Scholarships

Centre Foundation administers a variety of scholarships to support education of students in Centre County and certain out-of-county school districts. The foundation provides over $400,000 in scholarships to more than 200 local students each year.

Geographic Scope: All Centre County school districts; students from certain school districts outside Centre County

Eligible Student Categories:

• High school seniors (Centre County school districts)
• Students from certain districts outside Centre County
• Current college students
• Returning adult students

Eligibility: Each scholarship fund has specific eligibility requirements that reflect the passions or interests of the donor who created the scholarship endowment fund

Application Method: Students apply through Centre Foundation's online scholarship portal (Scholarship Lifecycle Manager - SLM)

Selection Process: Applications are reviewed and awarded by scholarship committees assigned as specified in fund agreements and in coordination with school district and post-secondary school counseling departments

Centre County High School Application Dates:

• Bellefonte Area High School: March 2, 2026 – March 23, 2026
• Bald Eagle Area High School: December 16, 2025 – February 17, 2026
• Philipsburg-Osceola Area High School: February 9, 2026 – April 17, 2026
• State College Area High School: February 16, 2026 – March 16, 2026
• Penns Valley Area High School: TBD

Note: Scholarships for returning adult students or current college students open at different times; check with your post-secondary school for specific dates.

• Phone: 814.237.6229
• Email: krista@centrefoundation.org

Headquarters: Centre Foundation, 1377 Ridge Master Drive, State College, PA 16803

Application Process

Step 1: Determine Your Eligibility

Visit Centre Foundation's scholarship portal

Identify which scholarships you qualify for based on:

- Your current educational status (high school student, college student, or returning adult)
- Your location (Centre County or specific out-of-county school districts)

Step 2: Prepare Your Application

Gather necessary documents:

- Transcripts
- Recommendation letters
- Personal essays

Clearly address how your background, interests, and goals align with the scholarship's focus

Review instructions thoroughly as each scholarship may have different submission requirements

Step 3: Apply Online

Submit your application through Centre Foundation's online scholarship portal (Scholarship Lifecycle Manager - SLM)

Adhere to all application guidelines and deadlines

Step 4: Follow Up

Keep track of your application status through the portal

Respond promptly to any additional requests or updates

Timeline Notes:

High school application process begins in early spring

Actual opening and closing dates vary by school district—check with your school's counseling office for specific dates

Scholarships for returning adult students or current college students open at different times

Contact for Questions: Krista Williams, Grants and Scholarship Coordinator

Phone: 814.237.6229

Email: krista@centrefoundation.org