Scholarship Opportunities
Recent Award Additions
Thomas Harshman Memorial Scholarship
In memory of “the Father of USC Theater” Thomas Harshman
Sponsored by the Community Foundation of Upper St. Clair
For a graduating USCHS senior accepted to a college/university to major or minor in the performing or theater arts
Candidates must have participated in the Upper St. Clair High School spring musical or fall play for two years.
Completed applications must be submitted to the USCHS Counseling Office by Noon on the second Friday in April (or the first Friday if the second Friday is over spring break).
James Bennett Memorial Scholarship
In memory of the late USCHS Band Director and Fine & Performing Arts Curriculum Leader.
Sponsored by the Community Foundation of Upper St. Clair.
For a graduating USCHS senior accepted to a college or university with a declared major or minor in music or music education.
Candidates must have participated in an Upper St. Clair HS Marching Band, Concert or Symphonic Band, Jazz or Wind Ensemble, Wind Symphony, Orchestra or Musical Pit Orchestra for at least two years.
Completed applications must be submitted to the USCHS Counseling Office by Noon on the second Friday in April (or the first Friday if the second Friday is over spring break).
Spirit of the Community Scholarship
In memory of the late Linda Serene and John Small.
Sponsored by the Community Foundation of Upper St. Clair.
For a graduating USCHS senior who has demonstrated exceptional involvement in academic, athletic, and/or artistic pursuits as well as in civic & community engagement.
Candidates must have been accepted to a college, university, trade school, or the military. In addition, applicants must have meaningfully participated in at least two extracurricular activities for at least two years each, as well as served the community through civic engagement and service.
Completed applications must be submitted to the USCHS Counseling Office by Noon on the second Friday in April (or the first Friday if the second Friday is over spring break).
T.J. White Athletic Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to a graduating senior who will attend a four-year college and plans to continue participation in his/her sport. The applicant must have been a member of a USC team sport for all four years of high school and received at least two varsity letters in that sport. A 3.2 GPA (grade point average) is required for consideration. This scholarship will not exceed $750 and will be presented at Awards Night. The T.J. White Athletic Scholarship of a maximum of $750 is available every year through 2027.