NC Scholarships
Children of NC Veterans
If one or both of your parents served in the U.S. military at a time of war, and is deceased or disabled,
you may qualify for this scholarship. If you live in North Carolina, are a high school senior, and can
provide proof of need for financial assistance, here are a few more details:
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Scholarship covers full tuition, plus
up to $2,200 room and board allowance for up to four years in public colleges or universities, or
up to $4,500 room and board allowance for up to four years in private schools.
Minimum 2.0 GPA to receive and maintain the scholarship
The parent must have lived in North Carolina at the time of their enlistment, and you must have been born
here and still reside here. Applications are available on line @ http://www.doa.nc.gov/vets/
Deadline: February 14, 2016
Golden LEAF Scholars Program – for Two and Four Year Colleges
These scholarships are awarded to students who will enroll in 2-year NC community colleges or 4-year
NC public universities. In order to be eligible you must be able to provide proof of need for financial
assistance to continue your education. You must also have a good record of scholastic achievement,
proven leadership ability, and be a participant in community service activities. There are multiple awards
in both categories. For more information for the 2-year program, go to the
websites: www.ncsaa.edu or www.nccs.cc.nc.us. To inquire about the 4-year program, go
to www.ncseaa.edu.
Applications are available @ CFNC.org/goldenleaf or call 1-866-866-CFNC for assistance.
Deadline: March 1, 2016
Latino Diamante Scholarship Fund
This scholarship is designated to be used for study at certain North Carolina schools, by persons of
Hispanic American heritage, who live in North Carolina. Along with the application you will need to submit
your transcript showing a GPA of at least 2.5, letters of recommendation, and an essay. This award is in
the amount of $750. For more information, visit the website www.cfnc.org.
Legislative Tuition Fund
This is a renewable scholarship intended for use at specified North Carolina private colleges and
universities. To apply you must be a high school senior and live in the state. The amount awarded for
these grants is determined by the state legislature each year. This year, numerous grants will be given, in
the amount of $1,950 each. Get on line to find out which schools are eligible to receive these funds at
www.cfnc.org. Then contact the financial aid office at one of the listed schools to receive an application.
Student Incentive Grant
Funds from this grant may be used at specifically approved schools in the state. In order to qualify you
must live in-state, and be able to provide proof of financial need to continue your education. This is
another situation where many, many of these grants are awarded each year – this year in the amount of
$700 each. Go to the website at www.cfnc.org for additional application information.
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Troy Douglas Carr Scholarship for Criminal Justice
Does the idea of a career in this field fascinate you? If so, and if you live in North Carolina, and can obtain
a nomination from either an active or retired law enforcement officer who lives in the state, then this just
might be the scholarship you’ve been seeking. You will also have to submit an essay, other letters of
recommendation, and your transcript along with your application. This award is in the amount of $2,000,
and you must major in criminal justice or law enforcement to receive it. Go to the website for more
information: www.troycarr.org.
Maya Angelou/Vivian Baxter
This is a renewable scholarship in the amount of $2,500 that can be used at any UNCF approved school
in the U.S. To apply, you must live in North Carolina, have a record of academic excellence, be in need of
financial assistance to go to college, have demonstrated strong leadership abilities, and performed some
sort of community service. To provide proof of financial need, complete the free FSFSA application on
line (see ‘note’ on previous page for full details). For more information about this award go to the
website: www.uncf.org.
Peter S. Slomianyj Scholarship Fund
This scholarship is for Subway employees or children of Subway employees who have worked at least
1,000 hours over the last 12 months. Students must have a 2.0 GPA in high school or a 2.5 GPA in
college. For more information about this scholarship go to subwaync.com or contact Jennifer Gallinari
(Executive Director) @ jgallinari@subwaync.com.
Deadline: Friday, April 10, 2016
Mail Application To: NC Subway Group, Attn: Jennifer Gallinari, 727 Eastowne Drive, Ste 300-D Chapel
Hill, NC 27514
NC Alpha Delta Kappa Student Achievement Scholarship
This scholarship is for graduating seniors of a North Carolina high school pursuing a degree at a school of
higher learning. Applicants must have a weighted GPA of 2.5 to 3.5 and an SAT score (including Math,
Verbal, and Writing) in the range of 1344-1560 OR an ACT composite score between 20 and 24. THIS
SCHOLARSHIP IS DESIGNED FOR STUDENTS WITH GRADES AND SCORES FALLING WITHIN
THESE RANGES ONLY. STUDENTS WITH LOWER OR HIGHER SCORES WILL NOT BE
CONSIDERED. Applicants are also judged based on their service to school, community, and church, as
well as their integrity and leadership potential. For more information contact: For more information, contact
Erna Brown, Scholarship Chairman @ jamesbrown@ctc.net (704)-857-1988 or go to
http://www.alphadeltakappa.org/
Deadline: Sunday, March 01, 2016
Mail Application To: 3645 Moose Road, Kannapolis, NC 28083
Crumley Roberts Founder's Scholarship
Crumley Roberts awards North Carolina students with scholarships to assist them with college expenses.
To date, the firm has provided nearly $190,000 in scholarships and technology to help college-bound
students reach their dreams. Applicants must plan to attend four-year colleges or universities.
Transcripts, three recommendation letters, applications and essays are required. Winners also receive
iPads plus $ 1,000. For more information go to-http://www.crumleyroberts.com/community/scholarshipprograms.php Applications will be available online. No phone calls, please.
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Deadline: February 1, 2016
Matthew McAlexander Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is available to undergraduate residents of NC attending or planning on attending an
accredited NC college or institution. To be eligible you must a legal resident of North Carolina and have a
cumulative unweighted GPA of at least a 2.0 (on a 4.0 scale). For more information go tohttp://www.fftc.org/fftc---final/scholarships/scholarship-matthew-mcalexander-memorial-scholarship
Application Cycle Begins: February 2016
Betty Feezor Scholarship Fund
This scholarship fund provides scholarships to students attending college in North Carolina and South
Carolina, majoring in Family & Consumer Sciences. For more information contact: Foundation For The
Carolinas @ scholars@fftc.org.
Minimum Eligibility:
 Declared Family & Consumer Sciences major and full time student.
 Junior status or above, including graduate students with degree, pursuing advanced degrees.
 Cumulative Grade point average— minimum of 2.7 or above on a 4.0 basis.
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Grade point ratio in major of 3.0 or above.
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Demonstrated leadership — has been successful as an officer or committee chairman (or
equivalent position) in one or more organizations related to major.
Application cycle begins: February 2016
Motherless Daughter Scholarship from SHero, Inc.
The Ruby and Kendrel Scholarship Fund was created in memory of the founders' mothers--Ruby Benston
and Kendrel Ross. This scholarship is open to North Carolina young women who have also had the
unfortunate loss of their mother. There are two (2) scholarships available for high school seniors. Each
scholarship is revolving (up to four years) and is in the amount of $2,000 per semester. For more
information visit the following website: http://www.sheroinc.org/scholarships
Application Deadline: February 19, 2016
Martin Luther King Oratorical Contest Sponsored by the Ebonette Club
of Tarboro, NC Inc.
Participants will present a 3-5 minute speech on a selected topic and will be judged on familiarity with
content, deliverance, poise, voice projection and eye contact on Thursday, December 03, 2015.
Scholarships ranging from $100 to $500 will be given to students who place 1 st, 2nd, or 3rd place in the
competition. For more information about participating, call Phyllis Johnson at 252-469-1039. You can
also obtain a registration from Mrs. Donaldson, School Counselor or Ms. Pate, English teacher.
Registration Deadline: November 2015
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N.C. UNIVERSITY/COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical University Scholarships
NC A & T University offers an array of scholarships to incoming freshmen pursing their first bachelor’s.
For a list of available scholarships available at NC A & T University visit the following website:
http://www.ncat.edu/admissions/financial-aid/aid/scholarships/fresh-students.html
Application Deadlines: Varies-see website for details
North Carolina Wesleyan College Meritorious Scholarships:
NC Wesleyan offers various amounts of scholarships based on GPA and SAT/ACT scores. For more
information visit the following website: http://www.ncwc.edu/admissions/financial-
assistance/scholarship-award-programs.php
Application Deadlines: Varies- see website for details.
Fayetteville State University Scholarships
View http://finaid.uncfsu.edu/scholarships for a list of scholarships offered at Fayetteville State University.
Application Deadlines: Varies-See website for details.
East Carolina University Scholarships
View https://ecu.academicworks.com/ for a list of scholarships offered at ECU
Application Deadlines: Varies-See website for details.
Winston Salem State University Scholarships
View https://www.wssu.edu/admissions/financial-aid/fa-scholarships/default.aspx for a list of scholarships
offered at WSSU.
Application Deadlines: Varies-See website for details.
North Carolina Central University Scholarships
View http://www.nccu.edu/scholarships/ for a list of scholarships offered at NCCU.
Application Deadlines: Varies-See website for details.
The University of Charlotte Scholarships
View http://scholarships.uncc.edu/scholarships for a list of scholarships offered at UNC-Charlotte.
Application Deadlines: Varies-See website for details.
The University of Chapel Hill Scholarships
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View http://admissions.unc.edu/afford/scholarships/scholarship-opportunities-for-carolina-students/ for a
list of scholarships offered at UNC-Charlotte.
Application Deadlines: Varies-See website for details.
N.C. State University Scholarships
View https://financialaid.ncsu.edu/types-of-aid/scholarships/high-school-students/ for a list of
scholarships offered to high school students.
Application Deadlines: Varies-See website for details.
Elizabeth City State University Scholarships
Incoming students must have a 2.5 high school GPA, 1200 SAT1 score or 17 on the ACT; apply for
financial aid and admissions by March 15th to be eligible for a Foundation Scholarship. Students are
ranked based on their SAT/ACT scores and GPA and are awarded until funds are no longer available.
Most foundation scholarships carry a four year commitment as long as the student maintains a 2.5 GPA
and reapplies by March 15th of each year. View http://www.ecsu.edu/current-students/studentaffairs/student-life/multicultural-affairs-council/foundation-scholarships.html for scholarships listings.
Application Deadlines: Varies-See website for details.
Shaw University Scholarships
Visit http://www.shawu.edu/Honors_College/scholarships.htm for scholarships listings at Shaw
University.
Application Deadlines: Varies-See website for details.
Saint Augustine’s College Scholarships
Visit https://www.st-aug.edu/scholarships.html for scholarship listings at Shaw University.
Application Deadlines: Varies-See website for details.
Meredith College Scholarships
Visit http://www.meredith.edu/financial_assistance/prospective_students/scholarships for scholarship
listings at Meredith College.
Application Deadlines: Varies-See website for details.
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COLLEGE FOUNDATION OF NORTH CAROLINA SITE SCHOLARSHIPS
www.cfnc.org
List Of All Programs:
Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf
American Council of the Blind
American Foundation for the Blind
Assistance League of the Triangle Scholarship Program
Aubrey Lee Brooks Scholarships
Better Business Bureau in Greensboro, NC
Business and Professional Women of Raleigh
Caremark Eric Delson Memorial Scholarship
Carol Bond Fund Scholarship for Middle and High School Environmental Educators
Carolinas Food Industry Council Scholarship (CFIC)
Charlotte W. Newcombe Doctoral Dissertation Fellowships
Crumley Roberts Founder's Scholarship
Crumley Roberts Next Step Scholarship
Diamante Education Scholarship
Dottie Martin Teachers Scholarship
Duke Energy Power Careers Program in the Carolinas
Epsilon Sigma Alpha
Fallen Linemen Foundation Scholarship Program
Federal Pell Grant Program
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant Program (FSEOG)
Forgivable Education Loans for Service
Foundation for Science and Disability, Inc.
Golden LEAF Scholars Programs
GSK Opportunity Scholarships
Jagannathan Scholarships
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Michael A. DeMayo Scholarship
National Federation of the Blind (NFB)
National Hemophilia Foundation - Kevin Child Scholarship
Neyhart Scholarship
North Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants (NCACPA)
North Carolina Bar Association Foundation Scholarship (NCBA)
North Carolina Education and Training Voucher Program
North Carolina Education Lottery Scholarship (ELS)
North Carolina Hispanic College Fund Scholarship
North Carolina Hospitality Education Foundation Scholarship
North Carolina Need Based Scholarship
North Carolina Principal Fellows Program (PFP)
North Carolina Retail Merchants Scholarship (NCRMA)
North Carolina Vietnam Veterans, Inc. Scholarship Program (NCVVI)
North Carolina 4-H Development Fund Scholarships
NC Community College Grant Program
NC Reach
NC Safewater Endowment Fund Scholarships
NC Sheriffs Association Undergraduate Criminal Justice Scholarships
NCASFAA Middle School Enrichment Scholarship
Penn Family Scholarship
Programa de Becas Por Una Vida Mejor (Scholarship Program for Better Living)
Raftelis Financial Consultants Environmental Finance and Management Fund Scholarship
Rehabilitation Assistance for the Blind and Visually Impaired
Reserve Officers' Training Corps Scholarships (ROTC)
Shaver-Hitchings Scholarship
State Employees Association of North Carolina (SEANC) Scholarships (Merit-Based)
State Employees Association of North Carolina (SEANC) Scholarships (Need-Based)
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State Employees' Credit Union Foundation "People Helping People" Scholarship - Community College
Program
State Employees' Credit Union Foundation "People Helping People" Scholarship - Public University
Program
Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) Grant Program
The University of North Carolina Need Based Grant
Winston-Salem Foundation
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National Scholarships
The Jackie Robinson Foundation’s Scholarship Program
This program awards scholarships of up to $7,500 annually to minority high school students. Scholarships
are meant for four-year college students who can demonstrate financial need and leadership potential.
For more application and details visit the following website: http://www.jackierobinson.org/wpcontent/themes/jrfwebtwo/pdf/2015-JRF-Scholarship-Application-Tips-Final-9-17-15.pdf
Application Deadline: February 15, 2016
The Gates Millennium Scholars
The Gates Millennium Scholars (GMS), funded by a grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, was
established in 1999 to provide African American, American Indian/Alaska Natives, Asian Pacific Islander
Americans, and Hispanic American students with an opportunity to complete an undergraduate college
education in all discipline areas, and a graduate education for those students pursuing studies in
mathematics, science, engineering, education, or library science. Requirements for scholarship
consideration are the following: must be a citizen, national or legal permanent resident of the United
States, have attained a cumulative high school GPA of 3.3 on an unweighted 4.0 scale or have earned a
GED. For more information visit the following website: http://www.gmsp.org/publicweb/scholarships.aspx
Application Deadline: January 13, 2016
Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Scholarship
Scholarships are for those applicants who live in the U.S., where there are participating local chapters.
The applicant must be a high school senior and under 21 years of age. The scholarships are available for
either four-year or two-year colleges. For more information contact: International Scholarship and Tuition
Services, Inc. (ISTS) via email @ RMHC@applyists.com (Subject line: RMHC) or call toll free 1-855-6704787.
Application Deadline: January 20, 2016
Walmart Scholarships
Get a Sam Walton scholarship through the Sam Walton Community Scholarship program or other
Walmart scholarship foundations. There are a variety of scholarships offered for high school seniors,
those going back to school, and employees of Walmart and Sam's Club and their children. For more
information visit the following website: http://www.college-financial-aid-advice.com/sam-waltonscholarship.html
Application deadline: varies each year (online application should open early January).
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The Dell Scholars Program
The Dell Scholarship Program is offered to high school students participating in an approved AVID
program. The funding for each Dell Scholar is $20,000. The value of the 250 scholarships available
equals $5 million. MSDF funds a significant percentage of college expenses which allows students to
focus on their studies and successfully complete a bachelor’s program. Eligibility requirements:
Graduating from an accredited high school this academic year, earning a minimum of a 2.4 GPA,
demonstrate need for financial assistance, participating in an MSDF approved college readiness program
for a minimum of two years, planning to enter a bachelor’s degree program at an accredited higher
education institution in the fall directly after graduation from high school, and be a U.S. citizenship or
permanent resident. For more information and to complete an application, visit the following website:
http://www.dellscholars.org/scholarship/how-to-apply/
Application Deadline: January 15, 2016
Suntrust Scholarship Sweepstakes
SunTrust is pleased to offer the Off To college Scholarship Sweepstakes where students can enter for a
chance win a $500 scholarship for education expenses at a 2 or 4 year public or private college/university
located in the U.S.A. A total of 30 individual $500 scholarships will be awarded for education expenses.
Two winners will be randomly chosen every two weeks throughout the sweepstakes period. Participants
can be a high school senior planning to go to college in the fall of 2016 or a current college student
continuing undergraduate studies in the fall of 2016. For more details and/or to enter the sweepstakes,
visit the following website: https://www.suntrusteducation.com/Scholarshipsweepstakes/index.html
Sweepstakes Entry Deadline: May 13, 2016
The GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship
The GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship rewards college bound students who demonstrate exemplary
leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship with financial assistance to pursue higher education. Each
year, the program selects numerous recipients to receive a 10,000 scholarship renewable for up to an
additional three years-up to $40,000 total per recipient. Awards are for undergraduate and graduate
study and high school students with a minimum 3.0 GPA. This scholarship may be used for education
related expenses, including tuition, fees, books, supplies, room and board. In addition, scholars are
invited to participate in a special awards program. For more information and/or to apply, visit the following
website: http://www.reaganfoundation.org/GE-RFScholarships.aspx
Application Deadline: January 7, 2016
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No Essay Scholarship
The $2,000 “No Essay” Scholarship is open to all students and those planning on enrolling
within 12 months. The monthly winner will be determined by random drawing and then
contacted directly and announced in Niche's e-newsletter and on the Scholarship Winners page.
One entry per person, but you can come back each month to try again. For more information
and/or to enter the drawing, visit the following website:
https://colleges.niche.com/scholarship/apply.aspx
Application Deadlines: Entries are accepted on a monthly basis and are extended to the 30th
of each month.
T The American Legion High School Oratorical Scholarship Program
This is a constitutional speech contest designed to develop a deeper knowledge and
appreciation of the Constitution of the U.S.A. A contestant must give a 3-5 minutes prepared
oration on an assigned topic related to the Constitution of the U.S.A. with an emphasis on the
duties and obligations of a citizen to our government. Scholarship awards are presented to 3
finalist in the national contest as follows: 1st place-$18,000; 2nd place-$16,000; 3rd place-14,000.
Each state winner who qualifies and proceeds to the first round of the nationals will receive a
$1,500 scholarship. Individuals interested in learning more about this contest should contact
their nearby American Legion post or their state headquarters office @ 4 North Blount Street,
P. O. Box 26657, Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-6657, Phone 919-832-7506.
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Scholarship Search Websites
www.scholarshipplus.com/charmeck/
www.militaryscholar.org
www.fastweb.com
www.collegenet.com
www.galaxymall.com/scholarships
www.scholarships.com
www.collegescholarships.com
www.freschinfo.com
www.collegefunds.net
www.cappex.com
www.collegeanswers.com
www.cfnc.org
www.brokescholars.com
www.scholarshiphelp.org
www.supercollege.com
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www.brokescholar.com
www.cappex.com
www.fastweb.com
www.collegeanswers.com
www.collegeboard.com
www.meritaid.com
www.adventuresineducation.org
www.Scholarships4Students.com
http://milliondollarscholar.com/
www.dosomething.org
http://www.thencshp.org
www.scholarshipdetective.com
http://www.zinch.com/scholarships
www.nextstudent.com
www.StudentScholarships.org www.scholarshipexperts.com
www.supercollege.com
www.lawanc.org
http://www.maldef.org/assets/pdf/1415_MALDEF_Scholarship.pdf
www.latinocollegedollars.org
www.scholarshipsforhispanics.com
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If you have any questions about scholarships, or the
college application process, please contact
Mrs. Donaldson or
Ms. Patton
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