Wayfinders Program

The Wayfinders Program is designed to provide support to single parents actively working towards a college degree. Our team of coordinators can provide support to parenting students seeking housing, transportation, childcare access, or tuition assistance.

Pittsburgh Scholar House understands the unique challenges single parents face when going to school. Through our Wayfinders Program, the Pittsburgh Scholar House provides a comprehensive level of two-generation support and guidance to single-parent families aspiring to create a better quality of life for themselves and their children. Participants benefit from a variety of advantages aimed at helping them achieve academic success while managing the responsibilities of parenthood.

The Wayfinders Program can connect you to colleges that are ready to support your goals!

Are you a single parent currently enrolled in school and need support?

We can provide assistance with addressing barriers to degree completion for highly motivated single parents seeking a college degree.

Our Wayfinders Program provides:

  • Guidance to begin or complete a degree program
  • Scholarship opportunities
  • Possible economic incentives
  • Childcare and transportation assistance
  • Community and education resource navigation
  • Motivational coaching
  • Career and leadership skill development
  • Parenting strategies and family engagement activities
  • A strong community of support with aligned goals
  • Variety of other possible incentives that are in actively in development.

Are you a single parent looking to go back to school and need support?

Our WayU College Readiness Course is ideal for adult learners who are first-time college students or for someone looking for support to re-enroll in school.

This program is packed with valuable resources, including college enrollment support, and navigating higher education and financial aid.

Plus, upon satisfying all course requirements, you’ll earn $250!

How do I apply?

Wayfinders Program and WayU College Readiness Course applications for new cohort members are released in September (for October) and March (for April).

The application period has closed for fall 2024. The next program/course will be offered in spring 2025.

Parties who are interested in using our programs to achieve their goals are encouraged to become a part of the PSH Connect Community which will ensure you are notified when applications become available. Sign up here!

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