North Carolina Scholarships for High School and College Students

Geraldine Mayo Beveridge Scholarship — Summary This award supports graduating seniors from Carteret County public high schools who plan to earn a degree in Education and who model positive behavior for younger students. Applicants must have at least a 2.5 GPA. Preference is given to students who intend to teach Career and Technical Education (CTE) subjects — for example, business, finance and marketing; career development; agriculture; trade and industrial education; health science; family and consumer sciences; or computer science, IT and technology. The scholarship may be renewed for up to three additional years provided the recipient remains actively enrolled and...

Overview This scholarship is intended for graduating high school seniors from specified North Carolina counties who intend to enroll at North Carolina State University and pursue a degree in a STEM field. Eligibility - Must be a graduating high school senior. - Residence requirement: live in a Tier 1 county as designated by the State of North Carolina, or in Wake, Durham, or Chatham counties. - Academic plan: intend to enroll at North Carolina State University and major in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics. Deadline Applications must be submitted by March 3, 2026. How to apply Complete and submit the...

Overview This scholarship honors the legacy of Loomis and Rose Peebles by supporting African American high school seniors from Wake or Durham counties who have demonstrated resilience in the face of hardship and have financial need. Recipients are expected to enroll at one of the following institutions: NC State University, UNC Chapel Hill, UNC Greensboro, UNC Asheville, UNC Wilmington, UNC Charlotte, UNC Pembroke, East Carolina University, Davidson College, Elon University, or Duke University. Eligibility - Must be an African American graduating high school senior from Wake County or Durham County. - Demonstrated financial need. - Evidence of having overcome adversity....

Introduction This scholarship honors the memory of Cody Blue Pilkington by supporting North Carolina students pursuing studies in engineering, science, or mathematics at NC State University. The award seeks applicants who reflect Cody’s commitment to learning, service, and healthy living. Eligibility Applicants must meet all of the following: - Be a resident of North Carolina. - Be at least 18 years old. - Be preparing to enter either the freshman or sophomore year at North Carolina State University in an engineering, science, or mathematics program. - Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8 (or an equivalent if the grading scale...

Carol Ann Beerstecher Nursing Scholarship Fund — overview The Beerstecher family established the Carol Ann Beerstecher Nursing Scholarship Fund to honor Carol’s dedication, enthusiasm, and lifelong commitment to nursing. The fund’s purpose is to help aspiring nurses who share Carol’s passion but lack sufficient financial resources to pursue their education. Award amount and permitted use - Maximum award: up to $10,000 total. - Disbursement: up to $5,000 per year, paid annually for a maximum of two years. - Allowed expenses: funds may be applied to any item included in the school’s total cost of attendance. Recipients remain responsible for any...

Administering Organization: Triangle Community Foundation Application Deadline: March 9, 2026 Maximum Award: Up to $20,000 Overview The GSK Opportunity Scholarship offers renewable financial support to residents of the North Carolina Triangle (Chatham, Durham, Orange, and Wake counties) who have faced adversity but show strong motivation to advance through higher education or training. Awards are intended to help students who demonstrate the ability to succeed when given support. Award Details and Approved Uses - Total support may reach up to $20,000 per recipient. - Payments are disbursed annually for up to four years, with awards of up to $5,000 each year...

Intro Since 1923 neighbors and local supporters have pooled resources so more students from our area can reach their full potential. Today we administer more than 160 scholarship funds. This school year those awards supported 582 students from Forsyth, Davidson, Davie, Stokes, Surry, Wilkes, and Yadkin Counties, distributing $1.7 million. Who can apply We offer scholarships for a wide array of students and situations. Awards vary by criteria — interests, field of study, GPA and other factors — and many opportunities are open regardless of your GPA, high school, or the college you plan to attend. Most funds are aimed...

Nannie W. Norfleet Educational Scholarship — Guidelines Overview - One scholarship is awarded annually. The award amount is set by the Department Finance Committee. Eligibility - Applicant must be a resident of North Carolina and demonstrate financial need for continuing education. - Applicants must be either a high school senior or a member of the American Legion Auxiliary who wishes to pursue further education. - Children or grandchildren of American Legion Auxiliary members will receive first consideration but eligibility is not limited to these relatives. - Previous recipients of the Nannie W. Norfleet Scholarship are ineligible to apply again. -...

The association distributes scholarships once a year to graduating high school seniors to assist with their pursuit of postsecondary education. Awards are allocated evenly between the eastern and western regions of North Carolina. Eligibility is determined by the following requirements: 1. Athletic participation: The applicant must have played varsity softball during her senior year of high school and must have played either varsity or junior varsity softball as a junior. 2. College acceptance/commitment: The applicant must have applied to and received an official acceptance letter from a bona fide public or private two‑ or four‑year college or university, and must...

Introduction BPW/Triangle awards annual scholarships to support women pursuing academic and professional excellence. The 2026 scholarship cycle is now open. These awards are intended for women of integrity who demonstrate leadership potential and a commitment to supporting and advocating for other women. Please read all instructions thoroughly before submitting your application. Deadline: March 16, 2026. Scholarships Available - $1,500 Dr. Lois E. Frazier Scholarship — merit-based (minimum GPA: 3.5) - $1,500 Mary Edith Fox Scholarship — need-based (minimum GPA: 2.5) You are encouraged to also apply separately to the North Carolina BPW Scholarship (state-level awards available). For other opportunities, see...

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. -...

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...