Scholarship Announcements

Posted April 16, 2024

Shelby Negro Woman's Club--For African American senior who plans to attend a four year college or university in the fall.  Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, be accepted to a 4 year college/university, and demonstrate financial need. Application is attached and is also available in the guidance office.   Completed applications should be returned to guidance by May 1.

Posted March 26, 2024

VERY FAST TURN AROUND!!  Due THIS Friday!!

Lemuel H Froneberger--for graduating senior, young man of color--African American or Hispanic descent.  Applicant must demonstrate positive impact involvement, evidenced by significant success in academics, extracurricular activities, and community involvement.  Application is attached and is available in the guidance office. Student should send completed application by email or postmarked by March 29. **Be aware..I will not be working Friday.  Make sure you have your transcript before Friday! 

Larry Mack Award--for Crest High senior football and softball players only.  Applicant will need to submit a 1 page essay about the importance of giving back to the community and school.   Essay is  due to Mrs. Francis April 26.

Jeffrey Cooper Memorial--Scholarship available to Crest senior planning to attend college in the fall.  Applicant should have a well-rounded academic/extra-curricular background.  Study of foreign language (particularly French) is considered favorable but is not required.   Application is attached and is available in the guidance office.  Completed application is due to Mrs. Francis April 26.

The following scholarships all use the General Application.  You only need to fill the application out one time.  You will check at the top of the application which scholarships you would like to be considered for. 

Boyd Cabaniss Memorial--$500 scholarship for Crest student planning to study agriculture or related field.  Application is attached and is available in the guidance office (General Application)  Completed application is due to guidance April 26.

Brooks & Vernie Piercy--$500 scholarship for Crest student planning to attend a four year college or university to study agriculture.  Based on character, academic performance, and leadership.  Application is attached and is available in the guidance office (General Application). Completed application is due to guidance April 26.

Carl DeBrew--$300 scholarship for Crest student planning to attend a 2 or 4 year college with a career tech major (agriculture preferred).  Based on character, scholarship, and leadership.  Application is attached or is available in the guidance office (General Application).  Completed application is due to guidance April 26.

Michael Wilson Memorial--$500 scholarship for Crest student planning to attend a 2 or 4 year college in the fall.  Applicant should exhibit character, scholarship, leadership, affiliation with the Rodeo and/or active involvement in the FFA program.  Application is attached or is available in the guidance office (General Application). Completed application is due to guidance April 26. 

Friendship Masonic Lodge--Scholarship available to student who has been accepted to college.  GPA, leadership, and community involvement are considered.  Application is attached and is available in the guidance office (General Application). Completed application is due to guidance April 26.

Elizabeth Drum Scholarship-- for senior planning to attend Cleveland Community College in the fall. Interest/involvement in FFA, art, and/or soccer is preferred but not required.  Application is attached and is available in the guidance office (General Application).  Completed application is due to guidance April 26.

Walter Norville Memorial--Scholarship available to CHS senior planning to attend college in the fall (community college is preferable).  Application is attached to this email and is available in the guidance office (General Application). Completed application is due to Mrs. Francis April 26. 

Bridges/Beck Scholarship--scholarship to Crest High senior who plans to attend a four year college/university in the fall.  Applicant should have a love for science.  Application is attached to this email and is available in the guidance office (General Application). Applicant should also include with the application an essay describing your love for science.  Completed application and essay is due to Mrs. Francis April 26.

Holly Styers Memorial--scholarship to Crest High senior who plans to pursue a career in cosmetology.  Application is attached to this email and is available in the guidance office (General Application). Completed application is due to Mrs. Francis April 26. 

Marceline Humphries LeGrand--scholarship for Crest High senior.  Applicant should be planning to attend a four-year college and pursue a degree in science (science education is preferred).  Application is available in the guidance office.  (General)  Completed application is due to guidance April 26.

Posted March 13, 2024

Chip Haskin Memorial--for Crest High senior planning to pursue a degree at a two or four year college.  Applicant must have participated in the Varsity baseball team as a player, manager, scorekeeper, etc. for two seasons.  Application is attached and is available in the guidance office.  Completed applications are due to guidance May 1.

Entrepreneur Scholarship--The Cleveland County Chamber is providing a $1000 scholarship for 1 graduating senior from each of the 5 Cleveland County high schools.  The scholarship is to be used to help seniors launch an entrepreneur idea or support a new business.  The top 3 candidates from each school will be invited to participate in a Business Pitch Presentation to a group of "investors".  For more information visit https://clevelandchamber.org/entrepreneur-scholarship-pitch-contest/. Deadline to apply is March 24

Posted February 22, 2024

Douglas High School Scholarship--scholarship for seniors who are descendants of a former Douglas High School student.  Applicant should have a minimum 2.5 GPA and be planning to attend college in the fall.  Applications are attached and are available in the guidance office.  Completed applications should be mailed by the student before April 20. 

The Michael A Demayo Scholarship deadline has been extended until March 11.  For more information about this scholarship, go to https://demayolaw.com/scholarship-program/

Posted February 6, 2024

Linda Hooker Scholarship--$1000 for female senior planning to attend an HBCU (Historically Black College/University) in the fall.  Applicant must have a minimum 3.0 GPA.   Guidelines are attached.  Application is available at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd-FVuK2PJY3gYLfc2R2co8SGRkZP2-Q0or8Fboed4NIobhaw/viewform

Deadline to apply and submit supporting documents is April 12. 

Omega Sigma Omega Scholarship--$500 for female senior planning to attend an HBCU (Historically Black College/University) in the fall.  Applicant must have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Guidelines are attached.  Application is available at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdQhook1zwrgNObWRmhg5b6AvX39D224b8Tox_Mf1LOxzE6Vw/viewform   

Deadline to apply and submit supporting documents is April 12.

Jonathan Peeler Memorial--Scholarship available to senior who will attend college (4 year or community college).  The scholarship is not limited to any particular field of study, but preference will be given to CTE students studying drafting or related field.  Application is  attached to this email and is available in the guidance office.  Completed applications are due to Mrs. Francis March 1.

Posted February, 5 2024

Candy Arey--scholarship available to female senior with a minimum GPA of 2.7.  Special consideration will be given to employees, members, or participants of YMCA programs and to student with financial assistance needs.  Applications are available in the guidance office or attached to this email.  Completed applications should be mailed or emailed by the student before April 10.

Retired School Personnel--$1000 to Crest High senior who is planning to pursue a career in the field of education.  Application is attached and is available in the guidance office.  Completed applications are due to Mrs. Francis March 1. 

Posted January 25, 2024

Cleveland Community College--offers both merit and need-based scholarships to attend CCC.  Application is attached to this email.  Completed application should be submitted to financialaid@clevelandcc.edu.   CCC will begin looking at applications when they are submitted, so the earlier you submit it the better! 

Mike Beard Memorial Scholarship-$10,000 for NC athletes planning to play their sport in college.  Applicant must have a minimum 4.2 weighted GPA, have signed a National Letter of Intent to play college sports, must show financial need, and have participated in community or school service activities.  Application is available at https://www.athleteslab.org/mikebeard.html

​Deadline to apply is March 15.

Hagan Scholarship- $7500 per semester nationwide need-based merit scholarship.  Applicant must have a minimum 3.5 GPA, must enroll in college in the fall, must have a household income that doesn't exceed $100,000, and must work 240 hours from January 1, 2024 until the start of fall 2024 college semester.  Application is available at  https://haganscholarships.org/  Deadline to apply is March 1

Posted January 19, 2024

NC Farm Bureau R. Flake Shaw--Scholarships available for seniors planning to attend a four year college/university or a community college.  Applicants should have the intention to pursue a career in agriculture or in an agriculturally-related field.  Award for four year college/university applicant is $5000 per year.  Award for community college applicant is $1000 per year.  Applications are available at https://www.ncfb.org/r-flake-shaw-scholarship/ Student should mail or email completed application before March 4.

Faith C Webber Scholarship--for graduating seniors planning to attend a four year college/university in the fall.  Applicant should have a minimum unweighted GPA of 3.0 and have participated in extracurricular activities for at least 2 years. Application is attached and is also available in the guidance office.  Completed application is due to Mrs. Francis March 25.

Student-View Scholarship--for graduating seniors who plan to attend college in the fall.  Application is a 15-20 minute survey and is available at www.student-view.com  Deadline to apply is April 23. 

Posted January 17, 2024

Eddie GG Burton Scholarship--$1000 available to graduating seniors who will attend a Historically Black College and University and plan to continue their baseball or softball careers. Application is available at https://www.milb.com/charlotte-knights/community/scholarship/ Pay attention that I will need to send a transcript and counselor report for you before the deadline.  I need those requested by February 28. Deadline to apply is March 1. 

Charlotte Knights STEM Scholarship--$1000 available to graduating seniors planning to attend an accredited institution in the fall.  Applicant must  must be planning to declare a major in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math.  Application is available at https://www.milb.com/charlotte-knights/community/scholarship/  Pay attention that I will need to send a transcript and counselor report for you before the deadline.  I need those requested by April 17. Deadline to apply is April 21. 

Charlotte Knights Healthcare Scholarship--$1000 available to graduating seniors planning to attend an accredited institution in the fall to pursue a career in healthcare.  Application is available at https://www.milb.com/charlotte-knights/community/scholarship/

Pay attention that I will need to send a transcript and counselor report for you before the deadline.  I need those requested by April 17.  Deadline to apply is April 21. 

Charlotte Knights Traci Rajkowski Education Scholarship- $1000 available to graduating senior planning to pursue a degree in education at Appalachian State University.  Application is available at https://www.milb.com/charlotte-knights/community/scholarship/  Pay attention that I will need to send a transcript and counselor report for you before the deadline.  I need those requested by April 17.  Deadline to apply is April 21.

Posted January 16, 2024

Golden Leaf--Scholarship ($3500 per year) for NC seniors planning to enroll in a NC college or community college in the fall.  Applicant should have a 2.5 GPA, have financial need as determined by the FAFSA, and plan to return to a rural NC county after college graduation.  Application is available at https://www.cfnc.org/pay-for-college/apply-for-financial-aid/golden-leaf-colleges-and-universities-scholarship/ Deadline to apply is March 1. 

FELS--Forgivable Education Loan for Service.  For students enrolled in an approved education program and committed to working in critical employment shortage areas in NC (primarily healthcare and  education areas) .  Applicant should have a minimum 3.0 GPA.  Be sure to read requirements of this program.  Application is available at https://www.cfnc.org/pay-for-college/apply-for-financial-aid/forgivable-education-loans-for-service/ Deadline to apply is March 1.

Workforce Development Scholarship--$1000 for community college or technical school students who are seeking a career in a skilled trade directly related to residential construction (carpentry, welding, plumbing, electrical, masonry, etc).   Application is attached.  See Mrs. Hamilton for more information.  Completed application should be mailed or emailed by the student to be received by April 30.

The Eunice Riggins Memorial Scholarship -open to any young woman who is currently graduating from an accredited public high school in North Carolina and who expects to enroll in a four-year college or university in North Carolina next fall. Specific eligibility requirements are: Academic rank in top 10% of class, Minimum SAT score of 1220 or ACT composite score of 25, good character and participation in extra-curricular activities (school and community). Financial need is not the primary consideration.  Application is available at Eunice Riggins Memorial Scholarship 2024 Application 

Deadline to apply is March 1

The Mary Rose Mills-Linda Rankin Memorial Scholarship -open to any student who is currently graduating from an accredited public high school in North Carolina and who expects to enroll in a four-year college or university next fall. Specific eligibility requirements are: Academic rank in top 10% of class, Minimum SAT score of 1290 or ACT composite score of 27, good character and participation in extra-curricular activities (school and community). Financial need is not the primary consideration.  Application is available at Mary Rose Mills - Linda Rankin Memorial Scholarship 2024 Application

Deadline to apply is March 1

The Clare Johnson Marley-Mary Earle Berger Fine Arts Scholarship -open to any student who is currently graduating from an accredited public high school in North Carolina and who expects to enroll in a four-year college or university next fall, and who is declaring as his/her major in an area of the fine arts. Specific eligibility requirements are: Academic rank in top 20% of class, Minimum SAT score of 1220 or ACT composite score of 25, good character and participation in extra-curricular activities (school and community). Financial need is not the primary consideration. (Samples of talent are required to be submitted with the application.)

Application is available at The Clare Johnson Marley - Mary Earle Berger Fine Arts Scholarship 2024 Application

Deadline to apply is March 1.

North Carolina Alpha Delta Kappa Student Achievement Scholarship-- $2000 and is open to a male or female, on track to graduate and planning to attend a 2-year or 4-year college or university.  Specific eligibility requirements are:  SAT score of 990 to 1130 or ACT composite score of 20 to 24; unweighted GPA of 2.5 to 3.5; good character, integrity, leadership potential and service to school, community and church.  Students should apply for this scholarship through the North Carolina Community Foundation at www.nccommunityfoundation.org  Deadline to apply is March 15. 

Number 3 Ruritan--Scholarship for seniors who live in the Number 3 Area who plan to attend college in the fall.  Application is attached and is also available in the guidance office.  Completed applications are due to Mrs. Francis February 9.

Alpha Delta Kappa--$1000 for senior planning to become a teacher. Applicant must be ranked in the top 10% of their class, have a minimum SAT score of 1220 or ACT composite of 25, and be planning to attend a NC college/university in the fall.  Application is attached and is also available in the guidance office.  Completed applications should be mailed by the student to be received by March 1. 

The scholarship below was sent in an earlier email.  The link below is better.  The link also has information on several other scholarships that may interest you. https://www.provision.org/scholarships

Luther H. Butler--scholarship for students planning to attend one of these colleges in the fall: Campbell, Chowan, GWU, Mars Hill, Meredith, or Wingate.  Applicant must be a member in good standing of a church affiliated with the Baptist State Convention of NC.  Application is available online at https://www.provision.org/scholarships   Deadline to apply is February 15.

Posted January 10, 2024

NCECA Scholarship--$800 for senior planning to attend college. Applicant can be planning to pursue any major but consideration is given to Family and Consumer Sciences majors.  Connection and involvement with the Cooperative Extension Service is part of the application.  Application is available at  https://fcs.ces.ncsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/2020-Appendix-G.pdf?fwd=no 

Student should mail completed application to be received by February 1.

Head Start Scholarship​--for seniors who participated in and graduated from Cleveland County Head Start.  Application is attached.  Completed applications are due to Mrs. Francis February 15. 

​Master Gardener Association--$1000 for high school senior in Cleveland County.  Applicant must have a minimum 2.5 GPA, be accepted into an accredited 2 or 4 year college/university for the fall, and be planning to major in horticulture, agriculture, plant science, botany, forestry, landscape architecture/design, or another gardening-related field.  Application is attached.  Student should mail completed application by March 1. 

Abbott and Fenner Scholarship--$1000 scholarship.  Application and details are available at  https://abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.php.     Deadline to apply is June 10. 

Posted January 5, 2024

State Employees Credit Union "People Helping People"--$10,000 (payable $1,250 per semester) for seniors planning to attend one of the 16 constituent campuses of the UNC System.  This scholarship is only available to seniors who are either members of SECU or the child of a parent/guardian who is a member of SECU.  Applicants must be a US Citizen and a resident of NC.  They must have a minimum 2.5 unweighted GPA and have demonstrated leadership, excellence of character, integrity, and community involvement.  

To apply, click on the first attachment below and read the directions to apply electronically.  You will first have to verify your membership to SECU.  This process can take a couple of days so don't wait until the last minute!     

CHS can nominate three students to compete for this scholarship.  The three nominees will be interviewed at the count office to determine the recipient. 

Completed application is due to me (electronically) by February 23. 

Hispanic Scholarship Fund--For seniors of Hispanic heritage.  Must be US Citizen, permanent legal resident, or DACA.  Minimum GPA of 3.0 and must be planning to enroll in a 4 year public university in the fall.  Application is available at https://www.hsf.net/scholarship  Deadline to apply is February 15. 

 Cecilia Music Club--For seniors in Cleveland County.  Scholarship is to be used for private music lessons while in college.  Students do not have to major in music.  Audition is required.  Application is attached.  Completed applications should be mailed by the student to be received by March 6. 

Sylvia Holmes--$500 scholarship available to high school senior females.  Applicants that have been or are participants in Girl Scouts will be looked on with favor.  Applications are available at https://cfgaston.org/scholarships/the-sylvia-l-holmes-scholarship. Deadline to apply is March 1. 

Max J. Fowler--$500 renewable scholarship for student planning to attend NC State University in the College of Physical and Mathematical Sciences or College of Engineering.  Applications are available at https://cfgaston.org/scholarships/max-j-fowler-scholarship  Deadline to apply is March 7.

Jarman Family--$5000 scholarship available to high school seniors whose parent(s) are full-time religious ministers in North and South Carolina.  Applicant should be planning to attend an accredited college or university.  Award is based on character, academic achievement, and need.  Applications are available at https://cfgaston.org/scholarships/jarman-family-scholarship Deadline to apply is March 7.

Luther H. Butler--scholarship for students planning to attend one of these colleges in the fall: Campbell, Chowan, GWU, Mars Hill, Meredith, or Wingate.  Applicant must be a member in good standing of a church affiliated with the Baptist State Convention of NC.  Application is available online at https://www.ncbaptistfoundation.org/the-luther-h-butler-scholarship-for-nc-baptist-students/  Deadline to apply is February 15.

Michael A. Demayo--$2500 scholarship for senior planning to attend college.  Applicant must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and create a presentation (essay, brochure, billboard, or TikTok video) that encourages teens to abstain from distracted and/or drunk driving.  Application is available at https://demayolaw.com/scholarship-program/ Student should mail completed application before February 12. 

Posted November 1, 2023

Dover Scholarship--scholarship available to seniors who attend traditional high school in Cleveland County.  This is a competitive, merit-based scholarship that is awarded based on class rank, academic achievements, leadership, and activities.   There will be 12 scholarships given.  The scholarships will be allocated as follows: two ($20,000), five ($15,000), and five ($10,000).  Of the 12 recipients, four will attend Gardner-Webb University and eight will attend any other accredited college or university. College you plan to attend must be indicated on the scholarship application.   

Application is attached.  Please be sure to type your application. You will need to download the application to be able to type on it.  All responses MUST be on the application (no separate activities resume) The application requires an essay that can be typed on a separate page and attached to the application.  Application, essay, and 2 letters of recommendation (1 must be from school personnel and 1 must be from community contact) are due to Mrs. Francis February 23. 

Harry W Clarke--One $2000 scholarship, renewable for three additional years, will be awarded to a graduating senior from a public high school in the 29 county Western NC region.  Crest may nominate one application to submit for consideration.  Student must attend a NC four-year college or university. Scholarship considers financial need, academic ability, good moral character, and community involvement. Applications are available at https://cfwnc.org/scholarships/harry-w-clarke-memorial-scholarship-programs-harry-w-clarke-award Completed applications must be submitted online by January 22.

William A. Hart--One $1000 scholarship, renewable for one year, will be awarded to a graduating senior from a public high school in the 29 county Western NC region.  Crest may select one application to submit for consideration.  Student must attend a NC two-year community college.  Scholarship considers financial need, academic ability, good moral character, and community involvement.  Applications are available at https://cfwnc.org/scholarships/harry-w-clarke-memorial-scholarship-programs-william-a-hart-award  Completed applications must be submitted online by January 22.

King Law Gives Back--$1000 scholarship for area high school seniors planning to college in the fall.  Applicants will submit an essay on the topic "small towns. big relationships."  Application can be found at https://kinglawoffices.com/giving-back/college-scholarships/ 

Deadline to apply is March 31. 

Spectrum News High School Scholar--$1000 scholarship for seniors in public and private high schools in NC.  Applicant must be involved in varsity athletics  or have an excellent academic record, and be involved in extra-curricular activities, such as band, newspaper, or yearbook, and be active in their local community, either through their school or volunteering on their own time.  Students may be nominated by a coach, teacher, administrator, or school counselor by December 31. For more information and nomination form, go to https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nc/charlotte/high-school-scholars

​Don't forget these scholarship search websites for additional scholarship opportunities:

fastweb.com

scholarships.com

goingmerry.com

Posted September 15, 2023

Tucker Scholars--from GWU.  One full tuition/room & board scholarship for an incoming freshmen to GWU who best exemplifies the principles and values of Christian service in heart, mind, soul, and strength. Applicant must be nominated by a non-family member by November 10.  More information about the scholarship and process can be found at https://gardner-webb.edu/admissions-aid/scholarships-and-grants/tucker-scholarship/

Deadline to apply once nomination is in place is November 17. 

Charlie Adams Endowed Scholarship--$2500 awarded to two senior male athletes participating on a varsity NCHSAA wrestling team and two senior female athletes participating on a varsity NCHSAA cross-country team.  Application is available at https://www.nchsaa.org/nchsaa-scholarship-opportunities/  Deadline to apply is March 15.

Jerry McGee Endowed Student Scholarship--$1500 awarded to two senior year high school student-athletes from NCHSAA member schools each year.  This award is unique because it honors both male and female student-athletes who have distinguished themselves by overcoming adversity and returned to excel beyond expectations in their scholastic athletic sport(s).  Application is available at https://www.nchsaa.org/nchsaa-scholarship-opportunities/ Deadline to apply is February 20.

Pat Gainey Student Award--$5000 scholarship for two student-athletes with a focus on need-based applicants.  Applicants must be either a senior, male high school athlete participating on a varsity baseball team at a NCHSAA school within a county of limited financial resources or a senior, female student athlete participating on a varsity sports team at a NCHSAA member high school within a county of limited financial resources.  Application is available at https://www.nchsaa.org/nchsaa-scholarship-opportunities/   Deadline to apply is March 25.

Wilburn Clary Medal Award--$3000 awarded to one male and one female graduating senior student-athlete participating on a sanctioned varsity sport team during his/her senior year at a NCHSAA member school.  Athlete must have participated in at least two sanctioned varsity sports during his/her high school career. Application is available at https://www.nchsaa.org/nchsaa-scholarship-opportunities/ Deadline to apply is February 20.

Willie Bradshaw Memorial Scholarship--$750 scholarship to an outstanding African American, American Indian/Alaska Native and/or Asian Pacific Islander American, or Hispanic American student-athlete participating on a sanctioned varsity team at a NCHSAA member school. Application is available at https://www.nchsaa.org/nchsaa-scholarship-opportunities/   Deadline to apply is March 25.

Mark Dreibelbis Scholarship--$2500 scholarship to outstanding student-athletes participating on sanctioned varsity teams at NCHSAA schools who have displayed exceptional leadership.  Application is available at https://www.nchsaa.org/nchsaa-scholarship-opportunities/ Deadline to apply is March 1. 

FloSports Track & Field Scholarship--$1000 scholarship to one male and one female track & field student-athlete.  Application is available at https://www.nchsaa.org/nchsaa-scholarship-opportunities/  Deadline to apply is April 15

Elks Foundation Nursing Scholarship--$1000 scholarship for student planning to enroll in a North Carolina nursing program which leads to a RN degree.  Applicants should be in the top 25% of their class and be actively involved in nursing related activities.  Applications are available at https://ncelks.org/programs/nursing-scholarship/ You should pay particular attention to the details on the webpage about the order of materials required with the application.  Completed applications are due to the guidance office

no later than November 30. Please note this deadline is earlier than the application deadline because I need to complete a counselor report/recommendation before it is mailed.

AES Scholarship--$500 scholarship.  Applicants will submit an essay on the topic that appears on the scholarship page of the website https://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.php   Application deadline is October 8

Financial Literacy 101--$500 scholarship awarded randomly to two students a year who complete the Financial Basics course on CFNC.  Visit https://www.cfnc.org/plan-your-future/planning-resources/financial-literacy/  for more information. 

Create-A-Greeting-Card--$10,000 scholarship.  Applicants must submit a unique photo, piece of artwork, or computer graphic for the front of a greeting card.  Visit https://www.gallerycollection.com/greeting-cards-scholarship.htm for more information.  Deadline to apply is March 1.

Jackie Robinson Scholarship--for minority high school senior planning to attend an accredited 4 year college/university.  Applicant should have an excellent academic record, demonstrate leadership potential and dedication to community service, and show evidence of financial need.  Applicant must not have accrued more than 25% of credits needed to graduate from college. Application is available at https://jackierobinson.org/apply/    Deadline to apply is January 10. 

Prudential Emerging Visionaries--for students who have distinguished themselves through volunteer work and community service.  Apply online at https://www.prudential.com/links/about/emergingvisionaries  Deadline to apply is November 3   

Posted August 31, 2023

NC Teaching Fellows--a competitive, merit-based forgivable loans for service program that provides up to $8,250 a year for up to four years to highly-qualified students committed to teaching special education or a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics field) in a NC public, traditional, or charter school. Applicant must be accepted to an approved educator preparation program at one of the Teaching Fellows partner institutions (Chapel Hill, Elon, Fayetteville State, Meredith, NC A&T, NC State, UNC Charlotte, or UNC Pembroke), have a minimum unweighted GPA of 3.0 and are encouraged to submit SAT/ACT scores.  Application is available at https://myapps.northcarolina.edu/ncteachingfellows/ and will open on September 4th.  ​Applicants are strongly encouraged to read all the information and loan requirements before applying.  Deadline to apply is January ​9​.

Wofford Scholars--the largest merit-based scholarship program at Wofford College.  Nominees should rank in the top 10% of their class, score at least 1300 on the SAT/PSAT or 28 on the ACT/PLAN, and be active in leadership and service roles in their school and/or community.  If you would like to be considered for a nomination, let Mrs. Francis know by September 13. 

Jack Kent Cooke Foundation--nationwide scholarship. Applicants must enroll in an accredited four-year college in fall 2024; have a cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.5 or above; demonstrate unmet financial need--applicants with family income up to $95,000 will be considered but it is anticipated that a majority of scholarship recipients will be eligible to receive a Pell grant.  Applications are available at https://www.jkcf.org/our-scholarships/college-scholarship-program/how-to-apply/   Deadline to apply is November 16

John M. Belk Scholarship--Davidson College offers this four-year scholarship covering tuition, room and board.  Nominees should demonstrate powerful academic achievement and engagement in the classroom.  They should also exhibit deep intellectual curiosity and a commitment to impact both their local and global communities.  Crest High can nominate 2 students.  If you would like to be considered for a nomination, please submit an activity sheet and letter of interest (stating why you would like to be considered for the Belk Scholarship) to Mrs. Francis by ​October 27.

The Thomas Wolfe Scholarship--UNC Chapel Hill offers the Thomas Wolfe Scholarship which offers full undergraduate support for student writers.  Applicants should apply to UNC Chapel Hill by October 15.  Scholarship information is available online at https://englishcomplit.unc.edu/creative-writing/scholarships-and-awards/the-thomas-wolfe-scholarship/   Deadline to apply is November 15.  

Ron Brown Scholarship--scholarship for African-American seniors.  Applicant must excel academically,  show exceptional leadership potential and make an impact on their community through service to others.  Application is available at https://ronbrown.org/apply/applicants/  Completed applications should be mailed or emailed by the student before​ November 1 for early application.

College Board Scholarships--Up to $40,000 available with scholarships through College Board.  For more information and to apply go to https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/pay-for-college/bigfuture-scholarships

Centennial Scholarship--From the College of Textiles at NC State University.  For more information about the scholarship visit https://textiles.ncsu.edu/admissions/scholarships-and-financial-aid/ Scholarship applicants must apply to NC State by November 1. 

Robertson Scholarship--one of the most highly sought-after merit scholarships in the United States and is for students applying to Duke and/or UNC Chapel Hill.  Applicants should be seniors who have demonstrated outstanding potential to become great leaders in college and beyond. Robertson Scholars will play significant and impactful roles in their communities and society, today and in the future. Information and application is available at robertsonscholars.org

Deadline to apply is November 15.

Goodnight Scholars--From NC State University for $2​3,000 per year.  For  NC students of middle-income families who intend to major in a STEM (science, technology, engineering, & math) discipline.  To be considered for this program, students must submit their general NC State application by November 1.  NC State will issue invitations to 900 students who apply by November 1.  If you do not receive an invitation, you can self-nominate by December 1st.   More details about the program and selection process can be found at https://goodnight.ncsu.edu/first-year/

Crest has had ​3 recipients of this scholarship!!

Posted  August 21, 2023

Park Scholarship--NC State University offers the Park Scholarship.  This is a four-year scholarship valued at $120,000 and includes tuition, room and board, books, travel, personal expenses, and more.    To be eligible for the program: applicants must have a minimum unweighted GPA of 3.5 and/or a minimum weighted 4.0 GPA and be applying for fall, first-year admissions.    Apply to NC State and the Park Scholarship applications by November 1.  For more information about the process go to https://park.ncsu.edu/

Levine Scholars--UNC Charlotte offers a merit based scholarship for full tuition, room, board, and fees.  Applicants should have outstanding academic records, demonstrate a commitment to community service, and possess a capacity for ethical leadership.  Applicants can self-nominate or be nominated by their high school by October 15.  If you would like to be considered for a school nomination, let Mrs. Francis know by October 1.  Interested students are encouraged to read about this scholarship process at  https://levinescholars.charlotte.edu/  Applicants must apply to UNC Charlotte by November 1 and complete the supplemental Levine application by November 15. 

Gates Scholarship--highly selective scholarship for outstanding, minority, high school seniors from low-income households.  Weighted GPA must be a minimum of 3.3 but most candidates will be in the top 10% of his/her class.  Application is available at https://www.thegatesscholarship.org/scholarship.  Deadline to apply is September 15

Wendy's High School Heisman--recognizes outstanding athletes. Scholarship money and recognition are awarded to state and national winners.  Applicants must have at a "B" (3.0) grade average and participate in at least one of the 47 school sponsored sports listed in the Heisman application.  Application is available online at https://heismanscholarship.com/ Deadline to apply is October 17

Coca-Cola Scholars--Scholarship for high school seniors who are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve.  Applicants should have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and plan to pursue a degree at an accredited US institution.  Apply online at https://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/apply/  Deadline to apply is October 2.  Crest has had 2 recipients of this scholarship! 

Elks Foundation Most Valuable Student--Scholarship available to seniors planning to attend a four year college or university.  Academics, leadership, and need will be considered.  Applications are available online at https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/mvs.cfm 

Deadline to apply is November 13.

Posted August 2, 2023

Morehead-Cain--UNC Chapel Hill offers the Morehead-Cain Foundation Scholarship.  This is a highly competitive merit scholarship that offers four years of undergraduate work at UNC Chapel Hill.  Nominees must demonstrate scholarship, leadership, moral force of character, and physical vigor.  A Morehead-Cain Scholar is also bright, collaborative, self-aware, brave, purposeful, empathetic, optimistic, and original.   Crest High can nominate 3 seniors.  Students can also self- nominate through the direct application.  You can read about the process at https://www.moreheadcain.org/apply/  If you would like to be considered for a school nomination please complete the attached preliminary application.   The preliminary application will be due to guidance August 24. I will inform you if you are a school nominee by September 1. Deadline for application submission once the 3 school nominees are selected is October 1.