The unparalleled Kiski experience has been enriched by a student body representing all corners of the globe and diverse socioeconomic backgrounds. Alumni and students often reflect on invaluable lessons learned by sharing their personal journeys with Kiski brothers from dissimilar upbringings. Each boy brings a unique perspective to Kiski, and learns to consider the alternative perceptions of Kiski roommates, classmates, and teammates.
The named scholarships listed below have been established to enable Kiski to enroll the brightest and most talented boys that, in most cases, would not be able to attend the School without this life-changing financial aid.
These funds have been established with gifts surpassing the endowment threshold (currently $100,000), or annually replenished restricted scholarship gifts of $10,000 or more.
To celebrate the 30th anniversary of Aluminum Co. of American’s charitable organization, the Alcoa Foundation awarded hundreds of grants to educational institutions and other non-profits. The fund annually supports two deserving Kiski Boys in need of scholarship assistance.
Established by Paul G. Benedum Jr. the foundation annually supports the financial aid needs of Kiski Boys from Pennsylvania, northern West Virginia, and eastern Ohio.
William ’78 and Deborah Corbin created the Corbin Scholarship Fund to support up to 100% of the demonstrated tuition assistance needs for one day student and one boarding student. Corbin Scholars have the potential for high academic achievement, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to engage fully in a rigorous academic program. FULL PRESS RELEASE
The EQT Foundation, the philanthropic branch of the Pittsburgh-based natural gas producer EQT, provided funding for two endowed scholarships. Once selected, EQT Scholars are renewed annually until their graduation from Kiski as long as they maintain good standing in the classroom and community. FULL PRESS RELEASE
The Fund for Advancement of Minorities Through Education provides access to college-preparatory education at Kiski by providing need-based financial aid to remarkable young men.
Established by the J.S. Mack Foundation in memory of John S. Fisher, longtime secretary of the Mack Foundation’s board of trustees, the fund is awarded to deserving students with a preference for students from Indiana County, Pa.
Created by a bequest from William V. Grier, Kiski Class of 1915, for students who show the greatest promise in force of character, leadership, physical vigor, and scholastic ability and attainment.
The Jacob Family Foundation Scholarship, generously granted by a family with strong and deep ties to Kiski, supports the tuition needs of boys of high quality.
Longtime generous supporters of education in our region, the Richard King Mellon Foundation established a fund to support the tuition of a deserving boy that would otherwise be unable to attend Kiski.
Established with a donation from the Donald and Donna Mosites Family Foundation, the fund will provide ongoing tuition support to socioeconomically disadvantaged student(s) who would otherwise be unable to afford the opportunity of a Kiski high school education.
Created to support well-rounded Kiski Boys of great promise, the focus of the Boynton D. Murch Scholarship is to concentrate on the individual’s character and desire for self-improvement.
Established by Herbert A. Stein, 1918 graduate and titan of Kiski football lore who was later enshrined as a member of the College Football Hall of Fame, the fund supports the tuition needs of worthy students.
With the thoughtful and generous endowment support of David’s parents, Cindy and David Sunseri, his sister, Missy, and the extended Mosites family, as well as David’s many relatives and friends, this fund was created to support a well-rounded boy in need of financial aid that demonstrates David’s enthusiasm, generosity, and passion for life.
The Swank Scholarship was created by Andrew Swank ’97 to remove financial hurdles from families seeking to enroll boys equal to the challenges of Kiski’s unparalleled educational experience.
The fund was created by Jason’s parents, Peggy and Lex, to honor the memory of their son by supporting students with financial need from western Pennsylvania. Preference is given to soccer players.
The United States Naval Academy Foundation provides exceptional young men with scholarship support for a post-graduate year at Kiski, before matriculating to the United States Naval Academy.
Supported by family and friends of the late Ben White ’98, this fund supports financially needy boys that are otherwise highly qualified for admission.
Each year, the Office of Admission awards the Andrew Wilson Merit Scholarship, named in honor of the founder of the Kiskiminetas Springs School, Dr. Andrew Wilkins Wilson Jr., to a boy of extraordinary promise after a careful vetting process that includes rounds of interviews, recommendations, and an essay. The award covers the full tuition of the recipient.
Created by over 400 individuals in honor of the retirement of renowned educator and coach, Jake “Papa Cougar” Zeigler, to support an exceptional boy in need of financial backing.
If you are interested in creating or supporting a current Kiski scholarship, please contact Steven T. Szilagyi ’88, Associate Head of School for Institutional Advancement, at 724-639-8029 or steven.szilagyi@kiski.org.
Awardees are selected by the Admission Office. No additional action is required of applicants. Inquiries to the school can submit an inquiry form, located below or call 1-877-547-5448 or email the office at admissions@kiski.org.