Applications for scholarships through both the McKean County and Elk County Community Foundations are now open for high school seniors as well as for non-traditional adult learners with a submission deadline of February 25, 2026. Through the almost 200 scholarship funds held at the two Community Foundations, over 300 scholarships are awarded each year to students of all ages who are furthering their education. All students are encouraged to review the Student Alert flyer and resource videos on the foundation websites for important instructions on how to apply.

In addition to the numerous scholarships offered to high school seniors, adult learners have a variety of scholarship opportunities available to them. There are 14 scholarship funds in McKean County and 25 scholarship funds in Elk County earmarked for college students, graduate level and non-traditional students. These adult learners may be pursuing general 2–4-year degrees, trade or vocational degrees or certificates, environmental studies, EMT or paramedic training, criminal justice, nursing, forestry and agriculture, military service, and more.

All scholarship applications are completed online through our scholarship portal. If interested in applying, go to the website for your area at www.mckeancountyfoundation.org or www.elk countyfoundation.org. Click on the Scholarships tab, then Information for Students, to search for scholarships for a specific school or category. After creating an account, students should complete the eligibility quiz which will automatically match them to all the scholarships for which they may be eligible. The scholarships opened on January 15 and will close on February 25. For more information on the application process, contact the Community Foundation at 844-238-2289.

The Elk County Community Foundation and the McKean County Community Foundation are non-profit organizations that are affiliates of the Community Foundation of the Northern Alleghenies.