
PSATS achievement scholarships, funded in partnership with the Pennsylvania Leadership Institute, inspire the next generation of local leaders!
Four $1,500 scholarships are available to high school juniors and seniors: two Local Government Achievement scholarships and two Academic Achievement scholarships.
- The Local Government Achievement scholarship is an opportunity for students to highlight outstanding citizenship through public service and community involvement.
- The Academic Achievement scholarship is awarded to students who exhibit enthusiasm toward education by maintaining high academic standards.
High school students can click here for more information and to apply online. Questions can be directed to Deputy Director of Policy & Research and Scholarship Program Coordinator, Katie Lizza at klizza@psats.org.
2025 PSATS Scholarships

2025 PSATS Scholarship winners were announced at the 2025 PSATS Annual Education Conference and Exhibit Show and recognized in the Pa. Township News.
Pictured from left to right: Maya Dombroskie, Thomas Russell, Tyler Russell, and township supervisor, Adeline Rocco (accepting on Allison’s behalf)
LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACHIEVEMENT SCHOLARSHIP Maya Dombroskie Harris Township, Centre County Planning to attend: Dartmouth College | ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT SCHOLARSHIP Tyler Russell Middle Paxton Township, Dauphin County Planning to attend: Pennsylvania State University |
LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACHIEVEMENT SCHOLARSHIP Thomas Russell East Hempfield Township, Lancaster County Planning to attend: Undecided | ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT SCHOLARSHIP Allison Rocco Jefferson Township, Lackawanna County Planning to attend: Wilkes University |
Scholarship Tool Kit for Townships
Townships can download and share social media graphics and the scholarship toolkit materials to help spread the word and connect with high school juniors and seniors. Click the links below to view each of these materials and help inspire the next generation of community leaders. Encourage high school students in your township to apply for a PSATS Scholarship today!





