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Scholarships (1413)
California Men's Basketball Book Loan
Men's Basketball Book Loan
California Women's Volleyball Book Loan
Women's Basketball Book Loan
California_CalU Women's Volleyball Scholarship
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
Edinboro_Lynn Mihoci Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to an Anthropology major or a student pursuing a master's degree in Social Sciences. The student must be enrolled full time. The eligible Anthropology major must have earned a minimum of 90 credits with an overall QPA of 3.0 and a 3.5 QPA in Anthropology coursework. The eligible Social Sciences graduate student must be enrolled full time and must have a 3.5 QPA in graduate coursework. The student must complete an application and submit a one-page essay (double-spaced) explaining career goals, which will be evaluated by the Scholarship Committee. The student must submit a resume and a recommendation letter from a faculty member. The deadline for submitting a completed application is December 1. The scholarship will be awarded at the beginning of the Spring semester.
Edinboro_Ron Simmons Football Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman or upperclass student who is a member of the PennWest - Edinboro Football Team and meets minimum NCAA requirements. The scholarship may be renewable for a maximum of five years provided the individual maintains NCAA eligibility.
Edinboro_Softball Scholarship
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
Edinboro_Volleyball Scholarship
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
Edinboro_Women's Cross-Country and Track Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman, transfer, or upperclassman who is a member of the Edinboro Women's Cross-Country/Track Team who meets minimum NCAA requirements and maintains NCAA eligibility. The scholarship may be renewable for a maximum of five years. Multiple awards may be given.
Edinboro_Women's Tennis Scholarship
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
Bots IQ Scholarship
In support of the Southwestern Pennsylvania BotsIQ mission, PennWest University is making available one renewable, merit-based scholarship of $5,000 to a high school senior that participated on a BotsIQ Team during their high school career. This scholarship may be utilized for any Pennsylvania Western University undergraduate course of study and is renewable up to a total of $20,000 over four years, contingent upon the recipient maintaining good student standing and satisfactory academic progress. The recipient must also meet the regular academic requirements for admission to Pennsylvania Western University.
California Football Book Loan
California Jerome "Jerry" Maley Bentworth Athletics Scholars Fund
Scholarships shall be awarded to students enrolled at Pennsylvania Western University - California Campus who are graduates from Bentworth School District (or successor school dirstrict) and who have participated in interscholastic sports as a student in the district. Scholarships can be renewed for up to seven semesters.
California- Joe Stefko Honorary Scholarship
Scholarship shall be awarded to a Junior or Senior currently enrolled Pennsylvania Western University - California campus student who is majoring in Fisheries and Wildlife and Environmental Studies (Conservation Ecology and Environmental Science concentrations) who has been a member for at least one semester of the Cal U Student Chapter of The Wildlife Society or the Cal U Chapter of the American Fisheries Society (hereinafter referred to as "the Societies"), with a major GPA of at least 2.75 at the time of application. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient is not identified, then the scholarship shall be held until a qualified recipient is identified.
California- Lawrence L. Moses Scholarship in Meteorology
Scholarships shall be awarded to senior (95 credits or more) majoring in Earth Sciences: Meteorology enrolled at PennWest - California campus. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a 3.25 GPA. Students must also write a 500 word essay describing their future career plans in the discipline as well as activities they have been involved with since their enrollment at PennWest - California campus. The applicant must also submit a current resume and two letters of recommendation. One letter must come from someone other than in the department of Earth Sciences at PennWest - California campus. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California- P.S.E.C.U. Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students enrolled at Pennsylvania Western - California campus who have a grade point average of at least 3.0. Scholarships may be renewable for a maximum of seven semesters. If at any time, a scholarship recipient meeting these criteria isn't available, the award can be made to a student with financial need.
California Womens Basketball Book Loan
Women's Basketball Book Loan
California_ John E. & Barbara Krivda Memorial Scholarship
Award is to be given to most deserving student enrolled at PennWest - California Campus.
California_ The Joseph Linn Marino Memorial Award
All candidates for this award are required to have a 3.5 overall QPA, six credits in Anthropology, and be a major in one of the programs in the School of Liberal Arts. This award is to be based solely on merit.
California_ Valley Garden Club Scholarship
Valley Garden ClubThe Valley Garden Club has established a scholarship to assist students pursuing an education in the study of fields related to horticulture, agriculture, landscape architecture/design, botany, plant pathology, forestry, agronomy, environmental concerns, city planning, land management.
A $1,500.00 scholarship will be awarded for the full academic year and will be given directly to the student to further his or her education. No financial information is needed to apply for this scholarship. This award does not go against any other financial aid received by student.
TO BE INCLUDED WITH APPLICATION ---- Deadline to apply is July 12, 2024.
- Two letters of recommendation – non-family member, emailed or sent by writer
- Essay describing your interest in chosen field and your goals.
- Official school transcript (TO BE SENT FROM SCHOOL)
If there are any questions, please contact me at dbvalleygardenclub@gmail.com.
California_Abigail A. Grant Scholarship
Scholarships may be awarded to a Junior or Senior student that is majoring in English and has distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.5 or higher. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. If in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient cannot be identified, the award will be given to a student demonstrating financial need.
California_Academic Showcase Scholarships
Awards will be made to students that have earned at least 60 credits with a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher and a demonstrated need for financial assistance. Students must have completed a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be eligible. If a sufficient number of students cannot be identified using the initial criteria to exhaust funding, students with less than a 2.75 GPA and fewer than 60 credits may be considered. However, students below 2.5 GPA will not be considered. This funding is intended to be awarded to participating students only once during their time as a PennWest - California campus student. Selection - Office of Student Success & Director of Finanical Aid will first evaluate students with a minimum GPA of 3.0, at least 60 earned credit.
California_African American Alumni Society Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to full-time African American students who have distinguished themselves with a minimum of 2.5 QPA, personal and career determination and community/University involvement. The awardee(s) must be full-time Sophomore, Junior or Senior student(s) with a minimum of 33 credits. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_AFSCME Local 2322/SAI, Inc. Scholarship
Shall be awarded to Freshmen, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior level students enrolled at California University of PA. Recipient must be child or direct dependent of AFSCME Local 2322. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a 2.0 GPA. If there are no undergraduate students who meet these qualifications, a graduate level student may be given consideration.
California_Albert & Leona Komacek Family Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students who are majoring in Education and have demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. Preference will be given to students who are graduates of Brownsville Area High School district, or it's successor district. If in a given year, a scholarship recipient is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to a student with financial need. Scholarships may be renewed for up seven semesters.
California_Alberta Grace George Memorial Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to non-traditional, women students majoring in art education, or education if no art education majors are identified in any particular year. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education the University.
California_Albina R. Malpezzi Memorial Scholarship
The scholarship shall be for female students who have completed at least 64 credits but not more than 96 credits and enrolled in the College of Liberal Arts. The scholarship recipient must have achieved at least a 3.25 QPA and have demonstrated financial need as determined by the financial aid office. Awards will be granted for one academic year and will be non-renewable.
California_Alex S. & Elizabeth Sabo Memorial Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to a Freshmen, Sophomore, Junior or Senior students. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0 and must also be graduates of California Area High School. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Alexander & Florence Malinowski Memorial Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to Freshman enrolled at PennWest - California campus. Students must demonstrate that they are in dire need of financial assistance in order to attend the University. Students must also show great academic promise with a desire to succeed in their given field of study. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.25 or better and have an SAT score of at least 1100. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Allen C. "D.C" Dade Memorial Scholarship
Recipients must have distinguished themselves with a 3.0 GPA, demonstrated leadership abilities and participated in community service on and off campus. In the event that no individual has maintained a 3.0 GPA, the most qualified candidate may be considered.
California_Alumni Legacy Fund
Scholarships shall be awarded to an active undergraduate or graduate student who is enrolled at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus who has a parent, grandparent, or sibling that is a sibling that is a graduate of California University of PA or Pennsylvania Western University - California campus. Preference can be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Alumni Scholarship Annual Fund
Scholarships shall be awarded to students enrolled at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus who have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Awards shall be made to two Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors in the amount of $2500 per year until their graduation, assuming they maintain a 3.0 GPA. Awards will be made as long as the funds still provide sufficient dollars for award. Awards will be made in conjunction with and consistent with the University's enrollment management strategies and procedures.
California_Alumni Scholarship Endowment
Scholarships shall be awarded to students enrolled at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus who have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Awards shall be made in conjunction with and consistent with the University's enrollment management strategies and procedures.
California_Ambridge Area School District Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students enrolled at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus who are graduates of the Ambridge Area School District (or any successor school district) and have a 2.5 G.P.A. (from high school or at the University). If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, then scholarships shall be withheld until the next academic year when a qualified student could become available.
California_ANCOR Foundation Legacy Leader's Circle Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students majoring in Special Education with a certification in Nursery to grade 12. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded at the discretion of the Director of Financial Aid. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of seven semesters.
California_Andrew Kovach Memorial Scholarship Fund
Scholarships will be awarded to incoming freshmen students enrolled at PennWest - California campus. Preference will be given to a student who is majoring in Technology Education, who has earned a minimum GPA of 2.5 and has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. First preference will be given to a student from Fayette County, PA. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to a student with financial need. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of seven semesters providing that the scholarship recipient has maintained a GPA of 3.0.
California_Andy Sepsi Athletic Scholarship Fund
Scholarships shall be awarded to student athletes who have distinguished themselves in football or baseball. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. The athlete must be in their Junior or Senior year and must also demonstrate a sound character and be in good academic standing.
California_Angelo & Barbara Armenti Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students enrolled at PennWest - California campus. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. If in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to any student(s) with demonstrated financial need. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of eight semesters.
California_Angelo Armenti, Jr. Endowed Leadership Scholarship
Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a minimum GPA of 3.25. Scholarships shall be awarded to students who demonstrate leadership qualities in extracurricular activities, contributions to their community or campus, and character reflecting the University's core values of Integrity, Civility, and Responsibility. Preference will be given to any student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. The objective is to provide four renewable $1,000 (minimum) scholarships, one to a student in each of the four academic classes. The available funds will be divided among four students, one in each class year.
California_Angelo, Sr. & Adele Tavani Armenti Scholarship
Consideration for this scholarship shall be given to all full-time undergraduate students enrolled in their Junior year at the University who have achieved outstanding academic records, and who are involved in one or more of the music programs at the University (e.g. band, choir, musical theater, music minors, or future music majors, etc.) Each scholarship shall be awarded for one academic year, and may be renewed for subsequent years providing the recipient continues to meet the conditions of eligibility and funds are available.
California_Ann Willets Boyd Scholarship Endowment
Scholarships shall be awarded to students majoring in Graphic Design. Scholarship recipients must have distinguished themselves with a 3.0 GPA. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Anna Deane Ducar '42 Memorial Scholarship
Scholarships will be awarded to a student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University and who are in good academic standing with satisfactory progress toward graduation. Preference will be given to students in Education who have distinguished themselves with a GPA of at least 3.0. Scholarships may be renewed for a total seven semesters.
California_Anna Sutak Berardino '29 Scholarship in Education
Scholarships are awarded to Junior students who are graduates of Uniontown High School (or a successor district) , majoring in Education, who have demonstrated commitment to the teaching profession as a career and maintain a GPA of at least 3.0. Scholarships may be renewed for award to Senior students who continue to meet these criteria. If, in a given year, a qualified Junior recipient(s) cannot be identified, award can be made to qualified Senior or to a Junior or Senior student(s) meeting the criteria above, but graduated from another school district in Fayette County, Pennsylvania. After an initial award, scholarships may be renewed for a total of not more than three semesters.
California_Annette D. Ganassi Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to Sophomore, Junior, Senior, and Graduate students from Monessen, PA and/or who attended Monessen High School. A minimum GPA of at least 3.0 must be maintained at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus in order for the award to be awarded and/or renewed. Preference will be given to any such student who had demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Annie "MAC" (Master Any Challenge) Malkowiak Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to full-time students who have a minimum GPA of 2.5. Students will be required to complete an application and will be selected based on their response to an essay and their active participation in campus clubs and organizations and/or community service. Students must submit to Vice President of Student Affairs their application, their activities transcript and the essay explaining why they need the scholarship and include challenges they have faced and overcome in their lives. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. Scholarships may be renewable.
California_ANSYS Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to full-time undergraduate students who have financial need and are majoring in a field that involves science, technology, engineering and/or math. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient is not identified, then the scholarship shall be awarded to a student with financial need. Scholarships shall be renewed for a total of seven semesters.
California_Anthony P. McGrew Endowed Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to Seniors majoring in Parks and Recreation Management. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0. Preference will be given to any such student to has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. If in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to a student who most closely meets the criteria stated within.
California_Arnowitz Scholarship
Scholarships shall be provided to full-time students enrolled at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus who are residents of the state of Pennsylvania and who are majoring in programs contained within the College of Education and Liberal Arts. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to a student based on merit or financial need. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of seven semesters.
California_Arthur & Millicent Gabriel Family Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to full-time undergraduate students majoring in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) bachelor degree programs in Eberly College of Science and Technology, with preference given to Fayette and Greene County residents. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0 and have demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of seven semesters. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to students with financial need.
California_Arthur & Millicent Gabriel Nursing Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to outstanding Junior or Senior students majoring in Nursing at PennWest - California Campus of PA. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of four semesters.
California_Arthur J. Brickley, Jr. Memorial Scholarship
Shall be awarded to outstanding Junior enrolled in PennWest - California campus. Must have distinguished themselves with a 3.5 GPA. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Athletic Alumni Affinity Scholarships - Baseball
Athletic recruiting, in/out scholarships for Baseball
California_Athletic Alumni Affinity Scholarships - Football (ATHLETICS)(CAL U)
Athletic recruiting, in/out scholarships for Football
California_Athletic Alumni Affinity Scholarships - General (ATHLETICS)(CAL U)
Athletic recruiting, in/out scholarships for General
California_Athletic Alumni Affinity Scholarships - Men's Basketball (ATHLETICS)(CAL U)
Athletic recruiting, in/out scholarships for Men's Basketball
California_Athletic Alumni Affinity Scholarships - Men's Cross Country (ATHLETICS)(CAL U)
Athletic recruiting, in/out scholarships for Men's Cross Country
California_Athletic Alumni Affinity Scholarships - Men's Golf (ATHLETICS)(CAL U)
Athletic recruiting, in/out scholarships for Men's Golf
California_Athletic Alumni Affinity Scholarships - Men's Track & Field (ATHLETICS)(CAL U)
Athletic recruiting, in/out scholarships for Men's Track & Field
California_Athletic Alumni Affinity Scholarships - Softball (ATHLETICS)(CAL U)
Athletic recruiting, in/out scholarships for Softball
California_Athletic Alumni Affinity Scholarships - Volleyball (ATHLETICS)(CAL U)
Athletic recruiting, in/out scholarships for Volleyball
California_Athletic Alumni Affinity Scholarships - Women's Basketball (ATHLETICS)(CAL U)
Athletic recruiting, in/out scholarships for Women's Basketball
California_Athletic Alumni Affinity Scholarships - Women's Cross Country (ATHLETICS)(CAL U)
Athletic recruiting, in/out scholarships for Women's Cross Country
California_Athletic Alumni Affinity Scholarships - Women's Golf (ATHLETICS)(CAL U)
Athletic recruiting, in/out scholarships for Women's Golf
California_Athletic Alumni Affinity Scholarships - Women's Soccer (ATHLETICS)(CAL U)
Athletic recruiting, in/out scholarships for Women's Soccer
California_Athletic Alumni Affinity Scholarships - Women's Swimming (ATHLETICS)(CAL U)
Athletic recruiting, in/out scholarships for Women's Swimming
California_Athletic Alumni Affinity Scholarships - Women's Tennis (ATHLETICS)(CAL U)
Athletic recruiting, in/out scholarships for Women's Tennis
California_Athletic Alumni Affinity Scholarships - Women's Track & Field (ATHLETICS)(CAL U)
Athletic recruiting, in/out scholarships for Women's Track & Field
California_Athletic Training Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to a newly admitted student in the Master of Science Athletic Training Program with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated need for financial assistance. Scholarships may not be renewed. If in a given year a recipient isn't available, the scholarship can be awarded to a student based on financial need or merit that is currently enrolled in the Athletic Training Program. Can be awarded to any PennWest student.
California_Auberle Good Kids Endowed Scholarship Fund
A. individual must have been recipients of the services provided by Auberle; or B. are a current employee of Auberle, or a child or sibling of a current employee of Auberle. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance. If no such individual is available or identified, then the Scholarship may be awarded to a student enrolled at California University who has demonstrated high academic aptitude and financial need.
California_Audrey Crockett Scholarship in Elem. Education or Spec. Ed.
Scholarships shall be awarded to students who are majoring in Elementary or Special Education and are graduates of the Bethlehem-Center School District. Qualified students must have disgusting themselves with a grade point average of 3.0. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to students majoring in Elementary or Special Education with a grade point average of 3.0 graduating from a Washington County Pennsylvania School District. Preference will be given to students demonstrating the greatest financial need.
California_AVI Foodsystems, Inc./Payiavlas Family Endowed Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to incoming Freshmen, students majoring in Accounting, Business Administration, Business Economics, Finance, Human Resource Management, Management, and Marketing. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University and is in good academic standing.
California_AVI Waiver - Football
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_AVI Waiver - Men's Basketball
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_AVI Waiver - Softball
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_AVI Waiver - Women's Basketball
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_AVI Waiver - Women's Volleyball
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_Bakaitus Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students with a financial need in the College of Liberal Arts. Students must be from Washington, Westmoreland, or Allegheny County and maintain a minimum GPA of 3.5.*If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient is not identified, then the scholarship shall be awarded to a student with a financial need. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of seven semesters.
California_Balsano Family Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students majoring in General Business Administration or Business Economics. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0 minimum. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient is not identified, then the scholarship shall be awarded to a student demonstrating financial need. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of eight semesters.
California_Barcelona Scholarship Fund
Scholarships shall be awarded annually to incoming freshman students who have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0 and an SAT combined score of 1000. A minimum GPA of 3.0 must be maintained at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus in order for the award to be renewed. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Baxter Family Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded annually to students enrolled at Pennsylvania Western - University - California campus who are of Sophomore, Junior or Senior standing, have a 3.0 GPA or better, are majoring in English with a concentration in Journalism and have demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their studies at the University. Scholarships may be renewed, provided that the student maintains a 3.0 GPA. In the event that a student is not identified, scholarships can be awarded to a student based on financial need.
California_Beatrice Uphold Anderson '29 Scholarship
Scholarship recipients must have distinguished themselves with a 3.0 GPA, and demonstrated need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University with majors in Biology, Nature and/or Wildlife Conservation, Ecology or related programs. Preference will be given to residents of Uniontown, PA and graduates of Uniontown Area High School. In the event that there might be no student(s) so qualified, awards may be made to a worthy student(s) with demonstrated need for financial assistance.
California_Benjamin R. Parsons Memorial Athletic Training Student Scholarship
Scholarship awards will be made prior to the start of the Fall Term to a Junior or Senior student(s) enrolled in the Athletic Training Education Program (ATEP) who have demonstrated need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University and have distinguished themselves with a 3.0 GPA. Preference will be given to students who have demonstrated commitment to ATEP and the athletic training profession through activities, organizations and community service. In the event there might be no student(s) so qualified, awards may be made to a worthy student(s) in ATEP with demonstrated financial need.
California_Berlie E. Dishong Sr. Graduate Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to graduate students majoring in Special Education, Communications Disorder, School Psychology, or a related field. Preference will be given to a full time practicing teacher that is enrolled in graduate school. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.25. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of four semesters.
California_Bernard J. & Marguerite S. Singer Canon-Mac Scholarship
Scholarships may be awarded to incoming Freshmen students enrolled at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus. Recipients must be graduates of Canon-McMillan High School and must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Bernard J. & Marguerite S. Singer Technology Education Schol.
Scholarships shall be awarded to qualified students enrolled in the Technology Education Program who have distinguished themselves as a member of a Technology Student Association Chapter during their high school years. Students wishing to compete for the award should present a letter of recommendation from the advisor of the technology club they were involved in to PennWest - California campus. Recipients must also be a graduate of Canon-MacMillan High School, first preference, then, Peters Township High School, second preference. If no student qualifies from either high school, then the scholarship may be awarded to a graduate of any Washington County High School, providing the above mentioned criteria has been met. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Bertha Francine Nesser Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus. Preference will be given to students who have demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. Scholarships may not be renewed.
California_Bertha Lee Memorial Scholarship Fund
Two scholarships shall be awarded to two PennWest - California campus students who have declared majors in one of the University's approved courses of study, are graduates of the Woodland Hills School District, or successor school district, have a minimum GPA of 2.75 and has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to support their education at the University. In the event that no student from the Woodland Hills School District is available, the award will not be distributed until the following year.
California_Bill & Candice Booker Student Leader Scholarship
Consideration for this scholarship shall be given to all full-time undergraduate students enrolled at the University who have achieved positive academic records, and who have demonstrated financial need. Students will be selected based on their leadership or potential for leadership through participation in such groups as Student Government, Council of Trustees, and or other student or community organizations. Through their out-of-class activities, the recipient must demonstrate exemplary contributions to their community. Each scholarship shall be awarded for one academic year, and may be renewed for subsequent years providing the recipients continues to meet the conditions of eligibility and funds are available.
California_Bill Hepner Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to Freshmen, Sophomore, Junior or Senior students enrolled at PennWest - California Campus of PA. Scholarships will be awarded to members of the PennWest - California Campus football team.
California_Billy Ray & Mildred Stalvey, Pasquale & Concetta Rocchio Scholarship
Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0 and have demonstrated need for financial assistance. Preference will be given to students in the following order: 1) incoming Freshmen from Myrtle Beach, SC; 2) incoming Freshmen from Weirton, WVA; or 3) any presently enrolled Sophomore, Junior, Senior students from Brownsville, PA.
California_Blanche Rebecca Heath Elementary Education Scholarship Fund
Scholarships shall be awarded to students who have distinguished themselves with a high school GPA of 3.0 and an SAT combined minimum score of 1000. The student must be majoring in Elementary Education. A minimum GPA of 3.0 must be maintained at California University in order for award to be renewed. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Boise Office Solutions Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded in any major to Juniors (64-95 credits) at PennWest University - California campus, who have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0. A minimum GPA of 3.0 must be maintained at PennWest University - California campus in order for the award to be renewed. Preference will be given to any such student who have demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Bow Ties & Pearls Ball Scholarships - Football
Football students enrolled at California University of PA
California_Bow Ties & Pearls Ball Scholarships - Men's Basketball
Men's Basketball students enrolled at PennWest - California campus.
California_Branson Michael King Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship shall be awarded to a full time student enrolled at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus who identifies themselves as a campus leader, participates in organized campus recreation activities, has a proven history of University involvement and has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to support their education at the University. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient is not identified, scholarship shall be awarded to a freshman student that has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to support their education.
California_Brownsville Marine Products, LLC Scholarship
Preference will be given to a student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at PennWest University - California campus. Scholarships shall be renewed for a total of eight semesters.
California_Bruce D. '83 & Mary Jo '84 Barnhart Scholarship Fund
Scholarship awards will be made with preference to incoming Freshman students: Pursing degrees with majors in Athletic Trainings or in Early Childhood Education; and Graduates of Brownsville High School or its successor by merger or jointure, or if there be none with this latter qualification; Whose secondary education and college preparation were completed at schools or school districts in Fayette County (PA); and in accordance with University policies administered by the Office of Financial Aid and the Office of Admissions. In the event that there might be no student(s) so qualified, awards may be made to students(s) with established need. Multiple awards can be balanced between students in the majors indicated. When Fund income permits scholarship awards may be renewed to recipients in their upperclass years, but in no case beyond an eighth semester (fourth full year of undergraduate study.
California_Cal Gals Endowed Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students with a minimum GPA of 3.0 enrolled in the College of Education and Human Services, pursuing a career in Elementary Education, with preference given to female graduates of school district which service communities of Greene, Fayette, Washington or Westmoreland Counties. Awards of the scholarship can be renewed for students who continue to meet these qualifications, but in no event for more than seven (7) semesters.
California_Cal U Brick Scholarship Fund
Scholarships shall be awarded to students enrolled at California University of PA.
California_Cal U Cares Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students enrolled in a global online undergraduate, global online graduate or campus graduated degree program at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus. Students must have a 3.5 grade point average. Preference will be given to students who have demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. Scholarships may not be renewed. This scholarship excludes any student receiving employer tuition assistance or tuition reimbursement.
California_Cal U Colleges Scholarship Fund
Scholarships shall be awarded to students enrolled at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus who are majoring in programs contained within the College of Education and Human Services, the Eberly College of Science and Technology, the College of Liberal Arts and the College of Graduate Studies and Research.
California_Cal U Endowed Scholarship Fund
Scholarships shall be awarded to students who have displayed financial need in order to continue their education at the PennWest University - California Campus.
California_Cal U Match Scholarships
Pennsylvania Western University - California Campus - student scholarships at the discretion of the PW President.
California_Cal U Men United Book Scholarship
Scholarship will be awarded to an active Jr. or Sr. member of Men United, in good standing, with a minimum 2.5 GPA, List of possible scholarship recipients will be provided by Cal U Men United Advisor(s) on a yearly basis.
California_Cal U Social Equity & Justice Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students in under-represented populations who have at least Sophomore standing and a 2.5 GPA. Students must be involved with organizations that promote diversity and inclusion, actively involved with social issues on campus and require financial assistance to continue their education at the University. If, in a given year, a qualified recipient(s) is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to students with financial need. Scholarships may not be renewed.
California_Cal U Southpointe Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to nontraditional students enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus. Students must have distinguished themselves with a minimum 3.5 GPA and have demonstrated the need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. Preference will be given to students who are accepted into a degree program administered at the Cal U Southpointe Center. Scholarships may be renewed, providing that the recipient continues to meet the qualifications noted above.
California_Cal U Sports Medicine Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to one "First Year" and one "Second Year" student enrolled in the Masters of Science Athletic Training Program. Qualified student must be in good standings and have demonstrated a need for financial assistance. Scholarship may not be renewed. If in a given year a recipient isn't available, the scholarship can be awarded to a student based on financial need or merit that is currently enrolled in the Athletic Training Program. Can be awarded to any PennWest University student.
California_Cal U Women's Volleyball Scholarship
Recipient students must have demonstrated academic performance to be fully eligible to receive scholarships, practice and compete according to the guidelines established by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), or any successor governing athletic body with which the University may affiliate. Recipients shall be members in good standing of the University's intercollegiate Women's Volleyball Team. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of seven semester providing that the student meets Satisfactory Academic Progress requirements as set forth by PennWest - California Campus, the National Collegiate Athletic Association, or any successor governing athletic body with which the University may affiliate. In the event that Women's Volleyball ceases to remain an NCAA sanctioned sport at the University, the Fund scholarship can be awarded, using the Fund to any female participant in a Cal U Club Volleyball program with academic achievement equal to or greater than the achievement required by the NCAA for intercollegiate athletes, or to another female student athlete who competes in an NCAA sanctioned sport at PennWest - California Campus. In the event that it becomes impossible to use the Fund to provide scholarships for members of an intercollegiate Women Volleyball team, the Foundation shall make every reasonable effort to inform the donor of that fact.
California_California Area PTA Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students who have distinguished themselves with a high school GPA of 3.0 and an SAT combined minimum score of 1000. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus.
California_California Dreamin' Endowed Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students in good standing of the PennWest - California campus. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0 in his/her major. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. The scholarships shall be renewable to a selected student for up to three years, or until his/her commencement, provided that the minimum GPA of 3.0 is maintained in his/her major. Two equal scholarships will be awarded annually to students enrolled at PennWest - California campus. One scholarship will be awarded to a student majoring in Applied Engineering and Technology; the other will be awarded to a qualified student irrespective of declared major.
California_California United Methodist Church Scholarship Fund
Awards shall be given first priority to students who can prove they are members, or are children, or grandchildren of members of California Methodist Church. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, then scholarships can be awarded as a 2nd priority to a student(s) who can prove they are members of any United Methodist Church in Southwestern Pennsylvania and 3rd priority to student(s) who are members of a United Methodist Church in the United States or held until a student(s) who meets the criteria is found.
California_California University Band Scholarship Fund
Scholarships from the Fund will be awarded to students who participate in the PennWest - Cal U Band. Recipients must have distinguished themselves with a high school GPA of 3.0. The scholarship will initially be awarded to an entering Freshman and may be annually renewable only if the recipient maintains a 2.75 GPA and continues participation in Cal U Band both Fall and Spring semester of each year. It is available to an individual recipient for a maximum of four academic years (freshman, sophomore, junior, and senior). However, a formal application must be filed each year and preference will be given to awarding scholarships to upper-class students who have previously received scholarships from this Fund.
California_California University Endowed Scholarship Fund
Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_California University of PA Foundation & Alumni Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to all full-time undergraduate Juniors or Seniors enrolled at Pennsylvania Western - California Campus. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a 3.0 GPA. Scholarships shall be awarded to students representing exemplary leadership skills. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_CALU - Athletics/Non-Participant
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_CALU - Baseball Scholarship
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_CALU - Football Scholarship
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_CALU - Men's Basketball Scholarship
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_CALU - Men's Cross Country Scholarship
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_CALU - Men's Golf Scholarship
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_CALU - Men's Soccer Scholarship
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_CALU - Men's Track/Field Scholarship
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_CALU - Softball Scholarship
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_CALU - Women's Basketball Scholarship
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_CALU - Women's Cross Country
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_CALU - Women's Golf Scholarship
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_CALU - Women's Soccer Scholarship
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_CALU - Women's Swimming Scholarship
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_CALU - Women's Tennis Scholarship
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_CALU - Women's Track/Field Scholarship
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_Campus Housing Waiver - Football
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_Campus Housing Waiver - Men's Basketball
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_Campus Housing Waiver - Men's Cross Country
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_Campus Housing Waiver - Men's Soccer
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_Campus Housing Waiver - Softball
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_Campus Housing Waiver - Swimming
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_Campus Housing Waiver - Tennis
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_Campus Housing Waiver - Volleyball
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_Campus Housing Waiver - Women's Basketball
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_Campus Housing Waiver - Women's Cross Country
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_Campus Housing Waiver - Women's Golf
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_Campus Housing Waiver - Women's Soccer
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_Campus Housing Waiver - Women's Track/Field
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_Carmichaels Area High School Scholarship
Consideration for this scholarship shall be given to a full-time undergraduate student enrolled or planning to enroll at the University who have obtained a 3.0 GPA, and is a Carmichaels School District graduate or Carmichaels resident. Shall be awarded for four academic years providing the recipient continues to meet conditions of eligibility.
California_Carol Hallam Scholarship Fund
Consideration for this scholarship shall be given to a Junior or Senior full-time, undergraduate students enrolled at PennWest University - California campus who have demonstrated financial need. The first preference will be given to pre-medical biology students. The second preference will be given in healthcare related majors, i.e., Medical Technology, Nursing, Chemistry, etc. Each scholarship shall be awarded for one academic year provided funds are available. If the student continues to meet the eligibility requirements, the scholarship can be renewed.
California_Catherine & Lloyd Bockes Minnicks Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded first to students who have demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue his/her education at the University. Preference, when possible, will be given to students who are identified and verified as first-generation college student(s) and demonstrate a need for financial assistance.
California_Catherine Dunn Memorial Scholarship Fund
Scholarship recipients must have distinguished themselves with a 3.0 GPA. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Cathy & David Rohm Scholarships Fund
Two scholarships shall be awarded to students enrolled at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus based on the following: One scholarship shall be awarded to a student majoring in Communications Disorders and one scholarship shall be awarded to a student majoring in Technology Education. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) majoring in Communications Disorders is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to students majoring in one of the Education programs at the University. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) majoring in Technology Education is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to students majoring in programs within the Department of Applied Engineering and Technology. Scholarships can be based on merit or financial need.
California_Cathy Corbett Zumpetta Scholarship
Scholarships will be awarded to students who are enrolled at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus that have participated in University recognized community volunteer opportunities. Students must be sophomores and have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher. Preference shall be given to students majoring in Social Work. In the event that a Social Work major who meets the criteria isn't available, scholarship can be awarded to students that have completed volunteer work with a 3.0 grade point average or higher. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of five semesters.
California_Charleroi American Legion Post 22 Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to Freshmen, Sophomore, Junior or Senior students. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a high GPA, complete brief essay, and also graduates of Charleroi High School. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Charles & Virginia Loase Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students majoring in Commercial Music Technology. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Preference will be given to any such students who have demonstrated need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. *If in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient cannot be identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to any student with a minor in Music. Scholarships may be renewed for up to eight semesters.
California_Charles A. Gismondi Baseball Scholarship
If an incoming Freshman, preference will be given to a student athlete in a High School in Washington and Fayette County. Must be a student athlete in good standing with 3.0 or higher GPA. If current student athlete , must have shown excellence on the field and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Must have promoted good citizenship through community service. If none available, select best player to help program.
California_Charles J. Boyle Jr. Science & Technology Scholars Fund
Consideration for this scholarship shall be given to all full-time undergraduate students enrolled or planning to enroll in the Eberly College of Science and Technology who have achieved outstanding academic records, and who demonstrated financial need. First preference shall be given to a non-traditional student, preferably with a family. Each scholarship shall be awarded for one (1) academic year and maybe renewed for subsequent years providing the recipient continues to meet the conditions of eligibility and funds are available.
California_Charles M. & Mary Ellen Davis Fischer Scholarship Endowment
Consideration for this scholarship should be given to all full-time undergraduate students enrolled or planning to enroll at PennWest - California campus, who have demonstrated financial need, and who show evidence of personal responsibility, unselfishness, and self-reliance. The students must maintain a 3.0 average, or in the case of incoming freshmen, manifest promise of academic success. Students should demonstrate outstanding moral character as evidenced by participation in community, service, or church organizations. Applicants must submit an essay reflective of their personality and character, describing their past and current activities and any volunteer services. Applicants should tell why they should be considered for this scholarship and tell what personal sacrifices they have made in order to fund their college expenses. Applicants should include two letters of recommendation which addresses their character and potential for success in the selected field of study. Each scholarship shall be awarded for one academic year and may be renewed for subsequent years providing the recipient continues to meet the conditions of eligibility and funds are available.
California_Charles S. & Mary Coen Scholarship Fund
The scholarship will be granted to Junior students in good academic standing who need financial assistance and are residents of Washington County. It would be for one year.
California_Charles W. Slick Football Scholarship
The scholarship will be for an undergraduate that has the trait of honesty, industry, perseverance, and is academically eligible by PennWest - California Campus requirements.
California_Citynet Endowed Scholarship Fund
(Optional) Scholarships shall be awarded to Freshmen, Sophomore, Junior or Senior students majoring in Computer Science , Computer Engineering Technology, Management Information Systems, or Electrical Engineering Technology. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated academic aptitude and a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University and is in good academic standing . The scholarship from the endowment will be awarded each Fall to one student until available funds reach $1,500, at which time two scholarships will be awarded. An additional scholarship is to be awarded for each $750 available thereafter.
California_Class of 1955 Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to outstanding Juniors enrolled at PennWest - California of PA. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.5. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Class of 1961 Scholarship
Scholarships will be awarded to outstanding students enrolled at the University, who have distinguished themselves with a minimum GPA of 3.5. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Class of 1962 Scholarship
Scholarships will be awarded to outstanding students enrolled at the University, who have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.5. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Class of 1963 Scholarship
Scholarships will be awarded to outstanding students enrolled at the University, who have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.5. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of seven semesters.
California_Class of 1965 Scholarship
Scholarships may be awarded to a Freshman student enrolled at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus who has achieved a cumulative 3.0 GPA in high school and has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, scholarships shall be awarded to a Freshman student that has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to support their education.
California_Class of 1967 Scholarship
Scholarships may be awarded to a Freshman student enrolled at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus who has achieved a cumulative 3.0 GPA in high school and has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, scholarships shall be awarded to a Freshman student that has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to support their education.
California_Class of 1968 Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to a freshmen student enrolled at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus who has achieved a cumulative 3.0 GPA in high school and has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to support their education at the University. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, scholarships shall be awarded to a freshman student that has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to support their education.
California_Class of 1970 Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to a freshman student enrolled at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus who has achieved a cumulative 3.0 GPA in high school and has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to support their education at the University. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to a freshman student that has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to support their education.
California_Class of 2010 Scholarship
Scholarships will be awarded to outstanding students enrolled at the University, who have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.5. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Class of 2011 Scholarship
Scholarships will be awarded to outstanding students enrolled at the University, who have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.5. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Class of 2012 Scholarship
Scholarships will be awarded to outstanding students enrolled at the University, who have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.5. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Class of 2013 Scholarship
Scholarships will be awarded to outstanding students enrolled at the University, who have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.5. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Class of 2014 Scholarship
Scholarships will be awarded to outstanding students enrolled at the University, who have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.5. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Class of 2015 Scholarship
Scholarships will be awarded to outstanding students enrolled at the University, who have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.5. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Class of 2016 Scholarship
Scholarships will be awarded to outstanding students enrolled at the University, who have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.5. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Class of 2017 Scholarship
Scholarships will be awarded to a freshman student enrolled at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus who has achieved a cumulative 3.0 GPA in high school and has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to support their education at the University. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, scholarships shall be awarded to a freshman student that has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to support their education.
California_Class of 2018 Scholarship
Scholarships may be awarded to a Freshman student enrolled at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus who has achieved a cumulative 3.0 GPA in high school and has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, scholarships shall be awarded to a Freshman student that has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to support their education.
California_Class of 2019 Scholarship
Scholarships may be awarded to a Freshman student enrolled at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus who has achieved a cumulative 3.0 GPA in high school and has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, scholarships shall be awarded to a Freshman student that has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to support their education.
California_Clemens & Anna Mologne Fischer Scholarship
Consideration for this scholarship shall be given to all full-time undergraduate students enrolled or planning to enroll at the University who have demonstrated financial need, and show evidence of personal responsibility, unselfishness, and self-reliance. The students must have achieved a 3.0 average, or in the case of incoming Freshmen, manifest promise of academic success. Students should demonstrate evidence of participation in community, service or church organizations. Applicants must submit an essay reflective of their personality and character, describing their past and current activities and any volunteer services. Applicants should explain why they chose their particular field of study. Applicants should tell why they should be considered for the scholarships and tell what personal sacrifices they have made in order to fund their college expenses. Each scholarship shall be awarded for one academic year, and may be renewed for subsequent years providing the recipient continues to meet the conditions of eligibility and funds are available.
California_Clyde W. '63 & Kay Clendaniel Scholarship Fund
Scholarships shall be awarded to students whose studies have advanced them to the rank of Juniors or Seniors and whose elected major is either Chemistry, Chemistry Education, Physics or Physics Education. Recipients must have distinguished themselves with a 2.8 GPA overall and, within the courses of their major in Chemistry and/or Physics, 3.0. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. Scholarship grants may be renewed to qualified students subject to the availability of funds. In the event that there might be no student(s) so qualified, awards may be made to a worthy student(s) with demonstrated financial need.
California_Coach J. Budd Grebb Award
Scholarships shall be awarded to Freshmen, Sophomore, Junior, and Senior level students who play football, basketball or baseball. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 2.0. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Coach Joe Howard Memorial Scholarship
Shall be awarded to Sophomore, Junior, or Senior football players annually. Recipients must have displayed athletic ability, academic excellence, and strong moral development.
California_Coach Myles B. Witchey Scholarship
Recipient students must have demonstrated academic performance to be fully-eligible to receive scholarships, practice and compete according to the guidelines established by the National Collegiate Athletic Association, or any successor governing athletic body with which the University may affiliate. Recipients shall be members in good standing of the University's intercollegiate Men's Basketball Team. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of seven semesters providing the student meets Satisfactory Academic Progress requirements as set forth by California University of Pennsylvania, the National Collegiate Athletic Association, or any successor governing athletic body with which the University may affiliate.
California_Coleman-Barrymore Theater Scholarship
Scholarships are to be awarded to students majoring in programs offered by the Department of Theater and Dance. Scholarship recipients must maintain a GP A of 3 .0 or higher. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, then scholarships may be awarded to a student(s) with a declared minor in Theater and Dance course work. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of seven semesters as long as the GPA requirement above is met.
California_Colonel Arthur L. Bakewell Veteran's Scholarship Fund
Eligibility:
A) Must be honorably discharged veteran;
B) completed 32 credits towards graduation;
C) Student at Pennsylvania Western University - California Campus in the preceding term and full-time student in the term of the application;
D) Have a minimum QPA of 3.0.
Applicants will submit:
A) Form DD-214 (Separation from active duty).
B) Written statement of goals (150 to 250 words).
C) Copy of latest Official Transcript
D) Completed program Distribution Sheet signed by the advisor of Dean.
E) Supporting documentation if desired.
A) Must be honorably discharged veteran;
B) completed 32 credits towards graduation;
C) Student at Pennsylvania Western University - California Campus in the preceding term and full-time student in the term of the application;
D) Have a minimum QPA of 3.0.
Applicants will submit:
A) Form DD-214 (Separation from active duty).
B) Written statement of goals (150 to 250 words).
C) Copy of latest Official Transcript
D) Completed program Distribution Sheet signed by the advisor of Dean.
E) Supporting documentation if desired.
California_Columbia Gas of PA Student Scholarship Fund
Scholarships shall be awarded to outstanding Freshmen at PennWest - California Campus of PA. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of at least 3.0 and an SAT of at least 1000. Qualified students will be selected from the following high schools: Jeanette, Uniontown, Trinity, Charleroi, Rochester (Beaver County), Bethel Park, Somerset, Monessen, California, Brownsville, and Beaver Area.
California_Commander Kerrie Gill Sr. Memorial Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to Pennsylvania Western University - California campus students who have completed at least 12 undergraduate credits and must de a dependent (son, daughter, husband, wife) of an American Legionnaire and must meet additional criteria as proven in an application through the Pennsylvania Western University Office of Military & Veterans Affairs. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to a student based on financial need.
California_Communication Disorders Scholarship Fund
Awarded to a Communications Studies student at PennWest - California campus.
California_CUP Industrial Arts & Tech Ed. Alumni Society Scholarship
Scholarship recipients must be either: entering Technology Education majors; or students currently enrolled in Technology Education at PennWest - California Campus of PA. Awards to entering Technology Education majors will be to individuals who have distinguished themselves with a high school GPA of at least 3.0 and an SAT combined score of at least 1000. Scholarship recipients currently enrolled in Technology Education must maintain a 3.0 GPA and must meet all of the criteria for approval of Admission to Teacher Education and a recommendation for Student Teaching applicable to their class rank and credits earned. In all cases, preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Curtis & Ann Smith Honors Scholarship
The scholarship shall be for Pennsylvania Western University - California Campus freshmen honor students. An honors student will be determined by the guidelines established by the Pennsylvania Western University Honors Program. Awards will be granted for one academic year and will be non-renewable.
California_Cynthia N. Capek Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students enrolled at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus who are majoring in Parks and Recreation Management. If, at any given time, this major is no longer offered at the University, scholarships shall be awarded to students based on merit or financial need.
California_Dale Provins Memorial Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to a student that is enrolled in Criminal Justice or Law Enforcement related degree program and is an active member of the military or a veteran. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to a student with financial need. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of seven semesters.
California_Daryl J. Zupan Business Administration Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to student majoring in Business Administration. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a minimum high school GPA of 3.5. Scholarship(s) may be renewable for a total of eight semesters for students who continue in Business Administration and maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_David & Wendy Lee Endowed Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students in their Junior or Senior year. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. Scholarships may be renewable for a total of four semesters, for students who receive the award in their Junior year, providing that the qualifications continue to be met.
California_David L. & Nancy M. Sivek Amati Early Childhood Education Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to Junior (64-95 credits) and/or Senior (96+ credits) students enrolled in PennWest - California campus, who are U.S. citizens and reside in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Qualified students majoring in Early Childhood Education and/or Elementary Education must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0 or better. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. A minimum of two (2) scholarships will be awarded annually to Junior (64-95 credits) and/or Senior (96+ credits) students and the amount of each individual scholarship award will be at minimum $1000 each.
California_David W. Robey & Family Football Scholarship Endowment Fund
Recipient students must have demonstrated academic performance to be fully-eligible to receive scholarships, practice and compete according to the guidelines established by the National Collegiate Athletic Association, or any successor governing athletic body with which the University may affiliate. Recipients shall be members in good standing of the University's intercollegiate football team and preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. First preference will be given to a student from the Johnstown Vocation Technical School in Johnstown, PA; second preference to a student from any high school in Cambria County, PA; third preference to the best student athlete available to help assure the success of PennWest - California Campus football program. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of eight semesters.
California_Dawn Marie Salamone-Kamens Memorial Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to undergraduate students majoring in Social Work. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated the highest level of need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of eight semesters, providing that the recipient maintains high level of need as well as a 3.0 GPA.
California_Dean L. Wahl Memorial Scholarship
Consideration for this scholarship shall be given to all full-time undergraduate students enrolled in their Junior year who have achieved at least a 3.0 average and who entered as a Freshman. Each scholarship shall be awarded for one (1) academic year.
California_Debra & Joseph Hardy Scholarship Fund for Excellence in the Study of Pol. Science
Scholarships shall be awarded to undergraduate Junior and Senior students, with a minimum 3.0 GPA, and who have distinguished themselves as majors in the study of Political Science. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Delila C. Jenkins Scholarship
Must be in financial need and have a GPA, SAT, and class rank that is above average. Must be an Education major and Freshman with need.
California_Dennis L Eckels, DO '71 Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students majoring in Biology- Pre-Professional Concentration (Pre-Osteopathic Medicine is preferred.) Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.5. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. If in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to a student majoring in Biology. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of eight semesters.
California_Dick Majernik/Lloyd Gilmore Basketball Awd Scholar. for Academic Achievement
Consideration for this scholarship shall be given to all full-time undergraduate students enrolled at the University who have achieved outstanding academic records, and who are members of either PennWest - California Campus basketball teams. May be renewed, provided the recipient continues to meet conditions of eligibility.
California_Dire Need Endowment Fund
Criteria - To be eligible for award, the student must complete a Dire Needs Fund application and have completed a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA must be on file in the Financial Aid office at the time of application. The student must have exhausted all financial aid that would be available for their "Dire Need." The student must be an undergraduate student and eligible U.S. citizen.
California_Donald & Ardith Thompson Scholarship
Consideration for this scholarship shall be given to full-time undergraduate students enrolled or planning to enroll at the University who have achieved outstanding academic records, are graduates of California Area High School and have finished in the top fifth of their senior class. May be renewed for subsequent years providing the recipient continues to meet the conditions of eligibility and funds are available.
California_Donald Maley Technology Education Scholarship Fund
The scholarship will be awarded to a Freshman Technology Education major. It will be based on financial need and scholarship.
California_Donna J. Martz Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students enrolled at Pennsylvania Western - California who are who are majoring in any of the programs contained in the College of Education. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to a student with financial need. This scholarship can be renewable for a maximum of seven semesters
California_Donna Janis Trincia Memorial Scholarship
One scholarship shall be awarded to a Pennsylvania Western University - California campus Freshman student who has graduated from the Albert Gallatin Area School District (resides in Masontown, PA) that has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to support their education at the University. In the event that no student from Masontown, PA is available , the award will be given to Freshman who has graduated from the Albert Gallatin Area School District, regardless of residency. Scholarship may be renewed for a total of seven semesters.
California_Donnella & Dan R. Kraft Scholarship Fund
Scholarship recipients must demonstrate financial need and be graduates of Belle Vernon Area High School (or a successor school district) who are first year, Freshman, students in the University. Awards may be made to non-traditional as well as traditional track students. Preference is to be given to students intending to commute to the University during their Freshman year. In the event that there might be no student(s) so qualified, award may be made to worthy student(s) with demonstrated financial need.
California_Dora Ann Johnston-Metzner Memorial Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to a Pennsylvania Western University - California campus student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to support their education at the University.
California_Doris Nevin Scholarship
Consideration for this scholarship shall be given to all full-time nontraditional female Junior students enrolled at the University majoring in education who have achieved outstanding academic records. Recipients must have demonstrated financial need and hold a GPA of 3.0 at the end of their Sophomore year. Recipients must also have made a contribution of service or leadership to the University or the community. Each scholarship shall be awarded for one academic year.
California_Dr. & Mrs. Arthur William Phillips Scholarship
Consideration for this scholarship shall be given to all full time undergraduate students who are currently enrolled or planning to enroll at PennWest - California campus, whose home address on record is Butler, Clarion, Crawford, Mercer, or Venango County, Pennsylvania, who manifest promise of academic success and who have good moral character. Each scholarship shall be awarded for one academic year, but may be renewed for subsequent years providing the recipient continues to meet the conditions of eligibility and funds are available. Financial need may but need not be considered. Each scholarship shall be awarded for one academic year but may be renewed for subsequent years providing the recipient continues to meet the conditions of eligibility and funds are available.
California_Dr. Allen & Mary C. Sesler Welsh Scholarship Fund
This scholarship will be granted to a Senior student in good academic standing (a B average) who needs financial assistance and is majoring in Education.
California_Dr. Audrey Beth Fitch Endowment Fund
Scholarships shall be awarded to students majoring in History with preference given to those who have declared a Minor in Women's Studies; OR to a student(s) majoring in Women's Studies, if offered. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0 minimum and demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of eight semesters.
California_Dr. Burrell A. '69 & Mrs. Anita Shockley Brown Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to Minority Students with a minimum GPA of 2.5, and whose major is in the Department of Business and Economics. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance.
California_Dr. Caryl J. Sheffield Scholarship Fund
A $500.00 Scholarships shall be awarded annually to full-time African American students enrolled at PennWest - California campus with a dual major of Pre-K-4 and Special Education, who are student teaching in the semester when the scholarship is awarded. In the event that no student meets the above criteria, the scholarship shall not be awarded until a semester when a student meeting the criteria can be identified.
California_Dr. Charles & Josephine Groff Scholarship Fund
Scholarships shall be awarded to students majoring in Elementary Education. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance.
California_Dr. Chester & Yvonne Vance Chichin Endowed Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students who have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0 and have demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. Preference will be given to students who are pursuing a degree in Pre-K-12 Education certification program. If in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, the award will be given to a student who demonstrates financial need. Scholarships may be renewed to a previous recipient and shall not exceed four years of undergraduate study.
California_Dr. Gabriel P. Betz Earth Sciences/Geography Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students majoring in a program with the Department of Earth Sciences. Preference will be given too any such student who displays interests in Geography and has demonstrated need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. *If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to a student demonstrating financial need. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of seven semesters.
California_Dr. Gary W. Reighard for Outstanding Leadership
Consideration for this award shall be given to full-time undergraduate students enrolled at the University who have achieved a minimum QPA of 2.75 and who have completed a minimum of 60 credits. Under unusual circumstances a student who has completed 30 credits and has displayed exemplary leadership capability may be considered. Students must be nominated by a faculty member, administrator, or staff member of Pennsylvania Western University - California campus. : Each award shall be made for one (I) academic year and is nonrenewable.
California_Dr. Gaston Lebois Graduate Scholarship Fund
Scholarships shall be awarded to students majoring in graduate level degree/certification programs in Education. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to a graduate student demonstrating financial need. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of three semesters.
California_Dr. J. Calvin Fleming Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students majoring in the Physical Sciences, Physics, or Chemistry. Students must have distinguished themselves with a 3.0 QPA. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Dr. Jay D. Helsel '59 Appl. Engin. & Tech. End. Sch. Fund
Awarded to students who have distinguished themselves with a high school GPA of 3.0 and an SAT combined minimum score of 1000 (critical reading and math). The scholarship will initially be awarded to an entering Freshman and be annually-renewable only if the recipient maintains a 3.0 GPA and continues to major in an academic program in the department of Applied Engineering and Technology. It is available to an individual recipient for a maximum of 4 academic years (freshman, sophomore, junior, senior). A minimum GPA of 3.0 must be maintained at PennWest - California campus for the award to be renewed. Preference will be given to any such students who have demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University, and preference will be given to awarding scholarships to upper class students who have previously received scholarships from this Fund.
California_Dr. John H. Lucy & Mrs. Dorothy (Valla) Lucy Scholarship
Scholarships will be awarded to students who have been approved for student teaching in Technology Education and distributed during the semester of their student teaching activity. Different students will receive the award(s) in each semester. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of at least 3.0. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. Among those, awards will be made to students who have compiled the highest overall GPA at the time of selection. In the event one or more students might have equal GPAs, the final determination will include the chairperson of the Applied Engineering and Technology Department, on behalf of that faculty.
California_Dr. John Michaels Business & Economics Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students who are majoring in a program in the Department of Business and Economics and have demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. Preference will be given to students who have a minimum GPA of 2.5. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of seven semesters.
California_Dr. John R. & Andrea V. Cencich Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to full-time undergraduate students enrolled at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus who are, or whose parent(s) are member of St. Gregory's Byzantine Catholic Church, 2005 Mohawk Road, Upper St. Clair, PA 15241.
If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) cannot be identified, scholarships shall be awarded to a graduate student in the Master's of Arts program in Criminal Justice Supplies, Applied Criminology Concentration, based upon financial need.
If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) cannot be identified, scholarships shall be awarded to a graduate student in the Master's of Arts program in Criminal Justice Supplies, Applied Criminology Concentration, based upon financial need.
California_Dr. Kathleen K. Taylor Sciences Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students majoring in Chemistry. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient are not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to students majoring in any of the programs contained in the College of Natural Sciences and Engineering Technology or successor College. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of seven semesters provided the students continue to major in these programs and maintain a 3.0 GPA. Depending on the amount available for award, full tuition scholarships from this fund shall be made available to as many students as the amount can support with any remaining balance provided to an additional student as a partial scholarship.
California_Dr. Lawrence C. Miller Technology Education Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students majoring in Technology Education. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Dr. Lawrence D. & Mrs. Joanne K. Romboski Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to student enrolled in any major with the Mathematics and Computer Science department. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0. The scholarship should be awarded to any member of the men's or women's basketball teams providing he or she meets all of the previous criteria. If there is no basketball players who are qualified applicants in any given year, the scholarship may be awarded to any other individual enrolled in any major within the Mathematics and Computer Science Department.
California_Dr. Lorraine Vitchoff Women in Leadership Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to a Pennsylvania Western University - California campus Sophomore, Junior or Senior female commuter student who has graduated from a high school in Washington, Fayette, Somerset or Westmoreland Counties in PA, is an officer or founding member of a student government or a university recognized sorority or club, and has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to support their education at the University. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, scholarships shall be awarded on the basis of financial need.
California_Dr. Melanie J. Blumberg Political Science Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students enrolled at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus who are majoring in Political Science and have a minimum GPA of 3.0. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to students based on merit or financial need.
California_Dr. Michael "Ki" Duda Memorial Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students who have demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. First preference can be given to a student from Donora, PA.
California_Dr. Michael F. & Clara H. Serene Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to junior students enrolled at PennWest - California campus. At minimum, one scholarship shall be awarded to a student majoring in Chemistry, Physics, or Biology and one scholarship shall be awarded to a student majoring or minoring in Music. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of seven semesters, providing the student maintains a GPA of 3.0.
California_Dr. Michael L. Hummel Wounded Warrior Scholarship Fund
Awards shall be given to students enrolled in Pennsylvania Western University - California campus who are military personnel, or a police officer wounded in the performance of their professional duties. Second preference shall be given to students who are children of military personnel, or a police officer wounded in the performance of their professional duties. Third preference shall be given to students who are military personnel, or a police officer.
California_Dr. Norma D. Thomas MSW Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to a Pennsylvania Western University - California campus graduate student who is enrolled in the Master of Social Work (MSW) program and have demonstrated a need for financial assistance to support their education at the University. Preference shall be given to a minority student enrolled in this program. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, scholarships shall be awarded to a graduate student enrolled in the Masters of Social Work (MSW) program.
California_Dr. Ralph Belsterling Communication Disorders Graduate Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to graduate students majoring in Communications Disorders. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a minimum GPA of 3.5. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to a student demonstrating financial need. Scholarship may be renewed for a total of 3 semesters.
California_Dr. Richard E. Cerullo Memorial Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students majoring in computer science or math. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0. Preference will be given to any such student who resides in Fayette County, first, or Southwestern PA, second. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of eight semesters.
California_Dr. Saundra L. Stout '72 Endowed Fund
Scholarship recipients must have distinguished themselves with a 3.0 GPA, major in Education, and have graduated from a Washington County high school. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. In the event there might be no student(s) so qualified, awards may be made to a worthy student(s) with demonstrated financial need.
California_Dr. Stephen E. Pavlak Scholarship Fund
Scholarships shall be awarded to Sophomore, Junior, Senior, or graduate level students with a minimum GPA of 2.75, and who have distinguished themselves in the study of Elementary, Secondary or Special Education or any other program leading to a teaching certificate. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Dr. Timothy & Karen L. Susick Belle Vernon Area Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to incoming Freshmen students enrolled at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus. Recipients must be graduates of Belle Vernon Area High School District or its successor district. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. If in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to a student with financial need. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of seven semesters.
California_Dr. William J. Procasky Earth Sciences Scholarship
Scholarship(s) shall be awarded to a student who is majoring in Earth Sciences, Geography, Geology GIS and Emergency Management, Meteorology, Parks and Recreation Management, or Tourism Studies and have distinguished themselves with a high school GPA of 3.0 or higher. Preference will be given to any such student that has demonstrated need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. If in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, the award will be given to a student who demonstrates financial need.
California_Dr. William R. Benedetti Memorial Elizabeth Forward Scholarship Fund
Scholarships shall be awarded to students enrolled at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus who are graduates of Elizabeth Forward School District and who require additional financial assistance to complete their education at the university . In the event that the Elizabeth Forward School District does not exist as it is constituted on the date of this agreement signing, scholarships shall be awarded to students who reside in Elizabeth Township, PA, Forward Township, PA and Elizabeth Borough, PA and who require additional financial assistance to complete their education at the university. Scholarships can be renewed for a total of seven semesters.
California_Drs. William & Carol Biddington Scholarship
Recipient students must have demonstrated academic performance to be fully eligible to receive scholarships, practice and compete according to the guidelines established by the National Collegiate Athletic Association, or any successor governing athletic body with which the University may affiliate. Recipients should be members in good standing of the University's intercollegiate softball team. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of seven semesters providing the student meet Satisfactory Academic Progress requirements as set forth by PennWest - California Campus of PA, National Collegiate Athletic Association, or any successor governing athletic body with which the University affiliates.
California_E. Marvin Schmidt Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to a Pennsylvania Western University - California campus Sophomore student majoring in Computer Information Systems or Computer Science with a GPA of 3.0 or greater who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to support their education at the University. If in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, the award will be given to a student who demonstrates financial need. Scholarships shall be renewed for a total of six semesters.
California_E. Richard & Angela Manetti Covert '56 Scholarship
Scholarship(s) shall be awarded to a student enrolled in the College of Education and Human Services at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus who has achieved a 3.0 GPA. Preference will be given to any student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, scholarships shall be awarded on the basis of financial need.
California_Eberly Family Scholarship Fund
Consideration for this scholarship shall be given to a full-time undergraduate students enrolled or planning to enroll at the University who have achieved outstanding academic records, and who are residents of Fayette County. Each scholarship shall be awarded for one academic year, and may be renewed for subsequent years providing the recipient continues to maintain an outstanding academic record. (3.0 QPA) This scholarship will be a full tuition scholarship. The number of scholarships awarded will be determined by the availability of funds.
California_Edward McNall Burns '23 Scholarship in the Social Studies
Scholarships shall be awarded to students who will be entering, or are currently enrolled in the College of Liberal Arts at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus, majoring in Economics, History, or Social Sciences. All applicants must maintain a 3.0 GPA. If the student has completed less than 60 college credits before applying for scholarship, a copy of their high school transcript may also be required. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Eileen Criner Bogdanowicz '68 Book Scholarship
The Book Scholarship shall be awarded to female students enrolled at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus who are majoring in Early Childhood Education and have a minimum 2.5 GPA and demonstrated financial need. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient is not identified, then scholarships shall be held until the following year. Scholarships may not be renewed.
California_Eleanore C. Hibbs '38 Endowed Fund
A. Two Freshmen students will be named annually to receive the Eleanore C. Hibbs '38 Freshman Writing Award. One student award recipient will be selected from among those enrolled in English Composition I. One other student award recipient will be selected from among those enrolled in English Composition II. Both award recipient will be selected by the Chair of the English Department from among nominees submitted by instructors
B. The Eleanore C. Hibbs '38 Scholarship shall be awarded to students majoring in English Education Certification 7-12 (Secondary English) who must distinguish themselves with a 3.0 GPA. Preference will be given to any such students who have demonstrated need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. In the event that there be no students so qualified, awards may be made to worthy student(s) with demonstrated financial need.
B. The Eleanore C. Hibbs '38 Scholarship shall be awarded to students majoring in English Education Certification 7-12 (Secondary English) who must distinguish themselves with a 3.0 GPA. Preference will be given to any such students who have demonstrated need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. In the event that there be no students so qualified, awards may be made to worthy student(s) with demonstrated financial need.
California_Eleyett & Lelar Pickett Family Endowed Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to graduates of Somerset Area Senior High School enrolled at PennWest - California Campus of PA. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0. The scholarship is renewable contingent upon the student maintaining a 3.0 GPA.
California_Ellen & Norman Hasbrouck Family Beth Center Scholarship
Scholarship recipients must have distinguished themselves with a 3.0 GPA. Preference will be given to graduates of Bethlehem Center School District , or successor districts in the event of future mergers or realignments, who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. In the event that there might be no student(s) so qualified, awards may be made to a worthy student(s) with demonstrated financial need.
California_Ellis Michael Boury III Memorial Scholarship
Incoming Freshman from the Yough Senior High School. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to an incoming Freshman from a school district in Westmoreland County. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of seven semesters.
California_Elmo Natali Endowment Fund
A University athletic committee will recommend the person who will receive the annual football scholarship.
California_Elsbeth E. Santee Scholarship Fund
The applicant must be a Pennsylvania Western University - California campus student who majors in any one of the Foreign Languages offered at the University either in College of Liberal Arts and in the area of International Studies- Foreign Languages as well as in the College of Education. A student can apply for this scholarship as a Sophomore (second semester), Junior or Senior. A QPA of 3.0 in the language studied and possibly overall should be the focus of the requirement as part of such other factors as; Character, Personality, Responsibility, Dependability and possibly others in choosing the recipient. When application for this scholarship is made, the student must present an essay in which the student gives an insight into him/herself, who she/he is, his/her plans for the future and why the applicant believes that the scholarship should be granted. Recipient has the opportunity to reapply for the scholarship.
California_Elwin '72 & Irene '71 "Threshold" Dickerson Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to Junior or Senior African American students majoring in Elementary/Early Childhood Education. Qualified students must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. If in a given year, such a qualified recipient is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to Senior students majoring in Elementary/Early Childhood Education who need financial assistance to continue their education. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of four semesters.
California_Emelson Theater & Dance Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior students majoring in Theater or Dance at PennWest - California campus. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Emeriti Faculty Association Academic Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to incoming Freshman students who have achieved SAT scores of 1100 (Combined Math and Verbal) and be renewed for a total of not more than four years, as long as the recipient maintains a GPA of at least 3.0.
California_Emily Hale Lambert & Jessi McConn Hillborn Memorial Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to an active member of the Epsilon Upsilon Chapter of Alpha Sigma Alpha. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Ernestine & George Alberts Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students enrolled at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus.
California_Faculty Scholarship Fund
Applicants must be admitted as a degree seeking full-time student at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus. Applicants must possess a minimum combined SAT score above 1200 or an ACT composite score of at least 26. Applicants must have a 3.6 GPA in high school. Maximum of 8 semesters if student maintains high level of grades 3.5 GPA.
California_Foster Youth/Student Need Scholarship Fund
In order to be eligible for support, each student must have completed the requirements listed below. In certain instances, if a student has not completed the requirements below but has met with a counselor in the Office of Student Success and it has been determined that there are extenuating circumstances that prevented the student from completing the requirements, scholarships can still be awarded based upon the recommendation of the Office of Student Success :
A. Completed their FAFSA at https://studentaid.gov/.
B. Exhausted all other forms of University, State, and federal financial aid.
C. Met with a counselor in the Office of Student Success.
D. Received approval from the Associate Vice President of Strategic Enrollment Management for the funding.
E). GPA 2.5
A. Completed their FAFSA at https://studentaid.gov/.
B. Exhausted all other forms of University, State, and federal financial aid.
C. Met with a counselor in the Office of Student Success.
D. Received approval from the Associate Vice President of Strategic Enrollment Management for the funding.
E). GPA 2.5
California_Foundation for California University Endowed Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to upper class students in good standing at the California University of PA. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of at least 3.0. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Frances J. Herron Endowed Scholarship Fund
Scholarships shall be awarded to students who are members of the University football team. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves a GPA of 2.5. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Frank Harhay Football Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students in good standing of PennWest- California Campus of PA, who are members of the University's football team. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Frederick Smith GIS Scholarship
Scholarships shall be provided to PennWest - California campus student majoring in Geography as a major (GIS and Emergency Management, Tourism Studies or Applied Climatology) that are Sophomore level or higher, with a QPA of 3.0 or higher. Recipients will also need to satisfy qualifications as determined by the selection committee. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, then scholarships shall not be awarded.
California_G. Ralph Smith II General Scholarship Fund
Recipients must have distinguished themselves with a 3.0 GPA and demonstrate need for financial assistance to continue education at PennWest - California Campus of PA. Recipients should be selected from the general student body without any preference to those in a specific College, School, academic department, or chosen major or minor area of study.
California_Gail Artyth George Lese & Alexis Jill Lese Communication Studies Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students enrolled at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus who are majoring in Communication Studies, have a 3.0 GPA or better and have demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to students based on financial need. Scholarships may be renewable for a period of seven semesters provided the student continues to meet the criteria listed herein.
California_Gail Artyth George Lese Memorial Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students enrolled at California University of Pennsylvania who are graduates of Bentworth School District, are majoring in any major contained in the Computer Science, Information Systems and Engineering Technology or Mathematics and Physical Sciences departments, have a 3. 0 GP A or better and have demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to students based on financial need. Scholarships may be renewable for a period of seven semesters provided the student continues to meet the criteria listed herein. Includes $500.00 book scholarship with award.
California_Gamma Upsilon of Sigma Kappa Scholarship Fund
Scholarships will be awarded to an active member of the Gamma Upsilon of Sigma Kappa Sorority that has achieved junior or senior status. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Garrick Lackey Memorial Scholarship Fund
Scholarships shall be awarded to a Pennsylvania Western University - California campus student who is a member of Student Government with a 3.0 GPA or higher who is majoring in Political Science, Creative Writing or English that have demonstrated a need for financial assistance to support their education at the University. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, scholarships shall be awarded on the basis of financial need.
California_Gary & Midge Kennedy Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to Juniors enrolled in the Elementary Education Department. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of at least 3.5. The scholarship should be awarded to any member of the men's or women's track, cross country or basketball teams providing he or she meets the previous criteria of a major in Elementary Education and 3.5 GPA. If there are no track, cross country or basketball players who are qualified applicants in any given year, the scholarship may still be awarded to a student otherwise qualified. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. The scholarship award is renewable for one year, provided the student continues to meet the criteria of the Elementary Education major and GPA of 3.5.
California_George J. VanNosdeln & Madeline T. VanNosdeln '46 Mem. Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to an outstanding student who demonstrates qualities of scholarship, leadership, good character and moral conduct along with service to his/her family and community. In the event that there might be no student(s) so qualified awards may be made to a worthy student(s) with demonstrated financial need.
California_Geraldine M. Jones Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to a Pennsylvania Western University - California campus student who is a Sophomore woman of color majoring in Commercial Music Technology with a 3.0 GPA or higher that has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. Secondary preference will be given to an Education major meeting the criteria above. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, scholarships shall be awarded on the basis of financial need. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of six semesters.
California_Grace Barnhart Stout & Thomas B. Stout Memorial Scholarship
The scholarship shall be awarded to a Sophomore, Junior, or Senior from Washington County with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. This scholarship is renewable for more than one year if the student(s) continue to meet the above stated qualifications and if appropriate funds are available.
California_Greek Life Commons Brick Scholarship Fund
Scholarship shall be awarded to a junior or senior student who have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.25 or higher and are members in good standing with Pennsylvania Western University - California campus recognized social fraternity or sorority and have demonstrated need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to a student with demonstrated financial need. Scholarship is not renewable.
California_Gregg-Hartman-Novak Scholarship
Awards shall be provided to students enrolled at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus who are majoring in Chemistry and have distinguished themselves with at least a 3.0 GPA. In the event that Chemistry is not a major at the University, scholarships can be awarded to student's majoring in one of the physical sciences. Selection - The awards committee comprised of faculty from the Dept. of Chemistry and Physics, or the successor Department, led by the department Chair, is responsible for developing and implementing application and selection procedures and choosing the recipient annually.
California_Gwendolyn Pierce Watkins & John B. Watkins Memorial Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students majoring in Elementary Education. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Harriet Saludis Memorial Scholarship
Recipient students must have demonstrated academic performance to be fully-eligible to receive scholarships, practice and compete according to the guidelines established by the National Collegiate Athletic Association , or any successor governing athletic body with which the University may affiliate. Recipients must be members in good standing of the University's intercollegiate Women's Basketball team with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. Scholarships may be renewed for a maximum total of eight semesters.
California_Hazel Smith Slabaugh Memorial Scholarship
Scholarships shall be given to students enrolled at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus who are defined as non-traditional students and single mothers and are majoring in Elementary Education. In the event that a non-traditional, single mother, Elementary Education major is not available, this scholarship will be awarded to a student based on financial need.
California_Highmark Health Sciences Scholarship Fund
Qualified students must be in good academic standing, and pursing an academic degree in any one of the University's health sciences programs, i.e. academic programs that educate students in the general condition of the body or mind, especially in terms of the presence or absence of illnesses, injuries, or impairments. This includes, but is not limited to such fields as nursing, pre-medicine, psychology, exercise science, communication disorders, etc. Recipients shall have demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. The scholarship award will be renewable for up to three additional academic years if all qualifications were met.
California_Holly Coulson Vadella Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship shall be awarded to a non-traditional student over the age of 30 who is enrolled at PennWest - California campus, with a 3.25 GPA. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Huth Technologies Scholarship for Men's Rugby Athletics
Scholarship(s) shall be awarded to a student who is an active member of the Cal U Men's Rugby Club and is enrolled in one of the following majors: Business Administration with a concentration in Human Resource Management, Accounting, Business Economics, Finance, Marketing, Management, Information Technology Management, Chemistry, Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering Technology, Environmental Studies with a concentration on Environmental Science, Graphic Design, Graphics and Multimedia, Industrial Technology, or Geography with a concentration in GIS and Emergency Management. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. If in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient cannot be identified, the award will be given to a student enrolled in one of the majors listed above who demonstrates financial need.
California_Int. Waiver - Dec 12 2023 3:50PM
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_Int. Waiver - Football
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_Int. Waiver - Men's Cross Country
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_Int. Waiver - Men's Golf
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_Int. Waiver - Men's Soccer
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_Int. Waiver - Men's Track/Field
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_Int. Waiver - Women's Basketball
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_Int. Waiver - Women's Cross Country
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_Int. Waiver - Women's Golf
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_Int. Waiver - Women's Soccer
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_Int. Waiver - Women's Track/Field
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_Int. Waiver - Baseball
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_Int. Waiver - Men's Basketball
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_Int. Waiver - Softball
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_Int. Waiver - Volleyball
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_Int. Waiver - Women's Swimming
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_Int. Waiver - Women's Tennis
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_Ivan H. '41 & Adelaide I. '38 Guesman Scholarship
Scholarship recipients must have distinguished themselves in high school or studies at the University with a 3.0 GPA, and demonstrated need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University and whose major is in Education. Preference will be given to first year (Freshman) students in the University who are residents of or completed their secondary education in Greene County, PA. In the event that there might be no first-year student(s) so qualified, awards may be made to upper-class student(s) with demonstrated financial need.
California_J. Helsel Family Scholarship Endowment Fund
Scholarships shall be awarded to students who have distinguished themselves with a high school GPA of 3.0 and an SAT combined minimum score of 1000 (critical reading and math). The intent of the donors is to fund the award of annually renewable scholarships to at least one student in each of the four academic ranks (Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior). The scholarship will initially be awarded to an entering Freshmen and may be renewed only if they maintain a 3.0 GPA in academic work at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus. Preference will be given to any such students who have demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University, and preference will be given for awarding scholarships to upper-class students who have previously received scholarships from the fund.
California_J. Robert Craig Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to full-time undergraduate students enrolled at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus within the Chemistry and Physics Department. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0. Freshmen must submit a copy of their high school grade transcripts and a letter of recommendation from their high school science teacher. Freshmen with superior high school records and SAT scores of at least 1200 are eligible. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_J.R. Wheeler Scholarship for Excellence in CUTV
Scholarships shall be awarded to students majoring in radio/TV and specifically they must be a member of (or join) CUTV, Pennsylvania Western University - California campus Television. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 2.5. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_James '81 and Aline '83 Lopez Scholarship
Preference will be to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. Scholarships shall be renewed for a total of eight semesters.
California_James A. Zell '39 Memorial Scholarship Fund
Scholarship recipients must be in good standing academically in accordance with the policies of the University. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated need for financial assistance to begin or continue their education at the University and who is a varsity athlete participating on one or more of the University's intercollegiate sports teams. In the event that there might be no student(s) so qualified, awards may be made to worthy students with demonstrated financial need.
California_James Blizman Memorial Scholarship Fund
Recipient students must have demonstrated academic performance to be fully eligible to receive scholarships, practice and compete according to the guidelines established by the National Collegiate Athletic Association, or any successor governing athletic body with which the University may affiliate. Recipients should be members in good standing of the University's intercollegiate Men's Baseball team, preference will be given to a Freshman student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of seven semesters providing the student meet Satisfactory Academic Progress requirements as set forth by PennWest - California Campus, National Collegiate Athletic Association, or any successor governing athletic body with which the University affiliates.
California_James T. & Martha E. Davis Scholarship
The scholarship recipients must be academically talented and must be a Junior. The recipients must also maintain good academic standing throughout the term of this award. Scholarships are to be granted to one per year. Preference is to be given to a student from Fayette County first then Greene, Washington, and Westmoreland Counties in that order.
California_Janene Ferris Witchey Memorial Scholarship Fund
One scholarship shall be awarded to a Pennsylvania Western University - California campus female Freshman student, majoring in Business Administration or related field, who has graduated from the Yough School District, with a minimum GPA of 3.0 that has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to support her education at the University. Awards of the scholarship can be renewed for students who continue to meet these qualifications, but in no event for more than seven (7) semesters. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to a female student from another high school in Westmoreland County.
California_Janet Johns Knisley Memorial Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to Pennsylvania Western University - California campus students at the discretion of the Director of Financial Aid, at times in consultation with the Office of Student Success.
California_Janis M. Zivic '64 Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students enrolled at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus who are members of underrepresented groups including lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning, intersex or asexual and have distinguished themselves with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Preference may be given to students who have demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. The University may modify any selection criteria if determined to be contrary to law or University policy.
California_Jay & Cissy Zeffiro Scholarship Fund
Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University in the areas of business, economics or in the arts and sciences. A first year entering student must demonstrate academic promise with a minimum QPA of 2.5. If the awardee is an existing student at PennWest University - California campus, the student must show academic achievement with a minimum QPA of 2.5.
California_Jean Fleming Memorial Scholarship
One scholarship shall be awarded to one student from each undergraduate level (Freshmen, Sophomore, Junior, Senior) enrolled at PennWest - California Campus of PA. Recipients must be graduates of Albert Gallatin Area Senior High School. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a 3.0 GPA. Renewal of the scholarship is contingent upon the student(s) maintaining a 3.0 GPA. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Jeff & Beverly Berger Endowed Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to full time students majoring in Business. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. The scholarship shall be renewable for up to 3 years provided that all the qualifications are met.
California_Jeff & Gerri Jones Family Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students majoring in Arts and Design, Theater, or Music. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. If in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, the award will be given to a student who demonstrates financial need. Scholarships shall be renewed for a total of seven semesters.
California_Jennie Adams Carter Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to African-American students who embody the values of Jennie Adams Carter - academic excellence and leadership in service to a multicultural community. Recipients shall be full-time junior or senior students who have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and a demonstrated need for financial aid to continue their education at the University.
California_Jeron Xavier Grayson Scholarship
Preference for scholarship shall be given to students from Pittsburgh Schenley High School, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, who enroll as students at PennWest - California campus. After Pittsburgh Schenley High School permanently closes in 2011, preference for scholarships will be given to students from Barack Obama Academy of International Studies 6-12 (also known as Pittsburgh Obama 6-12) and then to students from any successor school if Barack Obama Academy of International Studies 6-12 ceases to exists. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0. Additional preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified from the preferred high school, a scholarship(s) may be awarded to a student(s) from another Pittsburgh public high school. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of eight semesters.
California_Jesse G. Hereda Honors Program Scholarship
Scholarship shall be awarded to students enrolled in the University Honors Program. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.25. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient cannot be identified, the award will be given to a student demonstrating financial need.
California_Joan L. Helsel University Band Endowed Scholarship Fund
Scholarships from the fund will be awarded to students who participate in the PennWest - Cal U Campus Band. Recipients must have distinguished themselves with a high school GPA of 3.0 and an SAT combined minimum score of 1000 (Critical reading and mathematics). The scholarship will initially be awarded to an entering Freshman and may be annually-renewable only if the recipient maintains 3.0 GPA and continues participation in PennWest - Cal U Campus Band in both fall and spring semesters of each year. It is available to an individual recipient for a maximum of four academic years (freshman, sophomore, junior, and senior). However, a formal application must be filed each year and preference will be given to awarding scholarships to upper class students who have previously received scholarships from the Fund.
California_JoAnne Mastandrea Welling Special Education Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to full-time undergraduate students majoring in Special Education. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to students with financial need.
California_Joe & Debra Hardy Baseball Award
Consideration for this award shall be given to all full-time undergraduate students enrolled at the University who have achieved outstanding academic records, a 3.0 GPA, who are committed to providing service to the community, and who have demonstrated an ability to contribute to the overall success of the team. Each award shall be made for one academic year. Further, extraordinary accomplishments by a recipient may enable that recipient to be again considered for the award.
California_Joe Sarra Football Scholarship
Consideration for this scholarship shall be awarded to all full-time undergraduate students enrolled or planning to enroll at the University who are members of the University's football team, who have demonstrated a dedication to the sport and to California University of PA and who show a strong work ethic. May be renewed for subsequent years providing the recipient continues to meet the conditions of eligibility and funds are available.
California_John & Helen Beswarick Scholarship Fund
Scholarships of at least $1,000 will be made available for annual distribution. Scholarships shall be awarded to students enrolled in PennWest California who are majoring in the Bachelor of Veterinary Technology program and have demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the university. In the event that a qualified recipient isn't available, scholarships can be awarded to students majoring in any of the veterinary or education programs who also have financial need.
California_John & Jean Stofan Music Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students majoring in Commercial Music Technology. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of at least a 3.0. Preference will be given to any such students who have demonstrated need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. If in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient cannot be identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to any student enrolled at PennWest - California campus who exhibits financial need. Scholarships may be renewed for up to eight semesters.
California_John Bitonti Memorial Award
Scholarships shall be awarded to students majoring in Communications Disorders. Qualified students must have achieved Junior class status (minimum of 60 completed credits), completed at least five Communications Disorder courses, and must have distinguished themselves with a minimum GPA of 3.0 both overall and in their major. Preference will be given to any such student that has demonstrated need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. If in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to a student majoring in Communications Disorders who demonstrates a financial need.
California_John C. McCrory Memorial Technology Education Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to Juniors (64-95 credits) majoring in Technology Education at PennWest - California campus. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0. Students must also write a 500 word essay describing their volunteerism in Community Service Activities with emphasis on being a Volunteer Fire Fighter. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_John Garlow Scholarship
Recipient students must have demonstrated academic performance to be fully eligible to receive scholarships, practice and compete according to the guidelines established by the National Collegiate Athletic Association, or any successor governing athletic body with which the University may affiliate. Recipients shall be members in good standing of the University's intercollegiate Women's Basketball Team. First preference will be given to a basketball player from the Connellsville Area School District or its successor district. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of seven semesters providing that the student meets Satisfactory Academic Progress requirements as set forth by Pennsylvania Western University, the National Collegiate Athletic Association, or any successor governing athletic body with which the University may affiliate.
California_John J. Vitchoff, Jr. Family Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to Pennsylvania Western University - California campus Sophomore, Junior or Senior students who have graduated from school districts in Washington, Fayette, Somerset or Westmoreland Counties in PA, is a member of the Support for Success Program and has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to support their education at the University. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, scholarships shall be awarded on the basis of financial need.
California_John P. & Carole Watkins Womens Tennis Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to student athletes who participate in the sports of tennis and who have remained in good academic standing and show qualities of character consistent with University expectations for students.
California_Jonathan Alexander Currie Memorial Scholarship Fund
Scholarship recipients must have distinguished themselves with a 3.0 GPA. Preference will be given to any non-traditional student, pursing a major in the Earth Sciences (with priority to Environmental Earth Science, Geology, Meteorology) who demonstrates commitment to the field through involvement in a wide scope of academic opportunities and extra-curricular activities to enhance his/her knowledge and ability; and who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. In the event there might be no student(s) so qualified, awards may be made to a worthy student(s) with demonstrated financial need.
California_Joseph "Moe" & Rita Susick Belle Vernon Area Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to incoming Freshmen enrolled at PennWest - California campus. Recipients must be graduates of Belle Vernon High School. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Joseph A. Main AFGE/UMWA Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to full-time undergraduate student at PennWest University - California campus. Who is a current member or employee or the child or a grandchild of a current member or employee of either AFGE or UMWA. If in a given year, no AFGE/UMWA affiliated candidate emerges from the AFGE/UMWA review, then the scholarship shall not be awarded.
California_Joseph Dochinez Family Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students who have demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. Preference will be given to a student who is a graduate of Meyersdale High School. If, in given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to a student with financial need. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of seven semesters.
California_Joseph Dochinez Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students majoring in Education at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Joseph P. Smyth '38 Memorial Scholarship Fund
Scholarship recipients shall demonstrate a desire for academic success, despite the hardships that they have faced and overcome. The selection criteria, in order of importance are to be as follows:
a. Demonstrated financial need.
b. Degree of hardship experienced by the applicant, as well as their efforts and success in overcoming that hardship to achieve academic success. The criterion is to be evaluated based on the essay noted in Paragraph #2 above and other supporting material.
c. Academic records.
d. Efforts made by applicant to meet the financial requirements of attending PennWest - California campus.
Applicants for Fund will submit 500 word essay to address the following:
“Describe any difficult circumstances that you and your family have faced as you were growing up. Include any personal or financial hardship you and your family experienced. Describe how these events affected your academic performance and how you responded personally to them. What motivated you to overcome these obstacles and what have you learned from this experience.”
a. Demonstrated financial need.
b. Degree of hardship experienced by the applicant, as well as their efforts and success in overcoming that hardship to achieve academic success. The criterion is to be evaluated based on the essay noted in Paragraph #2 above and other supporting material.
c. Academic records.
d. Efforts made by applicant to meet the financial requirements of attending PennWest - California campus.
Applicants for Fund will submit 500 word essay to address the following:
“Describe any difficult circumstances that you and your family have faced as you were growing up. Include any personal or financial hardship you and your family experienced. Describe how these events affected your academic performance and how you responded personally to them. What motivated you to overcome these obstacles and what have you learned from this experience.”
California_Joy M. Helsel Social Fraternity/Sorority Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to Junior or Senior students who have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.25 or higher. Preference will be given to students who are members in good standing with a PennWest - California campus recognized social fraternity or sorority and have demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. If, in a particular year, no student meets the aforementioned criteria, the Scholarship Committee will select a student, with demonstrated financial need. Scholarships may be renewable for a total of six semesters.
California_Joyce M. Theakston Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students enrolled at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus.
California_Kaitlyn Leigh Greco Memorial Scholarship Fund
Scholarships shall be awarded to Pennsylvania Western University - California campus students who are majoring in Elementary Education and have a GPA of at least 3.0. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to a student based on financial need.
California_Karen Hjerpe Scholarship for Women's Volleyball
Scholarships shall be awarded to Freshmen, Sophomore, Junior or Senior members of the PennWest - California Campus of PA Women's Volleyball team. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0.
California_Karen L. (Ostapowicz) Susick Monessen High School Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to incoming freshman students enrolled at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus who are graduates of Monessen High School and majoring in Education. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to students based on financial need.
California_Karnash/Mandell Scholarship Fund
Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0 and be enrolled in the Business major at PennWest - California campus. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. The scholarship award will be renewable for up to three academic years if all the qualifications were met.
California_Katusa Scholarship - Football
To be considered, students must meet all eligibility requirement set by the NCAA. Prospective athletes will automatically be considered when appropriate. There is no application. Scholarships are awarded by the head coach.
California_Katz Minerva Men's Baseball Scholarship
Scholarship shall be awarded to a member of the Vulcans Men's Baseball Team. Recipient must be from Pennsylvania. A qualified undergraduate student must have distinguished them self with an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher. Preference will be given to any such student that demonstrates financial need. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, then the scholarship shall be awarded to a student based on financial need.
California_Keller, Charles C. & Mary Lou Keller Rotary Fund for Sch. & Public Svc
Scholarships shall be awarded to students who meet the minimum requirements set forth by the University Selection Committee and have distinguished themselves according to the following factors:
A) Children or Grandchildren of Rotarians (living or deceased) in Rotary International District #7330 for the counties of Washington, Fayette, Green, Westmoreland, Somerset, and Cambria.
B) Applicants who participated in Rotary youth-related programs (Interact, Rotaract, RYLA or Youth Exchange)
C) If no worthy applicant is identified in subsections A or B above appears, then priority consideration should be given to those nontraditional students (students older than the typical 18-22 year old students) who meet the minimum criteria established by the University Selection Committee.
A) Children or Grandchildren of Rotarians (living or deceased) in Rotary International District #7330 for the counties of Washington, Fayette, Green, Westmoreland, Somerset, and Cambria.
B) Applicants who participated in Rotary youth-related programs (Interact, Rotaract, RYLA or Youth Exchange)
C) If no worthy applicant is identified in subsections A or B above appears, then priority consideration should be given to those nontraditional students (students older than the typical 18-22 year old students) who meet the minimum criteria established by the University Selection Committee.
California_Kenneth P. Mayton Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students enrolled at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus who have achieved a cumulative GPA of 3.0 and have demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of seven semesters.
California_Kenny Hager Memorial Scholarship Fund
This scholarship will be granted to a Junior or Senior student in good academic standing (B average) who needs financial assistance and is majoring in Graphic Communications.
California_Kody Dwire Memorial Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to a Pennsylvania Western University - California campus student from Somerset County, PA, who is majoring in Geology that has achieved junior or senior status, and has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. If no Geology majors from Somerset County, PA, are identified the scholarship will be awarded to a junior or senior Geology major demonstrating financial need. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, scholarships shall be awarded on the basis of financial need. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of seven semesters.
California_Koury Family PGM Internship Award
Awards shall be presented to students enrolled in the Professional Golf Management (PGM) program who have accepted internships as approved by the PGM Director. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Kurt Nordstrom Memorial Scholarship Fund
Scholarships shall be awarded to students enrolled in the Department of Applied Engineering and Technology. Recipients do not necessarily have to excel academically or demonstrate most financial need. Scholarships should rather be awarded to recipients who have a real desire to succeed in the field of graphic communications. If a recipient changes his/her major, then the scholarship is to remain in the Department of Applied Engineering and Technology.
California_Larry Maggi Endowed Scholarship Fund
Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0 and be residents of Washington County, PA. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. The scholarship award will be renewable for up to three academic years if all the qualifications are met.
California_Laverne Bazilwich Richey Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students who have attained outstanding academic credentials (3.0 or higher QPA), show empathy with women's issues and possess an interest in careers in medicine and/or law. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Lawrence L. Mauro Family Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students enrolled at California University who are majoring in any of the Mathematics or Computer Science programs at the University and has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to support their education at the University. In the event that those majors do not exist, the award will be given to a student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to support their education at the University.
California_Lazzaro Family Scholarship Fund
Scholarships will be awarded to students who have distinguished themselves with a high school GPA of 3.0 and who have declared their major to be Chemistry. Preference in selection will be given to those with highest academic achievement and then financial need. Initial scholarship awards will be made to entering freshman and thereafter to previous recipients and Chemistry majors, who maintains at least a 3.0 GPA in academic work at PennWest - California Campus of PA. In the event that there might be no student(s) so qualified, awards may be made to a worthy student(s) majoring in science or mathematics.
California_Leonard M. & Donna Fisher Colelli Scholarship
Consideration for this scholarship shall be given to all full-time undergraduate students enrolled at the University who have achieved outstanding academic records, and who have an appreciation for the "fine arts" (with an emphasis in art, music, or literature). Each scholarship will be awarded for one academic year, and will be non-renewable.
California_Lillian E. Hammitt Music Scholarship
The student must be admitted to or enrolled at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus as a full time undergraduate. The student must plan to or be enrolled for credit in the performing ensemble that grants the scholarships. Applicants must be recommended by the previous ensemble director and/or their private instructor. The initial award for incoming Freshmen and transfer students require a live audition. Preference will be given to students enrolled in the College of Education. Financial need will be considered.
Renewal Criteria: Awardee must maintain a 3.5 QPA in all scholarship granting performing musical ensembles that are taken for credit and 2.0 QPA overall.
Renewal Criteria: Awardee must maintain a 3.5 QPA in all scholarship granting performing musical ensembles that are taken for credit and 2.0 QPA overall.
California_Lillian Majoros Bassi '49 Education Scholarship Fund
Scholarship recipients must be enrolled Juniors or Seniors who have distinguished themselves with a 2.5 GPA during two (2) years of enrollment at the University. Preference will be given to students who:
a) Have demonstrated need for financial assistance;
b) Entered the University within two (2) years of completing their secondary education;
c) Are pursuing degrees with a major in Elementary Education;
d) Have active an extra-curricular involvement such as, but not limited to, athletics, campus media, publications, service, or leadership organizations;
e) Have been personally interviewed by the Committee and found deserving of award; and
f) Would make an excellent classroom teacher.
In the event that there might be no student(s) so qualified, no award need be made for that year.
a) Have demonstrated need for financial assistance;
b) Entered the University within two (2) years of completing their secondary education;
c) Are pursuing degrees with a major in Elementary Education;
d) Have active an extra-curricular involvement such as, but not limited to, athletics, campus media, publications, service, or leadership organizations;
e) Have been personally interviewed by the Committee and found deserving of award; and
f) Would make an excellent classroom teacher.
In the event that there might be no student(s) so qualified, no award need be made for that year.
California_Linda K. Dixon Scholarship in Biology
Scholarships shall be awarded to students in their Junior Year (64-95 credits) who have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. A minimum GPA of 3.0 must be in maintained at PennWest - California campus in order for the award to be renewed. In addition to maintaining a 3.0 GPA, preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Linda R. Vecchitto Memorial Scholarship
Preference will be given to a student from the Bronx, New York, if no such student exists, secondary preference will be given to a student who has demonstrated a leadership role in a University club or organization and has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. Scholarships may be renewable for a total of eight semesters.
California_Lindsey Marie Popelas Memorial Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to incoming freshman students at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and have demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. Preference will be given to a graduate of California Area High School District or it's successor district who is majoring in Education with second preference given to a graduate of that school district majoring in any field of study offered at the University. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, scholarships shall be awarded to incoming Freshmen students from a Mid-Mon Valley School District who meet the qualifications with preference given to a graduate majoring in Education.
California_Lippencott Family "Coal Bowl" Football Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to student athletes who have distinguished themselves in football. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Lorin & Susan Waitkus Scholarship Fund
Scholarship recipients must have distinguished themselves with a 3.0 GPA. Preference will be given to students who have demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University . Preference in selections will be given to students who have attained the rank of Junior and intend to receive certification to teach subjects in Technical Education in public schools grades K-12. In the event that there might be no student(s) so qualified, awards may be made to a worthy student(s) with demonstrated financial need who most closely meet these criteria.
California_Louise J. Nason Scholarship for Women
Two equal value scholarships will be awarded to female students who are enrolled at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus that are majoring in Special Education. Preference shall be given to students who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to Pennsylvania Western University - California campus female students that are majoring in Education.
California_Love and Long L.L.P. Scholarship
Scholarship(s) shall be awarded to students who are enrolled at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus and who are members of either Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority or Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. If in a given year, a recipient is not available, the scholarship can be awarded to a student with financial need. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University
California_Lurene M. Hartman Durna Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to undergraduate students majoring in any Education-related major in the School of Education and Human Services. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. Once selected, recipients will be renewed for a total of eight semesters providing recipients remain in good standing and are making normal progress to a degree.
California_Marcy Rye Blout & Patrick Miller Scholarship in Communication Studies
Scholarships will be given to Juniors (64-95 credits) majoring in Communication Studies. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with an overall GPA of 3.25 and 3.5 in their major. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Marie & Floyd Ganassi Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to Pennsylvania Western University - California campus students who are enrolled in the RN-BSN Nursing program who have demonstrated a need for financial assistance to support their education at the University. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, scholarships shall be awarded to student based on financial need.
California_Mario V. Tiberi Memorial Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students from Fayette County, PA. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0 minimum. If possible the scholarship should be given to a student athlete. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. Scholarships are not to be renewed. If in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded and determined by the Director of Financial Aid.
California_Marjorie Henshaw Holman Award
This award shall be for an incoming Freshman student majoring in Elementary Education. The student must have a GPA of 3.0 or better and be a graduate of Uniontown High School in Uniontown, PA. Awards will be granted for one academic year and will be non-renewable.
California_Mark C. Lewis Memorial Scholarship
Must be awarded to members of the basketball team at PennWest - California Campus of PA. Must have completed 32 credits, distinguished themselves with a 3.0 GPA, exhibited a positive attitude, demonstrated leadership abilities, and participated in community service on and off campus. In the event that no individual has maintained 3.0 GPA, the most qualified candidate may be considered.
California_Mary Lonigro Scholarship Fund
Scholarships shall be awarded to students at PennWest - California Campus of PA who are members of the men's basketball team. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Mary Noss Freshman Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded yearly to one student in each of Washington County's fourteen public and two parochial schools. The student must be enrolled as a full time student. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Matthew A. Laick Scholarship in Business & Finance
Scholarships shall be awarded to students majoring in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance. Qualified students must be undergraduates who have distinguished themselves with a minimum GPA of 3.0. First preference will be given to students who attended Mt. Pleasant High School, with second preference to students who attend any high school in Westmoreland County. Preference will be given to a student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of eight semesters.
California_McVey Family Memorial Endowment
Scholarships shall be awarded to students majoring in any discipline. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 2.75-4.00. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. Other preferences? Fayette, Somerset Counties, or as needed.
California_Melanie J. and Fred Blumberg Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to Junior or Senior students majoring in Political Science with demonstrated need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. Preference will be given to students who have a demonstrated record of sustained civic engagement such as volunteering/ working on a political campaign, volunteering/working for a non-profit organization or completing a political internship. Civic engagement activities must be recorded/validated on the student's CUE Transcript and/or Academic Transcript.
California_Men's Roosterhead Rugby Alumni Group Scholarship
Scholarship(s) shall be awarded to an incoming Freshman student that has previous experience and participation in an organized rugby program and will be an active member of the Pennsylvania Western University - Cal U Men's Roosterhead Rugby Club and has distinguished themselves with a high school GPA of 3.0 or higher. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. If in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient cannot be identified, the award will be given to a Freshman student who demonstrates financial need.
California_Michael & Len Keller Memorial Scholarship
Consideration for this scholarship shall be given to all non-traditional (male or female, 30 years of age or older) students enrolled at PennWest University - California campus, who have attained at least sophomore status, who have achieved positive academic records (GPA of at least 3.0) and who successfully manage responsibilities which exist beyond their academic studies. Students must submit two letters of recommendation and must provide a letter of application. Within this letter, candidates must indicate their educational and career goals, and must describe how this award will be beneficial to their long-range plans. In the event more than one successful candidate is identified, preference will be given to those students participating in the Student Ambassadors program. Each award shall be for one academic year. Further extraordinary accomplishments by a recipient may enable that recipient to again be considered for this award.
California_Michael and Judy Andresky Liberal Arts Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to Junior or Senior at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus who are enrolled in Criminal Justice or Communication Studies programs and have a GPA of at least 3.0. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to students based on merit or financial need. Scholarships can be renewed for a total of up to four semesters.
California_Michael J. '68 & Nancy K. Napolitano Scholarship
When the total annual distribution is less than $1000, the funds will be distributed to a student for internship expenses. When the total annual distribution is $1000 or more, the funds will be distributed equally to a student for internship expenses and to a student who is a member of the varsity baseball team. All qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0 and preference will be given to any such students who have demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Michael J. and Dolores Kara Scholarship
Consideration for this award shall be given to all full-time undergraduate students enrolled or planning to enroll at the University who are graduates of Belle Vernon High School. At the donor's request, first preference shall be given to students who may come from a foster home. Students considered for this scholarship shall demonstrate high moral character, a respect for their teachers and elders, involvement in the community and self-reliance as demonstrated by their holding a part time or full-time job to help pay for their own education or to assist with providing for their family. If in a given year a successful candidate is not identified from the Belle Vernon High School, second preference shall be given to students from Monessen High School or the Charleroi Area High School . Shall be renewed for subsequent years providing the recipient remains in good academic standing and continues to meet the conditions of eligibility.
California_Michael R. Napier Applied Criminology Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to Pennsylvania Western University - California campus students who are enrolled in the Master's Degree program in Applied Criminology. Preference shall be given to student who require financial assistance to continue their studies at the University. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) cannot be identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to a graduate student in the Applied Criminology program without regard to financial need. Scholarships may be renewed if the recipient continues to have the greatest financial need of eligible students in the following year.
California_Michele L. McMillen Memorial Scholarship Fund
Scholarships may be awarded to incoming Freshmen students enrolled at the University. Recipients must be graduates of Jefferson-Morgan High School (Greene County, PA) or it's successor district(s) who have achieved a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or greater in their high school studies. Preference will be given to female students who have demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. In the event that there might be no female so qualified, the scholarship may be awarded to a male graduate from Jefferson-Morgan, or a female graduate of a different district.
California_Middle Level Math Education Scholarship Fund
Scholarships shall be awarded to students enrolled at PennWest - California campus. First preference will be given to students who are high school graduates of the Belle Vernon Area School District majoring in Middle Level Math Education and have demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. If no student in the Belle Vernon Area School District is available, the scholarship shall be awarded to students majoring in Middle Level Math Education.
California_Mildred Swift Funk Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to deserving students who are single mothers. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a 2.5 GPA. When single mothers are not identified, other adult learners may be eligible for award. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Minor W. Major Memorial Scholarship Fund
Scholarships shall be awarded during the Spring semester to a Junior student majoring in English for use in the recipient's Senior year. Qualified students must have completed all undergraduate academic years of study at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus, have distinguished themselves with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and have demonstrated campus and community service. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient is not identified, scholarships shall be awarded to a Junior student majoring in English who has demonstrated academic excellence and campus and community service.
California_Minor/Walton Scholarship
Consideration for this scholarship shall be given to all full-time undergraduate students enrolled or planning to enroll at the University who are residents of the Mon Valley area. For purposes of this scholarship, the Mon Valley area is to include Fayette County and Washington. Donors request that first preference be given to those students whose ethnic, cultural and/or national backgrounds contributes to the diversity of the student body. To the extent permitted by law, first consideration for this scholarship shall be given to African American students. Students must also have demonstrated a financial need as determined by the Office of Student Aid. Each scholarship shall be awarded for one (1) academic year and may be renewed for subsequent years providing the recipient continues to meet the conditions of eligibility and funds are available.
California_Mitchell & Cheryl Kozikowski Scholarship Fund
Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0 and be enrolled as an English major at PennWest - California Campus. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. The scholarship will be renewable for up to three academic years if all the qualifications are met.
California_Mon Valley NAACP Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to incoming Freshmen students attending Pennsylvania Western University - California campus. Recipients must be African-American graduates of a Mon Valley NAACP service area school district that currently includes Belle Vernon Area, Bentworth, Bethlehem Center, Brownsville, California Area, Charleroi Area, Elizabeth Forward, Monessen, Ringgold, and Yough School Districts. Recipients must have achieved the minimum acceptance admissions criteria and a combined SAT critical reading and math only score of 930 or an ACT composite score of 20. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Monongahela Valley Hospital Registered Nurse Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to Junior or Senior students majoring in Nursing. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 2.5. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Mr. James J. Baron Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to Freshman, Sophomore, Juniors or Seniors enrolled at PennWest - California Campus of PA. Qualified students must be graduates of Brownsville Area High School. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Nancy P. Goff Memorial Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students minoring in Leadership Studies. Preference will be given to a student who participates in Student Government and/or a club within the College of Liberal Arts and has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. If in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to students with financial need. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of eight semesters.
California_Norman & Ellen Hasbrouck & Kristi Adkins Schol. Adopted Students
Preference will be given to a student who has been adopted into a permanent family environment or has been placed into foster care by a Pennsylvania licensed agency and has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, any monies not awarded will be returned to the Fund. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of seven semesters.
California_Norman & Ellen Hasbrouck Family California Area Scholarship
Scholarship recipients must have distinguished themselves with a 3.0 GPA. Preference will be given to graduates of California Area School District, or successor districts in the event of future mergers or realignments, who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. In the event that there might be no student(s) so qualified , awards may be made to a worthy student(s) with demonstrated financial need.
California_Norman & Ellen Hasbrouck Honors Scholarship
Consideration for this scholarship shall be awarded to all full-time undergraduate students enrolled or planning to enroll at the University who have achieved outstanding academic records, and who are enrolled in the Honors program at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus. Donors prefer the following selection preference:
a) Bethlehem Center High School;
b) California Area High School;
c) Corry Area High School;
d) Greenville Area High School;
e) Washington, Greene, Fayette or Westmoreland Counties;
f) other Pennsylvania high schools; and g) remaining 49 states.
Incoming students must possess a 1200 SAT score, current students must achieve a 3.75 QPA. May be renewed for subsequent years providing the recipient continues to meet their conditions of eligibility and funds are available.
a) Bethlehem Center High School;
b) California Area High School;
c) Corry Area High School;
d) Greenville Area High School;
e) Washington, Greene, Fayette or Westmoreland Counties;
f) other Pennsylvania high schools; and g) remaining 49 states.
Incoming students must possess a 1200 SAT score, current students must achieve a 3.75 QPA. May be renewed for subsequent years providing the recipient continues to meet their conditions of eligibility and funds are available.
California_Norval E. Hutchison & Mildred Hutchison Memorial Fund
General purposes - include all manner of support to the preservation and enhancement of Pennsylvania Western University - California campus including but not limited to: student scholarships, prizes, grants in aid, faculty academic resources, development, education, travel, stipends, honoraria, lectureship or scholarly activity, and any other purposes for which the University may request support of the Foundation.
California_NSF Stem ACCESS Scholarship
The Aligning Career & Campus Experiences for Student Success (ACCESS) scholarship offers students up to $10,000 per year in scholarship support and access to unique learning experiences both in and out of the classroom. It also provides you with a wide variety of opportunities for networking, internships and eventual job placement. Scholarship dollars received may be used to cover tuition, on-campus room and board for four years. Recipients are also eligible for a summer stipend that allows you to participate in research. Students are mentored by specially trained faculty advisors who will help you develop cross-disciplinary skills that are so valuable in today’s workplace. Scholarship recipients also have access to many pre-professional and career development opportunities.
Students accepted to the ACCESS program will receive scholarship funds to cover unmet need, determined after available financial assistance from federal, state, and local scholarships have been calculated. An ACCESS scholarship will be awarded in the student’s first year based upon unmet financial need and continued for four years leading to graduation. The neediest students will qualify for the maximum amount of financial assistance. ACCESS scholarships will be renewed annually if students meet the criteria described below, for a total of four years of scholarship funding for each eligible student.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Complete FAFSA application at https://studentaid.gov/.
- Pell eligible
- Incoming Freshman, non-transfer student
- 2.8, 3.0 preferred GPA
- Mechatronics Engineering Technology BS, Electrical Engineering Technology BS, and Electrical Engineering Technology BS with concentration in Computer Engineering Technology majors
We would like evidence of academic talent. Low-income status is based on PELL eligibility, which is required for consideration; students who are not PELL eligible will not be considered for the ACCESS Scholarship. In addition to meeting the basic requirements for eligibility, prospective scholarship recipients must submit an application form, as well as an essay responding to a predetermined prompt about career goals, need for the scholarship, and plan for support if this scholarship funding is not awarded. Students will also submit one letter of recommendation.
Between submission deadline and beginning of application review, the committee will contact any applicant with an incomplete file and provide guidance for completion of the file. All applicants will be ranked according to rubric score. The top students will be offered the scholarship. If the applicant pool meets all criteria but exceeds the amount of scholarship funds available, the committee will conduct telephone and/or video interviews as a final step in choosing cohort participants.
Applicants not selected for the scholarship will be placed on a waitlist in order of initial score and date of application submission. In the event a selected student chooses not to enroll in Pennsylvania Western University - California campus and/or an ACCESS-eligible major or otherwise fails to meet enrollment requirements, the scholarship will be offered to the next highest-ranking applicant on the list. Should a Scholar be unable to maintain the scholarship, change their major to a degree program not eligible for ACCESS, or leave Pennsylvania Western University - California campus, the remainder of their scholarship funds will be awarded to the highest-ranking applicant on the cohort waitlist, beginning in the next award semester.
Complete your FAFSA Application at Federal Student Aid
Pennsylvania Western University
Federal School Code: 003316
Students accepted to the ACCESS program will receive scholarship funds to cover unmet need, determined after available financial assistance from federal, state, and local scholarships have been calculated. An ACCESS scholarship will be awarded in the student’s first year based upon unmet financial need and continued for four years leading to graduation. The neediest students will qualify for the maximum amount of financial assistance. ACCESS scholarships will be renewed annually if students meet the criteria described below, for a total of four years of scholarship funding for each eligible student.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Complete FAFSA application at https://studentaid.gov/.
- Pell eligible
- Incoming Freshman, non-transfer student
- 2.8, 3.0 preferred GPA
- Mechatronics Engineering Technology BS, Electrical Engineering Technology BS, and Electrical Engineering Technology BS with concentration in Computer Engineering Technology majors
We would like evidence of academic talent. Low-income status is based on PELL eligibility, which is required for consideration; students who are not PELL eligible will not be considered for the ACCESS Scholarship. In addition to meeting the basic requirements for eligibility, prospective scholarship recipients must submit an application form, as well as an essay responding to a predetermined prompt about career goals, need for the scholarship, and plan for support if this scholarship funding is not awarded. Students will also submit one letter of recommendation.
Between submission deadline and beginning of application review, the committee will contact any applicant with an incomplete file and provide guidance for completion of the file. All applicants will be ranked according to rubric score. The top students will be offered the scholarship. If the applicant pool meets all criteria but exceeds the amount of scholarship funds available, the committee will conduct telephone and/or video interviews as a final step in choosing cohort participants.
Applicants not selected for the scholarship will be placed on a waitlist in order of initial score and date of application submission. In the event a selected student chooses not to enroll in Pennsylvania Western University - California campus and/or an ACCESS-eligible major or otherwise fails to meet enrollment requirements, the scholarship will be offered to the next highest-ranking applicant on the list. Should a Scholar be unable to maintain the scholarship, change their major to a degree program not eligible for ACCESS, or leave Pennsylvania Western University - California campus, the remainder of their scholarship funds will be awarded to the highest-ranking applicant on the cohort waitlist, beginning in the next award semester.
Complete your FAFSA Application at Federal Student Aid
Pennsylvania Western University
Federal School Code: 003316
California_Nursing Alumni Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to Junior or Senior students majoring in Nursing. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of four semesters.
California_O.C. Cluss Lumber Student-Athlete Scholarship
Consideration for this scholarship shall be given to Freshmen, Sophomore or Junior undergraduate student athletes enrolled at the University who have achieved outstanding academic records, and who are members of the PennWest - California Campus intercollegiate athletic team. Incoming Freshmen and graduating Seniors are not eligible for award. One male and one female annually shall be awarded for one academic year. Past recipients may be considered for subsequent years providing he recipient continues to meet the conditions of eligibility and funds are available.
California_O'Leary Scholars Fund
Scholarships shall be awarded to students in health related fields of study. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Olga Toth Gazalie '41 & Albert E. Gazalie Scholarship
Scholarships from proceeds of the Fund will be awarded to Freshmen students entering Honors Program. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of seven semesters so long as the recipient(s) remains in Honors Program and maintains a minimum GPA of 3.25. Preference will be given to students majoring in programs of Business or Economics department or having demonstrated commitment to the establishment and operation of small-business enterprise(s). If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient is not identified, then the scholarship shall be awarded to a Freshman student entering the Honors Program.
California_Oren Holman Scholarship Endowment
Scholarships should be given to all full time undergraduate students enrolled or planning to enroll at PennWest - California campus who have demonstrated financial need. Each Scholarship shall be awarded for one academic year and may be renewed for subsequent years providing the recipient continues to meet the conditions of eligibility and funds are available.
California_PA American Water Co Scholarship in Memory of Gerald C. Smith
Scholarships shall be awarded to students who have distinguished themselves with a high school GPA of 3.0 and an SAT combined minimum score of 1000. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. Awardees should concentrate their studies in the following preferred areas of study: Environmental Science, Chemistry or Biology.
California_Pasquale & Maria Tarullo Music Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students who are active members of a Department of Music performing ensemble. Preference will be given to students who have demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. The first $500 of annual distribution shall be awarded as scholarship. When the total amount available for annual distribution exceeds $500, the additional funds should be divided equally between the Pasquale and Maria Tarullo Music Scholarship and the Tarullo Music Department Award. The Tarullo Music Department Award shall be used at the discretion of the Department of Music Chairperson.
California_Paul J. Killius, Jr. Special Education Scholarship
The scholarship will be for undergraduate and/or graduate students majoring in Special Education certification degree programs.
California_Paul W. Mudry Memorial Scholarship
Consideration for this scholarship shall be given to all full-time undergraduates who are currently assigned as work-study students and have also completed one previous work-study assignment in the Physical Plant Department. Eligible candidates must have successfully completed 32 undergraduate credits at Pennsylvania Western University - California campus, have maintained a minimum QPA average of 2.67, and have a demonstrated financial need to continue their education. Each scholarship shall be awarded for one (1) academic year. In the event that a student meeting these qualifications isn't identified, the scholarship can be awarded to a student based on financial need.
California_Perry Family Scholarship Fund
Scholarship recipients must be students in good standing who participate in inter-collegiate football program of the University. Preference will be given to a student(s) enrolled in a major in Education and in the event that there might be no student(s) so qualified, awards may be made to a student(s) enrolled in other academic majors.
California_Phi Delta Kappa Education Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to Junior-level students who have been admitted into a teacher education program within the College of Education and Human Services. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of at least 3.50 within any of the certification programs within the College of Education and Human Services. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Phil Schaltenbrand/Westerwald Pottery Scholarship
The scholarship is a one time award given to an incoming Freshman. A local person from the five-county area consisting of: Allegheny, Fayette, Greene, Washington, and Westmoreland will be given first consideration. If no applicant is found, then it will be opened to anyone in the state of Pennsylvania. GPA (must be in top 10% of graduating class) and class rank are very crucial . If college board scores are high they will be considered, but not carry as much weight as the other two criteria. Applicants must write a one-page essay stating therein what their educational goals are at PennWest University - California campus; what they expect to accomplish with it; and why they are coming to school at PennWest University - California campus.
California_Philip A. Lovejoy Memorial Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students enrolled in the Department of Applied Engineering and Technology, pursing a degree in Technology Education. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of seven semesters.
California_Phillips-Singer-Garvis Scholars Fund
Scholarships shall be awarded to Junior and Senior students majoring in Technology Education. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of four semesters.
California_Phyllis McManus Class of 1970 Scholarship Fund
Recipients shall be graduates of Brownsville High School, or any other high school subsequently serving the Brownsville, Pennsylvania geographic region should Brownsville High School cease to exist. First preference shall be given to students enrolled in Nursing, with second preference to students enrolled in the Education program. If no qualified student is enrolled in either Nursing or Education, any student meeting the geographic and other requirements of this agreement may be selected. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of eight semesters.
California_Pittsburgh Penguins Scholarship
Scholarships will be awarded annually to full-time students who have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. The scholarship can be renewed.
California_Post - 9/11 Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to undergraduate students who are attending Pennsylvania Western University - California main campus and have served a minimum of 90 consecutive days of active duty after September 11, 2001 as a member of the United States Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Coast Guard (excludes active duty training or initial entry training)or as a member of the Reserve or National Guard components. Students must have achieved a minimum GPA of 2.75 and have demonstrated need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. Scholarship value is contingent upon availability and multiple scholarships may be awarded in any given year provided that the amount of each award is not less than $250.00. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of two semesters.
California_Presidential Scholarships
Students enrolled at California University of Pennsylvania
California_President's Gala Scholarship Endowment
Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Professional Golf Management Program Scholarship Fund
Scholarship recipients must be Juniors or Seniors enrolled in the Professional Golf Management (PGM) Program concentration of courses and maintaining a 3.0 GPA. Awards will be made to those students who have satisfactorily participated in each Program internship opportunity and demonstrated a commitment to the Program in activities, such as the PGM Student Society. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. In the event that there might be no student(s) so qualified, awards may be made to a worthy student(s) with demonstrated financial need.
California_Professor Merrell E. Holman '42 & Charles B. Holman '05 Honors Scholarship
Scholarship recipients must be sophomores enrolled in good standing as members of the University's Honors Program.
The criteria shall be:
a. Demonstrated need for financial assistance; and
b. Majoring in Education/Political Science/Biology; and
c. Good standing in the University Honors Program; and
d. Demonstrated willingness and ability to be of service to others and this country; and
e. Written certification in a single paragraph by the Director of the Honors Program, that the recipient qualifies under criteria (c) and (d) to include
illustrations of recent activities supporting criterion ( d)
The criteria shall be:
a. Demonstrated need for financial assistance; and
b. Majoring in Education/Political Science/Biology; and
c. Good standing in the University Honors Program; and
d. Demonstrated willingness and ability to be of service to others and this country; and
e. Written certification in a single paragraph by the Director of the Honors Program, that the recipient qualifies under criteria (c) and (d) to include
illustrations of recent activities supporting criterion ( d)
California_Pryor-Finley Family Athletic Scholarship
First preference for scholarships shall be given to student-athletes who graduated from a high school in the United States. Recipient student-athletes must have received a 3.0 GPA in the core high school courses and become a partial or full qualifier according to the guidelines established by the National Collegiate Athletic Association, or any successor governing athletic body with which the University may affiliate. Recipients must be of good character as determined by appropriate representatives of the University and have demonstrated a need for financial assistance as determined by officials of the University's Office of Financial Aid. Scholarship(s) may be renewable for a total of eight semesters. All recipients shall be members in good standing of the University's women's intercollegiate programs at the time of each selection.
California_Putila-Shea Scholarship Fund
Scholarships shall be awarded to minority students in underrepresented populations that require financial assistance to continue their education at the University. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to students with financial need.
California_Ralph Charney Memorial Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to a Pennsylvania Western University - California campus student who demonstrates a financial need. Scholarships shall be renewed for a total of seven semesters.
California_Ralph W. Young Family Foundation Scholarship
Scholarships may be awarded to Freshman majoring in business at PennWest - California campus. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0. Students must be graduates of a public high school within the Allegheny County Intermediate Unit (3) or the Washington Intermediate Unit (1). Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Raymond Greene Memorial Scholarship
Recipient students must have demonstrated academic performance to be fully-eligible to receive scholarships, practice, and compete according to the guidelines established by the National Collegiate Athletic Association, or any successor governing athletic body with which the University may affiliate. Recipients shall be members in good standing of the University's intercollegiate Men's Basketball Team. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of seven semesters providing the student meets Satisfactory Academic Progress requirements as set forth by PennWest - California Campus, the National Collegiate Athletic Association, or any successor governing athletic body with which the University may affiliate.
California_Raymond J. '71 & Sharon Milchovich Scholarship
Preference shall be given to students who have demonstrated a financial need to continue their education. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient is not identified, then the scholarship shall be awarded at the discretion of the Office of Financial Aid. Scholarships shall be renewed for a total of seven semesters.
California_Rev. Donald M. & Elizabeth H. Scandrol Endowed Scholarship Fund
Scholarships may be awarded to students majoring in Elementary Education. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. Scholarships may be renewed for up to eight semesters.
California_Richard & Donna Nemec Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students who are Juniors majoring in the Department of Communications Disorders. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. This scholarship will be renewable for an additional two semesters, provided the student continues to meet all the above qualifications.
California_Richard C. & Peggy Jo Grace Scholarship Fund
Scholarships shall be awarded to students who are graduates of either Cornell or Moon Area School Districts. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.0. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Richard Dishong Memorial Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to Freshmen, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior students enrolled at PennWest - California Campus of Pa. Recipients must be graduates of Bethlehem-Center High School. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with at least a 2.5 GPA. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a dire need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Richard H. & Barbara Moluski Webb Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to an incoming Freshman student entering California University of PA from the California Area High School. The recipient should have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Robena No. 3 Trust Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded annually to children of parents who are presently employed or retired from the mining industry. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Robert "Roy" Hazelwood Applied Criminology Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to Pennsylvania Western University - California campus students who are enrolled in the Master's Degree program in Applied Criminology. Preference shall be given to student who require financial assistance to continue their study at the University. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) cannot be identified, then the scholarship shall be awarded to a graduate student in the Applied Criminology program without regard to financial need. Scholarships may be renewed if the recipient continues to have the greatest financial need of eligible students in the following year.
California_Robert A. Bracci Memorial Scholarship Fund
Scholarships shall be awarded to a Pennsylvania Western University - California campus students who are majoring in Business Administration: Accounting. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient(s) is not identified, then scholarships shall be awarded to a student based on financial need.
California_Robert A. Vargo Earth Science Scholarship Fund
Consideration for this scholarship shall be given to all full-time senior undergraduate students enrolled at the University and who are majoring in Earth Science, Geography, Parks and Recreation Management or Geology. Eligible students must have minimum 3.0 GPA in their major at the end of their Junior year. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. Each scholarship shall be awarded for one (1) academic year, and may not be renewed.
California_Robert L. McKeown '80 Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to students with financial need in any major within the Applied Engineering and Technology Department. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient is not identified, then the scholarship shall be awarded to a student with financial need. Scholarships may be renewed for a total of seven semesters.
California_Robert Sumara '15 & Charles B. Holman '05 Honors Program Scholarship & Fund
Scholarship recipients must be Sophomores enrolled in good academic standing as members of the University Honors Program.
The criteria shall be:
a. Demonstrated need for financial assistance; and
b. Good standing in the University Honors Program; and
c. Demonstrated willingness and ability to be of service to others and country; and
d. Written certification in a single paragraph by the Director of the Honors Program, that the recipient qualifies under criteria (b) and (c) to include illustration(s) of recent activities supporting criterion (c).
In the event that there might be no student(s) so qualified, awards may be made to an otherwise meritorious Sophomore student(s) with demonstrated financial need.
The criteria shall be:
a. Demonstrated need for financial assistance; and
b. Good standing in the University Honors Program; and
c. Demonstrated willingness and ability to be of service to others and country; and
d. Written certification in a single paragraph by the Director of the Honors Program, that the recipient qualifies under criteria (b) and (c) to include illustration(s) of recent activities supporting criterion (c).
In the event that there might be no student(s) so qualified, awards may be made to an otherwise meritorious Sophomore student(s) with demonstrated financial need.
California_Robert W. & Marion E. Todd Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University.
California_Ron Forsythe Memorial Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded to a Junior (64-95 credits) majoring in English at PennWest - California campus. Qualified students must have distinguished themselves with a GPA of 3.25 overall and 3.5 in their major. Preference will be given to any such student who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue his/her education at the University. This award shall be renewable as for second year, providing the recipient maintains the GPA stated above.
California_Ronald "Bunny" & Geraldine M. Johns Memorial Scholarship
Scholarships shall be awarded annually to a student-athlete(s) who are members in good standing of the University's intercollegiate football team at the time of each selection. Qualified students must have disguised themselves with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Preference will be given to a student of good character who has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. Scholarship(s) may be renewable for a total of eight semesters for students who maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0.
California_Ronald & Renette Oklewicz Scholarship
Scholarships will be awarded to a student who is currently or was recently an orphan/ward of the court or has a physical disability and has demonstrated a need for financial assistance to continue their education at the University. If, in a given year, a qualified scholarship recipient is not identified, then the scholarship shall be awarded on the basis of financial need.