Level Up: What's Next in Scholarships
As a returning student at Millersville University, you have access to a wide range of scholarship opportunities designed to support your academic journey. This page highlights key resources to help you find and apply for scholarships, including:
- Scholarship Universe—Millersville's personalized scholarship-matching database.
- State-funded scholarship programs—Available to Pennsylvania residents
- Additional tools and tips—For finding and researching scholarships.
START WITH SCHOLARSHIP UNIVERSE!
Scholarship Universe is your personalized scholarship-matching platform.
Simply answer a few questions about yourself—such as your GPA, major, degree level, extracurricular involvement, and more—and the system will connect you with scholarships that fit your profile.
- Finds Internal and external scholarships that fit you
- Lets you pin scholarships you’re interested in
- Allows you to save and reuse essays for future applications
- Keeps everything organized in one place
Want to get the most out of Scholarship Universe? Click the link below to watch a quick video with tips on using the portal—then dive in and start answering your matching questions!
SCHOLARSHIP UNIVERSE—IMPORTANT DATES TO KNOW
| External Scholarships: |
Available year-round. Pay attention to deadlines. |
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Internal Scholarships: |
Open annually from December to March.
Plan Ahead: View a public list of internal scholarships to see what scholarships may be available next academic year! |
More Opportunities for Millersville Students!
Scholarship Universe and Millersville’s internal scholarships are just the beginning!
There are even more funding options available to help support your education. Pennsylvania residents may qualify for state-funded scholarship programs, and additional opportunities can be found through community organizations, employers, and national scholarship databases. Follow the simple steps & reminders:
- Review state-funded scholarships for PA residents
- Look into local and community-based scholarships
- Use reputable scholarship search tools
- Keep track of application deadlines
Ready to explore more? Click the links below to learn about state-funded scholarships and get helpful tips and tools for finding additional scholarship opportunities.
REMINDERS TO GUIDE YOUR SEARCH:
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Utilize Scholarship Universe: Offering access to thousands of properly vetted external scholarships and hundreds of internal awards from Millersville!
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Explore State-Funded Opportunities: Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) and Commonwealth initiatives provide additional opportunities of support for PA residents.
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Check Local Resources: Start with your high school, local organizations, clubs, employers, and places of worship. Many offer scholarships for students like you!
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Use Scholarship Databases: There are many online tools to help you find scholarships that match your background and interests through Search Databases.
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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.
New to the scholarship search?
Watch the quick video below for tips on how to find and research scholarships that are right for you.
Get Started with Confidence
Practical tips to help you search smarter—not harder.