[Wayne County Community Foundation](https://www.waynefoundation.org)

March 2026 (full application deadline for most scholarships) | April 2026 (scholarship cycle close)

Typical awards range from $500 to $5,000; most scholarships are one-time awards, some multi-year.

Scholarships for Wayne County, PA students in diverse fields, recognizing academic achievement, community service, and/or financial need.

--- ## Description Wayne County Community Foundation offers a broad portfolio of scholarships to students residing in Wayne County, Pennsylvania, as well as several awards for students from specific high schools or pursuing particular fields. Scholarships are available for a wide range of majors—including healthcare, agriculture, technical education, engineering, music, law, and more. Awards may be based on academic achievement, community involvement, financial need, or specific donor criteria. The Foundation’s Scholarship Committee reviews all applications and selects recipients in alignment with donor intentions and Foundation guidelines. Recipients are notified in early June and must provide proof of school commitment to receive scholarship funds. --- ## Due Dates - March 2026 (anticipated): Full application deadline for most scholarships via the Online Scholarship Portal - April 2026 (anticipated): Final application deadline for the scholarship cycle *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Individual scholarships typically range from $500 to $5,000. - Most awards are one-time; a few are renewable or multi-year. - Some scholarships are specific to certain schools, fields, or student backgrounds. --- ## Eligibility - Most scholarships require residency in Wayne County, Pennsylvania. - Some scholarships are open only to students at specific high schools (e.g., Honesdale, Wallenpaupack, Forest City, Sullivan West [NY]). - Eligibility criteria vary and may include: - Academic achievement - Community involvement or service - Financial need - Intended major or career path (e.g., healthcare, technical trades, education, law, music, etc.) - Enrollment at a post-secondary accredited institution - Students may apply for and receive multiple scholarships. - Some scholarships require additional materials or essays. --- ## Application Process - All applications must be submitted through the [online scholarship portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=wccfpas). - The Universal Scholarship Application will match applicants to most eligible scholarships; some may require supplemental information. - Applicants must provide the names and emails of two recommenders (not family members) to complete online Recommendation Surveys. - Applications are considered incomplete until all required materials, including recommendations, are received by the deadline. - Selection is conducted by the Foundation’s Scholarship Committee and/or donor-specified panels, based on outlined criteria. - Recipients are notified in early-to-mid June and must confirm their school/institution before scholarship funds are released. - Scholarship checks are sent directly to the educational institution and may only be used for tuition and qualified fees. --- ## Additional Information - Scholarship funds cannot be used for room and board; they are for tuition, fees, and required course materials. - Notifications of award status are sent by mid-May via email or the applicant portal. - For multi-year scholarships, recipients must complete annual follow-up paperwork to continue receiving funds. - Late or incomplete applications (including missing recommendations) will not be accepted. --- ## External Links - [About Scholarships](https://www.waynefoundation.org/Scholarships/about) - [Applying for Scholarship](https://www.waynefoundation.org/Scholarships/applying) - [Scholarship Application Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=wccfpas) - [Scholarship FAQs (PDF)](https://www.waynecountycommunityfoundation.org/upload/documents/foundant_slm_site_files/faqs.pdf) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Role | Email | Phone | Web Contact | |--------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------|---------------|--------------------------------------------------| | Wayne County Community Foundation | info@waynefoundation.org | 570-251-9993 | [Contact Form](https://www.waynefoundation.org/contact) | | Scholarship Questions (Connor Simon) | csimon@waynefoundation.org | — | — |

Scholarships

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