External Scholarships
Submit Your Awarded External Scholarships to Student Financial Services!
If you are awarded an external scholarship, please email a copy of your acceptance letter to sfs@mercyhurst.edu. Please ensure your name and the dollar amount of the award are listed on the acceptance letter. Once received, the scholarship can be included in your financial aid package and applied to your student account as a pending credit until payment is received.
Searching for External Scholarships
External scholarships are developed and funded by private organizations. They’re available to the public and can potentially help students cover the costs of their education and education-related expenses. Student eligibility rules are created by the organization offering the scholarship and can depend on many factors.
Safety Tips to Keep in Mind While Searching
There are plenty of legitimate scholarships and sites dedicated to helping you.
- Always make sure to research the scholarship you are applying for
- Do not pay anyone to conduct a search for you
- Never apply if it requires cash up front
- Be cautious of offers that seem too good to be true
Consider focusing on local opportunities. They are not widely advertised and typically have fewer applicants.
Online Search Engines to Explore Scholarship Opportunities
Advice for Completing Scholarship Applications
- Organize and complete your applications in order of deadline/due date
- Adhere to clear instructions and word count limits
- Submit your application at least a day prior to the due date to avoid setbacks
- Ensure everything is submitted correctly, with all required materials included
Endowed and Restricted Scholarships
The Mercyhurst University Office of Advancement offers a variety of endowed scholarship funds. Applications are available during the month of March for the next academic year.
Funds are limited and approval cannot be guaranteed. Students will receive notice of their application’s outcome by the end of April.
Where to Look for Scholarship Applications
