# Heritage Award

> Up to $23,000 from Alvernia University. See the official page for current dates..

- Edition: Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
- Page: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/heritage-award
- Provider: Alvernia University (College)
- Award: Up to $23,000, renewable
- Deadline: See the official page for current dates.
- College: [Alvernia University](https://www.collegesref.com/college/alvernia-university-46)
- Official page: https://www.alvernia.edu/admissions-aid/international-students/undergraduate-international-students-scholarships
- Last verified by CollegesRef: Nov 6, 2026

## About this scholarship

Alvernia University provides the Heritage Award to support incoming international students who are pursuing an undergraduate degree. The program is designed specifically for admitted international freshman and transfer students who plan to enroll as traditional day students at the university's main Reading campus. To qualify, applicants must meet the university's English proficiency requirements and satisfy specific financial specifications. Recipients receive $23,000 per year to help cover their educational expenses. This award is renewable for subsequent years of study, provided the student maintains the required academic standards and enrollment status. Because this funding is designated for international students, applicants do not need to file the FAFSA, which is reserved for federal student aid, but they must demonstrate their financial eligibility directly to the university. For information regarding application timelines and current dates, candidates should see the official page for current dates.

## Who can apply

- Education level: Undergraduate
- Year: College 1st year
- Minimum GPA: 3
- College types: 4-year college, Private college
- Available to admitted international freshman and transfer students wishing to earn an undergraduate degree as a traditional day student at the main Reading campus. Requires meeting English proficiency and financial specifications.

## How to apply

Consideration for this award is automatically determined based on the student's academic credentials submitted during the admission process.

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Always confirm amounts, rules and deadlines on the official page before applying.