SCHOLARSHIPS

About the Educational Foundation of the Electrical Association

of Philadelphia

Since 1995, the Educational Foundation of the Electrical Association of Philadelphia has awarded over $364,000 to 135 students. 

Scholarships

Thanks to our generous donors, EAP’s Educational Foundation provides the families of our member companies and students around the region with access to over $20,000 in scholarship funds annually!


Scholarships are intended to help individuals advance their educational endeavors. There are four scholarship funds students may apply to (based on eligibility):


  1. Educational Foundation Scholarship  – Two available at $4,000 (for EAP member families only)
  2. Ellen Barag Women in Engineering Scholarship, funded by G&W Electric – $5,000 – $10,000 (open to member families of EAP and open to students in the Philadelphia region.)
  3. Jack Beiter Tribute Scholarship – One available at $4,000 (for EAP member families only)
  4. Technical Education Scholarship  – Two available at $2,000 (open to member families of EAP and open to students in the Philadelphia region.)
  5. NextGen Energy Professionals Awards – $500 student awards are made available to local CTEs to award their top performing students in electrical and HVAC technical education programs.

2027 Program Timeline

Applications Open: January 11, 2027
Applications Close: March 31, 2027

Make a Contribution

Donations are tax-deductible.

Foundation Board of Directors

The Foundation is governed by a group of volunteer leaders.

Previous Winners!

Previous NextGen Award Winners

Questions?

Contact Matt Deibert with any questions on the program.

Call (610) 825-1600 Ext 1 or

Email Matt Deibert

We may update this Policy as laws evolve. Material changes will be communicated via SMS or on our website. Continued use after updates constitutes acceptance.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Can I apply to more than one scholarship?

    Yes! As long as you meet the eligibility requirements.

  • If I have applied in the past and not been awarded, can I apply again?

     Yes! As long as you meet the eligibility requirements.

  • If I’ve received this scholarship before, can I apply again?

    Yes! Beginning in 2027, past recipients who meet the eligibility requirements may reapply, up to a maximum of two awards. This does not apply to past Ellen Barag Women in Engineering Scholarship recipients, who are not eligible for a second award.

  • Do I have to be a member of the EAP to apply?

    Only the EAP Scholarship Fund and Jack Beiter Tribute Scholarship requires parent or guardian EAP membership.

  • When will I be notified if I have won a scholarship?

    Typically, notifications are made in May of the scholarship year.

  • If I win, how will I receive funds?

    Winners will be notified at the email address provided in their scholarship application. To receive the award, winners must submit one of the following within 60 days of notification:

    • Enrollment verification: a registrar-issued enrollment letter, official acceptance letter, or student portal confirmation
    • Tuition documentation: an institutional billing statement or financial aid award letter showing tuition charges

We may update this Policy as laws evolve. Material changes will be communicated via SMS or on our website. Continued use after updates constitutes acceptance.