AmeriCorps Scholarship at Heinz College 2025

AmeriCorps Scholarship at Heinz College

Eligibility:

• The AmeriCorps Scholarship at Heinz College is available to individuals affiliated with AmeriCorps. Specifically, AmeriCorps VISTA members are eligible for a guaranteed minimum scholarship of $12,000 per semester.
• AmeriCorps State and National members, as well as AmeriCorps NCCC (National Civilian Community Corps) members, can receive a scholarship of up to $7,000 per semester.
• To be considered for the scholarship, applicants must indicate their AmeriCorps affiliation on their application for admission to Heinz College.

Application Process:

• No separate application is required for the AmeriCorps Scholarship. Simply include your AmeriCorps affiliation (whether VISTA, State and National, or NCCC) on your application for admission to Heinz College.
• This will ensure you are considered for the scholarship.
• If you do not list your AmeriCorps membership in the application, you will not be eligible for the scholarship, even if you qualify after submitting your application.

Benefits/Value:

• AmeriCorps VISTA members will receive a guaranteed scholarship of $12,000 per semester when enrolled in a full-time graduate program at Heinz College.
• AmeriCorps State and National members, as well as NCCC members, are eligible for a scholarship of up to $7,000 per semester.
• These funds help reduce the cost of attending graduate school, making it more accessible to AmeriCorps members as they continue their education while furthering their commitment to public service.