Hugh M. Nelson Engineering Scholarship Grant

The Hugh M. Nelson Engineering Scholarship, funded by the Erie Community Foundation, supports Erie County residents who are sophomores or juniors enrolled in an ABET-accredited BS Engineering Program at Penn State Behrend or Gannon University. Over $800,000 was awarded in 2023 to help deserving students pursue their educational goals. Selection is based on academic standing, faculty recommendations, involvement in college activities, and financial need.

In 2023, The Erie Community Foundation, and its affiliates, awarded more than $800,000 in scholarships to over 500 deserving students to pursue a post-secondary education or training.
Scholarships are awarded to Erie County residents who are currently sophomores or juniors enrolled in a BS Engineering Program at Penn State Behrend or Gannon University in an ABET accredited engineering degree program leading to a B.S. in engineering. Recipients are selected on academic standing, faculty recommendation, college activities, required applicant letter outlining their goals, and financial need.

Eligibility

Erie County residents who are currently sophomores or juniors enrolled in a BS Engineering Program at Penn State Behrend or Gannon University