The Pittsburgh Promise

Today we celebrate Juneteenth, a day that commemorates freedom, resilience, and the ongoing pursuit of equality. As we honor this important moment in history, we remain committed to expanding opportunities and supporting the success of all students.

This opportunity is open to all high school students enrolled in PPS or one of its chartered schools. Register here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/T40gAHKLsm

13,233 Promise Scholars have received scholarships as of 5/11/2026. Visit our Impact Dashboard for other updates:

Our Impact — The Pittsburgh Promise Learn more about the impact of The Pittsburgh Promise scholarship, including students funded, millions of dollars in scholarships given, and colleges attended.

What a day. 💙

Nearly 1,000 Pittsburgh Public Schools seniors came together for Senior Celebration Day—sharing their plans, celebrating each other, and taking a big step toward what’s next.

From college and career training to the workforce and service, the Class of 2026 showed what’s possible when students have a plan and the support to get there.

At The Promise, we’re proud to stand alongside these students as a partner in their success—through scholarships, coaching, and the support that helps them prepare, plan, and move forward with confidence.

Congratulations, Class of 2026. We can’t wait to see where you go. 🎓✨

We were honored to have Mayor Corey O'Connor join us for Senior Celebration today-- celebrating the post-secondary plans of the class of 2026! They are Pittsburgh's future and promise!

Grateful to Rosedale Technical College for hosting our Pittsburgh Perry students last week, what an awesome experience!

People often ask, “Is The Pittsburgh Promise ending?”
It’s not.

In today’s Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, our Executive Director, Saleem Ghubril, shares how The Promise is evolving—and why scholarships, while powerful, have always been just one part of how we support students.

We’ve helped more than 13,000 young people pursue education beyond high school. And we’re continuing that work—through scholarships and through deeper support that helps students plan, persist, and succeed.

Read the full op-ed:

Saleem Ghubril: The future promise of Pittsburgh Promise People say to me, “I thought The Pittsburgh Promise was ending?” It is not. Yes, The Pittsburgh Promise scholarship is being given only to...

Last week, the Carrick Promise Coaches held a cosmetology and barbering mini-fair, where students got to try their hand at different cosmetology skills (and show off for their friends). :)

Our Future Readiness Fair is an annual event for juniors and undecided seniors! Students meet with 35 of The Promise’s Preferred College Partner schools and many technical/training programs in the region. We are so grateful to all the partners and students who joined us!