The National Association of Federal Education Program Administrators (NAFEPA) provides four $5,000.00 scholarships annually. Two scholarships are awarded to candidates pursuing a degree, license or certification in the field of education and two are awarded to candidates in any field of study. Candidates are nominated by the NAFEFA state affiliate organization, which is NCFEPA for North Carolina. Applications must be postmarked by January 1, 2025.

Check your school email for the application packet and/or the QR Code to the application.

Fall Scholarship Application  
For students in the high school graduating class.
Click on the Above Link, then create a UN and PW to access the Application. The Application Deadline is December 1, 2025.

Essential Information

1. Hagan Scholarship Brochure. An overview of the scholarship, eligibility, responsibilities, and benefits.
2. Tips on How to Prepare a Successful Application 

Eligibility Requirements
1. Must attend a high school located in the United States.
2. All high school students are eligible regardless of nationality.
3. Must be fluent in the English language.
4. Must be in the high school graduating class.
5. Must have achieved an unweighted 3.50 CGPA based on a 4.0 Grading Scale.
6. Must enroll in an eligible four-year College or University the first fall semester following high school graduation.
7. The scholarship cannot be used to attend a community college, junior college, or online institution.
8. Must maintain a four year or less graduation schedule, or complete the equivalent of a four year degree if in a professional program.
9. Must work 240 hours from January 1, 2026 until September 1, 2026.  Work must be regularly scheduled employment performed under supervision for compensation. Employment can be full-time or part-time.
10. Applicant’s Adjusted Gross Household Income reported for 2024 Federal Income Tax Purposes must not have exceeded $100,000. “Household Income” is defined as the total income received by all adult members of a household living under the same roof.
11. Applicants are not required to provide FAFSA information. Finalists must provide the FAFSA Summary showing the SAI.
12. Must apply for Federal and State grants if eligible.

The intended scholarship recipient is a high-achieving goal-driven student having substantial financial need.

NCAST & NCHSAA Teen Safe Driving - Ambassadors Needed! Please share with your student-athletes!

The North Carolina Alliance For Safe Transportation (NCAST) & NCHSAA have partnered to launch the second year of our Teen Safe Driving Ambassador Program!

The program was successful in its first year, with roughly 150 students signing up from across the state, and $2,500 in educational scholarships being awarded to five Teen Ambassadors. This program aims to raise awareness about safe driving behaviors and promote awareness of driving safety issues specific to younger drivers, through peer-to-peer messaging, focusing on avoiding distractions while driving, learning and obeying traffic laws, and always wearing seatbelts.

Students participating in the NCAST Teen Safe Driving Ambassador Program will be eligible to win a $1,000 educational scholarship at the end of the school year. Five scholarships will be awarded based on a competitive application process tied to what they did as a Teen Ambassador. Students will be made aware of the program via NCHSAA social media, and provided with a link to register. Please encourage all your students to become NCAST Teen Safe Driving Ambassadors.

Learn more here: https://www.besafenc.org/teen-ambassador/

Are you planning to attend Edgecombe Community College in the fall of 2026?  Here are links to four ECC Scholarships, three of which are new!

1. EDGE Scholarship (covers tuition, books, and fees) - 2.8 unweighted GPA, must have completed six hours of college credit while in high school, U.S. Citizen, must complete the ECC Admission Application and FAFSA). 

https://edgecombe.edu/current-students/financial-aid/scholarships-2/the-edge-scholarship/

DEADLINE March 15, 2026

2. First Flight Scholarship ($500 over the first year) - U.S. Citizen and have a high school unweighted GPA of 2.6, must enroll in a degree program approved for financial aid, must maintain enrollment and good academic standing; 

https://edgecombe.edu/current-students/financial-aid/scholarships-2/first-flight-scholarship/

DEADLINE March 15, 2026

3. ESports Scholar ($2,000 over two years) - U.S. Citizen and 2026 graduate of ECPS with an unweighted GPA of at least 2.6 and proven gaming experience and a passion for being on an Esports competitive team; scholarship recipient is required to meet additional gaming requirements outlined by the gaming coach to continue to receive the grant funding.

https://edgecombe.edu/current-students/financial-aid/scholarships-2/esports-scholars/

DEADLINE March 15, 2026

4.  Eagle Mascot Scholarship ($1,000 per year) - perform as the Eagle Mascot at campus and community events; must be fun, warm, friendly, and available for evening/weekend events; must maintain 2.6+ GPA and be a part-time student; 

https://edgecombe.edu/current-students/financial-aid/scholarships-2/eagle-mascot-scholarship/ 

DEADLINE April 1, 2026

Information on this scholarship and application can be found at https://www.ncdames.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=572:2026-florence-kidder-memorial-scholarship&catid=20:site-content 

Deadline 2/8/26

Florence Kidder Memorial Scholarship

The Florence Kidder Memorial Scholarship (FKMS) honors the memory of the first president of the National Society of the Colonial Dames of America in the State of North Carolina, Florence Hill Kidder.

• Six scholarships will be awarded in one year: First place- $3,000, second place- $1,000, third place- $800 and three fourth places- $400.

• Scholarships are not renewable.

• Awarded to a high school senior who plans to attend a post-secondary institution in North Carolina.

2026 Essay Topic:

Exploring the Voices of Early Carolina: Life, Hardship and Settlement Through Primary Sources

Any written text can tell us about the time in which it was written. It can provide direct information but also offers insight through subtle implications and context. Because the NSCDA-NC is dedicated to deepening our understanding and appreciation of America’s colonial past, you will be analyzing firsthand accounts written by individuals who lived during the earliest years of English exploration and settlement in Carolina.

These primary sources include:

Robert Horne: “A Brief Description of the Province of Carolina.” (1666), p.62-73.
Thomas Newe: “Letters of Thomas Newe.” (1682), p.176-186.
Samuel Wilson: “An Account of the Province of Carolina” (1682), p.160-175.
Hilton, William. “A Relation of a Discovery.” (1664), p.31-61.

All can be found in: Salley, Alexander S. Jr., ed. Narratives of Early Carolina 1650-1708. Original Narratives of Early American History. J. Franklin Jameson, gen. ed. New York: Charles Scribner’s Sons, 1911.
Available online: https://archive.org/details/narrearlycarolina00sallrich/page/60/mode/2up

In your essay, describe what life was like during this period, highlighting the hardships and challenges faced by both early European settlers and the Indigenous peoples of the region.

Consider aspects such as:

• The physical environment: landscape, climate, and natural resources

• Interpersonal dynamics: relationships within and between communities

• The prevalence and impact of disease

• Access to food, tools, and supplies

• Efforts to attract new settlers to the colony

You may consult outside resources (e.g., Wikipedia or Google Maps) for general background, but your analysis should primarily be grounded in the above-listed documents. Be sure to clearly cite any specific information drawn from your sources.

Click Here for Application

Eligibility

To be considered, a candidate must:

• Be a North Carolina high school senior who is planning on matriculating into a postsecondary program in North Carolina beginning in the fall after their senior year of high school.

• See the Application Procedure below.

Value

First place - $3,000, second place - $1,000, third place - $800 and three fourth places - $400.

Application Procedure

1. A completed application form answering all questions and supplying all requested documents.

2. An original essay of 500 to 700 words on the prompt provided.

Deadline

All essays must be submitted by February 8, 2026

Note: Family members of current NSCDA-NC Officers, Board Members, and State Committee Chairs are not eligible to apply.

Questions? More information?

Email:  fkidderscholarship@ncdames.org

We’re excited to announce that the first wave of scholarships for Thurgood Marshall College Fund’s (TMCF) 2026–2027 scholarship application cycle officially opened on Monday, September 15, 2025!

This is an opportunity for your students to apply for life-changing financial support to help them in their college journey. The wave 1 application closes Friday, January 16, 2026, at 11:59 PM EST (Eastern Standard Time). No late submissions will be accepted.

Students Can Get Started Today:

• Explore all open TMCF scholarships at tmcf.org/scholarships/open-scholarships.

• When they’re ready, log in and apply directly at scholarships.tmcf.org.
  
  

TMCF offers some extra guidance.
We’ll be hosting a series of Best-Practice Webinars throughout the year, designed to help students navigate the application process and put their best brand forward. Students can attend whichever session fits their schedule. All sessions will be held via Zoom. Register here to save your spot!

We encourage students to start early, plan ahead, and take full advantage of these resources to submit the strongest application possible.

Please check your school email to find a one-pager that highlights our first wave of scholarship opportunities for the 2026-2027 academic year.