2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
DUE DATE
AMOUNT
GPA
all year
varies
varies
http://admissions.appstate.edu/scholarships/index.h
tml
Campbell University Scholarships
all year
varies
varies
http://www.campbell.edu/adm/finaid/search.html
Duke University Scholarships
all year
varies
varies
A comprehensive list of Duke's merit scholarships
can be found at www.dukefinancialaid.duke.edu
Elon University Scholarships
all year
varies
varies
http://www.elon.edu/e-web/admissions/financialaid
Greensboro College Scholarships
all year
varies
varies
Meredith College Scholarships
all year
varies
varies
http://www.gborocollege.edu/finaid.php
http://www.meredith.edu/admissions/financialaid.html
NC A & T University Scholarships
all year
varies
varies
NC Central University Scholarships
all year
varies
varies
NC State University Scholarships
UNC-Asheville Scholarships
all year
all year
varies
varies
varies
varies
UNC Chapel-Hill Scholarships
all year
varies
varies
UNC-Charolotte Scholarships
UNC-Greensboro Scholarships
UNC-Wilmington Scholarships
all year
all year
all year
varies
varies
varies
varies
varies
varies
http://www.nccu.edu/admissions%20and%20aid/sc
holarship%20and%20aid/index.cfm
http://www7.acs.ncsu.edu/financial_aid/
http://www.unca.edu/financialaid/
For the most up-to-date list of UNC Chapel HIll's
scholarship information, go to
www.studentaid.unc.edu
http://www.uncc.edu/finaid/index.htm
http://fia.uncg.edu
http://www.uncw.edu/admissions/aid.html
Wake Forest University Scholarships
all year
varies
varies
http://www.wfu.edu/finaid/merit-based_intro.html
Western Carolina University
Scholarships
all year
varies
varies
http://www.wcu.edu/266.asp
US Army ROTC Scholarships
ASAP
varies
varies
Navy ROTC Scholarship
ASAP
varies
varies
Appalachian State University
Scholarships
REQUIREMENTS
http://www.ncat.edu/finaid/
www.goarmy.com/rotc/scholarships.jsp or call 1-888449-1545
www.navy.com/careers/nrotc
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
Scholarship Search Engine on
Facebook
Sallie Mae's free scholarship search:
Search Engine for MANY
Scholarships
Scholarships.com: Search Engine
for MANY Scholarships
Scholarships4students.com: Search
Engine for MANY Scholarships
Scholarships Based on Your
Individual Profile: Search Engine
for MANY Scholarships
Christian Connector Scholarships:
Search Engine for MANY
Scholarships
United College Fund Scholarships:
Search Engine for MANY
Scholarships
DUE DATE
AMOUNT
GPA
REQUIREMENTS
ASAP
varies
varies
https://www.facebook.com/myscholarships
ASAP
varies
varies
http://www.collegeanswer.com/paying/scholarship_
search/pay_scholarship_search.jsp
ASAP
varies
varies
www.scholarships.com
ASAP
varies
varies
www.scholarships4students.com
ASAP
varies
varies
http://www.fastweb.com/college-scholarships/
ASAP
varies
varies
www.christianconnector.com
ASAP
varies
varies
http://www.uncf.org/programs
International Students Scholarships:
Search Engine for MANY
Scholarships
ASAP
varies
varies
IEFA is the premier resource for financial aid,
college scholarship and grant information for US and
international students wishing to study abroad. Go
to www.iefa.org/
Asian & Pacific Islander American
Scholarship Fund (APIASF): Search
Engine for MANY Scholarships for
Asian/Pacific Islander students
ASAP
varies
varies
http://www.apiasf.org/scholarship_apiasf_list.html
The National Database of
Scholarships: Search Engine for
MANY Scholarships
ASAP
varies
varies
www.free-4u.com
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
National Alliance for Excellence
Scholarships: Search Engine for
MANY Scholarships
United Negro College Fund (UNCF):
Search Engine for MANY
Scholarships for African-American
students
Black Excel: Search Engine for
MANY Scholarships for AfricanAmerican students
Hispanic Scholarship Fund: Search
Engine for MANY Scholarships for
Hispanic/Latino students
College Foundation of North
Carolina: Search Engine for MANY
Scholarships
College Prowler: Search Engine for
MANY Scholarships
College Board: Search Engine for
MANY Scholarships
Next Student - College Funding
Made Simple: Search Engine for
MANY Scholarships
Union Plus Scholarships: Search
Engine for MANY Scholarships for
Union Families
DUE DATE
AMOUNT
GPA
REQUIREMENTS
ASAP
varies
varies
http://www.excellence.org/programs.html
ASAP
varies
varies
http://www.uncf.org/forstudents/scholarship.asp
ASAP
varies
varies
Find over 200 free scholarships for minorities - go to
www.blackexcel.org
ASAP
varies
3.0
Applicants must be of hispanic or latino origin - go
to www.hsf.net/Scholarships.aspx
ASAP
varies
varies
http://www.cfnc.org/paying/schol/info_schol.jsp
ASAP
varies
varies
http://collegeprowler.com/scholarships/
ASAP
varies
varies
http://www.collegeboard.com/student/pay/scholars
hips-and-aid/
ASAP
varies
varies
www.nextstudent.com/directory-of-scholarships/
varies
http://www.unionplus.org/college-educationfinancing/union-plus-scholarship and also go to
http://unionplus.educationplanner.org/education_pl
anner/paying_article.asp?sponsor=2866&articleNam
e=Grants_and_Scholarships or google Union Plus
ASAP
varies
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
The Smart Student Guide to
Financial Aid: Search Engine for
MANY Scholarships
DUE DATE
ASAP
AMOUNT
varies
GPA
REQUIREMENTS
varies
This search engine will also search unusual
scholarships. Go to
http://www.finaid.org/scholarships/unusual.phtml
Student Scholarships: Search
Engine for MANY Scholarships
ASAP
varies
varies
This search engine is based in Charlotte, NC. Go to
www.studentscholarships.org or email at
news@studentscholarships.org
American Foundation for the Blind
Scholarships: Search Engine for
MANY Scholarships for blind or
visually-impaired students
ASAP
varies
varies
www.abf.org
Scholarship Points
ASAP
$2,000 "No Essay" College
Scholarship
ASAP
The Christian Connector, Inc:
Search Engine for Scholarships
College.us.com Scholarships
ScholarshipPoints.com helps students find money
for college. Multiple scholarship drawings are held
each month - you can win just by registering.
Register at www.scholarshippoints.com
$2,000.00
www.collegeprowler.com/scholarship/apply.aspx
ASAP
Website provides free Christian college information
as well as a $2,500 scholarship drawing - students
simply lon onto www.christianconnector.com to
request info and automatically be entered to win!
all year
Anyone planning to enroll in a school of higher
education can apply. To enter, you have to tell
them in 2-3 sentences how this scholarship would
benefit your education. You must enter for your
chance to win. Drawings will be all year long. Go
to www.microessayscholarships.com/
$1,000.00
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
Wal-Mart Foundation Scholarship
DUE DATE
all year
AMOUNT
$13,000.00
Financial Literacy Scholarships
all year
$500.00
American Red Cross Scholarship:
Bloodstock Scholarship Program
all year
up to $2,000
Nina Belle Reddit Memorial
Scholarship
not dated
U.S. Coast Guard Academy
Scholarship
NC Reach (foster care students)
not dated
not dated
GPA
REQUIREMENTS
2.0
Student must be a Wal-Mart associate or the
immediate relative of a Wal-Mart associate. Must
enroll in a 2 or 4 year college, have a 2.0 gpa and
have been a US citizen for at least one year before
applying. Apply at www.walmartfoundation.org
For high school seniors and college students (two
$500 scholarships awarded annually). Students
must successfully complete the online Financial
Literacy 101 tutorial at cfnc.org. Go to
http://www.cfnc.org/paying/financial_literacy.jsp
2.5
up to full tuition
varies
top 20%
Applicant must volunteer to plan and organzie a
blood drive. Apply at weneedblood.org
Eligibility requirements: a woman who is a US
citizen, gpa of 2.5 or higher, NC resident, and plans
to attend a NC university. Email
pirateabwascholarship@yahoo.com with your full
name and email address. Directions will be emailed
to you.
Applicant must be a track /cross country athlete,
high achiever in Math & Science, top 20% of class,
and average scores of 600 on SAT in each section
(Math/Verbal). Apply at www.USCGAsports.com
Applicant must have aged out of NC public foster
careor whose adoption was after age 12. Applicant
must enroll in a community college or 4 year
institution. Apply at www.ncreach.org/APPLY-FORFUNDING.51.0.html
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
DUE DATE
AMOUNT
GPA
Boeing Engineering Scholarship UCSD
not dated
Army National Guard Scholarship:
DEDNG (Dedicated Army National
Guard)
not dated
up to $10,000
2.5
North Carolina Education and
Training Voucher Program
not dated
up to full tuition
REQUIREMENTS
Register at www.fastweb.com - Applicants must
complete an application, write an essay, and provide
letters of recommendation
Applicant must be a US citizen, have minimum gpa
of 2.5, have a minimum SAT score of 920 (M+R),
complete the ROTC Basic Course requirements and
be medically and morally qualified. For more
information, contact a recruiter or go to
www.guardscholarship.com
You must have aged out of the foster care system
at age 18 or were adopted from foster care with
adoption finalization after your 16th birthday; you
must be under 21 years of age, must be accepted
into or be enrolled in a degree, certificate, or other
accredited program at a college, or vocational
program and show progress towards that degree or
certificate. You must not have personal assets
greater than $10,000 and be eligible for NC LINKS
program. To apply, go to www.statevoucher.org
and click on NC, then APPLY, then Eligibility.
Blog for Cash
not dated
$3,000-$5,000
Have something to say about the world? Post a
blog on the CollegeNet Web site about almost any
topic on politics or current events. Students who
receive the most votes by CollegeNet members on
their blogs receive thousands for tuition. Applicants
are any students enrolled as a senior who will be
enrolled in college within a year http://www.collegenet.com
National Society of Black Engineers
(NSBE) Scholarships
not dated
up to $3,000
http://www.nsbe.org/scholarships
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
DUE DATE
AMOUNT
NC Hispanic College Fund
Scholarship
not dated
$500-$2,500
The Broadway Star
not dated
Teen Travel Writing Scholarship
August
$1,000.00
Federal Junior Duck Stamp Art
Competition
August
up to $5,000
Flashcard Scholarship
August
$500.00
Bryan Scholars Program at Davidson
College
September
Mercer Engineering
September
Questbridge
September
up to $120,000
varies
GPA
REQUIREMENTS
Applicant must be Hispanic/Latino background - gpa
2.5
of 2.5 or better - apply at
www.TheNCSHP.org/NCHCF
Apply to Lees McRae College in the Blue Ridge
Mountains of NC - Performing Arts is one of Lees
McRae College's most well known majors - they
award talent-based scholarships including musical
theatre
Applicants must be ages 13-18 and attending
grades 8-12. For more information, go to
http://www.travelbigo.com/scholarships/SATW
Sponsored by the US Department of the Interior and
the US Fish and Wildlife Service: Students submit a
drawing, painting, or sketch (details included on
Juniors Also
website). Go to
http://www.fws.gov/duckstamps/federal/federal.ht
m
http://www.flashcardscholarship.com/
Athletes: One male and one female scholar athlete exceptional academic record, exhibits outstanding
leadership abilities, and are considered superior
athletes - if you are interested in Davidson College
and you meet the eligibility requirements, see your
high school counselor ASAP
Must be nominated by a counselor. For more
information, go to
www.mercer.edu/engineering/scholarship
Go to www.questbridge.org to find out more
information
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
DUE DATE
AMOUNT
UNC-Chapel Hill Global Gap Year
Fellowship
October
$7,500.00
Presbyterian College
October
varies
Wendy's High School Heisman
Scholarship
October
Veterans of Foreign Wars of the
United States National Voice of
Democracy Essay Contest
October
Morehead-Cain Scholarship
October
GPA
3.0
REQUIREMENTS
Students must be admitted under the early action
plan to apply for this unique opportunity at UNCChapel Hill - if interested, you must apply for
admission to UNC-Chapel Hill and additional
information will be sent to admitted students in
early February.
Must be a member of the National Honor Society.
Apply at www.presby.edu
Athletes: Eligibility for application is limited
exclusively to men and women entering their senior
year of high school in the 2011-2012 academic year
who have at least a "B" grade average and
participate in at least one of the 27 sports officially
sanctioned by the National Federation of State High
Schools. Apply at
www.www.wendyshighschoolheisman.com
up to $30,000
$60,000.00
AXA Achievement Scholarship
Program
October
up to $25,000
Coca-Cola Scholars Program
October
up to $80,000
top 10%
3.0
Attend UNC-Chapel Hill, be in top 10%, demonstrate
service, athletic vigor and character. Students may
also self-nominate at www.themorehead.org
Awards seniors who have demonstrated outstanding
achievement in non-academic activities in school,
community, or workplace. Information and
applications are available at www.axaequitable.com/axa-foundation/AXA-achievementscholarship.html
Applicants must be planning to pursue a degree at
an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution - apply
at www.coca-colascholars.org
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
National Merit Scholarship
Corporation
Pogue Scholarship (UNC-Ch)
DUE DATE
AMOUNT
October
GPA
REQUIREMENTS
Juniors
Only
Applicants automatically apply for this scholarship
among others through the National Merit
Scholarship Corporation when they take the
PSAT/NMSQT (Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude
Test/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test in
the fall of their junior year in high school. To find
out when the PSAT is going to be administered at
NLHS, see your counselor.
Applicant must apply to UNC-Chapel Hill by
Novemrber 1st. Emphasis on minority applicants based on financial need - apply at
http://studentaid/unc.edu/pdf/misc/pogueapp.pdf
October
Prudential Spirit of Community
October
$1,000.00
CIA Undergraduate Scholarship
Program
October
$18,000.00
One student per school will be nominated. Based
on initiating or participating in exceptional
community service projects. For more info., stop by
student services or go to
www.principals.org/prudential
Applicants must be a senior with an SAT score of
1000 or higher, gpa of 3.0 or higher, demonstrate
financial need, commit to a work experience each
summer during college and agree to CIA
employment for 1.5 times the length of their CIAsponsored scholarship. Apply at
www.cia.gov/careers/student-opportunities/index
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
Young Arts Scholarships
DUE DATE
October
AMOUNT
GPA
These awards are granted to seniors who show
talent in dance, voice, music, art, photography, jazz,
visual arts, writing, or other creative areas. You
must audition or submit a portfolio or tape. For
more information, go to http://www.artsawards.org
up to $3,000
Gladys Baars Campbell University
Scholarship
October
full tuition
SunTrust Off to College Scholarship
Sweepstakes
October
$1,000.00
Horatio Alger Scholarship
October
up to $10,000
Thomas Wolfe Scholarship
October
Akademos/Textbook.com
Scholarship Contest
October
up to $2,000
REQUIREMENTS
top 10%
2.0
Seniors intersted in attending Campbell - gpa of 3.5
or higher - top 10% of senior class - SAT = 1800
(M+V+W) - leadership skills - community
involvement - See your counselor if you are
interested.
Scholarship not based on gpa or financial need - 15
chances to win with one winner chosen every 2
weeks starting October 30
For students who have demonstrated integrity,
perseverance in overcoming adversity, strength of
character, financial need, a good academic record,
commitment to a college educ., and desire to
contribute to society. Apply at
www.horatioalger.org/scholarships
Applicant must attend UNC-Chapel Hill and
demonstrate writing ability. Go to
http://english.unc.edu/creative/tws/index.html
Applying students are required to compose an essay
and reference a single book on a designated topic.
Essays for this scholarship are required to be
between 250 and 750 words. There will be a single
grand prize winner chosen and two runners-up.
Please refer to the website for for current essay
topics: http://www.textbookx.com/scholarship
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
DUE DATE
AMOUNT
GPA
REQUIREMENTS
Coca-Cola Scholars Program
October
$4,000-$20,000
3.0
Apply at www.coca-colascholars.org
US Senate Youth Scholarship
What Makes Your School Rock
Scholarship
Susan G. Komen for the Cure
Scholarship
October
varies
October
$800.00
October
up to $10,000
October
$500.00
AES Engineers Consultants
Scholarship
Offered to 14-19 year old students - go to
www.student scholarships.org
Learn more and apply at
www.komen.org/scholarship
Applicants must submit an essay of no more than
1000 words in answer to one of the two questions
posted on the website:
http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.php
Park Scholarship
November
$80,000.00
top 10%
Attend NC State, be in top 10%, demonstrate
leadership, service and character. Students may
self-nominate at www.ncsu.edu/park_scholarships
Kinston Elks Lodge Scholarship
November
$1,000.00
top 10%
Applications available at www.elks.org/enf/scholars
and will be available in September and must be
returned to your counselor before the due date.
Stokes Educational Program (majors
in computer science or computers)
November
up to $30,000
per year
3.0
http://www.nsa.gov/careers/opportunities_4_u/stude
nts/stokes.shtml
3.8
For students interested in attending UNC Charlotte school nominated only - see your senior counselor
ASAP
Submit an original science project - applicants can
apply at www.societyforscience.org
Levine Scholarship
November
full tuition
Intel Science Talent Search
November
up to $1000
First Freedom
November
$1,000.00
http://spirit.prudential.com or www.nassp.org/spirit
Free Speech Essay Scholarship
November
Target Scholarship
November
up to $10,000
up to
$10,000.00
thefire.org
http://www.college-financial-aid-advice.com/targetscholarship.html
3.0
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
The Society of American Military
Engineers
DUE DATE
November
AMOUNT
$2,000.00
GPA
REQUIREMENTS
3.0
For a senior planning to enroll in an engineering,
architectural, or a similar technical field at an
accredited college or university - applications are
available in the counseling department
ROTC Scholarships (all branches)
November
up to $150,000
ARMY ROTC Scholarships for
Historically Black Colleges
November
full tuition
Winston Salem State University Full
Scholarship Award
November
full tuition
3.5
William F. Crumel Jr. Foundation
Scholarship
November
$1,000.00
2.3
National Co-Op Scholarships
November
varies
3.5
Ron Brown Scholarship
November
up to $40,000
WH Plemmons Leader Fellows at
Appalachian State
November
$1,000.00
3.0
Competitive, merit-based scholarships and stipends
for qualified students who plan to enter the Armed
Forces. SAT (M+R) = 1000+ or ASVAB + 74+. For
more information, go under "Paying for College" tab
at www.cfnc.org
Students interested in the Army and to enroll at a
Historically Black College: must have minimum 920
on the SAT (M+R). Apply at
http://www.usarotc.com/index.htm
Apply and be accepted at Winston-Salem State
University and have minimum gpa of 3.85, and
minimum SAT score of 1,100 or ACT score of 24.
See your counselor for more details.
For a deserving African-American student who will
be attending a 2 or 4 year college with at least a 2.3
GPA and family income of $60,000 or less.
Applications will be available in the Counseling
Department.
www.waceinc.org
Applicant must be African American and
demonstrate financial need. Apply at
www.RonBrown.org
Applicant must have a 3.0 gpa or 1000 on their SAT
(math+reading) - apply at
www.plemmonsfellows.appstate.edu
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
DUE DATE
AMOUNT
John Montgomery Belk Scholarship
November
full tuition
Jackie Robinson Scholarship Fund
November
up to $7,500
Trustee Scholarship Competition
December
full tuition
Laws of Life Scholarship
December
Centennial Scholarship Program
December
$10,000.00
Miss Eastern Carolina
Pageant/Eastern Carolina
Outstanding Teen Pageant
December
up to full tuition
SAE Engineering Scholarship
AXA Achievement Scholarship
December
December
GPA
top 10%
REQUIREMENTS
Applicant must attend Davidson College and
demonstrate strong academics and leadership www.davidson.edu/admission
Must be a minority student, exhibit leadership
potential and financial need, and attend an
accredited 4-year college or university. Apply at
www.jackierobinson.org/apply/index.php
Attend Boston University - must be a leader and in
the top 10% of the senior class - to apply go to
www.bu.edu/admissions/trustee
www.lawsoflife.contest.com
Attend NC State and major in textiles - school
nomination or self-nomination http://www.tx.ncsu.edu/student_services/centennial
_scholars
This program is affiliated with the Miss America
Pageant, the largest scholarship program for young
women in the country. There are divisions for girls
13-17 and young women ages 18-24. The pageant
is Saturday, Feb. 27, 2010 in Ayden, NC. Any
interested applicants should plan to attend an
informational meeting on Sunday, Dec. 6, 2009 at
2:30 pm at the Ayden Free Will Baptist Church.
varies
Applicant must be a US citizen and plan to major in
engineering or related science. Apply at
www.students.sae.org/awdscholar/scholarships
$10,000.00
Must demonstrate outstanding achievement in nonacademic activity/project - Apply at www.axaachievement.com
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
DUE DATE
AMOUNT
GPA
Robertson Scholars Program
December
$160,000.00
top 10%
Miss Cheerleader of America
December
varies
1800 Wheelchair Scholarship
December
$500.00
NFIB Young Entrepreneur Award
December
up to $1,000
ECU Academic Merit
December
$40,000.00
Stephen J. Brody Scholarship
Healthy Lifestyles Scholarship
December
December
$5,000.00
varies
NC A & T State University Alumni
Scholars
December
3.0
3.5unwt
3.0unwt
National Elks Scholarship
ECU Academic Scholarship
Programs
NCSU College of Education
Scholarship Awards
December
varies
December
up to $40,000
3.0
LCC/ECU Ribbon Program (Nursing)
January
varies
3.0
Explora Vision Award
AWM Essay Contest
January
January
$10,000.00
$1,000.00
Rubincam Youth Award
January
$500.00
Edison Scholars Program
January
$10,000.00
January
2.8
REQUIREMENTS
Must plan to attend Duke University or the
University of NC at Chapel Hill. For more
information, visit www.robertsonscholars.org
Requires high school cheerleading experience; must
compete in a semifinalist round. Apply at
www.misscheerleaderofamerica.com
Essay of 500 words in length - go to
http://www.1800wheelchair.com/scholarship
For seniors that have an established business apply at www.nfib.com/yea
Attend ECU and be in the top 5% of class,
demonstrate extracurricular activities and
leadership. SAT 1800 min. (600 each part)
http://www.studentscholarships.org
www.fitnessexercises.tv/scholarships.php
Must be admitted to NC A& T State University - have
an unweighted 3.0 gpa and 1000 SAT
(Math+Verbal)
www.elks.org/enf/scholars
Applications available in Guidance. See your
counselor.
Information may be viewed at
http://ced.ncsu.edu/admissions/scholarships
Partnership between LCC and ECU Nursing Program must have unweighted 3.0 gpa and SAT Reading
score of 490+ or ACT score of 21 on all sections.
www.studentscholarships.org
Essay contest - www.studentscholarships.org
Essay contest for all students in grades 10-12 www.studentscholarships.org
www.scholarshipamerica.org/edisonscholars
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
DUE DATE
AMOUNT
GPA
REQUIREMENTS
Dell Scholars Program
January
$20,000.00
2.5
Washington Crossing Foundation
January
up to $5,000
http://www.dellscholars.org
History Buff? Enjoy Politics? Government or Military
Service in Your Future? Please visit www.gwcf.org
or call 215-949-8841
up to $10,000
Recipient must submit a unique phot, piece of
artwork, or computer graphic for the front of a
greeting card. The student with the best design
wins! Apply at www.gallerycollection.com/greetingcards-scholarship.htm
Creat-A-Greeting-Card Scholarship
Contest
January
Navy ROTC Scholarship
January
$180,000.00
top 10%
Navy Nurse ROTC Scholarship
January
$180,000.00
top 10%
Mensa Education & Research
Scholarship
January
Ronald McDonald House Scholarship
January
Forgivable Education Loan
January
Eugene McDermott Scholars
Program
January
Applicant can be a high school Junior (2nd
semester) or Senior, have an SAT of 1050 (M+R),
and ranked in the top 10% of the class. Apply at
www.nrotc.navy.mil.
Applicant can be a high school Junior (2nd
semester) or Senior, have an SAT of 1050 (M+R),
and ranked in the top 10% of the class. Apply at
www.nrotc.navy.mil.
Requires essay describing academic and career
goals. Apply at www.mensafoundation.org
www.rmhc.org
All seniors should apply. If awarded, students do
not have to pay back the loan. For more details, go
to www.cfnc.org/fels
Student must have an SAT score (Reading+Math)
of 1400 or higher)
http://www.utdallas.edu/mcdermott/applicationinformation
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
The Christophers' Poster Contest
DUE DATE
January
UNC-Greensboro Merit Awards
Program
January
Head Start Association Annual
Scholarship Award
January
Gates Millennium Scholars
January
John F. Kennedy Profiles in Courage
Essay Contest
January
Sweet-diggity-dawg Scholarship
January
NC State University College of
Education Scholarships
January
AMOUNT
GPA
REQUIREMENTS
High school students in grades 9 through 12 are
invited to enter a Poster Contest by creating a
poster interpreting the theme One Person Can Make
a Difference. For more information, go to
http://www.christophers.org/Page.aspx?pid=274 or
www.christophers.org and click on "Youth
Programs" and then "High School Poster Contest"
$1,000.00
Applicants must have a minimum of 1800 on the
SAT or ACT composite of 27 (Writing Section
3.5
required). Apply online at
www.uncg.edu/fia/meritawards
This scholarship if for a student who attended Head
$1,000.00
Start. Applications can be obtained in the
counseling department.
African-American, American Indian/Alaskan Native,
Asian Pacific Island American or Hispanic American 3.3
must demonstrate leadership and participate in
extra curricular and other activities. Apply at
www.gmsp.org
Essay contest - For more information, go to
www.jfklibrary.org and then click on "Education and
up to $13,500 Juniors Also
Public Programs" and then on "Profile in Courage
Award"
$20,000.00
2.0
Students who wish to apply must be a current high
school student (2010-2013) with a minimum gpa of
2.0 and have a Zinch.com profile. To apply, create
a free Zinch.com profile.
http://ced.ncsu.edu/student_services/scholarship_in
fo.php
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
Vickie Clark - Flaherty Scholarship
Aubrey Lee Brooks Private
Scholarship
Johnson C. Smith University Golden
Scholar Program
DUE DATE
January
January
Jan.-July
AMOUNT
$1,500-$2,500
varies
Accepted at NC State University, UNC-Greensboro or
UNC-Chapel Hill - merit and need based - students
must complete the PROFILE available at
http://profileonline.collegeboard.com/index.jsp then complete the application at
www.cfnc.org/brooks - summer study abroad,
research and internship opportunities
full tuition
Applicant must have a 3.5 or higher gpa and plan to
attend Johnson C. Smith University in Charlotte, NC.
To apply, call Mrs. Carolyn Scipio Glover at 301-3420140 or at 301-877-5130
Jan.-July
$5,000.00
Knight Essay Scholarship
Jan.-July
$3,000.00
Jan-Dec.
REQUIREMENTS
For females in the restaurant industry who want to
get a dgree in the restaurant industry. Applications
are available in the Counseling Department.
Help Johnny Scholarship
Imagine America Scholarship
Program
GPA
$1,000.00
3.5
Scholarship is available to any high school student
that is 19 years or under, as of October 25, and is
renewable. Apply at
http://www.studentscholarships.org/helpjohnny.php
Juniors Also
Essay contest: go to
http://www.sar.org/Youth/Knight_Essay_Rules
Kinston High School is registered for this program
and all seniors attending career colleges (such as
Miller-Motte College) in the fall should apply
between Jan. 1, 2011 and Dec. 31, 2011. To apply,
go to www.imagine-america.org and click Education
Scholarships, High School Students, and then Apply.
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
Davidson Fellows Scholarship
Allstate Foundation Scholarships
Buick Achievers Scholarship
Program
DUE DATE
February
February
February
SAMMY Milk Mustache Scholarship
February
Burger King Scholarship
February
Christian Connector Scholarships
February
AMOUNT
GPA
REQUIREMENTS
up to $50,000
Award is for a significant piece of work in one of the
following categories of math, science, literature,
music, technology, philosophy, and "outside the
box." Go to www.davidsongifted.org/fellows
$2,000.00
Journalism Awards: go to
http://www.allstate.com/foundation/keep-thedrive/HSJ.aspx
up to $25,000
Student must plan to major in a specified course of
study that focuses on Engineering/Technology or
select Design and Business-related programs of
study and be interested in pursuing a career in the
automotive or related industries - Applications can
be found at:
http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship.php
$7,500.00
2.5
$2,500.00
Got Milk? Each year, twenty-five senior athletes get
this award. To apply, you need 75 whey proteinobsessed words of how you incorporate milk into
your everyday diet and athletic training regimen. A
photo of you sporting a freshly-grown milkmustache should be included. For more
information, go to
www.bodybymilk.com/sammy_scholarship.php
Applicant must be a senior that works part-time
(does not have to be Burger King), demonstrate
financial need and participation in community
service. Apply at
http://www.haveityourwayfoundation.org/bksp_appl
ication.html
www.christianconnector.com
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
DUE DATE
AMOUNT
GPA
NC A&T Alumni Scholars Program
February
$10,000.00
3.0 unwt
Vegetarian Scholarship
February
$5,000.00
National Action Council For
Minorities in Engineering (NACME)
Scholarships
February
up to $20,000
http://www.nacme.org/sch_index.html
Student Composer Awards (Music)
February
$500-$5,000
The contest was created in 1951 to encourage
young composers and help them continue their
musical education. For more information:
http://bmi.com/foundation/program/bmi_student_co
mposer_awards
$1,500.00
3.0
Senior with intent to pursue a degree in a health
care field - gpa of 3.0 or higher - application can be
found at
http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship.php
3.0
Must be a senior with a 3.0 gpa. Applications can
be found by going to:
http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship.php
Alegent Health Scholarship
Doing Good Scholarship
February
February
up to $25,000
REQUIREMENTS
Accepted at NC A&T - unweighted gpa of 3.0 or
better - SAT (Math+Reading) of 1000 minimum or
better - Financial mNeed is not a consideration Applications are available in the Counseling
Department.
Applicants will be judged on having shown
compassion, courage, and a strong commitment to
promoting a peaceful world through a vegetarian
diet/lifestyle. For more information, go to
www.vrg.org/student/scholar.htm
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
Shell Oil Company Technical
Scholarship
Reagan Foundation Scholarship
Program
DUE DATE
February
February
AMOUNT
GPA
REQUIREMENTS
up to $2,500
Student who plans to enroll full-time in engineering.
Applications can be found by going to:
http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship.php
up to $10,000
Student must demonstrate exemplary leadership,
drive, integrity, and citizenship at school, at home,
at the workplace, and within the community.
Student must be nominated by an eligible
community leader, such as a high school principal,
elected official or executive director of a non-profit
organization. Application can be found at
http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship.php
NC Student Incentive Grant (NCSIG)
February
$700.00
Alpha Delta Kappa Linda Rankin
Memorial Scholarship
February
$1,000.00
top 10%
Accepted at UNC campuses, community college
campuses or NC Independent non-profit colleges or
universites - need based - must complete the FAFSA
- scholarship awarded until funds are exhausted www.cfnc.org/NCSIG
Open to any student who is currently graduating
and expects to enroll in a four-year
college/university in NC - must be ranked in the top
10% of class and have a combined (M+R+W) SAT
score of 1488 - applications are available in the
Counseling Department
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
Alpha Delta Kappa Clare Johnson
Marley - Mary Earle Berger Fine Arts
Scholarship
DUE DATE
February
AMOUNT
$2,000.00
GPA
REQUIREMENTS
top 20%
Open to any student who is currently graduating
and expects to enroll in a four-year
college/university in NC who is declaring his/her
major in the area of fine arts - must be ranked in
the top 20% of class and have a combined
(M+R+W) SAT score of 1344 - applications are
available in the Counseling Department
Alpha Delta Kappa Student
Achievement Scholarship
February
$2,000.00
2.5-3.5
Alpha Delta Kappa Eunice Riggins
Memorial Scholarship
February
$2,000.00
top 10%
American Red Cross Scholarships
February
$1,000.00
KFC Colonel's Scholarship
February
up to $5,000
DECA Scholarships
February
Open to any student who is currently graduating
and expects to enroll in a two-year OR four-year
college in NC - must have a gpa between 2.5 and
3.5 (not higher or lower) and must have a combined
(M+R+W) SAT score between 1344-1560 (not
higher or lower) - applications are available at
www.nccommunityfoundation.org under
Scholarships - Statewide Funds
Open to any GIRL who is currently graduating and
expects to enroll in a four-year college/university in
NC - must be ranked in the top 10% of class and
have a combined (M+R+W) SAT score of 1344 applications are available in the Counseling
Department
Applications available at weneedblood.org
2.8
Must pursue bachelor's degree at a public college or
university. Apply at www.kfcscholars.org.
DECA Seniors: See your DECA Advisor: Jessica
Shimer for many DECA Scholarship Opportunities
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
DUE DATE
AMOUNT
GPA
Best Buy Scholarship
February
$1,000.00
Grades 912
USA Funds Access to Education
Scholarship
February
Burger King Scholars
February
$1,000.00
2.5
Military Commanders' Scholarship
Fund
February
$5,000.00
3.5
National Co-Op Scholarships
February
$6,000.00
REQUIREMENTS
Scholarships are awarded to students who
demonstrate commitment to and involvement in
community volunteer service or work
experience.Apply at www.bestbuycommunityrelations.com or www.at15.com
Open to financially needy students who are high
school seniors - go to
www.usafunds.org/scholarship
Applicant must work part-time for a minimum of 10
hours per week, be actively involved in community
service, demonstrate financial need and plan to
enroll in a 2 or 4 year school after graduation.
For dependent children of active duty, reserve,
National Guard or retired members of the US
military who hold valid Exchange & Commissary
shopping privileges - recipients selected based on
academic record, demonstrated leadership and
participation in school and community activities,
honors, work experience, etc. For more
information, go to
www.sms.scholarshipamerica.org/militarycommande
rs
To be eligible for a merit co-op scholarship a
student must apply, be accepted, and attend one of
the following: Drexel, Johnson & Wales, Kettering,
Pace, Rochester Institute of Tech., Univ. of
Cincinnati, Univ. of Toledo, or Wentworth Institute
of Tech. - apply at www.co-op.edu
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
DUE DATE
AMOUNT
GPA
REQUIREMENTS
Apply online at http://www.axa-equitable.com/axafoundation/community-scholarships.html or call Bert
Powell at 252-756-7721
AXA Achievement Community
Scholarship
February
Dr. Suess College Scholarship
February
Applications are available in student services or at
www.ohtheplaces.org
February
McDonalds is looking for role models in their
communities. Applicant must provide transcript,
personal statement, letter of recommendation,
parent/guardian W2 form. Apply at www.rmhc.org
Ronald McDonald House Scholarship
$2,000.00
$1,000.00
Jagannathan Scholarship
February
up to $14,000
Davidson Fellows Scholarship
February
up to $50,000
ECU James H. and Connie M.
Maynard Teaching Scholarship
February
$20,000.00
Nu Iota Lambda Chapter of Alpha
Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
Scholarship
February
William F. Carl Scholarship
February
$500-$5,000
SPIKE Scholarships
February
$10,000.00
Recipient must attend a 4 year UNC school - based
on financial need and merit - must have an SAT
score minimum of 1200 (M+V) and a profile must
be submitted by February 1 - for more information,
go to www.cfnc.org/jag
www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship.php
Applicant must be admitted to ECU, must intend to
teach K-12 upon completion of an undergraduate
SAT=1000
program for a min. of 4 years in a specified county,
(M+R) or
and must provide current year 1040 tax form.
ACT=21
Applications will be available in the counseling
department.
Seeking qualified African-American male students
with an unweighted gpa of 2.5 or better planning to
2.5unw
attend a post secondary institution. Applications are
available in the Counseling Department.
3.0
For students whose parents work in the restaurant
industry. Applications available in the Counseling
Department.
www.studentscholarships.org
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
DUE DATE
AMOUNT
Elon Teaching Scholarship
February
up to $4,500
Siemens Merit Scholarship
February
up to $6,000
Lenoir County Association of
Educational Office Professionals
March
$300.00
Veterans of Foreign Wars of the
United States Scout of the Year
Scholarship
Girls Going Places Scholarship
Pfizer Epilepsy Scholarship Award
March
March
March
$5,000.00
GPA
Juniors
Only
REQUIREMENTS
http://www.elon.edu/fellows
Interested Juniors must take the PSAT in October of
their Junior year in high school - to apply, go to
http://www.siemensfoundation.org/en/merit_scholarship.htm
Will be awarded to a Lenoir County senior acceptance letter from community college or 4-year
college - Applications are available in the Counseling
Department.
Applicant must be a registered, active member of a
Boy Scout Troop, received the Eagle Scout Award,
demonstrated practical citizenship in school,
scouting and the community, and reached his/her
15th birthday. Apply at www.vfw.org - click on
"programs" and then on "scholarship programs"
up to $10,000
Awards girls aged 12-18 who have demonstrated
budding entrepreneurship. The competition starts
September 1. For more information, go to
www.guardianlife.com/womens_channel/girls_going
_places/girls_going_places.html
$3,000.00
Applicant must be an outstanding student that has
overcome the challenges of epilepsy - must be
under a doctor's care for epilepsy and been
successful in school - apply at www.epilepsyscholarship.com
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
DUE DATE
AMOUNT
Buick Achievers Scholarship
Program
March
up to $25,000
Charlie Adams Endowed Athletic
Scholarship
March
$1,500.00
GPA
REQUIREMENTS
For leaders both in the classroom and in the
community, but may not have the financial means
to go to college. For more information and to apply
go to www.buickachievers.com
Awarded to one senior female participating on a
varsity cross-country team at a high school that is a
member of the NC High School Athletic Assoication
(NCHSAA)- nomination only by high school coach or
athletic director
Gainey Student Athletic Award
March
$2,000.00
Awarded to one senior female student athlete at a
high school that is a member of the NC High School
Athletic Association (NCHSAA) - nomination only by
high school coach or athletic director
NC High School Athletic Association
Scholarships
March
varies
www.nchsaa.org
Janice M. Scott Memorial
Scholarship Fund, Inc
March
$2,500.00
3.0
USPAACC (Asian American)
Dr. Anita Young Bowell
March
March
$5,000.00
$1,000.00
3.3
2.8
Clary Student Medal Athletic Award
March
$2,000.00
American Council of the Blind
March
$500-$3,500
Based on financial need and demonstrated
leadership - for more information, google "Janice M
Scott Memorial Scholarship"
www.studentscholarships.org
www.studentscholarships.org
Awarded to one male and one female student
athlete at a high school that is a member of the NC
High School Athletic Association (NCHSAA) nomination only by high school coach or athletic
director
Applicant must be visually impaired. Apply at
www.acb.org or call 1-800-424-8666 for more
information.
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
DUE DATE
AMOUNT
GPA
USBC Association Scholarship
(Bowling)
March
$1,500.00
2.5
The Lewis and Elizabeth Dowdy
Scholarship at NC A&T State
March
full tuition
3.8
NC Veterans Scholarship
March
varies
Delta Kappa Gamma Society
Scholarship
March
$500.00
Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the
Year (SAMMY)
March
$7,500.00
Golden LEAF Scholars Program
March
$3,000.00
Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the
Year (SAMMY)
March
$7,500.00
National Association of the
Advancement of Colored People
(NAACP) Scholarships
March
varies
2.5
REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must be a current member of the NCS
USBCA and bowling in a certified USBC NC youth
league. Applications will be available in the
guidance office.
Accepted at NC A&T State University - SAT
(math+reading) of 1200 or higher - 3.75 weighted
gpa - Applications will be available in the guidance
office.
For students with a wartime Veteran Parent who
was a resident of NC when he/she enlisted. Call
252-355-9052.
Female student aspiring to major in education applications will be available in the guidance office
Excellence in academics, athletics, service &
citizenship. Apply at www.bodybymilk.com
Attend one of the 16 campuses of the UNC system.
Applications are available online at
www.cfnc.org/goldenleaf.
For student athletes (male or female): judging of
the nominees will be based on five criteria academic performance (35%), athletic excellence
(35%), leadership (15%), community service
(10%), and milk experience (5%). Apply online at
www.bodybymilk.com
African-American students interested in applying for
any NAACP scholarships should complete a
membership application prior to applying for any of
the scholarships - go to
www.naacp.org/youth/scholarships/information/
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
NAACP: Agnes Jones Jackson
Scholarship
DUE DATE
March
AMOUNT
$1,500.00
GPA
REQUIREMENTS
2.5
Applicant must be a current member of the NAACP
and have a financial need - to apply, go to
www.naacp.org/youth/scholarships/information/
NAACP: Lillian & Samuel Sutton
Education Scholarship
March
$1,000.00
2.5
Membership in the NAACP is desired - applicant
must plan to be an Education major - to apply, go to
www.naacp.org/youth/scholarships/information/
NAACP: Roy Wilkins Scholarship
March
$1,000.00
2.5
Membership in the NAACP is desired - go to
www.naacp.org/youth/scholarships/information/
NAACP: Hubertus W. V. Wellems
Scholarship For Male Students
March
$2,000.00
The National Exchange Club
(Exchange Club of Kinston) Youth of
the Year Scholarship
March
up to $500
Gilbraitti Scholarship
March
$500.00
2.5
Membership in the NAACP is desired - applicant
must be male, have a financial need, and planning
to major in one of the following fields: Engineering,
Chemistry, Physics, or Mathematical Sciences. To
apply, go to
www.naacp.org/youth/scholarships/information/
Applicants will be chosen based on the requirements
of grades, activities, and personal achievement as
well as an essay "Inspired by the Power of
Community Service." Applications will be available
in the guidance office
Go to
http://mortgagebrokerslangley.ca/application.php or
google Gilbraitti Scholarship
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
DUE DATE
AMOUNT
IFT Freshmen Scholarships
March
Phi Delta Kappa Prospective
Educator Scholarship
March
Max Preps Citizen Athlete
March
$2,500.00
Kohl's Kids Who Care Scholarship
Program
March
$1000-$10,000
Delta Kappa Gamma Society
International Sigma Chapter
Scholarship
March
GPA
Go to
http://www.ift.org/community/students/scholarships/
~/media/Knowledge%20Center/Learn%20Food%20
Science/Scholarships/Applications/IFT_Freshman_
Scholarship.pdf or google IFT Freshmen
Scholarships
High school senior planning to major in education at
a 4-year university - applications will be available in
the counseling department
For high school student athletes who are model
citizens in all areas of life: community service,
academics, athletics and school involvement- apply
at www.MaxPreps.com/CitizenAthlete
Applicants must be nominated by an adult (teacher,
parent, community member). Kohl's is looking to
award students who have been an outstanding
young volunteers and have made a difference in the
community. Nominations should be made at
http://pull.xmr3.com/p/2381CA1D/62999755/clickto12_scholarship.html
$1,000.00
$500.00
REQUIREMENTS
2.5
Applicant must be a female student aspiring to
major in education, a Lenoir County resident, and
must maintain a 2.5 GPA - Family members of
Sigma Chapter will be given priority - applications
will be available in the guidance office
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
DUE DATE
AMOUNT
BAM Scholarship
March
up to $20,000
American Welding Society
Scholarship
March
up to $2,500
ANS Incoming Freshman
Scholarship
March
$1,000.00
LULAC National Scholarship Fund
March
up to $2,000
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity
Scholarship
Crumley Roberts Next Step
Scholarship
March
March
GPA
3.3
3.0
2.5
$2,500.00
2.5
REQUIREMENTS
BAM is a company-sponsored diversity organization
dedicated to supporting the continued growth and
development of black employees at Microsoft
Corporation. BAM will award two $5,000
scholarships to outstanding seniors who are
interested in pursuing careers in technology. The
scholarships are renewable for four year totalling
$20,000. Applicants must be African-American and
plan to attend a 4-year college/university. Apply at
www.microsoft.com/about/diversity/programs/ergen
/blacks/scholarships.mspx,
Applicant must be pursuing welding education. To
apply, go to
http://www.aws.org/foundation/district_scholarships
.html and for others, go to
http://www.aws.org/foundation/national_scholarshi
ps.html
Pursuing a degree in Nuclear Engineering or have
the intent to pursue a degree in Nuclear Engineering
- based on academic achievement, quality and
content of 500-word essay, letters of
recommendation and other information - go to
http://www.ans.org/honors/scholarships
Applicants must be of hispanic origin - go to
http://www.lnesc.org/
African-American male - applications will be
available in the guidance office
www.crumleyroberts.com/community/scholarshipprograms.php
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
DUE DATE
Odenza Marketing Scholarship
March
Essay contest - For more information, go to
http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship.php
March
$1,000.00
Business, Marketing, and Personal Finance students
currently enrolled in their junior or senior years of
Juniors Also
high school are eligible - apply at
www.knowledgematters.com/scholarships
March
varies
www.waynecc.edu/foundation/scholarships
March
$6,000.00
www.ttecscholarship.net
March
varies
https://www.spj.org/a-hs.asp
Virtual Business Scholarship
Wayne Community College
Scholarship
ITEC Scholarship
Society of Professional Journalists
Scholarship
AMOUNT
Tri-County Electrical Scholarship
March
Daughety Memorial Foundation
Scholarship
March
LMH Nursing Leadership Scholarship
March
$1,000.00
National Association of Hispanic
Journalist Scholarships
March
$1,000-$5,000
State Employees Credit Union
Foundation "People Helping People"
Scholarship Program
April
$10,000.00
GPA
$500.00
2.5 unw
REQUIREMENTS
Applications will be available in the counseling
department. Please listen to the announcements
and stop by weekly.
Applications will be available in the counseling
department. Please listen to the announcements
and stop by weekly.
For students planning to pursue a nursing degree:
Applications will be available in the counseling
department. Please listen to the announcements
and stop by weekly.
Hispanic students interested in journalism as a
career should apply - go to
http://www.nahj.org/student.html
Applicants must have an essay, resume,
biographical statement, acceptance letter from a
UNC-System college/university, and a gpa of 2.5
unweighted to apply. Applications will be available
in the guidance office.
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
Train Them Up for Success College
Scholarship
DUE DATE
AMOUNT
GPA
For African-American high school seniors interested
in business and mechanical engineering - go to
http://train-them-up.unitedcp.org/
April
Holocaust Remembrance
Scholarships
April
up to $5,000
Young Cancer Survivor
April
up to $7,500
AMDA (American Musical &
Dramatic Academy) College &
Conservatory of the Performing Arts
April
varies
Johnnie F. Lyles Memorial
Scholarship
April
James Beard Foundation
Scholarship Program
April
Spina Bifida Association of America
Scholarship
April
REQUIREMENTS
National essay contest for students designed to
encourage and promote the study of the Holocaust.
For more information, go to
http://holocaust.hklaw.com
The American Cancer Society offers annual
scholarships to college-bound students who are
cancer survivors and in need of financial aid. Apply
at
http://www.cancer.org/docroot/SPC/content/SPC_1
_College_Scholarships_List.asp
2.5
Juniors
Only
http://www.amda.edu/scholarships-financialaid/grants-scholarships/
Applications will be available in the counseling
department. Please listen to the announcements
and stop by weekly.
For students planning to further their education at a
licensed or accredited culinary school - for more
information, go to
www.sms.scholarshipamerica.org/jamesbeard
Applicant must have spina bifida and must provide a
physician's statement to that effect. The applicant
must be a high school junior entering their senior
year at the time of application. For more
information, go to "Paying for College" tab at
www.cfnc.org
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
American Fire Sprinklers Association
Scholarship
DUE DATE
AMOUNT
April
$2,000.00
Go online to www.afsascholarship.org. Must write
an essay.
Scholarship is for two deserving seniors that have
been accepted into a college or university, but do
not have the necessary funds to attend. Applicants
must write a 500 word essay. Applications are
available in the Counseling Department.
The Daughety Memorial Scholarship
Fund
April
$500.00
NC Society of Accountants
April
$500.00
TEACH Early Childhood Scholars
Program
April
up to $5,000
Carrols LLC Community Scholarship
Fund (Burger King)
April
Adam R. Howard Memorial
Scholarship
April
Congressional Black Caucus
Foundation, Inc.: Sponsored by
Wal*Mart
April
$1,000.00
GPA
2.8
REQUIREMENTS
For students who desire to enter the profession of
Accounting.
For students interested in obtaining an Early
Childhood Associate Degree at any NC Community
College - for more information, go to
www.childcareservices.org
Scholarship offered to any eligible senior or
employee wishing to further their education.
Winners are chosen on merit basis and completion
of application. Applications are available in the
Counseling Department.
Applicant must be a member of a Lenoir County
volunteer fire department or a member of a fire
department that is a member of the Lenoir County
Fireman's Association (two or four year college) applications available in the Counseling Department
Applicants will be required to submit, personal
statement, financial information, two letters of
recommendation, letter of acceptance from intended
institution, resume, copy of Federal Student Aid
Report (SAR), and recent photgraph. Applications
are available in the Counseling Department.
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
DUE DATE
AMOUNT
North Carolina Bar Association
Scholarship Program
April
$250-$4,000
Pitt Community College Student
Ambassador Program
April
full tuition
Lenoir Community College
Foundation Scholarship
April
varies
Adkin High School Class of 1967
Scholarship
April
$300.00
State Employees Association of
North Carolina (SEANC) Scholarship
April
$500.00+
GPA
3.0
REQUIREMENTS
Scholarships for children of North Carolina law
enforcement officers killed or permanently disabled
in the line of duty - apply at
http://younglawyers.ncbar.org/media/207370/childr
enofslainorpermanentlydisabledlawenforcementoffic
ers.pdf or contact Jacquelyn Terrell at
jterrell@ncbar.org or 1-800-662-7407
10-12 applicants will be chosen who have an
outgoing personality, a professional appearance,
and high academic achievement. Applications are
available in the counseling department or
www.pittcc.edu and then click on Ambassadors from
the drop-down menu
Scholarship is for students planning to attend LCC in
the fall. Applications are available in the Counseling
Department. For more scholarship opportunities at
LCC, go to
http://www.lenoircc.edu/studserv09/finaid.htm
Candidates must demonstrate a strong record of
academic achievement, a wholesome character, and
an interest in service to the community. Eligible
students are seniors that have been accepted into
an institution for higher learning. One award will be
given to a student in Kinston/Lenoir County.
Applications are available in the Counseling
Department.
Attention children of State Employees! Is your mom
or dad a state employee/retiree and a SEANC
member? Apply at www.seanc.org (under member
benefits) from Jan.-Mar. Questions call Renee
Vaughan at 800-222-2758 x 3333 or
rvaughan@seanc.org
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
DUE DATE
AMOUNT
GPA
UNCF - Foot Locker Foundation
Scholarship
April
up to $5,000
2.5
For aspiring students wanting to further their
education - apply at
http://www.uncf.org/forstudents and click on
"Scholarships"
3.0
Applicant must be a member, the child, or the
grandchild of a member of the LaGrange Frink
Alumni and Friends Association, have a gpa of 3.0
or better, etc. Applications are available online at
www.frink-alumni.com/foundation.htm
LaGrange-Frink Alumni and Friends
Association Scholarship
REQUIREMENTS
April
$4,000.00
April
$500.00
Academic Scholarship - applications available in the
counseling department
April
$500.00
Academic Scholarship - applications available in the
counseling department
April
$500.00
Music Award: One recipient per school will be
selected from all Lenoir County High Schools
Hyatt Scholarship
April
$3,000.00
Samsung Scholarship
April
Fonnie B. Murrill and Ruth M. Jones
Scholarship Foundation -
Nathaniel Lee Jones
Scholarship
Fonnie B. Murrill and Ruth M. Jones
Scholarship
Fonnie B. Murrill and Ruth M. Jones
Scholarship Foundation - Musicians
for Education: Music Explosion
Scholarship
Duck Brand Duct Tape Stuck at
Prom Contest
Prom
up to $2,500
Need-based scholarship - contact Miles Jones at 919244-1133 or google Hyatt Scholarship
http://www.legion.org/scholarships/215471/downlo
ad-samsung-scholarship-application
Open to couples age 14 or older who are attending
a high school prom wearing complete attire or
accessories mde from duct tape. Award is $2,500
each (total per couple $5,000). To apply, go to
http://www.duckbrand.com/Promotions/stuck-atprom.aspx
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
NCFRW (North Carolina Federation
of Republican Women) - Caring for
America
DUE DATE
AMOUNT
April
$1,000.00
Alexander Graham Bell Association
for the Deaf
April
$500-$2,000
Westminster United Methodist
Church: Sawyer-Wooten Memorial
Scholarship
April
$1,000.00
Westminster United Methodist
Church: Todd Howard Memorial
Scholarship
April
$1,000.00
NC Child Support Council
Scholarship and the Bob McGuire
Memorial Scholarship
April
$1,000.00
R.L. Flanagan Memorial
Scholarships
April
GPA
REQUIREMENTS
Go to http://www.ncfrw.com/CFAScholarship_application-020113.pdf or go to
www.ncfrw.com and select programs
For the profoundly deaf student. Apply at
http://www.agbell.org/DesktopDefault.aspx?p=Colle
ge_scholarship_Awards&MnulD=1 or see your
counselor
Applicant does not have to be a member of the
Westminster UMC to be eligible for this scholarship:
Emphasis is placed on Christian character and
financial need. Applications are available in the
Counseling Department.
Applicant must be a member of the Westminster
UMC to be eligible for this scholarship: Emphasis is
placed on Christian character. Applications are
available in the Counseling Department.
2.0
At least 1 parent must be a member of the NC Child
Support Council or client of Child Support Program.
2.7
Applicant must be a graduating senior planning to
pursue a college education and have a minimum
gpa of 2.7. Applications are available in the
Counseling Department.
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
DUE DATE
Etta B. Lane Cup and Banneker
Literary & Social Club Scholarship
April
Zeta Pi Sigma Alumnae Chapter:
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Pearls &
Rubies Scholarship
May
AMOUNT
GPA
2.5
$100-$350
REQUIREMENTS
Applicant must be a graduating African-American
female who has applied for admission to a four-year
college or university, gpa of 2.5 or better, and
participates in extra-curricular school activities as
well as community service and church. Preference
will be given to low income applicants and/or single
parent families. Essay required. Applications are
available in the Counseling Department.
For seniors who have survived cancer or who has an
immediate family member that has survived cancer applications are available in the Counseling
Department.
Betsy Justus (NCTA) Scholarship
May
$1,000.00
3.0
In her memory, NCTA established the Betsy Y.
Justus NCTA Founder’s Scholarship to encourage
and support young women in North Carolina
pursuing careers in science, technology,
engineering, and mathematics. The scholarship
awards each recipient a one-time grant of $1,000.
Go to
http://www.alphanumeric.com/index.php/newsroom/
entry-view/betsy-y-justus-ncta-founders-scholarship
Nordstrom Scholarship Program
May
$10,000.00
Juniors
Only
http://shop.nordstrom.com/c/nordstrom-caresscholarship
Oakseed Ministries Essay Contest
May
$1,000.00
Wade Edwards Foundation and
Learning Lab
May
varies
The Essay Contest awards $1,000 scholarships to
the author of the best essay. For more information,
go to www.oakseedessaycontest.com
Juniors
Only
http://wade.org/pages/shortfictionaward.html
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
Kinston Civitan Club Youth Service
Award Scholarship
DUE DATE
AMOUNT
May
Actuarial Diversity Scholarship
May
$1,000.00
Tylenol Scholarship
May
up to $10,000
Big Dig Scholarship
May
$3,000.00
B. Davis Scholarship
May
$1,000.00
Healthy Lifestyles Scholarship
May
$5,000.00
Delta Rho Zeta Chapter: Zeta Phi
Beta Sorority Scholarship
May
DSM
May
GPA
REQUIREMENTS
2.5
This scholarship will be awarded to a graduating
senior who has maintained a C average or better,
who plans to further their education in an institution
of higher learning, and who has demonstrated a
community-service oriented spirit. Applications are
available in the Counseling Department.
3.0
Must submit an essay that is under 1000 words by
the stated deadline http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship.php
Juniors Also http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships
2.5
$1,000.00
Each applicant must have at least one birth parent
who is African-American, Hispanic, or Native North
American. Applicant must have a SAT score in Math
of 600 and intend to pursue a career in the actuarial
profession. To apply, go to
http://www.actuarialfoundation.org/pdf/2009diversity-application.pdf
Open to students interested in a health-related field.
Applications available at
www.tylenol.com/scholarship
Two essay questions: go to
http://www.fitnessexercises.tv/scholarships.php
Applicant must plan to attend a college/university in
the fall - applications available in the Counseling
Department.
Parent or guardian must be an employee of DSM.
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
DUE DATE
AMOUNT
Coca-Cola Two Year College
Scholarship
May
$1,000.00
BBG Communications Scholarship
June
$1,000.00
Miss North Carolina High School
June
up to $10,000
Congress of the United States
House of Representatives:
Congressional Black Caucus
Foundation's Spouses' Scholarship
Program
June
North Carolina Trucking Association
Scholarship
June
$1,000.00
GPA
REQUIREMENTS
2.5
Applicants must be planning to enroll at a two-year
institution - go to
www.aie.org/Scholarships/detail.cfm?ID=18590 or
google "Coca-Cola Two Year College Scholarship"
Essay contest: go to
http://www.breylancommunications.com
All NC High School girls in Grades 9-12 that wish to
compete for this title in a pageant. For more
information, go to
www.MissNorthCarolinaHighSchool.Webs.com and
www.americashighschoolpageant.com. If you are
interested in applying, call Gayle Mace at 910-6730093 to request an entrance packet.
Two Scholarship opportunities: General Education
Scholarship and Cheerios Brand Health Initiative
Scholarship - Applicants will have to provide a
personal statement (500 word min.), official
transcript, letter of acceptance from intended
institution, two letters of recommendation, resume,
recent photograph, and copy of Federal Student Aid
Report (SAR). Applications are available in the
Counseling Dept.
Applicants can attend junior colleges, community
colleges, or technical institutes of their choice in
addition to four year colleges and universities.
Apply at
http://www.nctrucking.com/forms/NCTA_Scholarshi
p2010.pdf
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
DUE DATE
AMOUNT
GPA
REQUIREMENTS
Abbott and Fenner Business
Scholarship
June
$1,000.00
Juniors Also
Apply at
http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarship.htm
June
$5,000.00
Sussle Scholarship
The Pharmacy Technician
Scholarship
BigSun Scholarship
June
http://sussle.org/scholarship
http://collegeprowler.com/scholarships/major/pharm
acy-technician-assistant/
June
For young athletes: high school senior currently
involved in some sport in high school or in the
community. Apply at www.bigsunathletics.com
$500.00
National Hemophilia Foundation Kevin Child Scholarship
June
$1,000.00
UNC- Chapel Hill Sigma Phi Epsilon
Fraternity Balanced Man Scholarship
June
up to $1,000
Man Mac Automatic Scholarship
June
$500.00
Applicant must be an individual diagnosed with
hemophilia or Von Willebrands disease. Apply at
www.hemophilia.org or call 1-800-424-2634 ext.
3700
To be eligible for this scholarship, you have to have
been accepted at UNC-Chapel Hill and plan to
attend in the fall. You must also be a male student
that possesses a Sound Mind and Body: proficient
in classes, active in the community, in maintains a
healthy diet, in great physical shape, and stays
away from harmful substances. Apply at
www.sigepunc.com
must expect to enroll in an undergraduate program
in the fall at a school within Canada or the US http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship.php
2013-2014 NLHS Scholarship Opportunities
SCHOLARSHIP
Bridgestone Americas Safety
Scholars Contest
DUE DATE
July
AMOUNT
GPA
Win college money using a camera instead of
writing an essay: This is a video contest that is
focused on a topic relating to automobile safety
and/or automotive environmentalism. For more
information, go to www.safetyscholars.com
$5,000.00
Caremark Eric Delson Memorial
Scholarship
July
$2,500.00
Bridgestone Safety Scholars Contest
July
$5,000.00
National Foundation for Women
Legislators
July
$3,000.00
Freedom Alliance Scholarship Fund
July
Ink Scholarship
July
$2,500.00
Gen and Kelly Tanabe Scholarship
July
$1,000.00
REQUIREMENTS
Applicant must be diagnosed with hemophilia or
another bleeding disorder. Apply at
www.caremark.com/portal/asset/Hemophilia_Schola
rship.pdf
Entrants must possess a valid driver's license. Apply
at http://www.safetyscholarsvideo.com
If you are a female high school junior or senior, you
are eligible to participate. For more information, go
Juniors Also
to
http://www.womenlegislators.org/events/scholarshi
p-program.php
Applicant must be a dependent of a US service
member that has become permanently disabled
(100% VA disability rating, was killed in action, or is
classified as a Prisoner of War (POW) or Missing in
Action (MIA). Apply at www.fascholarship.com
2.5
http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship/920
7/ink_scholarship_scholarship.php
Apply at http://www.gkscholarship.com/