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Grow PA Grant Program is sponsored by Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA). Established to build Pennsylvania's workforce in in-demand occupations, this program provides grants to students who commit to work and residency in Pennsylvania after graduation. It helps in-state students pay for school and prepares them for skilled careers.
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## 2026-27 GROW PA GRANT PROGRAM Program Status **NOTE:** The 2025-26 Grow PA Grant Program is currently in disbursement status. ## 2026-27 Grow PA Grant Application Now Available The 2026-27 Grow PA Grant Application is here! PHEAA will accept applications for the 2026-27 academic year until **January 7, 2027**.
Download the new form to get started. ## Support for the PA Workforce Communities across the Commonwealth have experienced the growing crisis of a declining workforce within certain in-demand occupations. The Pennsylvania General Assembly established the Grow PA Grant Program in 2024 to help build the workforce in PA.
To be considered for the Grow PA Grant Program, you must: * File the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) * Be a current resident of Pennsylvania * Meet satisfactory academic progress for Title IV financial aid * Have not earned a bachelor's degree * Be enrolled at least half-time in an eligible associate or bachelor's degree program at an approved Pennsylvania institution * This degree must lead to a job in an in-demand occupation as determined by PHEAA * Sign a Master Promissory Note (MPN) agreeing to repay all funds received if the work requirement is not met, including any potential interest accrued ## Qualifying Programs & Majors There are over 460 eligible programs of study or majors that lead to in-demand occupations in a variety of fields, such as agriculture, business, education, computer science, STEM, nursing, allied health, and criminal justice.
To distinguish eligible programs of study, PHEAA leverages a six-digit number used by the U.S. Department of Education to standardize and classify academic programs. These six-digit numbers are called Classification of Instructional Program (CIP) Codes. Review the Grow PA Grant CIP Codes for a list of majors.
The Grow PA Grant Program provides grants (maximum award $5,000 per year) to students who meet the qualifying criteria. A student can receive a Grow PA Grant for a maximum of 4 academic years. ## Work & Residency Commitment 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 in 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. **REMINDER:** If the degree or work requirement is not satisfied, you will be **required** to repay the Grow PA Grant.
## How to Apply for the 2026-27 Academic Year Complete the 2026-27 Grow PA Scholarship Grant Application and submit the completed form through PHEAA Account Access, following these steps: 3. Select PA Special Programs. 4.
Select Grow PA Scholarship Grant Application. **NOTE:** 2026-27 Grow PA Grants will be awarded in the coming months. Awards are on a first-come, first-served basis, based on the date we receive the **complete** application.
Check out the application process flow below. ## Participating Institutions Interested grant recipients can check the list of participating schools to see which institutions are currently participating in the Grow PA Grant Program. We will make updates to the list as new information becomes available.
## GROW PA GRANT PROGRAM Helpful Resources Check out our helpful resources to learn more about the Grow PA Grant Program. #### Grow PA Scholarship Grant Program FAQ Review our FAQ to learn more about the Grow PA Scholarship Grant Program.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Students who meet qualifying criteria and commit to work and residency in Pennsylvania after graduation. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows maximum award $5,000 per year, for a maximum of 4 academic years. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for Grow PA Grant Program are due January 7, 2027. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Grow PA Grant Program is funded by Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Pennsylvania. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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