Scholarships
Academic Awards
Each year, the Township funds two academic awards at the Upper Dublin High School (UDHS) awards program: Chief Kayser Memorial Scholarship and Dr. William Ritter Award.
Chief Kayser Memorial Scholarship
The Chief Kayser Memorial Scholarship is an award in the amount of $300 to $400 given to a qualifying UDHS graduating senior toward the cost of an undergraduate degree. Chief Kayser was the Police Chief of the UDPD for many years in the 1970s-1980s.
Dr. William Ritter Award
The Dr. William Ritter Award is a $500 grant established as a memorial to Dr. Ritter, a long-time science teacher at the high school and instrumental in the establishment of Robbins Park. The award is given to a UDHS senior who has made a significant contribution at Robbins Park and who is interested in pursuing a science degree.
North Hills Community Education Grant
Upper Dublin Township residents that live within the North Hills Neighborhood of Upper Dublin may apply for the Board of Commissioners North Hills Community Education Grant (NHCEG). Qualified successful applicants receive a minimum grant of $500 and a maximum grant of $1,000.
Selection criteria and application are available below or at the Township Building. To request a paper application or for questions concerning the application, please call (215) 643-1600 x3220.
Application deadline is June 1st each current academic year.