North Carolina Scholarships for High School and College Students

Overview The Gordon Hay Scholarship Fund was created to honor Gordon Hay, an organizational development leader who championed transformational change by engaging people’s hearts and minds in strategic work. He believed that internal passion drives outstanding results. In his memory, the scholarship supports students pursuing non-performance careers in the performing arts. Award summary - Each year the Gordon Hay Scholarship Committee may award up to two one-time scholarships, each worth as much as $10,000. - Application deadline: March 18, 2026. - Recipients are selected from among graduating high school seniors and college underclassmen (freshmen or sophomores). Purpose and permitted uses...

Overview The Mary Doctor Fine Arts Scholarship Fund was created to honor Mary Doctor — a respected Charlotte-area entrepreneur and devoted advocate for youth and the Blumenthal Arts community. Each year, at the Committee’s discretion, as many as two graduating high school seniors from the Charlotte region may be awarded scholarships of up to $40,000 each. Key dates - 2026 application deadline: March 18, 2026 - Applicants will be advised of finalist status no later than Friday, April 3, 2025. - Finalist auditions/presentations: Wednesday, April 15, 2026 (Stage Door Theater, Charlotte, NC) — attendance is required to remain eligible. -...

Introduction The Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro invests in students who live in Greensboro and elsewhere in Guilford County by providing scholarship funding and career-readiness programs. Our offerings are designed to help learners continue their education, strengthen their skills, and reach long-term academic and professional goals. Scholarships We administer a variety of scholarship awards that recognize academic and athletic accomplishment, address financial need, encourage specific fields of study, and cultivate future community leaders. Award sizes vary from one-time grants of $1,000 up to renewable scholarships of $10,000 per year for up to four years. Workforce initiatives In collaboration with local...

Introduction The Western Wake Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is accepting applications for WWA Scholarships. Applicants must be high school seniors who live in Apex, Cary, Fuquay-Varina, Garner, Holly Springs, or Morrisville (Wake County) and who plan to be enrolled full time for the 2026–2027 academic year at an accredited college, university, community college, or vocational school. Complete applications must be submitted by March 31, 2026. Eligibility - Current high school senior. - Residence in one of the following Wake County towns: Apex, Cary, Fuquay-Varina, Garner, Holly Springs, or Morrisville, NC. - Intend to enroll full time...

Introduction The Joytime Blue Flower Scholarship exists to encourage and uplift young women who faithfully live out their Christian convictions—with courage, compassion, and integrity—wherever God has placed them. Awarded annually, this scholarship recognizes a female high school senior who shows a sincere love for the Lord and consistently reflects her faith in both school and the wider community. Whether through leadership, service, kindness, or steady quiet witness, the recipient seeks to honor God in daily life. The blue flower has long represented hope, joy, and faith in difficult seasons. This award honors young women who choose joy and step confidently...

Introduction The SECU Foundation created the People Helping People scholarship to expand access to higher education for students throughout North Carolina. Since the program began distributing funds in 2005, the Foundation has committed more than $81 million in total and currently devotes in excess of $5 million each year to this effort. High School Scholarship Program The People Helping People high school scholarship is a four‑year award intended for North Carolina public high school seniors who plan to enroll full time at one of the 16 constituent campuses of the University of North Carolina System. Every one of the state’s...

Overview This scholarship is funded by the efforts of our volunteers and the proceeds from the Camp Lejeune Thrift Store. Its purpose is to offer financial support to family members of active duty, retired, or deceased members of the United States Armed Forces. Who may apply - Dependent son or daughter of an active duty, retired, or deceased U.S. service member. Dependents must be either a graduating high school senior or a currently enrolled full‑time college or graduate student at an accredited institution. The parent of the dependent must reside in Onslow County (no exceptions). - Spouse of an active...

The Public School Foundation serves as the fiscal steward for multiple donor-advised college scholarship funds established for CHCCS students who graduate in good standing. These scholarships, contributed by local community members to help cover tuition and associated fees, are awarded only after a careful review process and candidate interviews conducted by a selection committee.

Introduction Below are the eligibility rules and application requirements for each scholarship category. All programs apply to students at accredited four-year colleges/universities and accredited two-year community colleges or technical schools, unless otherwise noted. Category I — Financial Need (Undergraduate only) - Eligible institutions: accredited four-year universities/colleges and accredited two-year community colleges/technical schools. - Selection criteria: academic achievement combined with demonstrated financial need. - Enrollment requirement: applicant must be either enrolled full-time or have an active application to one of the institutions above. Funds will be disbursed only after full-time enrollment is confirmed. - Financial documentation: submit a copy of the...

Introduction The Betsy Y. Justus NC TECH Founders Scholarship was created to honor NC TECH’s founding CEO following her death in the summer of 2011. In accordance with her wishes, the scholarship funds support young women in North Carolina who plan to pursue studies and careers in technology or engineering. Each year NC TECH awards this scholarship to two recipients; each award includes an annual $1,000 stipend and a Lenovo laptop. Award Value and Duration - $1,000 per year, plus a Lenovo laptop - Total award for students attending a four-year institution with a physical campus in North Carolina: $4,000...

Intro The Mildred Frances Thomas Music Scholarship supports students majoring in music who concentrate in piano and/or organ. Eligibility To be considered you must: - Be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident. - Be a music major focusing on piano and and/or organ. - Have lived in North Carolina for at least one year prior to applying. - Have been accepted for full‑time study in a degree program at a Baptist college, university, or seminary (full‑time as defined by the institution). - Belong to a church affiliated with Provision and/or the Baptist State Convention of North Carolina. - Demonstrate...

Introduction This scholarship is intended to help students who meet the listed qualifications and are enrolling full time at one of the designated North Carolina colleges. Read all eligibility rules, submission requirements, and deadlines carefully before applying. Eligibility To qualify you must: - Be a U.S. citizen or legally authorized resident. - Have lived in North Carolina for at least one year prior to the date you apply. - Have been accepted for full-time study in a degree program at one of these institutions: Campbell University, Chowan University, Gardner-Webb University, Mars Hill University, Meredith College, or Wingate University. (“Full-time” is...