Scholarships/Important Information

POSTED 12/4/24:  Many NC colleges are waiving their college application fees through Friday, December 6th.  Please make sure that you go through www.cfnc.org to apply.


Click HERE to view the colleges that are waiving their fees.


Some colleges have special instructions on how to get their fees waived so make sure you pay close attention to the instructions.


www.cfnc.org

Click on Apply to College

Click on Application Hub


POSTED 12/2/24:  Sallie Southall Cotton Scholarship - given by KM Woman’s Club is valued at $1,000 (nonrenewable).  Applicants MUST attend a 4 year NC school.  The committee looks at the applicant's academic achievement (you need to be in the top 25% of your senior class - ranked 70th and above).  This scholarship is open to all seniors who meet the criteria. 


 THE FOLLOWING MUST BE SUBMITTED:  (number 6 will be provided to the winner)

1. Application form 

2. Recent photograph. 

3. A personal letter as to why the student desires to continue their education, the student’s future plans, and why financial aid is necessary. 

4. Letter of recommendation from either the school principal, school guidance counselor, or a school teacher. 

5. Letter of recommendation from a business or professional person OTHER THAN SCHOOL PERSONNEL. 

6. Letter of recommendation from the President of the sponsoring club. (this will be provided to the winner of this scholarship)

7. High school transcript, with grades through the first semester of senior year, complete SAT and/or ACT scores, class rank with number of students in class, and grade point average weighted and unweighted. 

8. Copy of most recent Federal Tax Returns or FAFSA Summary for applicant’s parent(s) and applicant. Document any significant changes in family income if necessary.

The applicant should mark out SSN before submission.  


The deadline to submit your application and supplemental materials to me is Monday, January 13th.  


Click HERE to download a copy of the application.  Hard copies of the application can be found on my office door. 


***YOU CAN EITHER TYPE OR HANDWRITE YOUR ANSWERS.  IF YOU HANDWRITE YOUR ANSWERS PLEASE USE BLACK OR BLUE INK.


POSTED 11/20/24:  In 2017, King Law started the King Law Gives Back Scholarship Program, awarding $1,000 scholarships annually to seniors in Western North Carolina and Upstate South Carolina. This year, we'll select three seniors for $1,000 scholarships, aiming to invest in the local community and support academic goals while recognizing leadership qualities.

 

Applicants are required to submit an essay to our team and recipients are selected based on their college plans, career goals, and creative writing.

 

Eligibility Requirements:

 

 

To apply for the King Law Gives Back Scholarship Program visit:

 

https://kinglawoffices.com/giving-back/college-scholarships/

 

Application Deadline: March 31, 2025


POSTED 11/20/24:  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 two $1,000 college scholarships to local high school seniors.

 

Please note your Guidance Counselor will be required to physically mail your sealed transcript and guidance counselor report to:

 

Charlotte Knights

Attn: Eddie G.G. Burton Scholarship

324 S Mint St.

Charlotte, NC 28202

 

The deadline to apply is 11:59 PM on Monday, February 17th, 2025. 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.


​***Please let me know if you plan to apply so I can submit your transcript and counselor report on time. 


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POSTED 11/19/24:  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 one paragraph statement on What is an entrepreneur, create a business plan, and complete an application.  The deadline to submit these items to the Cleveland County Chamber of commerce is March 15, 2025.


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 7th.  


Click HERE to download a copy of the application.  I also have hard copies in my office.


POSTED 11/15/24:   Please make sure that you let me know if you are applying so I can send in the requirement transcript and letter.


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This is a $1000 one year scholarship award. 

The student must be a North Carolina high school senior and participating in a school curriculum that involves health care activities.  It is not necessary that the student already be accepted for enrollment in a post high school nursing program, but he/she must have made application. If the student is not accepted to or pursuing a qualified post high school program in nursing, the award is forfeited.  Additionally, the student must attend a North Carolina post high school program.

Exhibits evidencing notable achievements in scholarship, leadership, athletics, dramatics, community service or other activities may be uploaded at the time of submission of application.  Please avoid submitting repetitious accounts of the same aptitude.

It is also recommended that the applicant be in the top 25% of his/her class and be actively involved in nursing related activities.

In addition to the Scholarship Application and the completed counselor’s report, the following is required:

Applicants must be a citizen of the United States of America.

Applications that do not conform substantially to the foregoing requirements will not be accepted for consideration.

Application must be received on or before December 9, 2024. If selected, the applicant will be notified by the state chairman no later than February 24, 2025.



POSTED 11/14/24:  The Live Más Scholarship is designed for students who are pursuing higher education, preparing for the workforce, or using their passion to ignite change in their communities and beyond. All it takes is a two-minute video telling us what you're passionate about and how you plan to make a difference.  


The deadline is January 8 ,2025.  

https://apply.mykaleidoscope.com/scholarships/livemas2025


POSTED 11/12/24:  The below information is for students planning on attending a North Carolina Community College Fall of 202​5.


The Harry W. Clarke Memorial Scholarships - William A. Hart Award is for 2-year college bound students.  Each high school can nominate ONE senior for the 2-year college award The 2-year college scholarship is worth $1,000 and renewable for one additional year.  Criteria include financial need, academic ability/achievement, level of community involvement as well as moral character, extracurricular involvement and/or work experience. If you would like to be considered for a nomination you must submit an online application using the link below.  Deadline to submit your online application is Friday, January 22, 202​5.

 

Community College application:​  https://cfwnc.org/scholarships/harry-w-clarke-memorial-scholarship-programs-william-a-hart-award


POSTED 11/12/24:  The below information is for students planning on attending a North Carolina 4 year college/university Fall of 2025.


The Harry W. Clarke Memorial Scholarships for 4 year college bound students.  Each high school can nominate ONE senior for the 4-year college award. The 4-year college scholarship is worth $2,000 and is renewable for 3 additional years. Criteria include financial need, academic ability/achievement, level of community involvement as well as moral character, extracurricular involvement and/or work experience. If you would like to be considered for a nomination you must submit an online application using the link below.  Deadline to submit your online application is Friday, January 22, 2025.

 

4 year college/university application: https://cfwnc.org/scholarships/harry-w-clarke-memorial-scholarship-programs-harry-w-clarke-award


POSTED 10/31/24:  The 2025 Jackie Robinson Foundation (JRF) scholarship application is now open! Please share this flyer with your network.


JRF Scholars receive grants of up to $35,000 over four years to supplement the financial aid they receive from their colleges or universities. In addition, Scholars receive extensive support services, including career guidance and internship placement, and attend JRF’s annual multi-day "Mentoring and Leadership Conference" in New York City and other regional events throughout the year.

JRF Staff will be hosting a Q&A session on Tuesday, November 21 to answer any questions you have about the application process. Drop by any time using this link between 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM ET.
 

Click HERE to access the application. 

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The application closes at 5:00 p.m. ET on January 9, 2025.


To be eligible for a Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship, an applicant must:

• Be a graduating, minority high school senior;

• Be a United States citizen;

• Present evidence of financial need;

• Demonstrate a record of academic excellence;

• Demonstrate leadership potential and a

dedication to community service;

• Plan to attend an accredited and approved 4-year college/university within the United States or affiliated with a United States based college or university;

• Have not accrued more than 25% of credits needed to graduate from college.

 

 

Online Application Components:

• One recommendation;

• Demographic information;

• High school information, including a​ high school transcript;

• College plans;

• Four essays;

• Activities, honors, and distinctions;

• Completion of CSS profile;

• Test scores (AP, IB, PSAT, ACT, or SAT)​ if applicable.


POSTED 10/29/24:  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 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 21, 2025. 


Click HERE to download the application.  

POSTED 10/15/24:  The BK Scholars Program is the Foundation’s flagship program, established to honor the legacy of the Burger King brand’s co-founder James W. McLamore, whose commitment to philanthropy and education made him a pillar of community service throughout his lifetime. Through the program, we award scholarships to deserving high school seniors and Burger King® employees and their families to help advance their education.

 

Scholarships range from $1,000 to $60,000 and are intended to offset the cost of attending college or post-secondary vocational/technical school. Recipients are selected through an application process that takes into consideration their grade point average (GPA), work experience, extracurricular activities, financial need and community service.

 

The application period for the 2024-2025 will open from October 15, 2024 to December 16, 2024. Scholarship recipients will be notified April 2025. Click here to view the scholarship eligibility requirements.