CASD-area HS juniors can apply for scholarships and support from the Newlin Foundation
The Coatesville-based Newlin Foundation is now accepting applications for support and scholarship opportunities through May 15, 2023, from juniors in high school, who live within the Coatesville Area School District and plan to attend college.
“Yes, you can go to college” is the mantra of the Coatesville-based Newlin Foundation, which is now accepting applications through May 15, 2023, from juniors...
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Barrar bill to give in-state tuition rates to out-of-state vets heads to house floor
State Rep. Steve Barrar (R-160)
HARRISBURG – The House Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee today approved legislation authored by Rep. Stephen E. Barrar (R-Chester/Delaware) to allow out-of-state veterans to attend Pennsylvania-owned colleges, state-related universities and community colleges at resident tuition rates.
“This legislation is about signifying to our men and women...
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