Scholarship Universe Portal

Take advantage of Millersville University's scholarship portal, which offers access to thousands of properly vetted external scholarships and hundreds of internal awards!

Scholarship Universe allows you to answer questions about yourself which will help to match you to awards you can apply for. The matching questions and criteria may include GPA, credits earned, major, degree level, extracurriculars, personal identifiers, and more.

  • External Scholarships can be accessed at any time through Scholarship Universe.
  • Internal Millersville University Scholarships for the:
    • 2025-2026 apps opened December 20, 2024 and closed March 9, 2025.

You can plan ahead and use the public list of internal scholarships to see what will become available!

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Navigating Scholarship Universe

Watch this short video for tips on navigating the Scholarship Universe Portal.

    

STATE dedicated resources for Pennsylvania residents!

Raising funds and building partnerships—the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) offers a variety of scholarships to ensure student success and support university excellence. These scholarships are designed to make higher education more accessible and affordable—supporting your educational goals.


If you are a PA resident planning to attend one of the 10 PASSHE universities—including Millersville—check out some of the exclusive scholarship opportunities listed below that are available to you.

GROW PENNSYLVANIA

📈 Grow Pennsylvania – NEW Scholarship Opportunities for 2025

✅ Part of Act 89 of 2024—Grow PA—designed to make college more affordable and accessible.
✅ Targeted scholarship support available for students pursuing degrees in high-demand fields and planning to work in PA after graduation.
✅ Available to students enrolled in qualifying programs.

📢 More details coming soon! Stay informed and check your eligibility.

🔗 Learn more about Grow PA Scholarships

PASSHE FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS

Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) Foundation offers a variety of scholarships to students attending a state school. These scholarships are funded by generous donors, corporate sponsors, and partner organizations that are dedicated to student success.

🏛 PASSHE Foundation Scholarships – Dedicated to Student Success

✅ Open to students from all backgrounds and education levels.
✅ Award amounts and eligibility criteria vary by scholarship.
✅ Deadlines and application requirements differ—check early!

🔗 Search PASSHE Foundation Scholarships

PASSHE Commonwealth Scholarship Program

The PASSHE Commonwealth Scholarship Program offers financial assistance to eligible employees of select Pennsylvania Commonwealth agencies and their dependents pursuing higher education at a PASSHE university, including Millersville.

✅ Provides financial support to active Commonwealth employees and their dependents.
✅ Available to use at any university in the PA State System of Higher Education.

🔗Search eligible Commonwealth agencies, check eligibility and apply!

MORE OPPORTUNITIES FOR MILLERSVILLE STUDENTS!

Millersville & PASSHE scholarships are just the beginning! There are more ways to fund your education with other external scholarship opportunities.

🎯 External Scholarships—Thousands of Options!

Utilize Scholarship Universe—using your Millersville credentials.
✅ Scholarship Universe is a powerful tool that matches you with thousands of vetted external scholarships
✅ Simply answer a few questions and start applying!

🔗 Click here for information on Scholarship Universe and other search databases.


Finding Other Scholarship Opportunities

Scholarships are available from many sources—you just need to ask and apply! Here are some key tips to guide your search:

Check Local Resources – Start with your high school, local organizations, clubs, employers, and places of worship. Many offer scholarships for students like you!

Use Scholarship Databases – There are many online tools to help you find scholarships that match your background and interests. Click the Search Databases link below to explore available opportunities.

Report Your Scholarships – If you receive an external scholarship, send a copy of your award letter to both the Office of Financial Aid (OFA) and the Office of Student Accounts (OSA) so it can be included in your financial aid offer and reflected on your bill.

Start your search today—utilize the links below, and maximize your funding opportunities! 🎓

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Are you a MU student looking for additional scholarships? Click below to learn about the different opportunities available to you!

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tips & scams

Are you wondering if that scholarship you found is real? Click below for tips on identifying scams and how to avoid them.

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Finding & Researching Scholarships

Watch this short video for general tips on finding and researching scholarships!