and Student Aid
    • Contact Admissions and Student Aid
  • Campus Initiatives
    • The Digital Fluency Project
    • Food Security Initiatives
    • Growing Older
    • Internships: From Campus to Career
    • Sustainability Efforts
    • Travel and Experiential Learning
  • Information For
    • Alumni and Friends
    • Prospective Students
    • Transfer Students
    • Visitors
    • Current Students
    • Faculty & Staff
    • Outreach and Continuing Education
    • Mon Valley LaunchBox
Full site navigation menu

This dialog contains the full navigation menu for this site.

Penn State Greater Allegheny
Enter the terms you wish to search for.
Search type:
Report a Concern Give Apply Visit
  • Academics
    • Degree Programs at Greater Allegheny
    • Academic Calendars
    • Academic Advising
    • Center for Academic and Career Excellence (ACE)
    • Commencement
    • The Honors Program
    • J. Clarence Kelly Library
    • John H. Gruskin Learning Center
    • New Student Orientation (NSO)
    • Undergraduate Research Opportunities
  • Admissions
    • Visit Us
    • After Admissions
    • Adult Learners
    • First-Year Students
    • Transfer Students
    • International Students
    • High School Dual Enrollment
    • Student Veterans
    • Contact Admissions
  • Tuition and Financial Aid
    • Affordability
    • Contact Student Aid
  • Student Life
    • Student Clubs and Organizations
    • Counseling and Psychological Services
    • Health Services
    • Residence Life
    • University Police and Public Safety
    • Contact Student Affairs
  • Athletics
  • About Us
    • Campus History
    • Campus Initiatives
    • Campus Leadership

Find Information For:

  • Alumni and Friends
  • Prospective Students
  • Transfer Students
  • Visitors
  • Current Students
  • Faculty & Staff
  • Outreach and Continuing Education
  • Mon Valley LaunchBox

Helpful Links

  • Events Calendar
  • Closing/Weather Protocol
  • Contact Us
  • IT Help Desk
  • Make a Gift to Greater Allegheny
  • Map
  • PSUAlert
  • University Police and Public Safety

Connect With Us

  • instagram
  • facebook
  • linkedin
  • youtube
  • tiktok
  • flickr
  1. Home
  2. Tuition and Financial Aid
  3. Scholarships and Awards

Penn State Greater Allegheny Scholarships

Penn State Greater Allegheny offers exclusive scholarship opportunities to support both new and continuing students. These automatic scholarships do not require a separate application. Eligible students are automatically considered based on academic performance and financial need.

Thanks to the generosity of alumni and donors, our campus maintains scholarship endowments valued at approximately $3 million, helping students achieve their educational goals.

Scholarships for New Students

Incoming students are automatically reviewed for Penn State Greater Allegheny scholarships upon receiving an admission offer and submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Must have a minimum 2.5 cumulative high school GPA

  • Must be admitted to Penn State Greater Allegheny

  • Must submit the FAFSA to be considered for financial-based awards

All new student scholarships are renewable for a second year, provided the recipient meets the renewal criteria outlined in the award letter.

Scholarships for Continuing Students

Current students at Penn State Greater Allegheny are also eligible for exclusive campus scholarships. A scholarship committee reviews applications, evaluates academic performance, and selects recipients based on eligibility requirements.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Must be currently enrolled at Penn State Greater Allegheny

  • Must be in good academic standing

  • Must meet any specific scholarship requirements determined by the selection committee

By maintaining strong academic progress, continuing students have the opportunity to secure additional financial aid and scholarship funding throughout their college journey.


Maximize Your Scholarship Opportunities

  • Submit your FAFSA early to ensure eligibility for financial aid-based scholarships.
  • Maintain a strong GPA to qualify for merit-based scholarships.
  • Stay informed about additional scholarship opportunities available through external organizations.A Guide to Complete the FAFSA

Tuition and Financial Aid

  • Financial Aid Basics
  • A Guide to Complete the FAFSA
  • Scholarships and Awards
    • Penn State Greater Allegheny Scholarships
    • External Scholarship Search Tips and Free Resources
    • Scholarship Thank You Letter
  • Student Veterans

Admissions Helpful Links

Apply
Tuition and Student Aid
Admissions Requirements
Academics
First-Year Students
Transfer Students
Academic Calendars
Disability Services
Apply to Penn State
Apply Now
Fee Waiver
Apply for free
Penn State School Code for FAFSA: 003329
FAFSA Help
Are you a Veteran?
Benefits for Student Veterans
Request Admissions Info
Request Information
Transfer to Penn State Greater Allegheny
Transfer to Greater Allegheny
Accept My Offer
Accept my offer
Apply for Dual Enrollment
Apply Here

Office of Admissions

Location:

Suite 123, Frable Building
4000 University Drive
McKeesport, PA 15132

Hours of Operation:

Monday to Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Contact Information:

Phone: 412-675-9010
Email: [email protected]

Admissions

Office of Student Aid

Location:

Suite 123, Frable Building
4000 University Drive
McKeesport, PA 15132

Hours of Operation:

Monday to Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Contact Information:

Phone: 412-675-9010
Email: [email protected]

Tuition and Student Aid
Map of the campuses of Penn State throughout Pennsylvania highlighting the location of Penn State Greater Allegheny

Penn State Greater Allegheny

Penn State Greater Allegheny, located in McKeesport just 15 miles from Pittsburgh, offers a supportive, close-knit campus community with access to the vast resources of Penn State. As the only Penn State campus to offer a Bachelor in Social Work, it provides unique academic opportunities in a convenient, student-focused environment.
  • instagram
  • facebook
  • linkedin
  • youtube
  • tiktok
  • flickr
Give Apply Visit
  • About Us
    • Campus Leadership
    • Campus History
  • Academics
    • Degree Programs at Greater Allegheny
    • Academic Calendars
    • Academic Advising
    • Center for Academic and Career Excellence (ACE)
    • Commencement
    • The Honors Program
    • J. Clarence Kelly Library
    • John H. Gruskin Learning Center
    • New Student Orientation (NSO)
    • Undergraduate Research Opportunities
  • Admissions and Financial Aid
    • Visit Us
    • After You've Been Admitted
    • Adult Learners
    • First-Year Students
    • High School Dual Enrollment
    • International Students
    • Student Veterans
    • Transfer Students
    • Tuition and Financial Aid
  • Athletics
  • Student Life
    • Campus Calendar
    • Campus Map
    • Counseling and Psychological Services
    • Current Students
    • Student Organizations
    • Health Services
    • LiveON Greater Allegheny
    • University Police and Public Safety
  • Campus Initiatives
  • Outreach and Continuing Education
  • Contact Us
    • Campus Directory
    • Faculty Directory
    • Staff Directory
Penn State University
4000 University Drive, McKeesport, Pennsylvania 15132 412-675-9000

Footer Legal Menu

  • Privacy
  • Non-discrimination
  • Accessibility
  • Copyright
  • The Pennsylvania State University © 2025
  • We Are Penn State