Scholarships
CCBC Foundation SCHOLARSHIPs Application
Thanks to the generosity of our donors and community, the CCBC Foundation provides scholarships in the fall and spring semesters to qualifying students.
The CCBC Foundation is currently accepting applications for the Fall 2024 semester.
Online application due June 1, 2024 by 11:59 pm.
Simply complete one application to be considered.
Fall scholarship applications are due June 1 of each year, and spring applications are due November 1.
The Office of Advancement and Sponsored Programs works directly with the Financial Aid Office to ensure your award is applied directly to your student account.
Many CCBC Foundation scholarships are need-based and eligibility is confirmed through completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). If you have not completed the FAFSA, please contact the Financial Aid Office at 724-480-3501 for more information.
The following scholarships are awarded through the CCBC Foundation scholarship application process.
Ambridge Wolves Club Scholarship
American Association of University Women (AAUW) Beaver Valley Branch Scholarship
Barnes & Noble Book Scholarship
Blanche Wilhelm Steel Scholarship
CCBC Foundation Scholarship
CCBC Trustees Scholarship
Chester M. & Irene Y. Hayden Memorial Scholarship
Christopher M. Reber Endowed Scholarship
CV Smith III Scholarship for Excellence in History
Dale Rabassi Endowed Aviation Memorial Scholarship
Dan Donatella Endowed Aviation Scholarship
Dr. Nancy Alberts Health Sciences Memorial Scholarship
Ellwood City Wolves Club Herman Petti, Sr. Memorial Scholarship
Fannie M. Person Endowed Scholarship
First National Bank Scholarship
Forrester Non-Traditional Scholarship
Housing Authority of Beaver County Scholarship
JP Recovery Foundation Scholarship
Justin Retsch Endowed Memorial Scholarship
Dr. Kay O'Connor Rosenlieb Scholarship
Matthew and Julie Kolat Professional Pilot Scholarship
Mawson Infrastructure Group, Inc. Scholarship
Merle A. Moltrup Aviation Scholarship
Monaca Wolves Club Scholarship
New Alliance Federal Credit Union Scholarship
Officer James Naim Memorial Scholarship
President Emerita Dr. Margaret Williams-Betlyn Endowment for a Diverse Workforce Scholarship
Professor Emeritus Ronald P. Volpe Scholarship
Sandra Gabauer Nursing Scholarship
William R. Minton Scholarship
Wolves Club of Aliquippa Endowed Scholarship
Wright Educational Scholarship
CCBC Honors Scholarship
Deadline: March 4, 2024
The CCBC Honors Program provides an academically challenging and enriching learning experience for students to develop their potential as leaders in a complex and culturally diverse society. Honors students are encouraged to participate in learning experiences outside of the classroom and the campus and are expected to engage in meaningful scholarly research that will help them prepare for the next phase of their lives.
Graduating seniors from a Beaver County High School who are county residents can apply. The Honors Scholarship covers in-county tuition and fees, excluding course-related fees and flight fees. This last-dollar scholarship is awarded after all other gift aid (including outside scholarships earned and grant funding) is distributed. Applications will be accepted up until March 4, 2024.
PROGRAM BENEFITS
Challenging academic Honors courses with an emphasis on scholarly research that addresses issues impacting global concerns, international perspectives, or intercultural solutions to significant challenges.
Personalized mentorship on personal, academic, and professional goals.
Unique events specialized for Honors students.
Acknowledgment as a leader on campus, and as a representative of CCBC in the community.
Special recognition at CCBC’s commencement ceremony.
EXPECTATIONS
Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Complete 6 hours of volunteerism at either CCBC sponsored/hosted events or through outside volunteering (verified by Honors Program) each semester. Honors Scholarship Winners (Fellows) will complete 12 hours of volunteerism each semester.
Participate in at least 1 personal or professional enhancement experience each semester. Honors Scholarship Winners (Fellows) will complete 2 hours of personal or professional enhancement each semester.
Enroll in and complete at least one honors course per semester/12 total honors credits by the end of your career at CCBC (as your academic history and program of study allow).
HOW TO APPLY
Visit the CCBC Honors Program webpage for application instructions.
CONTACT
The CCBC Honors Program at honors@ccbc.edu.
Other Scholarship Opportunities
Shaw Family Trust Scholarship
Deadline: April 1, 2024
The Shaw Family Trust, managed by The Pittsburgh Foundation, provides scholarships to high school seniors entering their freshman year of college at CCBC. This scholarship operates through The Pittsburgh Foundation and is not associated with funds from the CCBC Foundation. The current application is available through The Pittsburgh Foundation’s website and closes April 1, 2024.
CRITERIA
Attend high school as a graduating senior.
Reside in Beaver County, PA.
Demonstrate financial need.
Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
Plan to attend Penn State Beaver or the Community College of Beaver County.
HOW TO APPLY
Complete the application on the The Pittsburgh Foundation’s Website.
CONTACT
The Pittsburgh Foundation: scholarships@pghfdn.org
Beaver Valley Branch American Association of University Women (AAUW) Non-Traditional Scholarship
Deadline: March 22, 2024
The Beaver Valley Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) provides a scholarship ($2,500) for adult students who have returned to the classroom. This scholarship operates through the AAUW Beaver Valley Branch and is not associated with funds from the CCBC Foundation. The current application and criteria is available through the AAUW Beaver Valley Branch website and closes March 22, 2024.
HOW TO APPLY
Complete the application on the AAUW Beaver Valley Branch website.
Questions? Please contact us so we can help.
Scholarship Applications
The CCBC Foundation - FoundationInfo@ccbc.edu or 724-480-3561
Financial Aid or Student Account
Student Financial Services - FinancialAid@ccbc.edu or 724-480-3501