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Scholarships & grantsProgramState program · PA

Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency

PA Fostering Independence Tuition Waiver

FosterEd waives tuition and mandatory fees remaining after other scholarships for youth with foster care experience.

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How to apply

Submit the FAFSA, enroll at an eligible Pennsylvania institution, and complete the combined Chafee/FosterEd application with financial aid.

Application · official site

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Geographic coverage

Pennsylvania

  • PA

What it offers

Exemption of the eligible balance of registration and mandatory fees.

Award amount or benefit

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Who it is for

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Published eligibility requirements

Chafee-eligible Pennsylvania resident, under 26 as of July 1, with financial need, at least a half-time undergraduate degree, and academic progress; Requires completion of secondary school and compliance with federal aid conditions.

Income requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Academic requirements & grade level

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Residency requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

FAFSA requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Citizenship restrictions, if applicable

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Documents requested

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Renewal information

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Contact information

FosterEd@pheaa.org; 1-800-692-7392.

Sources & verification

Latest source review · Oct 8, 2026

Form 2026–27 found functional; The contradictory closure of the previous link is not presented as valid.

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Added to this catalog
Oct 8, 2026
Last updated
Oct 8, 2026
Original resource ID
BTL-0394

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