Commonwealth "Good Citizen" Scholarships

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must have demonstrated a commitment to community service and creativity in shaping volunteer activities. They must be full-time current or upcoming undergraduate students at an AICUP member college or university. A two-page essay is required.

How to Apply

Apply directly through Association of Independent Colleges and Universities of Pennsylvania's official application — an essay is part of the application. Review the eligibility requirements above first, and give yourself time before the April 1, 2027 deadline.

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