Financial support to help build the workforce in PA.
The Grow Pennsylvania (Grow PA) Program, administered by the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA), provides funding for in-state and out-of-state students pursuing approved majors that lead to in-demand careers in fields such as business, education, computer science, STEM, nursing, and more.
Is Grow PA Right for You?
If you're undecided on your major or career path, carefully consider whether Grow PA aligns with your future plans, as it comes kwith specific post-graduation work obligations.
The Career Center at Millersville University offers career coaching and resources to help you explore majors and career paths that fit your skills, interests, and professional goals.
Terms & conditions of the GROW pa grant & scholarship Program
The Grow PA Grant remains a scholarship if the student meets of the following g criteria:
- Completes their degree in an eligible program of study
- Secures a job included on the approved list of in-demand jobs within a year after graduation
- Completes 1 year of qualifying employment in Pennsylvania as a Pennsylvania resident for every academic year (or the equivalent) the grant was received
NOTE: The student should understand that if they do not complete their Grow PA eligible degree program and their employment obligation will convert to a loan that will need to be repaid.
What is the work residency commitment after Graduation?
After graduation, you must commit to live and work in Pennsylvania within an in-demand occupation for a number of years equal to the number of years for which you received the grant. That means your total years of Grow PA Grant funding must equal your total years of qualifying employment in the state—up to 4 years.
Complete the Grow PA Grant Application and submit the completed form through Account Access.
➡️ get PROGRAM INFORMATION for in-state students & learn the application flow
➡️ get PROGRAM INFORMATION for out-of-state students & learn the application flow