Scholarship Resources

The Study Centers are a great place to go to get help with college applications, essays, and scholarships. They have computers, printers, scanners, and photocopiers as well as staff trained to assist you. Everyone is welcome!

The Portland Housing Authority Scholarship

Applications are due May 15th, 2023 to PHA

You can sign up for application notifications here.

NERC/NAHRO Allan R. Andrews Scholarship Program

Applications are not yet available for 2023

To learn more about the NERC/NAHRO Scholarship Program including information on the application process, eligibility, and qualification requirements, please visit the NERC/NAHRO Scholarship page
***Number of applications is limited to 5 for each Housing Authority. Contact us if you plan to apply. We will work with you to get the Executive Director's recommendation.  

NAHRO National Merit Scholarship Program

Applications are not yet available for 2023

To learn more about the NAHRO Merit Scholarship Program including information on the application process, eligibility, and qualification requirements, please visit NAHRO Scholarship Application.

Maine Association of Public Housing Directors Scholarship 

Applications are not yet available for 2023

Applications are made available to qualifying housing authorities each year and will be posted on this website. You can sign up for application notifications here. 

Housing Authority Insurance Group Resident Scholarship Program

Applications are not yet available for 2023

To learn more about the HAI Group Scholarship Program including information on the application process, eligibility, and qualification requirements, check out their scholarship webpage

PHADA Scholarship Program

Applications are due January 27th, 2023 to PHADA - You must notify Portland Housing Authority Resident Services of your interest to apply by January 13th

In 2023, PHADA will proudly award three scholarships to deserving high school seniors residing in public and assisted housing (residents must live in PHADA member agencies, Portland Housing Authority is a member agency). You can access the material on their website
***Contact us (or call 207-221-8063) if you would like to apply. The number of applications is limited to two (2) for each Housing Authority. We will Choose two applications to support and provide the Executive Director's recommendation along with the application fee.  

Some Online Resources

Here are a few websites to help you get started on your search for scholarships in Maine

FASFA - Free Application for Federal Student Aid

The application can be found online at FASFA.ed.gov
Visit the FAME website to find resources to help you file the FASFA