Pittsburgh Future Founders Scholarship
In recent years, Pittsburgh has emerged as one of the country’s most exciting centers for innovation, bringing together world-class universities, groundbreaking research, and a growing community of entrepreneurs.
As this innovation ecosystem grows, the next generation of entrepreneurs will play a critical role in shaping Pittsburgh’s future.
This scholarship aims to invest in the next generation of leaders in Pennsylvania so they can gain the confidence and network needed to build their careers.
Undergraduate or graduate students with a business-related major who are attending college in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, may apply for this scholarship opportunity if they have work experience and/or if they plan to start their own business after school. However, applicants who have worked at a startup and those majoring in entrepreneurship are preferred.
To apply, tell us what motivates you to pursue entrepreneurship, how your experiences have shaped this goal, and how you have prioritized entrepreneurship during college.
What motivates you to pursue entrepreneurship, and how have your experiences, challenges, or inspirations shaped this ambition?
How have you prioritized learning about, or working in, entrepreneurship during college?
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The application deadline is Jun 25, 2026. Winners will be announced on Jul 26, 2026.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Jul 26, 2026. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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