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POSTED 3/3/26: Darrell L. Keller, CPA, PA (certified accountant) will offer one $500 scholarship to a graduating senior from Kings Mountain High School who wishes to major in accounting at a local community college or university and pursue a career in accounting.
Please submit the application to me no later than Wednesday, April 1st. If you need help printing the application please let me know.
Click HERE to download the application.
POSTED 3/2/26: The Kings Mountain Rotary Club will be offering 2 $500 scholarships to seniors who plan to attend a two-year college (like CCC, Gaston, OR CPCC, for example) and 4 $1,000 scholarships to seniors who plan to attend a four-year college/university. Interviews will be conducted at the end of April. The date will be announced at a later time.
The completed application is due to Mrs. Cruise no later than Tuesday, March 31st.
Click HERE to download the application.
Hard copies of the application can be found on my office door.
POSTED 2/27/26: 2026 Piedmont (NC) Links scholarship
To be eligible, a student must:
*Be a resident of Gaston, Catawba or Cleveland Counties; and
*Be a graduating African American high school senior that has been accepted to a college or university for the coming fall semester; OR
*Be a current African American college student in good academic standing with the college or university, and
*Submit a completed 2026 Piedmont Chapter Scholarship application, including a copy of transcript, a recent headshot photograph, and two letters of recommendation by the March 31st deadline
*There are three (3) $1,500 scholarships available
Click HERE to download a copy of the application.
Hard copies of this application can be located on my office door.
POSTED 2/25/26: The North Carolina Child Support Council (NCCSC) will awards $2,000 scholarships to eligible North Carolina high school seniors who plan to attend a college, university, technical institute, or trade school in 2026.
Application Deadline
All applications and required attachments must be submitted electronically by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on April 23, 2026.
Students may apply online by visiting:
https://nccscouncil.org
Paper applications are accepted only with prior written approval from the Scholarship Committee.
Eligibility Requirements (Summary)
Applicants must:
Be a resident of North Carolina
Be a graduating high school senior
Have maintained an unweighted GPA of 2.5 or higher
Have been accepted to a post-secondary institution
Have at least one parent who is either:
A current North Carolina Child Support Council member, or
An active client of the North Carolina Child Support Program (IV-D services or AOC Clerk of Court services)
Required attachments include:
Essay (maximum 650 words) responding to the prompt:
“Innovation often begins with education.”Official high school transcript
Two letters of recommendation (one must be from a current or former teacher)
Copy of official acceptance letter or enrollment verification
NEW for 2026 – Expanded Scholarship Opportunity
Beginning in 2026, the Council has expanded the Bob McGuire Scholarship Program.
An additional scholarship will be awarded annually to a deserving student in the region hosting our Annual Child Support and Attorneys Conference.
Because our 2026 conference will be held in Asheville, students in Western Region counties will be eligible for this additional scholarship opportunity.
Award Details
$2,000 one-time award (first-year tuition only)
Funds are disbursed directly to the post-secondary institution
Recipients must provide proof of enrollment before disbursement
Click HERE for informational flyer.
POSTED 2/18/26: The Gamma Beta Beta Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc will award one Black MALE a $1,000 scholarship. The applicant must plan to attend a 2 or 4 year college or university this Fall. Consideration will be given to academic achievement, financial need, and the student's community service record. The deadline to submit the application and supplemental materials is May 1, 2026.
***If you need help mailing the application you will need to submit the completed application to me no later than April 24th.
I have attached copies of the application in MS Word format and as a PDF. DO NOT CONVERT THE APPLICATION TO A GOOGLE DOC!. Hard copies of the application can be found on my office door.
POSTED 2/18/26: FOR SENIORS WHO WANT TO TEACH: The Beta Epsilon Chapter of The Delta Kappa Gamma Society will give seniors from Bessemer City, Cherryville, and Kings Mountain High School the opportunity to apply for a $1,000 grant-in-aid award. Applicants must plan to attend an accredited college this coming Fall 2026 and enter the field of education. The following criteria will be considered in selecting a recipient for the annual grant-in-aid awards:
1. The applicant must express a genuine desire to enter college with the distinct purpose of becoming a teacher.
2. Must demonstrate outstanding qualities of positive leadership in school and community life
3. Must have attained an acceptable and exemplary record in scholarship.
4. Must possess the ability and traits of character and personality which would contribute to success as a teacher.
Completed applications and supplemental materials must be postmarked by March 31, 2026 (the address is on the application). If you need my help mailing the application please let me know.
Application (in your own handwriting in blue or black ink)
Official copy of your transcript
Typed Statement (see application for details)
One School Counselor Recommendation (please give me plenty of time to do this!!!!!)
One Teacher Recommendation (of the applicant’s choosing)
Click HERE to download the application. I do have printed copies in my office.
POSTED 2/12/26: The Faith C. Webber Foundation will award one $500 scholarship to a KMHS student. Faith Webber was a former Shelby High School cheerleader and Social Worker with the Cleveland County DSS, who gave her life in service to the community that molded her into the woman she was. To honor their daughter's legacy, Audrey and Rev. Charles Webber started a scholarship fund to help students in Cleveland County further their education.
Requirements:
Unweighted 3.0 GPA
Participation in extracurricular activities for the past 2 years
Plans to attend a 4 year college/university
Completed application
Copy of resume/data sheet
1 page essay on your goals and objectives in college in addition to your career plans upon graduating from college.
2 letters of recommendation
Copy of transcript
The deadline to submit completed application and supplemental materials to Mrs. Cruise is March 27, 2026. The Foundation may set up interviews based on the number of applications. Date to be announced at a later time.
Click HERE to access the application. You will need to make a copy of the application for yourself. Hard copies of the application can be found on my office door.
POSTED 2/11/26: Commercial Bank “Life. Made Better.” Scholarship. This scholarship for $2,500 will be awarded to only one student from the schools in Commercial Bank’s footprint. Applications must be submitted by Monday, March 30, 2026, and the Scholarship Selection Committee will announce the winner by Friday, April 18.
With this scholarship, Commercial Bank would like to recognize a graduating senior who embodies our motto: “Life. Made Better.” The student should exhibit qualities and behaviors that make life better in your community, whether at home, school, work, or neighborhood. We are looking for a person who is energetic, positive, and uplifting; a student who seeks to make a difference in the lives around them while exhibiting character, kindness, and courage.
Requirements: Students wishing to apply must have a GPA of at least 3.0, be eligible for either free/reduced lunch or the Pell Grant, and be involved in at least two extra-curricular activities (including sports, school clubs, volunteer work, or employment). Students must obtain a recommendation letter from a teacher or guidance counselor and write an essay of at least 1000 words. The essay should describe the facets of what you believe can make life better for individuals in the community and how you are committed to that goal.
Please visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/V2SPY5H to complete the online application and upload your recommendation letter and essay (pdf, doc, or docx).
This information and the application link can also be found at www.cbtn.com/scholarship.
If you have any questions, please contact Anna Daniels, adaniels@cbtn.com, 423-869-5151 ext. 3418.
POSTED 2/10/26: This scholarship's deadline has been extended until Friday, February 20 @ 5 PM.
Each year the NC Extension & Community Association, Inc. (ECA) offers educational scholarships to NC youth and adults who are pursuing a college education in North Carolina. The purpose of the scholarship is to assist students in obtaining a degree at any North Carolina college, in any field of study, with priority given to Family and Consumer Sciences. (Part-time students must carry no less than six (6) hours per semester and full-time students must carry no less than twelve (12) hours per semester.)
Each of the five North Carolina Cooperative Extension districts award two $800 scholarships, one youth and one adult.
The application criteria include:
Activities and Honors - 25%
Connection and Involvement with Cooperative Extension Service (NCCES) - 25%
Financial Need - 25%
Scholarship Potential - 25%
Click HERE to download the application.
Applications should be returned to:
NC Cooperative Extension Cleveland County Center
130 S. Post Road, Suite-1
Shelby, NC 28152
The application must be received by the NC Cooperative Extension by February 1, 2026. If you need my help submitting the application I will need everything no later than Friday, January 23rd.
Hard copies of the application can be found on my office door.
POSTED 2/10/26: Cleveland Community College provides scholarships in the areas of merit (grades), financial need, and for certain program areas.
Please follow the instructions if you plan to apply for their scholarships.
Step 1 - Submit application for admission to CCC. Once you submit your application you will receive an email providing you with instructions on how to set up your My Cleveland account. https://clevelandcc.edu/admissions/how-to-apply/
Step 2 - Complete the FAFSA application.
Apply for a FSA ID - https://studentaid.gov/fsa-id/create-account/launch
Complete FAFSA application. Login using FSA ID username and password - https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa
Step 3 - Complete CCC Scholarship application - you will need your CCC ID that will be created after Step 1. https://app.smarterselect.com/programs/100947-Cleveland-Community-College
Please let me know if you need any help.
POSTED 2/5/26: Rise to Success is a sponsorship program that enables current high school seniors to earn an associate degree or certification in a health care-related discipline from a local community college.
***While participants are in college, they are hired into an entry-level, part-time position. Participants are expected to work for Atrium Health for the duration of their college career and an additional year after completion of their associate degree; participants are also encouraged to earn their bachelor’s degree upon program completion.
Eligibility Criteria and Requirements
Eligibility Criteria and Requirements
Greater Charlotte (Mecklenburg County students are not eligible to apply)
Graduated with a high school diploma and 18 years of age as of June 15
Minimum 3.00 GPA (unweighted)
Must complete and submit all required application materials including essay questions and teacher and recommendation
Applications for Rise to Success 2026 close Sunday, March 1 at 11:59 p.m. ET.
POSTED 2/3/26: Established by the family of Sylvia L. Holmes, and is designed to honor her many contributions and distinguished tenure as Executive Director of the former Pioneer Council, Girl Scouts of the U.S.A.
This $500 scholarship supports a young woman from Cleveland, Gaston, Lincoln, Polk, or Rutherford counties.
Awards are based on character, academics, financial need, and a thoughtful application, with preference for Girl Scout participation and attending a North Carolina college or university.
Selection Criteria
Female high school senior and resident of the former Girl Scouts of the Pioneer Council service area; Cleveland, Gaston, Lincoln, Polk, and Rutherford Counties of N.C. The young woman does not have to be a Girl Scout to apply, but participation in the Girl Scout Movement will be looked upon with favor.
Attendance at a N.C. college or university will also be looked upon with favor.
Selection of recipients will be made by a Selection Committee designated by the Fund’s Advisors and approved by the Board of Directors of the Community Foundation of Gaston County.
This committee will be composed of Sylvia L. Holmes, and two professional staff members of Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont Council who in are incumbent at the selection time.
When considering a candidate’s scholarship application the Selection Committee places value on effort, content, appearance, spelling and grammar.
Deadline - March 2, 2026
Please click here to apply.
POSTED 2/3/26: The Jarman Family Scholarship offers a one-time $5,000 award to support the child of a full-time religious minister living in North or South Carolina. Selected annually, the recipient is chosen based on character, academic performance, and financial need for undergraduate or graduate study. The deadline is March 2, 2026.
Please click here to apply.
POSTED 2/3/26: Developed to honor Max J. Fowler’s lifelong devotion to community education and the field of engineering.
This program is designed to help either a traditional student or returning adult student complete a four-year undergraduate degree that are accepted and enrolled at NC State University in the College of Physical & Mathematical Sciences or College of Engineering.
Requirements - Selection criteria shall be based on character, academic achievement, and community service listed in order of importance:
· Community service
· School performance
· Class ranking
· Any additional interests in music or the arts
· Financial need
Deadline: March 2, 2026.
Please click here to apply.
POSTED 2/3/26: A permanent endowment to honor the professional and community service contributions of Dr. Lonnie Waggoner.
Annual scholarship grants to students seeking an accredited degree in the field of nursing. The award can go to graduating high school seniors or to those wishing to upgrade their skills. Awards shall be for one year only.
Applicants for the scholarship must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment in an accredited nursing program offering degrees in one or more of the following: LPN, RN, or BSN.
Selection criteria include financial need, character, and academic record.
Please contact CaroMont Health Foundation, 704-834-4034 or Foundation@caromonthealth.org
Applications are accepted January through February.
POSTED 2/3/26: YOU MUST LET ME KNOW IF YOU ARE PLANNING TO APPLY SO I CAN SUBMIT YOUR KMHS TRANSCRIPT.
THIS SCHOLARSHIP HAS VERY SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS. READ THE DIRECTIONS CAREFULLY.
The purpose of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Omega Sigma Omega Chapter Scholarship is to assist in providing funds to undergraduate young women exhibiting high academic achievement who plan to further their education at an accredited four year college or university.
This scholarship will pay $1000 to attend a four-year college or university.
ELIGIBILITY
Student must be a female graduating high school senior.
Student must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0.
Student must be enrolled as a full-time student in college.
Student must attend a four-year accredited college or university.
The scholarship must be taken in the first year following the student graduating from high school.
The scholarship is eligible starting with the Fall 2026 semester.
The scholarship will be paid directly to the college or university following verification of student enrollment at the institution.
Use of Scholarship:
Tuition
Books
Room and board
APPLICATION PACKET MUST INCLUDE:
Completed application form
Essay- Topic is included in the scholarship application.
Two letters of recommendation.
Letters must include the applicant’s name, as well as the letter writer’s full name, title, address, e-mail address, current telephone number, and signature.
Email letters to scholarship@omegasigmaomegaaka.org. Letters of recommendation must be received by email on or before April 2nd, 2026.
Official transcript with the application should be uploaded. Must be submitted by a School Counselor only.
APPLICATION/SELECTION DATES
The deadline for submitting applications and supporting documents is April 2nd, 2026.
Submit supporting documentation to scholarship@omegasigmaomegaaka.org. Applications will NOT be considered if ALL supporting documentation is NOT submitted with the application on or by the April 2nd, 2026 deadline.
A congratulatory letter will be sent to the award recipient(s).
Click HERE for the 2026 Scholarship Application.
POSTED 2/3/26: YOU MUST LET ME KNOW IF YOU ARE PLANNING TO APPLY SO I CAN SUBMIT YOUR KMHS TRANSCRIPT.
THIS SCHOLARSHIP HAS VERY SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS. READ THE DIRECTIONS CAREFULLY.
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority INC., continues to focus on education with an emphasis on Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
The LINDA HECKSTALL HOOKER Scholarship is awarded in memory of Linda Heckstall Hooker, a proud graduate of Norfolk State University in Norfolk, Virginia. She loved her community, education, as well as, encouraging others to expand their love of reading.
This scholarship will assist in providing funds to an undergraduate young woman exhibiting high academic achievement who plans to further their education at an accredited HBCU (Historically Black College or University).
This scholarship will pay $1000 to attend a four-year HBCU.
ELIGIBILITY
Student must be a female graduating high school senior.
Student must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0.
Student must be enrolled as full-time student in college.
Student must attend a four-year accredited HBCU.
The scholarship must be taken in the first year following the student graduating from high school.
The scholarship is eligible starting with the Fall 2026 semester.
The scholarship will be paid directly to the college or university following verification of student enrollment at the institution.
Use of Scholarship:
Tuition
Books
Room and board
APPLICATION PACKET MUST INCLUDE:
Completed application form
Essay- Topic is included in the scholarship application.
Two letters of recommendation.
Letters must include the applicant’s name, as well as the letter writer’s full name, title, address, e-mail address, current telephone number, and signature.
Email letters to scholarship@omegasigmaomegaaka.org. Letters of recommendation must be received by email on or before April 2nd, 2026.
Official transcript with the application should be uploaded. Must be submitted by a School Counselor only.
APPLICATION/SELECTION DATES
The deadline for submitting applications and supporting documents is April 2nd, 2026.
Submit supporting documentation to scholarship@omegasigmaomegaaka.org. Applications will NOT be considered if ALL supporting documentation is NOT submitted with the application on or by the deadline of April 2nd, 2026.
A congratulatory letter will be sent to the award recipient(s).
Click HERE for the 2026 Scholarship Application.
POSTED 1/29/26: As Mi Pueblito Mexican Restaurant celebrates their 30th anniversary, they are excited to once again offer the Mi Pueblito Memorial Scholarship to support graduating seniors in Rutherford and Cleveland counties.
For 2026, they will award at least three (3) $500 scholarships to students planning to pursue an undergraduate degree, certification, or accreditation in one of the following areas:
Hospitality or Culinary Arts
Non-English Language Studies
Immigration, Human Development, or Family Studies
Equine Studies or Equine-Related Careers
This scholarship is designed to support students who are passionate about service, culture, and community-focused careers.
Eligibility highlights include:
Graduating high school senior in Rutherford or Cleveland County
Minimum 3.0 GPA
Proof of FAFSA submission
20 hours of service learning
500-word essay and two letters of recommendation
Application Deadline: All application materials must be received by Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 11:59 PM to be considered.
Applications are attached for distribution or can be found here on our website. Completed materials may be submitted via email to info@mipubs.com or mailed to:
Mi Pueblito Mexican Restaurant
Attn: Scholarship Committee
139 South Washington Street
Rutherfordton, NC 28139
Hard copies of this application can be found on my office door.
POSTED 1/8/26: This scholarship is only for a NC public university and you or your parent(s) MUST be members of the State Employees Credit Union (SECU).
The SECU "People Helping People" Scholarship worth $10,000 (payable at $1,250 per semester) is for seniors in North Carolina who plan to attend one of the 16 constituent campuses of the UNC system. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen and resident of North Carolina. Applicants must also have at least a 2.5 unweighted GPA and have demonstrated leadership, excellence of character, integrity and community involvement. Applicants must be a member of SECU or be eligible for membership through a parent or guardian.
***If you are interested in applying you must ELECTRONICALLY submit the completed application to me by Friday, February 27, 2026.
To start the application process you must verify you are a member of SECU. Please click HERE to start the process. Click on the link at the top of page 1 and follow the instructions. Once you are verified you will receive an email with the application. You will need to upload a copy of your college acceptance letter as part of the process.
***KMHS can nominate four students to compete for this scholarship. A committee at CCS Central Services will conduct the interviews in March for our nominees.
POSTED 1/21/26: The NC Restaurant and Lodging Association offers several scholarships for those planning to pursue careers in culinary arts, hospitality, and tourism.
The deadline to apply is March 6, 2026.
POSTED 1/20/26: The North Carolina Home Builders Educational & Charitable Foundation, Inc. (NCHBECF) will award up to eight $1,000 scholarships to community college or technical school students in each of NCHBA’s eight regions. Scholarships will be awarded to students who are entering a program considered to be a skilled trade in the construction industry (i.e., carpentry, welding, plumbing, electrical, masonry, etc.).
Eligibility criteria & general information:
Scholarships will be awarded to students who are entering a program considered to be a skilled trade in the construction industry (i.e., carpentry, welding, plumbing, electrical, masonry, etc.). They do not have to be related to an NCHBA member nor do they have to be nominated by one; however, those recommended or related to an NCHBA member will take preference. One per NCHBA region will be awarded per year based on eight NCHBA regions.
Scholarships will be for one school year. Scholarship winners will be eligible for consideration for renewal.
Scholarships will be considered on the recommendation of a school advisor/teacher and on their future plans in the construction industry as determined by the answers on the scholarship application. First preference will go to students attending a community college or technical school in North Carolina.
The number of scholarships will be determined by the Board of Trustees based on the number of applications. The maximum amount of each scholarship will be $1,000.
Scholarship applications are due by March 30, 2026. The Board of Trustees will meet in late spring to select the scholarship recipients. The scholarship winners will be announced each year no later than July.
Application Period For 2026-2027 is Now Open
Application Period For 2026-2027 is Now Open
To apply for a scholarship, you must submit:
Completed application form.
School advisor or teacher must sign off on the application form. Please provide those signing off on your application with the general information sheet and a stamped envelope. Be sure to allow enough time for your completed application to be written and sent.
How to Submit Your Application
How to Submit Your Application
You may submit your completed application form and the advisor form via email to Tracie Garrett at tgarrett@nchba.org, or, you may mail these forms to the address below.
NC Home Builders Association
PO Box 99090
Raleigh, NC 27624
If you need help with the application process please let me know.
POSTED 1/14/26: Each year the State Employees Association of North Carolina (SEANC) Scholarship Foundation, Inc. offers academic scholarships to SEANC members, in good standing, their spouses and dependents and Retired SEANC members, in good standing, grandchild(ren). The Scholarship Foundation will award annual scholarships for the 2026-2027 school year.
Membership in teachers’ organizations or State Employees’ Credit Union (SECU) Members are not eligible for a SEANC Foundation Scholarship. Only SEANC members, in good standing, their spouses and dependents and Retired SEANC members, in good standing, grandchild(ren) are eligible to receive SEANC Scholarships.
Below are the SEANC Scholarships being offered through an online enrollment process:
Category I Scholarship application (Financial Need)
Category II Scholarship application (Merit)
Category III Scholarship application (Member only)
Retiree Grandchild - Category I Scholarship Application (Financial Need)
Retiree Grandchild - Category II Scholarship Application (Merit)
January 2, 2026, the scholarship applications will be available online at https://www.seanc.org/scholarship through an online enrollment process. All applications must be submitted electronically, through the online system rather than on paper.
Applications must be completed and submitted online by April 15, 2025.
If you have a student who is interested in applying for a scholarship, but whose parent is not a member of SEANC, please direct them to www.seanc.org to join. The parent must be a state or local government employee or retired state or local government employee to join SEANC. Membership dues must be paid current prior to April 15, 2025. The student must be enrolled as a full-time student for the 2026-2027 school year.
POSTED 1/13/26: Abbott and Fenner Scholarship Program
Abbott & Fenner Business Consultants are pleased to be able to continue with our scholarship program for the 20th year.
We will be awarding $1,000 to the winner(s) each year.
Scholarship Deadline - June 10, 2026.
Application Process
Students will submit an essay on the topic that appears on the scholarship page of our web site: https://abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.php
Full details are available on our site.
POSTED 1/12/26: You will need to look at your SAI index (cannot exceed $15,000) on your FAFSA application to see if you qualify. If you need help submitting the FAFSA please let me know.
The Golden LEAF Colleges and Universities Scholarship is designed to assist current North Carolina high school seniors. 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.
Eligibility
Be a North Carolina resident for tuition purposes and reside in a qualifying rural North Carolina County as identified by the Golden LEAF Foundation
Applicants must complete residency determination at the North Carolina Residency Determination Service Website
Be a graduating North Carolina high school senior or a currently enrolled North Carolina community college transfer student enrolling full-time (degree seeking) in the fall at a participating North Carolina public or private college/university
Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
Demonstrate financial aid need as determined by the application process; have a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Student Aid Index (SAI) that does not exceed 15000
Express an intent to return to a rural North Carolina community upon college graduation
Application Requirements
Complete and submit a full electronic Golden LEAF Colleges and Universities application
Submit an electronic copy of academic transcript that has final grades for most recent Fall semester
Complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the appropriate school year
The scholarship provides $3,500 a year for up to four years to high school seniors and $3,500 a year for up to three years to community college transfer students. Students who have previously attended a college or university outside of dual enrollment (high school and college at the same time) are not eligible for consideration.
The deadline to apply is March 1, 2026.
POSTED 1/12/26: Please read the list of eligible programs carefully! I know many students plan to obtain nursing, dental hygiene, and education degrees.
Established by the North Carolina General Assembly in 2011, the Forgivable Education Loans for Service provides financial assistance to qualified students enrolled in an approved education program and committed to working in critical employment shortage professions in North Carolina. The North Carolina State Education Assistance Authority provides administration for the program. For the 2025-2026 academic year the approved degree programs and approved institutions can be found via the Scholarship Resource Section.
Eligibility
Be a legal North Carolina resident and NC resident for tuition purposes
Your North Carolina residency status is checked automatically with the Residency Determination Service (RDS) in an overnight process once you submit your FELS application. If applicants haven’t completed residency determination, they may do so at the North Carolina Residency Determination Service Website.
At the time of application, present a cumulative minimum grade point average (GPA) of:
3.00 for graduating high school students (weighted GPA)
2.80 for undergraduate students pursuing an associate or bachelor's degree
At the time of application be enrolled in or will be enrolling in one of the FELS approved programs. Note: if your program of study is not listed on the FELS Approved Program list then you are not eligible to apply for FELS.
Recipients must not be in default, or does not owe a refund, under any federal or State loan or grant program
Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress according to the enrolling policy of the institution
Be willing to work in NC in a designated critical employment shortage profession
Must plan to enroll at least part-time in a FELS Approved Program at a FELS Eligible Institution
Application Requirements
Complete a FELS Application
The 2026 application will open on Monday, January 12. Applications will be entered into a lottery for award consideration.
If you are seeking your associate's or bachelor’s degree, provide a copy of your transcript with your application.
Please review FELS Approved Programs prior to applying to ensure your program is FELS eligible and to read program information.
POSTED 1/8/26: Cody Blue Pilkington Scholarship Fund - North Carolina resident students who are entering their Freshman or Sophomore year to study engineering, science or math curriculum at NC State University, are at least 18 years of age, are involved in a community service organization (preferably 2), are non-smokers and substance-free, and maintain a 2.8 GPA or its equivalent should the grading scale change.
Local Contact - Mr. Parker Shields, Scholarships Manager, North Carolina Community Foundation pshields@nccommunityfoundation.org
Due Date - March 3, 2026
Apply by using the NCCF Universal Scholarships Application in the NCCF Scholarships Portal.
POSTED 1/7/26: The Cecilia Music Club Scholarship is for seniors in Cleveland County. The scholarship is awarded to a talented student in any area of applied music. This scholarship MUST BE USED for private lessons on the college level in the area in which the scholarship is given. The scholarship must be used within 24 months from the time it is awarded.
It is not required that applicants major in Music in college to apply for this scholarship. It can be for any major.
Deadline to return your completed application to Mrs. Cruise for mailing is Friday, February 27th. If you mail the application it must be received by the chairman of the committee by March 5th. The address is on the application.
Auditions will be held March 12th at 3:30 PM at Shelby Presbyterian Church.
Click HERE to download a copy of the application. . If you need help printing it please let me know.
POSTED 1/7/26: The Extension Master Gardener Association of Cleveland County is committed to sustainable gardening, soil health, environmental soundness, and community involvement. We support education and outreach to local growers of food, flowers, shrubs, and trees. In offering this scholarship, we hope to further the education of young people who share our values.
This $1,000 scholarship is available to a high school senior in the Cleveland County School District who is preparing to enter post-secondary education in the fall of 2026.
To qualify, the student must:
Have a grade point average of 2.5 or higher.
Plan to major in horticulture, agriculture, plant science, botany, forestry,landscape architecture/design, or another branch of the agricultural sciences.
Include a letter of recommendation from a teacher who has taught this student within the last two years.
Include a letter of recommendation from a non-related personal reference.
Include a transcript listing courses taken and grades received, for seven semesters.
Be accepted into an accredited two- or four-year college or university and be enrolled for the fall of 2026.
This application must be mailed and postmarked on or before March 1, 2026.
Mail the signed application along with the transcript and the letters of recommendation to:
Cleveland County Cooperative Extension Office
Attn. MG Scholarship
130 S. Post Rd. Suite 1
Shelby, N.C. 28152
Click HERE to download a copy of the application. Hard copies can also be found on my office door.
POSTED 1/6/26: The Clare Johnson Marley-Mary Earle Berger Fine Arts Scholarship - This scholarship is open to any student who is currently graduating from an accredited high school in North Carolina that follows the NC Standard Course of Study, and who expects to enroll in a four-year college or university next fall, and who is declaring an area of the fine arts as their major. This is a one-year (non-renewable) scholarship in the amount of $2,000.
Submit by Saturday, March 1st, 2026 11:59 PM
Items Needed for Application:
List of extracurricular involvement and honors
List of work experience
Parent/Guardian Information and Endorsement
Mid-year High School transcript showing class rank and GPA (weighted or unweighted)
College entrance exam scores (either SAT or ACT or both)
Two letters of recommendation
Personal statement from the applicant detailing their plans, career goals, and reasons for wanting this scholarship
Video submission
Please ensure that you have all of the above items ready to submit before filling out the application.
Video Submission Guidelines:
Applicants must submit several videos of themselves demonstrating proof of talent or ability in the fine arts (a performance or showing your portfolio, etc.). We would like to see you actually performing or explaining your work. Each video cannot exceed 2 minutes in length.
Music: 4-5 videos of performance. Be sure to include the title and composers of the selections.
Dance: 4-5 videos of performance. Be sure to include descriptive information about choreography, presentation, and technique.
Visual Arts: 4-5 videos showing and describing items in your portfolio. Be sure to include for each example: medium used, age at the time of completion, and any other information that may assist the committee.
Drama: 4-5 videos featuring a monologue or another dramatic scene. Other actors may be in the scene, but the applicant's part should be primary. Be sure to include an explanation of the set-up and any other information that may assist the committee. A script or written excerpt should be included.
Selection Criteria/Eligibility Requirements:
Academic rank in top 20% of class
Minimum SAT score of 1220 or ACT composite score of 25
Good character
Participation in extracurricular activities (school & community)
Financial need is not the primary consideration
If you have any questions while filling out your application, please send an email to: ncadkscholarship@gmail.com
2026 Clare Johnson Marley - Mary Earle Berger Fine Arts Scholarship Application
POSTED 1/6/25: The Mary Rose Mills-Linda Rankin Memorial Scholarship - This scholarship is open to any student who is currently graduating from an accredited high school in North Carolina that follows the NC Standard Course of Study, and who expects to enroll in a four-year college or university next fall, and who meets eligibility requirements. This is a one-year (non-renewable) scholarship in the amount of $2,000.
Award Amount: $2,000
Submit by Saturday, March 1st, 2026 11:59 PM
Items Needed for Application:
List of extracurricular involvement and honors
List of work experience
Parent/Guardian Information and Endorsement
Mid-year High School transcript showing class rank and GPA (weighted or unweighted)
College entrance exam scores (either SAT or ACT or both)
Two letters of recommendation
Personal statement from the applicant detailing their plans, career goals, and reasons for wanting this scholarship
Please ensure that you have all of the above items ready to submit before filling out the application.
Selection Criteria/Eligibility Requirements:
Academic rank in top 10% of class
Minimum SAT score of 1290 or ACT composite score of 27
Good character
Participation in extracurricular activities (school & community)
Financial need is not the primary consideration
If you have any questions while filling out your application, please send an email to: ncadkscholarship@gmail.com
2026 (D2) Mary Rose Mills - Linda Rankin Memorial Scholarship Application
POSTED 1/6/25: The Eunice Riggins Memorial Scholarship - This scholarship is open to any young woman who is currently graduating from an accredited high school in North Carolina that follows the NC Standard Course of Study, and who expects to enroll in a four-year college or university in North Carolina next fall, and who meets eligibility requirements. This is a one-year (non-renewable) scholarship in the amount of $2,000.
Submit by Saturday, March 1st, 2026 11:59 PM
Items Needed for Application:
List of extracurricular involvement and honors
List of work experience
Parent/Guardian Information and Endorsement
Mid-year High School transcript showing class rank and GPA (weighted or unweighted)
College entrance exam scores (either SAT or ACT or both)
Two letters of recommendation (PDF)
Personal statement from the applicant detailing their plans, career goals, and reasons for wanting this scholarship
Please ensure that you have all of the above items ready to submit before filling out the application.
Selection Criteria/Eligibility Requirements:
Academic rank in top 10% of class (ranked 29 and above)
Minimum SAT score of 1220 or ACT composite score of 25
Good character
Participation in extracurricular activities (school & community)
Financial need is not the primary consideration
If you have any questions while filling out your application, please send an email to: ncadkscholarship@gmail.com
2026 (D2) Eunice Riggins Memorial Scholarship Application
POSTED 12/5/25: Caballeros de Charlotte Scholarship - The Charlotte Knights and Compass Group are dedicated to providing educational opportunities to the youth in our communities.
To improve educational funding for high school students from Hispanic/Latin backgrounds the Charlotte Knights and Compass Group have committed to providing three $1,000 college scholarships to local high school seniors.
To be considered for this year’s scholarship class, please complete the following application.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS SCHOLARSHIP REQUIRES A COUNSELOR REPORT. SO THAT MEANS YOU NEED TO LET ME KNOW IN PLENTY OF TIME IF YOU ARE APPLYING FOR THIS SCHOLARSHIP.
The deadline to apply is 11:59 PM on Monday, April 6th, 2026. Additional materials must be postmarked by this date.
Download the guidance counselor form here.
POSTED 12/5/25: Piedmont Natural Gas STEM Scholarship - The Charlotte Knights and Piedmont Natural Gas are committed to supporting education in our communities.
To improve educational funding for high school students interested in pursuing a career in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math), the Knights and Piedmont Natural Gas have committed to providing three $1,000 college scholarships to local high school students.
To be considered for this year’s scholarship class, please complete the following application.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS SCHOLARSHIP REQUIRES A COUNSELOR REPORT. SO THAT MEANS YOU NEED TO LET ME KNOW IN PLENTY OF TIME IF YOU ARE APPLYING FOR THIS SCHOLARSHIP.
The deadline to apply is 11:59 PM on Monday, April 6th, 2025. Additional materials must be postmarked by this date.
Download the guidance counselor form here.
POSTED 12/5/25: Atrium Health Scholarship - The Charlotte Knights and Atrium Health are dedicated to providing educationalopportunities to the youth in our communities.
To improve education funding for high school students interested in pursuing a career in healthcare, the Knights and Atrium Health have committed to providing three $1,000 college scholarships to local high school seniors.
To be considered for this year’s scholarship class, please complete the following application.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS SCHOLARSHIP REQUIRES A COUNSELOR REPORT. SO THAT MEANS YOU NEED TO LET ME KNOW IN PLENTY OF TIME IF YOU ARE APPLYING FOR THIS SCHOLARSHIP.
The deadline to apply is 11:59 PM on Monday, April 6th, 2026. Additional materials must be postmarked by this date.
Download the guidance counselor form here.
POSTED 12/5/25: Eddie G.G. Burton Scholarship - The Charlotte Knights and Gaile Dry-Burton are dedicated to providing educational opportunities to the youth in our communities.
To improve educational funding for high school students attending a Historically Black College and University (HBCU) the Knights and Gaile Dry-Burton are committed to providing three $1,000 college scholarships to local high school seniors.
To be considered for this year’s scholarship class, please complete the following application. We are only able to consider scholarships that have a completed application and provide all required documents. Download the scholarship checklist form here.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS SCHOLARSHIP REQUIRES A COUNSELOR REPORT. SO THAT MEANS YOU NEED TO LET ME KNOW IN PLENTY OF TIME IF YOU ARE APPLYING FOR THIS SCHOLARSHIP.
The deadline to apply is 11:59 PM on Friday, February 27th, 2026. Additional materials must be postmarked by this date.
Failure to submit supporting documents such as a transcript, letters of recommendation, ACT/SAT scores and guidance counselor forms by the deadline, will deem the application ineligible.
Download the guidance counselor form here.
POSTED 12/2/25: We are now accepting applications for our 2026 scholarship to graduating Asian American/Pacific Islander high schoolers (4 awards of $1,000 USD over 4 years). This is our seventh year sponsoring the scholarship, and we would love for your seniors to apply! Students can apply on our site at www.foundation649.com.
Details for how to apply on our website (https://www.foundation649.com/):
2026 Scholarship Prompt
Share a personal story through video that explores your AAPI identity by connecting with your roots, community, or the everyday moments that make you feel at home. The Foundation 649 Scholarship is a grant of $4,000 over the course of 4 years that can be applied to college tuition and expenses. To maintain eligibility each year, there will be a brief check-in and renewal process at the end of each school year.
Share a personal story through video that explores your AAPI identity by connecting with your roots, community, or the everyday moments that make you feel at home. The Foundation 649 Scholarship is a grant of $4,000 over the course of 4 years that can be applied to college tuition and expenses. To maintain eligibility each year, there will be a brief check-in and renewal process at the end of each school year.
Details
Details
Five recipients will be selected
Each recipient will receive an award of $4,000 USD spread over 4 years
The award must be renewed each year to receive successive funds (details to come)
Application deadline is March 1, 2026
10 entrants will be selected as finalists for video call interviews by March 31, 2026
Recipients are announced by mid-April 2026
Requirements
Requirements
Be a degree-seeking, full-time student enrolling in a U.S. accredited university in Fall 2026 as a Freshman or transferring from a community college
Identify as Asian American / Pacific Islander
Have a track record of involvement and interest in AAPI communities, issues, or causes
Have demonstrated financial need for the scholarship
Be a US citizen, resident, or foreign national. Undocumented students are also welcome to apply.
Application
Application
The application consists of a video submission (link or file) responding to one of the three prompts below. We want to hear your stories - we encourage creativity, honesty, and originality (this should not be a rehash of your resume)! Your submission is based on its message and personal perspective, not fancy editing or film techniques. Simple, honest conversation is what matters most. Your video can be filmed on a phone, in any language, and can include subtitles if helpful. If you are selected as a recipient, with your permission, we plan to share your submission with our audiences. Videos should be between 1 and 5 minutes long. Remember to focus on clarity and storytelling. Your message matters more than editing or length.
The application consists of a video submission (link or file) responding to one of the three prompts below. We want to hear your stories - we encourage creativity, honesty, and originality (this should not be a rehash of your resume)! Your submission is based on its message and personal perspective, not fancy editing or film techniques. Simple, honest conversation is what matters most. Your video can be filmed on a phone, in any language, and can include subtitles if helpful. If you are selected as a recipient, with your permission, we plan to share your submission with our audiences. Videos should be between 1 and 5 minutes long. Remember to focus on clarity and storytelling. Your message matters more than editing or length.
Intergenerational Conversations: Record a short video conversation with a family member, mentor, or community elder about what being AAPI means to them. Share what you have learned and how it has shaped your own sense of identity.
What Home Sounds Like: Capture or describe the sounds that remind you of home such as family conversations, street noises, cooking, music, or any soundscape that carries meaning for you. Explain why these sounds are important and how they connect to your AAPI identity or sense of belonging.
Roots and Routes: Trace the journey of your family or community (this can be across oceans, states, or generations). Explain where your roots began and how those paths have shaped who you are today. Reflect on what you have or have not inherited, such as values or traditions, and how those continue to grow in new places.
In addition, applicants should provide the FAFSA SAI (student aid index). If you are unable to provide this document, please provide substitute documentation and elaborate in the financial aid section.
In addition, applicants should provide the FAFSA SAI (student aid index). If you are unable to provide this document, please provide substitute documentation and elaborate in the financial aid section.
Questions? Reach out to us at team@foundation649.com
Questions? Reach out to us at team@foundation649.com
POSTED 11/24/25: The Dover Scholarship is a merit based scholarship that is awarded each year to seniors in Cleveland County who want to attend any 4-year college. This year they will give out (2) $20,000, (5) $15,000, and (5) $10,000 scholarships. Of the 12 recipients 4 will be to Gardner-Webb and 8 will be for any other accredited college or university.
There are two categories of competition: 1) those seniors who have been accepted and want to attend Gardner-Webb University and 2) those seniors who want to attend ANY other college in the United States that they have been accepted to (you can only select ONE category).
Applicants are required to write a 500 word or less essay (you can select from 2 prompts) and submit two letters of recommendation (one from school personnel and one from the community). You are allowed to attach extra pages for the essay, but no "resume style" pages detailing your work, community involved, etc will be accepted.
The Dover Foundation will select students competing for the GWU category and students in the other college category from the area high school applicants to interview. Applicants that move forward in the competition will be required to attend an interview in late March or early April.
Please download the application and TYPE your answers in the fill-able PDF. I highly recommend you DO NOT USE YOUR CHROMEBOOK for this application. If you need access to a different computer please let me know. You are not allowed to attach a resume/data sheet.
Deadline to submit your Dover Scholarship application to Mrs. Cruise is Friday, February 20, 2026.
Click HERE to download the application.
POSTED 11/19/25: NC Assist No Essay scholarship contest - You can enter each month to try and win a $1,000 scholarship.
POSTED 11/18/25: NC Alpha Delta Kappa Student Achievement Scholarship - Applicants must be a graduating senior from a high school in North Carolina pursuing a degree in the field of education at an institution of higher education. The applicant must have a GPA in the range of 2.5 to 3.5 and an SAT score in the range of 900 to 1050. The committee will also judge the applicant based on their service to school, community, and church, as well as their integrity and leadership potential. Due Date - March 3, 2026
How to Apply - Apply by using the NCCF Universal Scholarships Application in the NCCF Scholarships Portal.
POSTED 11/17/25: The Michael A. DeMayo Scholarship Program will award 10, $5,000.00 college scholarships to high school seniors to continue their secondary education. Must have a 3.0 GPA. Each year the firm's scholarship committee selects students based on their grades, school and community involvement, SAT or ACT scores (optional), and a presentation that encourages fellow teens to abstain from underage drinking and driving and highlights the dangers and consequences of drinking and driving. Paper applications are available in Mrs. Cruise's office. They can also be downloaded at https://demayolaw.com/scholarship-program/. All entries must be postmarked on or before midnight on March 23, 2026.
High school seniors must provide all the following items in a single submission to qualify for consideration:
1. Scholarship application (typed or neatly printed) and a recent photo of yourself.
2. An essay, billboard, brochure, website home page, or music video presentation that discourages underage drinking and driving and distracted driving plus highlights the dangers of drinking and driving and distracted driving.
3. Official or unofficial high school transcript (must include class rank, size and test scores).
4. SAT or ACT scores (if not included in transcript, a printout from CollegeBoard.com is acceptable). a. Due to the fact that SAT/ACT testing and results for 2024/25 college applicants have been eliminated at most if not all colleges and universities, we will not require that applicants submit any standardized testing to be considered for the DeMayo Law Offices Arrive Alive® Scholarship, 2025. Students who wish to include testing as part of their application may do so, but those who do not will not be penalized in the application review
5. Two letters of recommendation (from teachers, athletic coaches, school administrators, club advisors, volunteer work supervisors, employers, religious leaders or family friends). Letters of recommendation should assess the applicant’s academic potential, his/her progress and academic achievements, community/school involvement or volunteer activities.
POSTED 11/10/25: If you would like help with this process please let me know. Professors from Gardner Webb are willing to come to KMHS to help.
One KMHS senior will be awarded a $1,000 cash prize.
Do you have a plan to start a business? Do you already have a small business and would like to expand it?
The Cleveland County Chamber of Commerce is offering one senior from each Cleveland County High School the opportunity to win $1,000 if their entrepreneurial presentation is selected as a winner. In order to participate you will need to write a one paragraph statement on What is an entrepreneur, create a business plan, and complete an application. The deadline to email these items to the Cleveland County Chamber of commerce is March 14, 2026. Email the completed application to info@clevelandcountychamber.org
The top three business plans at KMHS will be selected to compete in a competition at Gardner-Webb University. You will need to be prepared to present a three minute "Shark Tank" style pitch. This will take place on April 14th.
Click HERE to download a copy of the application. I also have hard copies in my office.
POSTED 10/30/25: BigSun Scholarship - The BigSun Organization is proud to be able to continue to help young athletes succeed in their academic pursuits. We are offering an annual scholarship to a deserving student. All student athletes are eligible for this award, regardless of which sport they are participating in or what their capacity in that sport is. Deadline - June 19, 2026 Amount of Award - $500.00
The successful applicant will be a high school senior or be attending a post secondary institute and currently involved in some sport at that institution or in the community..
Please visit our website at http://www.bigsunathletics.com to learn how to apply.
POSTED 10/27/25: Did you play Dixie Youth Baseball? This is the league the KM YMCA participates in. Dixie Youth has been renamed to Diamond Youth Baseball (DYB)
Diamond Youth Scholarship: Applicant must be a senior in high school and must have participated in a DIAMOND YOUTH BASEBALL program when twelve years old or younger. Applicant’s ability as an athlete will not be a factor in awarding scholarships. Please be aware – NCAA rules may prohibit acceptance of this scholarship if a student will be participating in an athletic program in college -check with college prior to applying for this scholarship. Deadline to submit application and supporting documentation to the Dixie Youth committee is March 1, 2026. The application can be found by linking on the link below. If you need help printing out the application please let me know.
POSTED 10/24/25: The Next NC Scholarship is a financial aid program that helps most North Carolinians from households making $80,000 or less pursue higher education. Students attending a community college will receive at least $3,000 per year. Those attending a public university in North Carolina will get a minimum of $5,000 per year. The best part? It’s money that doesn’t have to be repaid.
In order to qualify for this scholarship you must fill out the FAFSA. The steps to complete this process are below. If you need any help please let me know.
STEP 1 - apply for a FSA ID. You will need to provide a personal email (it needs to be yours), cell phone number, birthday and social security number.
https://studentaid.gov/fsa-id/create-account/launch
STEP 2 - Log into the FAFSA application using the username and password you created in step 1. Complete FAFSA. You will need to enter a parent's personal information including email address.
https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa
STEP 3 - The parent you entered in Step 2 must complete their part. They will be emailed a link with directions.
POSTED 10/21/25: CLEVELAND COUNTY BLUE COLLAR SCHOLARSHIP - Cleveland County Independent Bikers is a community organization with over 30 years of service, which we take great pride in and are committed to. Candidates for this scholarship must have a clean school behavior record, be residents of Cleveland County, be a graduating senior from one of the four traditional Cleveland County high schools, and plan to enroll in a trade school. The deadline to return the completed application to me is February 20, 2026.
Click HERE to access the application.
Hard copies of this scholarship can be found on my office door and with Mr. Boyd in the BIT building.
POSTED 10/10/25: The Whole Person College Program selects inspiring young role models from low-income communities and surrounds them with the following resources during college: community impact planning, one-on-one mentorship, professional networking, leadership and life skill building, Summer Symposium, internship opportunities, and tuition awards up to $5,000 per academic year.
Through a diverse community of thousands of mentors, staff, volunteers, peers, donors, and Scholars alumni, we've created an ecosystem of support that rallies around our exceptional young leaders, providing them with the personal, professional, and financial resources they'll need to thrive in their college careers and start a ripple of impact in their community.
Once a Greenhouse Scholar, always a Greenhouse Scholar. The Whole Person College Program is only phase 1 of our 3-phased Community Change Model approach. After college graduation, Scholars are eligible to receive additional services through the Young Leaders Program. Learn about our program at greenhousescholars.org/our-program/.
Eligible Students Must:
Eligible Students Must:
Be a graduating high school senior planning to attend a four-year accredited academic institution in fall 2026
Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident and a legal resident of Colorado, Georgia, Illinois, New York, North Carolina, Utah, or California (select counties only: Los Angeles County, Riverside County, Orange County).
Have a cumulative, unweighted GPA of 3.5 or above
Demonstrate financial need (annual household income no greater than $80,000)
Possess excellent leadership skills, an ability to persevere through difficult circumstances, and a strong interest in and commitment to your community
Part 1: Eligibility Survey and Short Response
Part 1: Eligibility Survey and Short Response
Report unweighted GPA, household income, and geographic location to confirm eligibility, and submit one short answer response. Eligible applicants will be invited to Part 2 on a rolling basis.
The Part 1 Application opens on September 1, 2025
The Part 1 Application closes on November 13, 2025
Part 2: Academic Information and Written Responses
Part 2: Academic Information and Written Responses
Submit transcript, ACT/SAT test scores (optional), two letters of recommendation, and four written responses of up to 500 words.
The Part 2 Application opens on September 8, 2025
The Part 2 Application closes on December 3, 2025
Part 3: Video Responses and Financial Reporting
Part 3: Video Responses and Financial Reporting
Semi-finalists have two weeks to create and submit a five-minute video response and submit proof of income documents.
The Part 3 Application opens on January 10, 2026
The Part 3 Application closes on January 26, 2026
Part 4: Finalist Interviews
Part 4: Finalist Interviews
Finalists will be invited to submit updated transcripts, ACT/SAT test scores (optional), a headshot, college acceptance status, other scholarship awards statuses, and to schedule an interview.
Finalist interviews take place between March 23-April 2, 2026 in Los Angeles, Boulder, Denver, Atlanta, Chicago, Charlotte, Raleigh, New York City, and Salt Lake City.
Winner Notifications (Week of April 27, 2026)
Winner Notifications (Week of April 27, 2026)
POSTED 10/9/25: NCHSAA Scholarships for Student Athletes - read descriptions carefully to see if you qualify
Alford Family Gold Scholarship--$1000 awarded to senior male and female golfers who will continue to play at the NCAA Division II or III level. Application is available at https://nchsaafoundation.org/scholarships/. Deadline to apply is March 25.
Wilburn Clary Medal Award--$3000 awarded to 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 and have an unweighted 3.2 GPA. Application is available at https://nchsaafoundation.org/scholarships/ Deadline to apply is March 18.
POSTED 9/25/25: The FAFSA application is now open. You do not need to be accepted to a school to complete this application. Financial aid can be used at any educational institution that accepts aid. Many scholarship programs require applicants to complete the FAFSA.
To find out if you qualify for financial aid (Grants, Loans, work study, Scholarships from the state or federal government, etc) students/parents must complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) application.
You will complete the 2026-27 application.
There are several steps that must be followed in order to apply for financial aid.
STEP 1 - apply for a FSA ID. You will need to provide a personal email (it needs to be yours), cell phone number, birthday and social security number.
https://studentaid.gov/fsa-id/create-account/launch
STEP 2 - Log into the FAFSA application using the username and password you created in step 1. Complete FAFSA. You will need to enter a parent's personal information including email address.
https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa
STEP 3 - The parent you entered in Step 2 must complete their part. They will be emailed a link with directions.
POSTED 9/2/25: Scholarship matching at Common App - Scholarship matching is now live for the season! As students complete their Common App, they will automatically be connected to scholarships for which they are eligible. Last year, this feature helped students secure over $5.5 million in awards, and we are excited to continue expanding access to these opportunities.
Here’s how it works for students:
Create a first-year student account
Complete the Profile and Education questions in My Common Application
Receive notifications about scholarship match opportunities in the Financial Aid section
Apply for opportunities on scholarship provider sites
Learn more about scholarship matching
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