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Scholarship opportunities will be updated as we receive new information in Student Services.
Please note that this list is in no way exhaustive.
There are many scholarship opportunities that do not come through Student Services. We want you to take an active role in your future and research other scholarship opportunities online.
Some online resources may include but are not limited to:
An excellent resource for African-American and other minority students seeking scholarships: https://scholarships.uncf.org/
Also check out: http://www.nchsaa.org/students-parents/nchsaa-endowed-fund-scholarships for several scholarships, due dates vary.
https://www.studentscholarships.org/ is a great website for sweepstakes, simply search and type in your name and email for a chance to win.
Senior Athletes - NCHSAA offers many different scholarships for various sports. https://www.nchsaa.org/students-parents/nchsaa-scholarship-opportunities
https://www.tmcf.org/students-alumni/scholarships/open-scholarships/ Thurgood Marshall College Fund - scholarships for HBCUs.
Scholarship Listings have been updated as of 10/30/26
Florence Kidder Memorial Scholarship
Florence Kidder Memorial Scholarship
Due February 7, 2027
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
Florence Kidder Memorial Scholarship
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.
The Wilson-Edgecombe Committee will also give two $500 scholarships to winners from these two counties; paid directly to the student to help with college costs.
2027 Essay Topic:
A Revolutionary Turning Point: The Mecklenburg Resolves Through Colonial Eyes
In your own words explain the social, economic, and political significance and potential consequences of the Mecklenburg Resolves from the perspective of a colonist living in NC in 1775. Your 500-700 word essay must include a minimum of three sources with proper citations and a reference page.
To be considered, a candidate must:
First place - $3,000, second place - $1,000, third place - $800 and three fourth places - $400.
A completed application form answering all questions and supplying all requested documents.
An original essay of 500 to 700 words on the prompt provided.
All essays must be submitted by February 7, 2027
Email: FKScholarship@ec.rr.com
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