Robert H. Short Scholarship
$30,000
The Robert H. Short Scholarship will provide last-dollar-in renewable awards of up to $7,500/year for up to four years at a public university or private nonprofit university.Eligibility information for the Robert H. Short Scholars ProgramHigh school seniors who meet all of these requirements may apply:Proven residency in Cumberland County, NCGraduating from a high school in Cumberland County, NC the spring after the application deadline (includes all high schools, early colleges, and home schools)Entering a nonprofit college or university within six months of high school graduationEntering as a full-time, matriculating student (For-profit colleges/universities not eligible)Weighted GPA of 3.5 or higherProof of...
The Robert H. Short Scholarship will provide last-dollar-in renewable awards of up to $7,500/year for up to four years at a public university or private nonprofit university.Eligibility information for the Robert H. Short Scholars ProgramHigh school seniors who meet all of these requirements may apply:Proven residency in Cumberland County, NCGraduating from a high school in Cumberland County, NC the spring after the application deadline (includes all high schools, early colleges, and home schools)Entering a nonprofit college or university within six months of high school graduationEntering as a full-time, matriculating student (For-profit colleges/universities not eligible)Weighted GPA of 3.5 or higherProof of...
R Flake Shaw Scholarship
$20,000
Since 1967, we have awarded more than $3,000,000 in scholarships to youth pursuing a future in the agriculture industry. We believe assisting our industry’s future leaders in obtaining higher education is an investment in the future and is an integral part of fulfilling NC Farm Bureau’s mission.The R. Flake Shaw Scholarship program awards:Eight individual, university-level scholarships granted for a four-year period at $5,000 per year ($20,000 total per student)Four individual, community college scholarships granted for a two-year period at $1,000 per year ($2,000 total per student)ELIGIBILITYScholarships are awarded to rising freshmen who demonstrate:Intent to pursue a career in agriculture or...
Since 1967, we have awarded more than $3,000,000 in scholarships to youth pursuing a future in the agriculture industry. We believe assisting our industry’s future leaders in obtaining higher education is an investment in the future and is an integral part of fulfilling NC Farm Bureau’s mission.The R. Flake Shaw Scholarship program awards:Eight individual, university-level scholarships granted for a four-year period at $5,000 per year ($20,000 total per student)Four individual, community college scholarships granted for a two-year period at $1,000 per year ($2,000 total per student)ELIGIBILITYScholarships are awarded to rising freshmen who demonstrate:Intent to pursue a career in agriculture or...
GSK Opportunity Scholarship
$20,000
The GSK Opportunity Scholarship provides annual scholarships of up to $5,000 (renewable for up to 3 additional years) to Triangle residents (Chatham, Orange, Wake, and Durham counties) who demonstrate the potential to succeed despite adversity and an exceptional desire to improve themselves through further education/training.Amount & Use of FundsUp to $20,000The scholarship may be used towards any need listed under the school’s total cost of attendance. The student is responsible for all other charges. Payments are made annually for up to four years (up to $5,000 per year), and the student must maintain good academic standing and submit semester reports...
The GSK Opportunity Scholarship provides annual scholarships of up to $5,000 (renewable for up to 3 additional years) to Triangle residents (Chatham, Orange, Wake, and Durham counties) who demonstrate the potential to succeed despite adversity and an exceptional desire to improve themselves through further education/training.Amount & Use of FundsUp to $20,000The scholarship may be used towards any need listed under the school’s total cost of attendance. The student is responsible for all other charges. Payments are made annually for up to four years (up to $5,000 per year), and the student must maintain good academic standing and submit semester reports...
Golden LEAF Scholarship Program
$14,000
The Golden LEAF Scholarship is designed to assist current North Carolina high school seniors and North Carolina community college transfer students. Recipients must be from certain rural counties, plan to attend a participating North Carolina college or university, demonstrate financial need, and express an intent to return to a rural North Carolina community upon college graduation. The scholarship is funded by the Golden LEAF Foundation through a grant to the North Carolina State Education Assistance Authority.EligibilityBe a North Carolina resident for tuition purposes and reside in a qualifying rural North Carolina County as identified by the Golden LEAF FoundationApplicants must...
The Golden LEAF Scholarship is designed to assist current North Carolina high school seniors and North Carolina community college transfer students. Recipients must be from certain rural counties, plan to attend a participating North Carolina college or university, demonstrate financial need, and express an intent to return to a rural North Carolina community upon college graduation. The scholarship is funded by the Golden LEAF Foundation through a grant to the North Carolina State Education Assistance Authority.EligibilityBe a North Carolina resident for tuition purposes and reside in a qualifying rural North Carolina County as identified by the Golden LEAF FoundationApplicants must...
North Carolina's Aubrey Lee Brooks Scholarships
$12,000
Established in 1955 by a Trust endowed by the late Aubrey Lee Brooks, these scholarships are available to graduating high school seniors from a 14-county area of North Carolina. The North Carolina State Education Assistance Authority provides central administration for the Brooks Foundation.EligibilityBe a graduating NC HS senior and permanent resident of Alamance, Bertie, Caswell, Durham, Forsyth, Granville, Guilford, Orange, Person, Rockingham, Stokes, Surry, Swain or Warren countyPlan to enroll for the first time as a full-time degree-seeking student at N.C. State University, UNC-Chapel Hill, or UNC-GreensboroDemonstrate financial need as determined by the application process; have Free Application for Federal...
Established in 1955 by a Trust endowed by the late Aubrey Lee Brooks, these scholarships are available to graduating high school seniors from a 14-county area of North Carolina. The North Carolina State Education Assistance Authority provides central administration for the Brooks Foundation.EligibilityBe a graduating NC HS senior and permanent resident of Alamance, Bertie, Caswell, Durham, Forsyth, Granville, Guilford, Orange, Person, Rockingham, Stokes, Surry, Swain or Warren countyPlan to enroll for the first time as a full-time degree-seeking student at N.C. State University, UNC-Chapel Hill, or UNC-GreensboroDemonstrate financial need as determined by the application process; have Free Application for Federal...
North Carolina Triangle Area Scholarships
$7,500
What you must be/do:be a resident of Wake, Durham, or Orange counties.be a U. S. citizen or present proof of permanent resident status.attend a non-profit post-secondary educational or technical institution in North Carolina.upload a complete copy of the FAFSA/SAR form. Go to www.studentaid.ed.gov/fafsa.If your FAFSA is delayed, in the FAFSA space, submit a note saying availability is mid-March. Submit the completed FAFSA when you get it. If you are a returning student, submit last year’s FAFSA if you have it.submit a high school transcript showing seven semesters and with grades for the fall semester or a GED. College transcripts should...
What you must be/do:be a resident of Wake, Durham, or Orange counties.be a U. S. citizen or present proof of permanent resident status.attend a non-profit post-secondary educational or technical institution in North Carolina.upload a complete copy of the FAFSA/SAR form. Go to www.studentaid.ed.gov/fafsa.If your FAFSA is delayed, in the FAFSA space, submit a note saying availability is mid-March. Submit the completed FAFSA when you get it. If you are a returning student, submit last year’s FAFSA if you have it.submit a high school transcript showing seven semesters and with grades for the fall semester or a GED. College transcripts should...
Florence Kidder Memorial Scholarship
$3,000
The Florence Kidder Memorial Scholarship (FKMS) honors the memory of the first president of the National Society of the Colonial Dames of America in the State of North Carolina, Florence Hill Kidder.Six scholarships will be awarded in one year: First place - $3,000, second place - $1,000, third place - $800 and three fourth places - $400.Scholarships are not renewable.Awarded to a high school senior who plans to attend a post-secondary institution in North Carolina.EligibilityTo be considered, a candidate must:Be a North Carolina high school senior who is planning on matriculating into a postsecondary program in North Carolina beginning in...
The Florence Kidder Memorial Scholarship (FKMS) honors the memory of the first president of the National Society of the Colonial Dames of America in the State of North Carolina, Florence Hill Kidder.Six scholarships will be awarded in one year: First place - $3,000, second place - $1,000, third place - $800 and three fourth places - $400.Scholarships are not renewable.Awarded to a high school senior who plans to attend a post-secondary institution in North Carolina.EligibilityTo be considered, a candidate must:Be a North Carolina high school senior who is planning on matriculating into a postsecondary program in North Carolina beginning in...
USBC North Carolina Scholarship
$3,000
NCS USBCA scholarships are available to any bowler furthering their education. To be eligible:Be a high school seniorBe planning on attending a college/university in the FallBe a bowler
NCS USBCA scholarships are available to any bowler furthering their education. To be eligible:Be a high school seniorBe planning on attending a college/university in the FallBe a bowler
Durham Promise Foundation Scholarships
$3,000
Durham Promise ScholarshipAward amount: $3,000Eligibility: all graduating DPS seniors, 2.5 GPADescription: The Durham Promise is a community-funded scholarship program based on the belief that every DPS student deserves a debt-free college education. All students who apply for a scholarship through DPS Foundation are automatically entered into consideration for a Durham Promise award. The Durham Promise will be awarded to a graduating senior in each traditional senior high school in the Durham Public Schools System in the amount of $3,000. Eligible students must be graduating seniors who expect to enroll in a post-secondary institution in the fall. A minimum 2.5 GPA...
Durham Promise ScholarshipAward amount: $3,000Eligibility: all graduating DPS seniors, 2.5 GPADescription: The Durham Promise is a community-funded scholarship program based on the belief that every DPS student deserves a debt-free college education. All students who apply for a scholarship through DPS Foundation are automatically entered into consideration for a Durham Promise award. The Durham Promise will be awarded to a graduating senior in each traditional senior high school in the Durham Public Schools System in the amount of $3,000. Eligible students must be graduating seniors who expect to enroll in a post-secondary institution in the fall. A minimum 2.5 GPA...
Mildred Frances Thomas Music Scholarship
$2,500
For students who are music majors with an interest in piano and/or organ as their medium.Applicant Requirements:Be a citizen or legal resident of the United States.Be a music major with an interest in piano and/or organ as your medium.Be a North Carolina resident for at least one year prior to making applying.Be accepted for full-time enrollment in a degree program at a Baptist college, university, or seminary. (“Full-time” is as defined by the educational institution you plan to attend.)Be a member of a church affiliated with Provision and/or the Baptist State Convention of NC.Exhibit high moral character, dedication to family,...
For students who are music majors with an interest in piano and/or organ as their medium.Applicant Requirements:Be a citizen or legal resident of the United States.Be a music major with an interest in piano and/or organ as your medium.Be a North Carolina resident for at least one year prior to making applying.Be accepted for full-time enrollment in a degree program at a Baptist college, university, or seminary. (“Full-time” is as defined by the educational institution you plan to attend.)Be a member of a church affiliated with Provision and/or the Baptist State Convention of NC.Exhibit high moral character, dedication to family,...
Cody Blue Pilkington Scholarship Fund
$2,000
Students eligible to recieve this scholarship are North Carolina residents who are entering their freshman or sophomore year to study any engineering, science or math curriculum at NC State University, are at least 18 years of age, are involved in a community service organization (preferably two), are non-smokers and substance-free, and maintain a 2.8 GPA or its equivalent should the grading scale change.About Cody Blue PilkingtonCody Blue Pilkington was a learner from a young age. At age 3, his grandmother began teaching him how to play Scrabble and other games — the thought processes and the steps. He absorbed the...
Students eligible to recieve this scholarship are North Carolina residents who are entering their freshman or sophomore year to study any engineering, science or math curriculum at NC State University, are at least 18 years of age, are involved in a community service organization (preferably two), are non-smokers and substance-free, and maintain a 2.8 GPA or its equivalent should the grading scale change.About Cody Blue PilkingtonCody Blue Pilkington was a learner from a young age. At age 3, his grandmother began teaching him how to play Scrabble and other games — the thought processes and the steps. He absorbed the...
Nannie Norfleet Scholarship
$1,000
ELIGIBILITY & RULES:Candidates for this scholarship must be a residents of North Carolina and must be in need of monetary assistance for continuing their education.No unit may enter more than one candidate for this scholarship.Children or grandchildren of members of the American Legion Auxiliary will have first consideration; however, this scholarship is not limited only to these applicants.Applicants must present the completed application packet to the local American Legion Auxiliary unit’s President on or before March 15 of the year in which the application is being made.Applicants must be in their senior year of high school or a member of...
ELIGIBILITY & RULES:Candidates for this scholarship must be a residents of North Carolina and must be in need of monetary assistance for continuing their education.No unit may enter more than one candidate for this scholarship.Children or grandchildren of members of the American Legion Auxiliary will have first consideration; however, this scholarship is not limited only to these applicants.Applicants must present the completed application packet to the local American Legion Auxiliary unit’s President on or before March 15 of the year in which the application is being made.Applicants must be in their senior year of high school or a member of...
Sunshine Opportunity Scholarships
$25,000
The Sunshine Opportunity Scholarships are worth up to $25,000 over four years of in-state undergraduate study at public universities in Florida, South Carolina and North Carolina. Up to 10 scholarships are awarded annually.The scholarships are intended to help high-achieving students with financial need. Applicants must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher, must have overcome significant obstacles in life and must attend public or private high schools in specific geographic areas of Florida, South Carolina and North Carolina: the counties of Pinellas and Hillsborough in the Tampa Bay area of Florida; the cities of Florence and Marion in South Carolina,...
The Sunshine Opportunity Scholarships are worth up to $25,000 over four years of in-state undergraduate study at public universities in Florida, South Carolina and North Carolina. Up to 10 scholarships are awarded annually.The scholarships are intended to help high-achieving students with financial need. Applicants must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher, must have overcome significant obstacles in life and must attend public or private high schools in specific geographic areas of Florida, South Carolina and North Carolina: the counties of Pinellas and Hillsborough in the Tampa Bay area of Florida; the cities of Florence and Marion in South Carolina,...
Women's Southern Golf Association Scholarship
$14,000
The Women’s Southern Golf Association has established a scholarship fund to assist deserving female golfers residing in the 15 southern states and the District of Columbia to obtain four years of higher education.This year a scholarship of $3,500 will be available along with a commitment of $3,500 for each of the three succeeding years of undergraduate school, not to exceed a total of four years. Renewal of the scholarship will be subject to an annual review of the recipient’s performance, interest and need. The recipient must maintain a cumulative 3.0 grade average out of 4.0. This is not an athletic...
The Women’s Southern Golf Association has established a scholarship fund to assist deserving female golfers residing in the 15 southern states and the District of Columbia to obtain four years of higher education.This year a scholarship of $3,500 will be available along with a commitment of $3,500 for each of the three succeeding years of undergraduate school, not to exceed a total of four years. Renewal of the scholarship will be subject to an annual review of the recipient’s performance, interest and need. The recipient must maintain a cumulative 3.0 grade average out of 4.0. This is not an athletic...
Roothbert Fund Scholarships
$7,000
Albert and Toni Roothbert established the Roothbert Fund to assist those in need of financial aid to further their education. Based in New York City, the Roothbert Fund operates as a volunteer organization. Through scholarships, the Fund supports fellows’ graduate or undergraduate study at an accredited institution based in the United States.The Fund seeks candidates whose daily actions are guided by spiritual values.Applications from graduate students, as well as undergraduates with one year of college completed, are preferred.Applications from candidates who reside in or attend schools in the following states are preferred: Connecticut, District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, Maine, Massachusetts,...
Albert and Toni Roothbert established the Roothbert Fund to assist those in need of financial aid to further their education. Based in New York City, the Roothbert Fund operates as a volunteer organization. Through scholarships, the Fund supports fellows’ graduate or undergraduate study at an accredited institution based in the United States.The Fund seeks candidates whose daily actions are guided by spiritual values.Applications from graduate students, as well as undergraduates with one year of college completed, are preferred.Applications from candidates who reside in or attend schools in the following states are preferred: Connecticut, District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, Maine, Massachusetts,...
Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarship
$5,000
The Jimmy Rane Foundation was established with the purpose of sending deserving students to college. Since then, the Foundation has awarded 680 scholarships to well-deserving students. These hard-working and outstanding students have taken these scholarships all over the country to institutions including: Auburn, Alabama, University of Pennsylvania, Harvard, Texas Tech, Oklahoma State, Baylor, Indiana, Troy, Duke, Stanford, Vanderbilt, Georgia Tech, Georgia and many more. We’re confident that these exceptional scholars will use their education to accomplish great things. We're also confident that they will one day return the favor to someone else in need.The 2024 Jimmy Rane Foundation scholarship application...
The Jimmy Rane Foundation was established with the purpose of sending deserving students to college. Since then, the Foundation has awarded 680 scholarships to well-deserving students. These hard-working and outstanding students have taken these scholarships all over the country to institutions including: Auburn, Alabama, University of Pennsylvania, Harvard, Texas Tech, Oklahoma State, Baylor, Indiana, Troy, Duke, Stanford, Vanderbilt, Georgia Tech, Georgia and many more. We’re confident that these exceptional scholars will use their education to accomplish great things. We're also confident that they will one day return the favor to someone else in need.The 2024 Jimmy Rane Foundation scholarship application...
Michael A DeMayo Scholarship
$2,500
The annual DeMayo Law Offices Arrive Alive Scholarship Program is an exciting opportunity for local high school seniors to have a chance to win a $5,000 scholarship toward their college education. The deadline for 2025 submissions is Monday, March 24, 2025. The Scholarship Application will also be mailed to local area high schools that are eligible to participate.The firm will be awarding a total of $50,000 in college scholarships to 10 high school seniors who reside and attend schools in counties served by the firm, including: Mecklenburg, Gaston, Catawba, Union (NC), Cabarrus, Cleveland, Lincoln, Rowan, Caldwell, Stanly, Iredell, Alexander, Burke,...
The annual DeMayo Law Offices Arrive Alive Scholarship Program is an exciting opportunity for local high school seniors to have a chance to win a $5,000 scholarship toward their college education. The deadline for 2025 submissions is Monday, March 24, 2025. The Scholarship Application will also be mailed to local area high schools that are eligible to participate.The firm will be awarding a total of $50,000 in college scholarships to 10 high school seniors who reside and attend schools in counties served by the firm, including: Mecklenburg, Gaston, Catawba, Union (NC), Cabarrus, Cleveland, Lincoln, Rowan, Caldwell, Stanly, Iredell, Alexander, Burke,...
Carolinas Food Industry Council Scholarships
$2,500
The Carolinas Food Industry Council (CFIC) is proud to offer employees of its member companies and their children the opportunity to apply to win a $2,500 college scholarship. Funded by the Council’s charitable foundation, the Retail Consumer Alliance (RCA), the Everett The Carolinas Food Industry Council (CFIC) is proud to offer employees of its member companies the opportunity to apply to win a $2,500 Everett & Trudy Suddreth Scholarship of Excellence Award. Funded by the Council's charitable foundation, the Retail Consumer Alliance (RCA), this scholarship is awarded annually to a total of 40 deserving students.RequirementsWho Is EligibleAny student whose parent/spouse-employee...
The Carolinas Food Industry Council (CFIC) is proud to offer employees of its member companies and their children the opportunity to apply to win a $2,500 college scholarship. Funded by the Council’s charitable foundation, the Retail Consumer Alliance (RCA), the Everett The Carolinas Food Industry Council (CFIC) is proud to offer employees of its member companies the opportunity to apply to win a $2,500 Everett & Trudy Suddreth Scholarship of Excellence Award. Funded by the Council's charitable foundation, the Retail Consumer Alliance (RCA), this scholarship is awarded annually to a total of 40 deserving students.RequirementsWho Is EligibleAny student whose parent/spouse-employee...
Shari Simon Greenberg Community Scholarship
$1,500
Simon Youth Foundation works to help students achieve their goals, and cost alone should not prevent a student from furthering their education. Each year, SYF looks to award, on average, $1 million, in scholarships, to help students with the cost of post-secondary education. Scholarship awards and amounts are based on available funding.Shari Simon Greenberg Community Scholarships of the Simon Youth Foundation are available to high school seniors living near a Simon mall or in the surrounding communities.Simon Youth Academy Scholarships are available only to graduates of Simon Youth Academies.Greg Saunders Legacy Program Scholarships are available only to dependents of a...
Simon Youth Foundation works to help students achieve their goals, and cost alone should not prevent a student from furthering their education. Each year, SYF looks to award, on average, $1 million, in scholarships, to help students with the cost of post-secondary education. Scholarship awards and amounts are based on available funding.Shari Simon Greenberg Community Scholarships of the Simon Youth Foundation are available to high school seniors living near a Simon mall or in the surrounding communities.Simon Youth Academy Scholarships are available only to graduates of Simon Youth Academies.Greg Saunders Legacy Program Scholarships are available only to dependents of a...
Path To Success Scholarship
$1,000
It’s true that we are shaped by our experiences growing up. We are particularly affected by those who helped raise us, whether that be a parent, an older sibling, a grandparent, a teacher, or a coach. We owe a lot of who we are today to the people who raised, taught, or inspired us as we grew. Sometimes, the experiences that put us on the right path happen early in life, but sometimes, it takes the right person to help us find our way. Regardless, it takes more than our own will and motivation to end up on the path...
It’s true that we are shaped by our experiences growing up. We are particularly affected by those who helped raise us, whether that be a parent, an older sibling, a grandparent, a teacher, or a coach. We owe a lot of who we are today to the people who raised, taught, or inspired us as we grew. Sometimes, the experiences that put us on the right path happen early in life, but sometimes, it takes the right person to help us find our way. Regardless, it takes more than our own will and motivation to end up on the path...
Got a Spine Scholarship
$500
To be eligible for the Arctic Chiropractic "Got a Spine Scholarship" a student must:1) Be attending college or university no later than October of 2025.2) Be attending college or university on a full-time basis by October of 2025.3) Have achieved a GPA of 2.5 or greater during their last academic year.4) Be a U.S. or Canadian resident.5) Be attending a school in the U.S. or Canada by October of 2025.6) Submit answers to the essay questions no later than 11:59 PM EST on the day of the deadline.*Note that you can be enrolled in any field of study.
To be eligible for the Arctic Chiropractic "Got a Spine Scholarship" a student must:1) Be attending college or university no later than October of 2025.2) Be attending college or university on a full-time basis by October of 2025.3) Have achieved a GPA of 2.5 or greater during their last academic year.4) Be a U.S. or Canadian resident.5) Be attending a school in the U.S. or Canada by October of 2025.6) Submit answers to the essay questions no later than 11:59 PM EST on the day of the deadline.*Note that you can be enrolled in any field of study.
Odenza Vacations College Scholarship
$500
To be considered eligible for the Odenza Vacations College Scholarship you must:1) Be between the ages of 17 and 24 on September 1st, 2025.2) Submit an answer to the essay question, which can be found on the application page, prior to the May 1st, 2025 deadline.3) Have a GPA of 2.5 or greater.4) Be a resident of the United States or Canada.The scholarship winner will be announced roughly 6 weeks after the deadline and will be posted on this website immediately after. All applications must be received by 11:59 pm ET on the day of the deadline. No late applications...
To be considered eligible for the Odenza Vacations College Scholarship you must:1) Be between the ages of 17 and 24 on September 1st, 2025.2) Submit an answer to the essay question, which can be found on the application page, prior to the May 1st, 2025 deadline.3) Have a GPA of 2.5 or greater.4) Be a resident of the United States or Canada.The scholarship winner will be announced roughly 6 weeks after the deadline and will be posted on this website immediately after. All applications must be received by 11:59 pm ET on the day of the deadline. No late applications...
