Scholarships

Eligibility Requirements

• Be enrolled as a high school senior or a student enrolled at an accredited college or university located within the United States 

• GPA of at least 2.5. 

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Due: At the end of every month

This scholarship aims to give a student $1000 towards their college costs. Opens the first day of the month and closes on the last day of the month at 11:59PM.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Open to all residents of the US

• Must be at least 17 at time of entry

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Due: At the end of every month

The program provides funds up to $2,250 per school year for curriculum students and up to $1,850 for workforce continuing education students. Participating colleges may vary; therefore, students are encouraged to check with the financial aid office at their college to see if the college is taking part in the program.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Curriculum: 

  1. Be a resident of North Carolina 

  2. Reside in a qualifying Golden LEAF county 

  3. Be enrolled full time 

  4. Demonstrate financial need as determined by completion of the FAFSA.

• Workforce Continuing Education: 

  1. Be a resident of North Carolina 

  2.  Reside in a qualifying Golden LEAF county

  3. Be enrolled in Workforce Continuing Education (WCE) pathway/course offering at least 96 contact hours and leading to a state or industry-recognized credential

  4. Demonstrate financial need as determined by the college.

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Due: At the end of every month

This $2,000 scholarship is available to students from schools with a UNCW College Adviser. 

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be a Washington High School student intending to enroll at UNCW either as a first-year or transfer student. 

No application - this scholarship will be reflected on your financial aid package from UNCW. 

This $2500 scholarship is for  students who have experienced the profound loss of a parent or primary legal guardian and are pursuing higher education at a college, university, or trade school.  

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be a current high school senior or enrolled in a college, university, or trade school with at least one full academic year remaining.

• Must have at least one deceased parent or primary legal guardian, with proof of death required in the application.

• Must be a resident of North Carolina or South Carolina. If already in college, a parent or legal guardian must still reside in one of these states.

• Must submit a Student Reflection essay and one Letter of Recommendation.

Application Process

• Complete the online scholarship application form. (Click on LEARN More link)

• Upload proof of the death of a parent or primary legal guardian, such as a death certificate, obituary, newspaper article, or online obituary.

• Submit a Student Reflection essay that demonstrates resilience and future aspirations.

• Provide one Letter of Recommendation from a teacher, mentor, or community leader.

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Due: April 30th, 2025

This $1000 non-renewable scholarship was established for minor dependents of Active Duty, retired, or prior service members of all branches, reservists or National Guard members who are/will be pursuing a two or four-year degree at an accredited college/university. 

Selection is based on academic achievement, character, commitment to others, and future goals.

Eligibility Requirements

• Minor dependents of Active Duty, retired, or prior service members from all branches, reservists, or National Guard members.

• Must be pursuing a two- or four-year degree at an accredited college/university.

Priority is given to:

• Dependents whose parent/guardian:

  • Served for eight or more years.

  • Died while serving on or in an active duty status.

  • Classified as a wounded warrior through the Air Force Wounded Warrior program.

Notification and Payment:

• Recipients notified via email.

• Payment sent by check, which can be used for any education-related expenses.

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Due: April 30th, 2025 (midnight)

This $5000 scholarship is for minor dependents of active duty or retired Air Force, Air Force Reserve, Air National Guard, and Space Force enlisted Airmen and Guardians who are pursuing an undergraduate degree in a STEM field (science, technology, engineering, or math). 

Applicants must graduate from high school in 2025 and enter their first year at an accredited university.

Notification and Payment

• Recipient notified by email.

• Payment sent by check for any education-related expenses.

Requirements

• Completed application, including all supporting materials, submitted via the online application system.

• Essay (max 600 words) on academic achievements, goals, and how the scholarship will assist in achieving those goals.

• One letter of recommendation from a teacher, supervisor, or organization director (must be signed).

• Official high school transcript.

• Proof of acceptance into an accredited college/university, indicating intended major in a STEM field, and including tuition and fee costs for the first term.

• Recipients must submit a W-9 form to receive their award.

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Due: April 30th, 2025 (midnight)

This $2500 scholarship is for children of U.S. Air Force Active Duty, veteran, retired service members, reservists, or National Guard members pursuing a college degree at a college or university. 

Requirements:

• Applicant must provide a Statement of Purpose describing how the scholarship will assist with educational goals.

• Must provide the most current transcript or, if not yet enrolled, proof of acceptance into an accredited college or university.

• Must submit one letter of recommendation from a teacher, professor, counselor, or work/volunteer supervisor. 

• Recipients must submit a W-9 form to receive their award.

Priority is given to:

• Applicants whose parent/guardian is an AFA member.

• Applicants majoring in a STEM (science, technology, engineering, or mathematics) field.

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Due: April 30th, 2025 (midnight)

This scholarship will award a total of $20,000, payable in four annual installments of $5,000. AFA will contact the recipient each summer to request proof of enrollment and an update letter.

Eligibility

• Female high school seniors who excelled in mathematics.

• Accepted into an accredited four-year college or university.

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics).

• Dependent of a currently serving, retired, or deceased Air Force member.

Preference Given to Applicants Who:

• Are first-generation college students.

• Have demonstrated financial need based on the most recent FAFSA submission.

Requirements

• Complete online application.

• Submit transcript proof of continued enrollment in a STEM major for future payments.

• Provide a letter updating the sponsor on how the scholarship has impacted their lives and STEM aspirations. 

• Recipients must submit a W-9 form to receive their award.

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Due: April 30th, 2025 (midnight)

This $1000 scholarship is open o current and former Air and Space Forces personnel (Active Duty, Air National Guard, Reservists) and their families (spouses, children, and dependents). This award can be applied to undergraduate or graduate degrees at a college/university or to pilot training for a private pilot’s license.

Requirements

• Essay: No more than 600 words describing how the scholarship will assist in achieving educational goals and how those goals support the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen.

• Letter of Recommendation: From a teacher, supervisor, counselor, or organization director.

• Unofficial Transcript: Required if the applicant is a current or recent high school, college, or university student. Must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0.

• Proof of Acceptance/Enrollment: Must be accepted or enrolled in an accredited college/university unless pursuing pilot training.

• Proof of Military Service: A copy of the applicant’s, spouse’s, or parent’s/guardian’s DD214 or a front-and-back copy of a military ID card.

• Recipients must provide AFA with a W-9 form to receive the award.

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Due: April 30th, 2025 (midnight)

The purpose of this $500 scholarship is to assist students who are furthering their education in agriculture or agribusiness. 

Scholarship checks will be made payable to the college or school where the scholarship recipients will attend. Scholarships will be awarded at our Annual Meeting on Monday, May 19th, 2025 in Elizabeth City, NC.

Eligibility Requirements

• Be a high school senior residing in Camden, Pasquotank, Gates, Chowan, Tyrrell, Pamlico, Carteret, Washington, Beaufort or Hyde counties 

• Plan to attend a North Carolina accredited college, community college, or technical institute.

• Weighted GPA of 3.0 or higher

• Recipients must provide an official transcript confirming their reported GPA and proof of enrollment. No transcript or proof of enrollment is required until after students are selected as winners.

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Due: May 1st, 2025

This $5000 scholarship is for supporting female students who are pursuing careers in STEM. 

To apply, tell us about yourself and why you’re passionate about pursuing STEM and what your planned field of study will be and what you plan to do with it. Must have a bold.org account to apply!

Eligibility Requirements

• Be a female student

• 3.5 GPA

• Must be pursing STEM 

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Due: May 1st, 2025

The LM Scholarship Program provides a $500 scholarship to a deserving student who is: 

1. Currently enrolled or expects to be enrolled in a degree program (2 years of length or greater) by September. 

2. A student must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and submit an answer to the essay question prior to the submission deadline.

3. A student must be a United States resident or a Canadian resident and must also attend a school in Canada or the US. 

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Due: May 1st, 2025

Award Breakdown

• One $10,000 award.

• Five $5,000 awards.

Application Instructions:

• Submit all information electronically through the application.

• Required documents include transcripts, resume, and other external documents (use provided upload boxes).

• Fields marked with an asterisk (*) are required.

Application Tips:

• Use Google Chrome or Firefox for the best experience.

• Attachments must be in one of the following file formats: pdf, PowerPoint, Word doc, rtf, text, images (jpg, png, jpeg, gif).

• Keep file size under 20MB.

• The Scholarship Committee values well-rounded students with a passion for science. Include details about your passions, personality, commitments, and work ethic.

• Additional materials, such as a C.V. or Resume, Letters of Recommendation, posters/presentations, and publications, are encouraged.

• Unofficial transcripts are optional, but may be submitted.
  
  

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Due: May 1st, 2025

Ellevation will be awarding ten $2,000 scholarships to deserving high school seniors who are current or former English learners (ELs).  Applicants will be considered based on academic performance, demonstrated leadership and participation in school and community activities, and a statement of educational and career goals. 

Funds may be used at the discretion of the recipients to absorb costs including:

• The purchase of technology such as laptops, monitors, etc.

• Costs of travel/moving for school such as flights, dorms supplies and furniture

• The cost of school supplies including textbooks and other necessities

• To reimburse out of pocket costs for tuition

Eligibility Requirements

• Be a high school senior who has been enrolled as an English Language Learner (ELL) at some point during their K-12 education.

• Plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited two- or four- year college, university or vocational-technical school for the entire 2025-2026 academic year.

• Undocumented students are open to apply.

Scholarship payments will be sent directly to the recipients by the end of July 2025, prior to the start of the fall semester.

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Due: May 12th, 2025 3PM

$2500 scholarships will be awarded based on eligibility requirements, academic merit, financial need, and interest of pursuing a career in residential HVAC or home performance contracting. Applicants will be asked to explain what inspired them to choose an HVAC technical education and their plans after graduation. 

Eligibility Requirements

• Students planning to enroll or currently enrolled* in an HVAC technical program** at an accredited institution for the entire 2024-2025 academic year

• US Citizens, US Nationals, US Permanent Residents based on the guidelines utilized by the US Department of Education Federal Financial Aid eligibility

• Minimum grade point average of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale or equivalent

• Student pursuing an Associate’s Degree, Certificate, or Diploma in an HVAC technical program.
  Preference will be given to high school seniors and students age 18-26. The first 350 applicants will be considered. If interest dictates, the limit may be raised to accommodate for more applications.

* Current students must continue to be enrolled through January 1, 2026

** Applicants are required to upload documentation that the eligible HVAC program is offered at the school applied to/enrolled. Employees and children of employees of EGIA and the EGIA Foundation are ineligible to apply.

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Due: May 31st, 2025

This $1000 scholarship is awarded to students who participate in volunteer work and community service. 

Eligibility Requirements

• Be currently enrolled or plan to be enrolled part-time or full-time in an accredited U.S. college or university. Vocational/technical, two-year, four-year, or graduate institutions are eligible.

• Be a high school junior or senior, undergraduate student, or graduate student

• Have a grade point average of 2.5 or above on a 4.0 system

• Recipients must provide an official transcript confirming their reported GPA and proof of enrollment. No transcript or proof of enrollment is required until after students are selected as winners.

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Due: May 31st, 2025