Scholarship Information

 

UNC CHARLOTTE:

  • UNC Charlotte: Levine Scholarship:  You may self nominate or ask a counselor to nominate you.   The Levine Scholars Program takes the brightest, most capable students and gives them the tools, resources and environment they need to explore the world around them, engage deeply in their communities and excel across discipline. The four-year scholarship includes full tuition, room, board, a grant to implement a service project of the Scholar’s own design, and four summers of experiences that will develop leadership skills, social awareness and an international perspective. The total value of this four-year package is estimated at $105,000 for in-state students and $155,000 for out-of-state students. Deadline: Due October 8. 

UNC Central & NC A&T:

  • UNC Central and NC A&T - Cheatham-White Scholarship: You may self-nominate or Ask a counselor to nominate you.The Cheatham-White Scholarship is a merit-based scholarship program for students attending North Carolina Central University and N. C. Agricultural and Technical State University beginning Fall 2018. This program was designed to provide an outstanding educational experience for exceptional scholars who have a wide range of interests, are proficient in both the arts and sciences, and demonstrate leadership potential and a strong commitment to service.  Cheatham-White is a fully funded four-year scholarship. The scholarship covers full tuition and fees, housing, meals, textbooks, a laptop, travel, and personal expenses. Each scholarship also provides four summers of fully funded enrichment and networking opportunities that may include international travel and study. Deadline for Nomination:  November 1, 2022

NC STATE UNIVERSITY:

  •  NCSU Park Scholarship: The Park Scholarship program provides a four-year scholarship to NC State University awarded on the basis of outstanding accomplishments and potential in scholarship, leadership, service, and character.
    • New for 2022-2023 - Students CAN self-nominate. 
    • To apply go HERE.
    • Deadline: November 1, 2022

DAVIDSON COLLEGE:

  • John M. Belk Scholarship - See your school counselor
  • Recognizes powerful students with demonstrated academic excellence, integrity, intellectual curiosity, willingness to take risks, and potential to be change agents in both their local and global communities.
  • Covers comprehensive cost (tuition, fees, room, and board) for four years, plus two special opportunity stipends ($3,000 each).
  • Review the Belk Scholarship brochure.
  • Pick up packet from Mrs. Beverly Jones 
  • Application for scholarship due to school Counselor by Nov 1, 2022.  

 

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LOCAL Scholarship Opportunities - Contact Mrs. Roberson @ [email protected] for more information

2022-2023

  • Austin Sherron Foundation Scholarship: This scholarship is for a graduating senior from one of the 3 high schools in Carteret County. The student is required to have played a minimum of two semesters of participation in any sport offered at your school. There is a minimum of one recommendation letter from a coach or teacher. A minimum 300 word essay is required relaying adversity or a hard coming that you currently are facing or will continue to face in your lifetime. The Foundation is looking for a student that embodies the spirit and attitude Austin had towards life. Someone, despite life, will never give up. Deadline TBD. Click the link for this scholarship to learn more and get access to the application or Mrs. Roberson has copies.  You can turn these into Mrs. Roberson - the sooner the better.  
  • Kim Johnson Memorial Scholarship 2023: A $1,000 scholarship awarded to a high school student whose parent / guardian is an active REALTOR or Business Partner member with the Carteret County Association of Realtors and who is graduating and is a resident of Carteret County. Deadline April 21, 2023.
  • Carteret County Association of Realtors Scholarship 2023: (1) Scholarship in the amount of $1,000 will be awarded to (1) student from Croatan High School, East Carteret High School, and West Carteret High School (total of $3,000). Click the link to apply. Deadline April 21, 2023.
  • Holland Shepard Group/Taylor Brothers Entrepreneur Spirit Scholarship: The Holland Shepard Group Real Estate Team in partnership with Taylor Brothers have established a $1,000 Entrepreneur Spirit Scholarship to encourage and support graduating seniors from East Carteret High School who are continuing their education in a field or trade related to the Real Estate and Mortgage industries. Examples of such fields or trades include: Real Estate License, Mortgage Broker, Attorney, Marketing, Home Inspector, Appraiser, Surveyor, Plumber, Electrician, Heating & Air Contractor, Appliance Repair, Insurance, Construction (Planning, Inspections, Development, Framing, Roofing, Septic systems, Engineering, Well). Mrs. Roberson has the application.  Deadline May 1, 2023.
  • CCPS Joe McCreary Memorial Scholarship Fund:  In honor of our beloved teacher, Joe McCreary, who passed away last year, and it is sponsored by his wife, also one of our amazing educators, Beth McCreary, and their children.  A $2,000 scholarship available for seniors interested in pursuing Music Education as a degree. Please click the link to apply. Deadline April 21, 2023.
  • Alice Pake Noe Memorial Scholarship - Alice Noe was born and raised in Beaufort, NC and dedicated her life to children and raising her five boys. She had a deep love for children and she worked in the nursery at several churches here in Beaufort and she provided childcare in her home for many children over the course of her life. She wanted to see children and young people succeed and she would do all she could do to help them. This scholarship goes to a student that shares her passion and is pursuing a 2 year or 4 year degree in Childcare Development or Teacher Education. The amount of this scholarship is $3,500. Mrs. Roberson has the paper copy or click the link for the application. Deadline April 24, 2023.
  • Women of the Moose, Newport Chapter No. 2060 - Two $500 scholarships will be offered to students in the class of 2023. This is for any graduating senior pursuing an undergraduate degree in the education, medical, pharmaceutical, veterinarian, or dental field. Requirements: Applicants should submit a letter of vocational intent, a resume, a school transcript, a copy of your college/university acceptance letter, and (3) recommendation letters. All application packages need to be mailed to Newport WOTM, Chapter 2060, PO Box 282, Newport, NC 28570. (Mrs. Roberson will help get it mailed if you submit the entire package to her before the deadline). Deadline April 30, 2023
  • ECHS FFA Alumni Scholarship: This is a $250 scholarship to honor an outstanding Agriculture teacher, Mr. Tom Sawyer. This scholarship goes to a deserving FFA member who plans to further their education in an agriculture related field. Please come see Mrs. Roberson or use this link to apply.  Mrs. Roberson will collect all completed applications. Deadline: April 3, 2023.
  • ECHS Alumni Memorial Scholarship: This scholarship was created by donations from faculty and staff.  Donations are also made to the school from past classes in memory of a lost East Carteret class member. Scholarship amount will be determined once we finalize funds from this year. The purpose of this scholarship is to assist with any expenses related to their post secondary educational expenses.  Please come see Mrs. Roberson for the application or use this link to complete. Mrs. Roberson will collect the completed applications. Deadline: April 3, 2023.
  • Taylor Healthcare Scholarship: A scholarship in the amount of $500-$1,500 for any student that has been accepted at a 2 year or 4 year college with a major in a health related field. Students must have an overall minimum weighted GPA of 2.8. Students should be committed to returning to Carteret County to practice in the healthcare field. Please come see Mrs. Roberson for the application or use this link to complete. Mrs. Roberson will collect the completed applications. Deadline: April 3, 2023.
  • The Buddy McKeel Scholarship for Children of First Responders:  Our goal is to provide scholarships to deserving seniors who are also children of Carteret County first responders. An excellent candidate would be a student that not only excels academically but someone that gives back to the community by volunteering and / or participating in extra-curricular activities. The scholarship can be used at a four year university or college, trade school, or community college.  Deadline: April 15, 2023.
  • ECHS Athletic Booster Club - Awarding two female and two male senior student athletes.  Each scholarship is worth $500. Applications will be picked up from Mrs. Roberson. Deadline April 26, 2023.
  • Colonel Jerry Marvel Scholarship: The Military Order of the Purple Heart, Down East Chaper 639, is offering one scholarship for one graduating senior in the amount of $1,000. Scholarships are payalbe to accredited vocational schools, community college, and four year colleges and universities. Eligibility: Graduating senior from Carteret, Craven, and Pamlico county, accepted to an accredited institution, a child/grandchild of a member of the Military Order of the Purple Heart, a child / grandchild of a veteran awarded the Purple Heart, a child/grandchild of any war veteran, a child/grandchild of any member of the active duty military, or any member of a schools JROTC program. Mrs. Roberson has the application. Deadline April 30, 2023.
  • Down East Girls Softball League Legends Scholarship: The Down East Girls Softball Leaue Legends Scholarship is a $1,000, non-renewing, scholarship awarded to any graduating East Carteret High School Senior. Eligibility: Played at least (3) years of softball with the Down East Girls Softball League, has and is currently playing on the East Carteret High School softball team, exhibited a strong academic performance throughout their years of high school, is planning to continue their education after graduation. You can download the application at the link above or Mrs. Roberson has a copy of the application. Deadline April 15, 2023.
  • The William E. Smith, Jr. Memorial Scholarship: This is a $1,000 scholarship to be used for educational purposes at a 4-year college or university or community college in North Carolina. Eligibility: Graduating senior from ECHS and lives in Beaufort or East of Beaufort.  Mrs. Roberson has the application. A completed package will include the application, a resume of academics, activities, athletics, employment, memberships, and organizations, an essay and one letter of reference from a teacher, school counselor, principal, or person in the community. Deadline Monday April 24, 2023.
  • The Coastal Environmental Partnership Environmental Scholarship Program:  This is a $1,000 scholarship to one high school senior in each of our three partnership counties (Carteret, Craven, and Pamlico). Scholarship applicants must be in pursuit of a degree in an environmental field. Mrs. Roberson has the application. Deadline March 3, 2023.
  • Carteret County NAACP Scholarship: This is a $500 scholarship awarded to deserving students from any of the (3) high schools in Carteret County. Student must be a senior at ECHS, WCHS or CHS. Student must provide a brief statement highlighting their educational objectives, challenges you have faced in meeting those objectives, how you responded to those challenges, and how this scholarship will help you achieve your goals. Student must be active in community, church, or other civic organizations. Student must be accepted into an accredited university or community college and provide a letter of acceptance or verification of enrollment.  Student must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 with a transcript attached to application.  Student must provide 3 letters of recommendation with application packet.  Mrs. Roberson has the application. Deadline April 15, 2023.
  • The Claire Martin Combs Memorial Scholarship: This is a $1,000 scholarship for an African American Female that is a current high school senior. The applicant must have overcome some circumstance that ordinalriy would be a deterrent to pursuing a college education as documented in their essay. The applicant must be active in the community, church, or other civic organizations. Student must be accepted or enrolled in an accredited university or community college and provide a letter of acceptance or verification of enrollment.  Student must have a minimum GPA of 2.0. Application is online. Deadline April 15, 2023.
  • 2023 LeeAnn Tuttle-Thomas Memorial CTE Scholarship: The North Carolina CTE Foundation is honored to sponsor the LeeAnn Tuttle-Thomas Memorial CTE Foundation Scholarship. One $1,500 scholarship will be awarded annually to one qualifying high school senior who is pursuing futher education (certificate, diploma, or degree) at an accredited college (including community college) or university.  Eligibility: Be a CTE Concentrator, be a full-time student, 3.0 unweighted GPA, be accepted into an accredited college or university. Mrs. Roberson has the application. Deadline March 17, 2023.
  • 2023 John Kirkman Honorary CTE Scholarship: The North Carolina CTE Foundation is honored to sponsor the John Kirkman Honorary CTE Foundation Scholarship.  One $1,500 scholarship will be awarded annually to one qualifying high school senior who is pursuing further education (certificate, diploma, or degree) at an accredited college (including community college) or university. One $100 scholarship will be awarded annually in each of the eight CTE Educational Regions to one qualifying high school school who is pursuing further education (certificate, diploma, or degree) at an accredited college (including community college) or university. Eligibility: Must be a CTE Concentrator, be a full-time student, 3.0 unweighted GPA, be accepted into an accredited college or university. Mrs. Roberson has the application. Deadline March 17, 2023.
  • Russell Lewis Memorial Scholarship Fund: The goal of the Russell Lewis Memorial Scholarship is to provide a $1,000 yearly ($4,000 total) scholarship to a worthy applicant who is a current student at East Carteret or West Carteret and is accepted and will attend UNC-Chapel Hill as a freshman the following year. Mrs. Roberson has the applications. Deadline April 3, 2023.
  • The Arts Council of Carteret County (ACCC): The Arts Council of Carteret County is offering 5 scholarship opportunities for up to $1,000 per student to provide tuition assistance for students pursuing degrees in the arts at the college level (two- or four- year courses of study) at the NC School of the Arts. Mrs. Roberson has the paper copy application or you can click the link. Deadline March 15, 2023.
  • Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated Iota Sigma Zeta Chapter:  Iota Sigma Zeta Chapter Academic SCholarship and Book Award are available to students residing in Carteret, Craven, Jones, and Pamlico counties who are graduating high school seniors. Applicants must be high school seniors pending acceptance or have been accepted at a two-year college or four-year university. Finalists for the awards will be contacted for an interview with the Scholarship Committee. A completed application will be an official high school transcript, a one page essay, and two letters of recommendation. Mrs. Roberson as the paper application. Deadline March 15, 2023.
  • Evanglene Reels Memorial Scholarship: This scholarship is open to a high school senior from Carteret County or Craven County with a GPA of 2.5 or higher.  The applicant must plan to obtain a Bachelors Degree from an HBCU (Historically Black College/University). The completed application package will include the application, a photograph of the applicant, an official transcript from school, two sealed letters of recommendation from your school, church, or employer (not a family member), and a typed essay with topic listed in the application.  Mrs. Roberson has a copy of the application.  Deadline March 31, 2023.
  • Beaufort Ole Towne Rotary Scholarship: The Rotarians would like to provide a $2,000 scholarship to 10-15 students. Come see Mrs. Roberson for the application. All completed documents need to be submitted to the address on the cover page of the application. Deadline: March 31, 2023.
  • The Pat and Bryan Motes Scholarship Fund: This scholarship was formed in memory of Pat Motes and facilitated by Bryan Motes. The scholarship is intended to identify excellent scholarship candidates within Carteret County Public Schools based solely on the merits of their activities, paid employment, and completion of college courses during their high school career. Deadline March 31, 2023.
  • Bob R. McGuire Memorial Scholarship - The North Carolina Child Support Council Scholarship presents a $1,000 scholarship for 2023 graduates of high school that plan on attending college, university, or vocational school training. Eligibility: At least one parent must be a member of the NC Child Support Council or a client of the Child Support Program (through either Child Support services or Clerk of Court Services). Applicant must be a resident of NC and a graduating high school senior. Applicant must have maintained an overall C average or above during his/her high school career. Mrs. Roberson has the paper applications. Deadline: March 24, 2023.
  • V.J. "Puck" & Pearl O'Neal Scholarship Fund - This scholarship is eligible to permanent, full-time, residents of Carteret County who were born in Carteret County and graduated from a Carteret County high school or received a high school equivalency certificate; who is purusing a degree at an institution of higher learning. Considerations in the selection of the recipient will be academic achievement, community ivolvement, leadership, and moral character. Special consideration may be given to applicants planning to pursue a major in Marine Science or Theology with purpose of entering seminary to be ordained as a clergy. Applicants must submit a copy of their birth certificate to verify birth in Carteret County. Deadline March 24, 2023.
  • 2023 Big Rock Teaching Fellows Scholarship - The Carteret County Education Foundation is pleased to offer, through the generosity of the Big Rock Foundation, the 2023 Big Rock Teaching Fellows Scholarship. The Foundation will consider awarding one scholarship to one student graduating from EACH high school operated by the Carteret County Public School System.  The purpose of the Program is to recruit, prepare, and support graduating high school seniors to attend college or university for preparation as a highly effective teacher in the Carteret County Public School System. If more than (3) students apply from one high school, the school scholarship committee will meet and choose the top (3) candidates from the school to move forward. Complete applications are due to Mrs. Roberson by Monday, March 17, 2023. 
    •  Student Application -Complete fillable application form, print, and sign.
    • Recommendation Letter - Required from ONE school counselor, teacher, OR administrator.
    • Obtain an official copy of your transcript and submit with the application package.

  • David A. Wheatly Scholarship: One scholarship in the amount of $1,000 to an ECHS senior that plans on pursuing vocational certifications and entering the workforce in Carteret County. Please see Mrs. Roberson for details on applying. Deadline April 4, 2023. 
  • Geraldine Mayo Beveridge Scholarship - A graduating senior from Carteret County schools with a minimum 2.5 GPA who serves as a positive role model for other students, has applied for admission to an accredited two- or four- year college or university as a full-time student, and plans to pursue a degree in education to become a certified teacher of vocational education in fields such as business, agriculture, industrial arts, family & consumer education or health occupation education. Deadline April 1, 2023.
  • Carteret County Retired School Personnel Scholarship Endowment - Graduating senior from Carteret County public high school with a minimum 2.5 GPA who serves as a positive role model for other students, has applied for admission to an accredited two- or four- year college or university as a full-time student, and plans to pursue a degree in education. Deadline April 1, 2023.
  • Carteret County Democratic Women - This is a $500 scholarship that will be awarded to a deserving graduating senior from one of the Carteret County Public High Schools. Mrs. Roberson has the paper application.  Eligibility:  Minimum 2.5 GPA, must be accepted to an accredited university or community college (Seniors must provide a letter of acceptance or a verification of enrollment before the scholarship is awarded), must have (3) letters of reference (2 school & 1 community), must provide a brief essay highlighting why women should fully and equally participate in all facets of society, and must be active in the community, church, or other civic organizations. Deadline April 15, 2023.

  • The Professor Ernst I Schurer Citizens for Diversity in Education: In honor of Ernst I. Schurer, a Carteret County resident, world traveler, educator, and champion of fairness and equity, Citizens for Diversity in Education is offering a $1,000 scholarship to a graduating senior of color from a Carteret County High School who will attend a two or four year college or university in the fall of 2023. The purpose of this scholarship is to “Grow Our Own” crop of college educated citizens of color who can contribute to our community, especially but not limited to our schools. Applicants will be ranked according to academic strength, financial need, and engagement in school and community. Additional points will be awarded to students who intend to pursue a career in teaching, further points will be awarded to students who intend to return to Carteret County to live and work. See Mrs. Roberson for the application packet. Deadline March 15, 2023.

  • Golden Leaf College & University Scholarship: The Golden LEAF Scholarship is designed to assist current North Carolina high school seniors and NC community college transfer students. Recipients must be from certain rural counties, plan to attend a participating NC college or university, demonstrate financial need, and express an intent to return to a rural NC community upon college graduation. The scholarship is funded by the Golden LEAF Foundation through a grant to the NC State Education Assistance Authority. Eligibility:

  • Be a North Carolina resident for tuition purposes and reside in a qualifying rural North Carolina County as identified by the Golden LEAF Foundation
    Applicants must complete residency determination at the North Carolina Residency Determination Service     Website
  • Be a graduating North Carolina high school senior or a currently enrolled North Carolina community college transfer student enrolling full-time (degree seeking) in the fall at a participating North Carolina public or private college/university
  • Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
  • Have a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Expected Family Contribution (EFC) that does not exceed the maximum permitted by Golden LEAF
  • Express an intent to return to a rural North Carolina community upon college graduation
  • Deadline March 1, 2023

 

  •  Gloucester Community Center Scholarships: Mrs. Roberson has the hard copy application for the following 4 scholarships given through the Gloucester Community Center. Deadline for all of the following (4) scholarships is Monday April 3, 2023.

 

  • Erma & Wermund Hansen Scholarship – A $1,000 scholarship based on financial need, citizenship, and strength of character. The award will be used for funding attendance at a University, Community College, Technical or Trade School or to obtain a Technical Certification (ie. Plumbing, Welding, HVAC, etc). Eligibility: Graduating Senior from ECHS whose residence is in one of the communities east of the North River Bridge. Student must demonstrate good citizenship and strong character. The student must have a 2.5 or above GPA. A hard copy of their transcript is required with the application.
  • Woodrow & Mary Dudley Price Scholarship – A $1,000 scholarship for a senior graduating from ECHS. Considerations include scholastic achievement, individual financial need, and participation in outside activities including community service and character strengths that distinguish the student from his/her peers. Student must have been accepted by an accredited college or university and a hard copy of their transcript will need to be submitted with the application.
  • Teaching Appreciation Scholarship – A $1,000 scholarship for a senior graduating from ECHS. Selection considerations include the intention to pursue teaching as a career, scholastic achievement, individual financial need, participation in outside activities including community service and character strengths that distinguish the student from his/her peers. Student must have been accepted by an accredited college, university, or community college in pursuit of a degree in education. A hard copy of their transcript will need to be submitted with the application.
  • The Hansen Technical & Trade Scholarship – A $1,000 scholarship based on financial need, citizenship and strength of character. This award will be used for funding attendance at a Community College, Technical or Trade School or to obtain a Technical Certification (ie. Plumbing, HVAC, Welding, Med Tech, etc). Student must demonstrate good citizenship and strong character. Student must maintain at or above a 2.5 GPA and a hard copy of their transcript must be submitted with the application.
  • Marine Federal Credit Union Scholarship: A $1,000 scholarship available to 10 seniors graduating in 2023. Eligibility: Must be a graduating senior, applicant or parent must be a member of the Marine Federal Credit Union, must have an ACT or SAT score and a minimum GPA of 3.0. Apply online. Deadline April 10, 2023.
  • NC Association of School Resource Officers Scholarship: A one-time non-renewable $500 college scholarship grant. The grant will be deposited into the selected student's financial aid account at the college or university of their choice.  Eligible students must be high school seniors on track to graduate, a resident of North Carolina, have a minimum unweighted GPA of 2.5 and who are entering an accredited two or four-year college or university.  Strong consideration will be given to financial need, but scholastic standing will also be very important along with participation in extracurricular activities, personal reputation, and moral integrity within the standards of NCASRO.  Mrs. Roberson has the application packet (which includes an SRO Recommendation). Deadline March 31, 2023.
  • NC Community Foundation Scholarships – Please review these scholarships that are SPECIFIC to just Carteret County!!!  All applications will be handled online and each scholarship has a different deadline for completion.
  • NAACP Charles McDonald Scholarship – This is a $500 scholarship for a deserving East Carteret student.  Mr. McDonald was a life member of NAACP and a public servant through his work with law enforcement and local government in Beaufort. Money was donated to our local NAACP to honor Mr. McDonald after his death this past year. Please come see Mrs. Roberson for the application. Eligibility: Must be an African American senior at ECHS. Must express an interest in law enforcement, government, or other public service career. Minimum GPA of a 2.5. Deadline April 15, 2023.

  •  The Eunice Riggins Memorial Scholarshipis open to any young woman who is currently graduating from an accredited public high school in North Carolina that follows the NC Standard Course of Study and who expects to enroll in a four-year college or university in North Carolina next fall. Specific eligibility requirements are: Academic rank in top 10% of class, Minimum SAT score of 1220 or ACT composite score of 25, good character and participation in extracurricular activities (school and community). Financial need is not the primary consideration.

    The Mary Rose Mills-Linda Rankin Memorial Scholarship is open to any student who is currently graduating from an accredited public high school in North Carolina that follows the NC Standard Course of Study and who expects to enroll in a four-year college or university next fall. Specific eligibility requirements are: Academic rank in top 10% of class, Minimum SAT score of 1290 or ACT composite score of 27, good character and participation in extracurricular activities (school and community). Financial need is not the primary consideration.

    The Clare Johnson Marley-Mary Earle Berger Fine Arts Scholarship is open to any student who is currently graduating from an accredited public high school in North Carolina that follows the NC Standard Course of Study and who expects to enroll in a four-year college or university next fall, and who is declaring his/her major in an area of the fine arts. Specific eligibility requirements are: Academic rank in top 20% of class, Minimum SAT score of 1220 or ACT composite score of 25, good character and participation in extracurricular activities (school and community). Financial need is not the primary consideration. (Samples of talent are required to be submitted with the application.)

     North Carolina Alpha Delta Kappa Student Achievement Scholarship: It is also for $2000 and is open to a male or female, on track to graduate this spring and planning to attend a 2-year or 4-year college or university.  Specific eligibility requirements are:  SAT score of 990 to 1130 or ACT composite score of 20 to 24; unweighted GPA of 2.5 to 3.5; good character, integrity, leadership potential and service to school, community and church.  Students should apply for this scholarship through the North Carolina Community Foundation at www.nccommunityfoundation.org. Deadline: March 1, 2023 for ALL.

  • Ellevation - Awarding a  total of ten $2,000 scholarships to deserving multilingual learners (MLLs) pursuing higher education. In addition, all scholarship recipients will have access to networking opportunities and mentoring for the 2023-2024 school year through the Ellevation community. Help us spread the word and share this opportunity with any eligible students!  Deadline March 2, 2023 @ 2pm. 

  • Foot Locker Scholar Athletes - The Foot Locker Scholar Athletes program honors student-athletes who demonstrate exceptional academic ability and strong leadership skills in sports, in their schools, and within their communities. Whether you are the lead scorer or the most spirited on the team player, we want to hear how you have taken the skills you have cultivated in the locker room and used them to create a powerful, positive impact on the lives of others around you.
    This should be opening soon, so register your email at this site to be notified when this application process opens.  
  • Emerald Isle Fishing Tournament Scholarship: The Executive Committee and sponsors of the Annual Emerald Isle Fishing Tournament invite applications for the 2023 Emerald Isle Tournament Scholarship.  Graduating seniors from Swansboro, Croatan, East, MaST and West Carteret high schools are eligible to apply. Applicants must have been accepted by an accredited 2 year Community College or Technical College or a 4 year College or University.  They must have an interest in some aspect of Marine or Coastal Science or Engineering, Environmental Science, or Policy and/or Sustainability.  Eligibility: Any graduating senior from these local high schools with an interest in Marine or an Environmentally related career, except children of members of the Tournament Organizing Committee.  The award is $3,000 to be paid directly to the recipient's college or university.  Deadline: March 31, 2023.

     

  • New Bern Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. - The New Bern Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is committed to acknowledging and rewarding academic excellence.  In our continued efforts, we are awarding academic scholarships to deserving African-American high school seniors in our area.  Six scholarships will be awarded to students from the following high schools: New Bern High/Craven Early College, West Craven High, Havelock High/ Craven Early College East, Jones Senior High, Pamlico County High, and a Carteret County High School. Deadline March 15, 2023.
  • Marine Option Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps (NROTC) College Scholarship:  This scholarship pays 100% of tuition costs (averaging
    about $180,000 per student), either in-state OR out-of-state, for four years
    while a student completes their bachelor's degree. After receiving eight
    semesters of tuition and a monthly stipend, students then commission as Second
    Lieutenants in the Marine Corps and begin a four-year term of Active Duty
    service. There is also a subset of Marine Corps NROTC
    Scholarships that are specifically for HBCUs. The second flyer addresses those
    special scholarships and lists all 17 HBCUs at which they can be used. 
    Eligibility Requirements:

    1. Students must be a United States Citizen
    2. Students must attend a school that has an NROTC unit on campus. In North
    Carolina, their options are UNC Chapel Hill, Duke, and NC State. However, they
    can also go to school out-of-state if they so choose. A full list of schools
    with NROTC units can be found at
    https://www.netc.navy.mil/Commands/Naval-Service-Training-Command/NROTC/Navy-ROTC-Schools/
    3. Students must score at least a 74 on the ASVAB, OR a 1000 on the SAT, OR a
    22 on the ACT
    4. Students must pass a Marine Corps Physical Fitness Test that consists of
    pull-ups, a plank hold, and a 3 mile run
    Deadline January 31, 2023.
  • Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship - The 2023 Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship is now open for graduating, minority high school seniors. JRF Scholars receive grants of up to $30,000 over four years. In addition, scholars receive extensive support services, including career guidance and internship placement. Deadline January 11, 2023.
  • Jack Kent Cooke Scholarship- Up to $55,000 PER YEAR to attend a four-year accredited undergraduate school.  Ability to pursue any area of study.  Eligibility Requirements: Senior standing and plans to graduate from a U.S. high school in spring 2023, Fall 2023 college enrollment, minimum, cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.5 or above and demonstrate an unmet financial need. Applicants with a family annual gross  income up to $95,000. Apply online in the Common App: Deadline November 17, 2022.
  • Carteret Health Care -Carteret Health is now offering two (2) scholarships. The F. Patrick Ausband Scholarship for Nursing and The Carteret Health Scholarship for Ancillary Services. Both can be found by clicking the link and both scholarships are OPEN NOW.  Links to apply can be found at the bottom fo the scholarship page. If you have any questions regarding these scholarships, please email [email protected]. Application Deadline: March 1, 2023.

  • DAR Good Citizens: The Otway Burns Chapter is pleased to sponsor the DAR Good Citizens scholarship to an outstanding young person in the senior class who demonstrates qualities of a good citizen. Come see Mrs. Roberson for the applicatioin and information needed to apply. Deadline: November 1, 2022. 
    • Good Citizens Essay Contest: This scholarship is between $100 - $400 depending on how many students enter the contest. This Otway Burns Chapter winner will advance to the North Carolina State competition.
  • National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR): The North Carolina Society DAR is please to offer the following scholarship.
    • NCSDAR Cordon Street Endowment Gift Scholarship: For students entering or enrolled in academically accredited technical schools, community colleges, colleges, or universities. 2 students will be awarded $1,500 each. Mrs. Roberson has the application if you are interested. Deadline: An application packet is to be submitted to the State Chair of the NCSDAR Scholarship Committee by the postmarked deadline of January 31, 2023.
  • 2023 CCEC Foundation College Scholarship: One student each from East Carteret, West Carteret, Croatan and Havelock high schools will be selected to receive a scholarship. The scholarship program is open to students whose primary residence is on Carteret-Craven Electric Cooperative’s lines. To qualify, the student must be a high school senior in the current graduating class and must be accepted at a 2-year community/technical college or 4-year college or university. Recipients are awarded up to $4,000 total; $500 each semester for eight semesters as long as the student maintains a 2.5 grade-point average (GPA).
  • ELIGIBILITY:
    1. The student’s primary residence must be on Carteret-Craven Electric Cooperative (CCEC) lines.
    2. The student must be a high school senior in the current graduating class and must be accepted or applyingat an accredited 2-year community/technical college or 4-year college or university.
    3. The applicant cannot be a close relative of a CCEC employee or director. Close relative is defined as a
    person who is related by consanguinity or affinity, to the third degree or less. That includes a person who isa spouse, child, grandchild, great-grandchild, parent, grandparent, great-grandparent, brother, sister, aunt,uncle, nephew, niece, great-aunt, great-uncle, great-nephew or great-niece by blood or adoption; an in-law;or half or step relative of the employee or director. The completed application must be received by the cooperative later than 5 p.m. on March 1, 2023.
  • 2023 CCEC Foundation Community College Scholarship: The Carteret-Craven Electric Foundation Community College Scholarship is available forstudents who live on the Carteret-Craven Electric Cooperative’s lines and are attending or planning to attend community college.  To be eligible, the applicant must live at a residence that is served by Carteret-Craven Electric Cooperative.
    • The applicant cannot be a close relative of a Carteret-Craven Electric Cooperative
    employee or director - close relative being a spouse, child, grandchild, great-grand
    child, brother, sister, aunt, uncle, niece or nephew, by blood, by adoption, or in-law of
    the employee or director. The completed packet must be received by CCEC no later than 5 p.m. on April 28, 2023.
  • Roger Boston Scholarship -  $1,850 - Students are eligible to apply if they are attending or planning to attend a community college and are majoring in astronomy or computer science. To apply, write about your academic goals and how this scholarship will bring you one step closer to achieving them. Go online to this link to apply.  Due September 30, 2022
  • Heisman High School Scholarship - The Heisman Memorial Trophy is renowned for symbolizing the pursuit of excellence with integrity. This scholarship is for remarkable young leaders that set the example and make a game-changing difference every day, paving the way for greatness for everyone around them. Eligibility begins with maintaining a weighted GPA of 3.0 (B average) or better. Applicants also need to be proven leaders and role models within their school and community. And applicants must participate or have participated in grades 9, 10, or 11 in at least one of the sports recognized by the International Olympic Committee in the Summer and Winter Olympic Games, the Paralympic Games or the National Federation of State High School Associations. All directions to apply are located on the website. Your application must be completed and submitted by October 18, 2022 at 6pm Eastern Standard Time.

 

2021-2022

  • Chuck Lewis Athletic Scholarship - This scholarship is due to Mrs. Roberson by April 29, 2022. In order to be eligible for this scholarship, you are required to have: a 2.5 GPA, 85% attendance rate in class, (2) reference letters and one MUST come from a teacher, participate in (2) sports at ECHS, and you must write a letter indicating the importance of sports and education.  Please make sure everything in your packet is turned in at one time.  
  • Please click this LINK to see a Student Scholarships Page for NC Students. You will find a list of 15 scholarship programs available to NC students.  
  • East Carteret High School Athletic Booster Club Scholarship: The ECHS Booster Club, Inc will be awarding scholarships to two female and two male senior student athletes. Each scholarship will be worth $500. The purpose of this scholarship is to recognize athletic achievement, promote good sportsmanship, and encourage academic achievement.To be eligible, a graduating senior of ECHS must have participated and completed inter-school athletics for at least two full years to be eligible. The graduating senior must have participated in one sport during their senior year. Student must have at least a 2.3 unweighted GPA.The applicant shall have also been accepted to a recognized institution of higher learning. Deadline: Tuesday April 26, 2022 at 3pm.
  • Jarrod T. Styron Memorial Scholarship: To be determined based on the investment income from the Jarrod T. Styron Scholarship Fund as administered by the United Methodist Foundation, Inc. (2022-2023 award anticipated being $1,500.00). ELIGIBILITY: Recipient must be a graduate (or graduating in June 2022) from East Carteret High School. Recipient must be in the top 10% of his or her graduating class and must have been accepted by a four-year college or university. Recipient must be involved in extracurricular activities at school, i.e., drama, sports, band. Recipient must also be involved in civic and church activities. Please see Mrs. Roberson for the application. Deadline: Monday April 25, 2022.
  • The John Kirkman Honorary CTE Scholarship & The LeeAnn Tuttle-Thomas Memorial CTE Scholarship -The NC CTE Foundation is offering (2) scholarships for deserving CTE students in North Carolina. In order to be eligible for this scholarship, the student must be a CTE Concentrator, be a full-time student, have a minimum of a 3.0 unweighted GPA, and be accepted into an accredited college or university. Names will be submitted to the local public school unit by April 1, 2022. If chosen, the student will be asked to complete the online application to be sent to the state level. Local Deadline (To Mrs.Roberson): March 30, 2022 / State Deadline April 15, 2022.
  • TransImpact College Scholarship – The charitable arm of TransImpact, LLC, is excited to announce its decision to award 14 Scholarships to local 2022 high school graduating classes! Eligible senior applicants may be offered one of the following tiers of payouts: 2 awards of $3,000 each; 2 awards of $2,000 each; or 10 awards of $1,000. That is a total of $20,000, being paid out to 14 deserving students! Selection will be made by the IMPACT1 Scholarship Committee, based on each applicant’s ability to demonstrate their embodiment of TransImpact’s Core Values: Integrity, Work Ethic, Passion, Professionalism, and Perfection. Mrs. Roberson has already emailed the application to you. Deadline Monday April 18, 2022 @ 12pm.
  • The Professor Ernst I. Schürer Citizens for Diversity in Education - The Carteret County organization Citizens for Diversity in Education is offering a $1,000 scholarship in honor of Professor Ernst I. Schurer, who passed away in December 2021, to a graduating high school senior of color who has been accepted to college. The scholarship will be offered annually. Mrs. Roberson has the application.  Deadline April 29, 2022.
  • Beaufort Ole Towne Rotary Scholarship (Local) – Applications must be mailed. Click here to access the application or come see Mrs. Roberson for a copy. Deadline April 13, 2022.
  • Women of the Moose – Newport Women of the Moose, Chapter #2060 is offering two $500.00 scholarships to the Class of 2022. This is for any graduating senior pursuing an undergraduate degree in the education, medical, pharmaceutical, veterinarian, or dental field. See Mrs. Roberson for the application. Deadline April 30, 2022.
  • William E. Smith, Jr. Memorial Scholarship - $1,000 scholarship to be used for educational purposes at a 4-year college or university or community college in NC. See Mrs. Roberson for the application. Deadline April 15, 2022.
  • The Thomas Holmes Carrow Scholarship - Students – please check your emails! A google form needs to be completed by you to verify eligibility. The recipients of this award must be accepted for admission at one of the 16 constituent institutions of The University of North Carolina and enroll as a full-time undergraduate in a degree granting program for the fall of 2022.
  • Nancy Duffy Russell Education Scholarship -The Nancy Duffy Russell Scholarship is for a student residing in Carteret County, North Carolina who is seeking an undergraduate degree in Education.  The scholarship will be awarded in four (4) equal payments as long as the student maintains a 3.0 average or better. The money comes from a trust and is based on financial need. Deadline May 2, 2022.
  • Janice Beam Scholarship - The Janice Beam Scholarship is open to any student of First Baptist Church pursuing post-graduate studies at any level. Please see Mrs. Roberson for the application packet. Deadline May 2, 2022.

  • The choice for consideration will be made in the following order of preference:
  • Applicants from members of First Baptist Church.
  • Any applicant currently enrolled in high school who has applied for or has been accepted for admission to an accredited college.
  • Any applicant currently not enrolled in high school, but one who is either currently enrolled in an accredited college or one who has applied for and been accepted for admission to an accredited college.
  • Consideration will be given to the financial need of the applicant.
  • The recipient of the scholarship may attend the college of his/her choice.
  • The scholarship money will be sent directly to the school and will not be given to the student personally.
  • Scholarships are awarded for one year only, but the applicant may reapply the following year.

 

  • John Tillery Scholarship - The John Tillery Scholarship is open to anyone in need who wishes to go to college, including but not limited to high school seniors. Please see Mrs. Roberson for the application packet. Deadline May 2, 2022.

  • The choice for consideration will be made in the following order of preference:
  • A member of the John Tillery family.
  • Applicants from members of either First Baptist Church or St. Luke’s Church, the home church of John Tillery.
  • Any applicant currently enrolled in high school who has applied for or has been accepted for admission to an accredited college.
  • Any applicant currently not enrolled in high school, but one who is either currently enrolled in an accredited college or one who has applied for and been accepted for admission to an accredited college.
  • Consideration will be given to the financial need of the applicant.
  • The recipient of the scholarship may attend the college of his/her choice.
  • The scholarship money will be sent directly to the school and will not be given to the student personally.
  • Scholarships are awarded for one year only but the applicant may reapply the following year.
  • David A. Wheatly Scholarship: One scholarship in the amount of $1,000 to an ECHS senior that plans on pursuing vocational certifications and entering the workforce in Carteret County. Please see Mrs. Roberson for details on applying. Deadline April 4, 2022. 
  • Colonel Jerry Marvel Scholarship 2022: One scholarship to one graduating senior per school, in the amount of $1,000 each. Eligibility: Graduating senior from Carteret, Craven and Pamlico counties. Must have been accepted by or applied to an accredited educational institution. If you have already received a full scholarship to any educational institution, you are ineligible for this scholarship. Students that are related to a Purple Heart recipient will get priority in selection. Come see Mrs. Roberson for the application. Deadline: March 31, 2022.
  • "No Sweat" Scholarship: The Cirkled In “No Sweat” Scholarship is a $2500 CASH scholarship you can use for any educational purpose, from books to summer camp. In just two steps, you’re in! Apply by signing-up for a Cirkled In account and then complete your portfolio. This is a quarterly scholarship of $2,500 that is super easy to apply with NO GPA requirements, NO minimum income requirements, and NO ESSAY TO WRITE. Deadline: March 31, 2022.
  • Brad Sneeden Marine Science Academy Scholarship- A college scholarship in the amount of $1,000 is being offered to a previous attendee of the Brad Sneeden Marine Science Academy who is a current high school senior. Come see Mrs. Roberson for the application. Deadline: March 16, 2022.
  • Carteret County NAACP Scholarship – This $500 scholarship will be awarded to deserving senior from any of the high schools in Carteret County. Come see Mrs. Roberson for the application. Deadline April 15, 2022.
  • The Claire Martin Combs Memorial Scholarship: One $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to an African American female that has overcome a circumstance that ordinarily would be a deterrent to pursuing a college education as documented in an essay. The student must be active in community, church, or other civic organizations. She must be accepted to or enrolled in an accredited university or community college and be able to provide a letter of acceptance or verification of enrollment. Student must have a minimum GPA of 2.0 with transcripts included. Come see Mrs. Roberson for the application. Deadline: April 15, 2022.
  • Jamal Jones Memorial Sickle Cell Scholarship: This scholarship was re-named in honor of Jamal Jones who passed away in 2021 and was the inspiration for the scholarship 5 years ago. This scholarship targets individuals with Sickle Cell who plan to pursue post-secondary education. Please come see Mrs. Roberson for the application. Deadline: April 15, 2022.
  • Taylor Health Care Scholarship 2022 - The Taylor Foundation was established by the Taylor brothers of Sea Level - D.E., William, Alfred, Leslie and their father Maltby Taylor in 1952. The purpose of the scholarship is to assist East Carteret High School Students in their pursuit of medical related careers, especially students that want to serve Carteret County.  The scholarship is $500 – 1,500.  Please come see Mrs. Roberson for the application.  Deadline: April 4, 2022
  • East Carteret Alumni Memorial Scholarship - This scholarship fund was created by donations from faculty and staff and donations from past classes in memory of a lost East Carteret High School class member. This is a $500 scholarship to a deserving student to help further their educational experience. Come see Mrs. Roberson for the application. Deadline: March 15, 2022.
  • Eastern Carteret FFA Alumni - This is a $250 scholarship to a deserving FFA member who plans to further their education in an agriculture related field. Come see Mrs. Roberson for the application. Deadline: March 15, 2022.

  • Carteret County Retired School Personnel Scholarship Endowment Scholarship Criteria: Graduating senior from a Carteret County public high school with a minimum 2.5 GPA who serves as a positive role model for other students, has applied for admission to an accredited two- or four-year college or university as a full-time student, and plans to pursue a degree in education. Deadline April 1, 2022
  • Geraldine Mayo Beveridge Scholarship Endowment: Graduating senior from a Carteret County public high school with a minimum 2.5 GPA who serves as a positive role model for other students, has applied for admission to an accredited two- or four-year college or university as a full-time student, and plans to pursue a degree in education to become a certified teacher of vocational education in fields such as business, agriculture, industrial arts, family and consumer education or health occupation education. Deadline April 1, 2022
  • Carteret County Association of Home Builders Murdoch Scholarship: Graduating seniors (who receive first priority) or graduates of high schools located in Carteret County who are full-time students of an accredited technical school, college or university in the US with course work leading to an associate's or bachelor's degree in the construction trade or related subjects. Students must have academic-technical merit with a minimum GPA of 2.5 and financial need. Deadline April 1, 2022
  • NCHSAA Scholarships- NCHSAA Scholarships list of student athlete scholarships through the NC High School Association of Athletes Foundation. Varying values from $500-$2,000. Applications Open September 1, 2021. Deadlines 2/8/22 – 4/5/22
  • Joseph H. Tallman Scholarships in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering: Graduate from a public high school in Carteret County with a 3.0 or higher unweighted GPA who is a US citizen and has resided in Carteret County full-time for at least the past 12 months, who is enrolling full-time in an accredited four-year college or university seeking a bachelor's degree in either mechanical engineering or electrical engineering, and who demonstrates involvement in extracurricular activities and exhibits good moral character. **PLEASE NOTE: Although students should use the North Carolina Community Foundation's common application form, this scholarship requires three specific reference letters - (1) one from a math or physics teacher, (2) one from a teacher or school administrator, and (3) one from a non-family member in the community. Furthermore, the required essay should be no more than two pages and describe (1) why you have chosen a career in engineering, (2) what qualities you possess that would enable you to succeed in the engineering field, and (3) how you foresee utilizing your degree to make a difference in your selected field of interest. Deadline March 19, 2022.
  • V. J. "Puck" & Pearl O'Neal Scholarship Fund: Permanent, full-time resident of Carteret County who was born in Carteret County and graduated from a Carteret County high school or received a high school equivalency certificate; who is pursuing a degree at an institution of higher learning in either (1) marine science or (2) Christian studies with the purpose of entering seminary to be ordained as a clergy person. Considerations in the selection of the recipient will be academic achievement, community involvement, leadership and moral character. Note: Applicants must submit a copy of their birth certificate in order to verify birth in Carteret County. Deadline March 25, 2022.
  • Russell Lewis Memorial Scholarship: The goal of the scholarship is to provide a $4,000 scholarship to an East or West Carteret student who is enrolled to attend UNC-Chapel Hill in the upcoming fall semester. The ultimate goal is to reach a funding level where the scholarship is endowed, therefore, it would continue to be awarded in perpetuity. Come see Mrs. Roberson (Room 200) for the application.  Deadline April 15, 2022.
    • Played at least 3 years of softball with the Down East Girls Softball League
    • Has and is still playing East Carteret High School softball
    • Exhibited a strong academic performance throughout her years of high school
    • Is planning to continue their education after graduation

Click link to apply and see what is required. Deadline April 15, 2022.

  • 2022 Big Rock Teaching Fellows Scholarship Information - The Carteret County Education Foundation is pleased to offer, through the generosity of the Big Rock Foundation, the 2022 Big Rock Teaching Fellows Scholarship. The Foundation will consider awarding one scholarship each year to one student graduating from each high school operated by the Carteret County Public School System. Support is in the form of educational loan scholarships granted to selected graduates of any of the high schools operated by the Carteret County Public School System. The purpose of the Program is to recruit, prepare, and support graduating high school seniors to attend college or university for preparation as highly effective teachers in the Carteret County Public School System. Come see  or email Mrs. Roberson for the application! Deadline: March 15, 2022.
  • Buster Bynum Scholarship – Scholarship for children of active public school transportation employees. One $2000 scholarship will be awarded to a deserving high school student in North Carolina to further his or her education.  Scholarship packets must be complete (including all required documents) and turned in to the transportation director by April 23, 2022 and the local selection must be forwarded to [email protected] by May 2, 2022.

  • Delta Kappa Gamma Society Scholarship 2022 - Delta Kappa Gamma Society promotes the professional and personal growth of women educators and excellence in education. Delta Kappa Gamma is offering a scholarship of $500 to a female senior who will be attending college in the fall of 2022 and who is planning on majoring in education. Come to Mrs. Roberson’s room, room 200, to get an application.Deadline: March 29, 2022.
  • Golden Leaf Foundation Scholarship - The Golden LEAF Scholarship application for the 2022-2023 academic year is now available at CFNC.org. A total of 215 awards will be offered to students entering college for the first time this coming fall from qualifying rural and economically distressed or tobacco-dependent counties. The awards are valued at $14,000 ($3,500 per year for up to four years) for North Carolina high school students attending a participating North Carolina college or university. North Carolina community college transfer students can receive $3,500 per year for up to three years. Deadline: March 1, 2022
  • Emerald Isle Fishing Tournament Scholarship – Students interested in pursing further education at a 2 or 4 year accredited college or university. They must have an expressed interest in some aspect of Marine or Coastal Science or Engineering, by planning to major in marine biology, ecology, oceanography, fisheries, biology, geology, environmental science, climate change, marine policy, ocean engineering, ship-building, or chemistry or physics of the ocean. The award: $3,000 paid directly to the recipient’s college or university. Deadline: April 18, 2022.
  • Gloucester Community Center has 3 Scholarships to offer deserving students of East Carteret High School valued at $1000 each. Deadline: April 8, 2022. Mrs. Roberson has the applications!  
  • The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation Application for the 2022-23 academic year opened January 1, 2022 with a deadline of March 1, 2022. The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation provides scholarships to eligible children of Marines and Navy Corpsmen, Chaplains, and Religious Program Specialists. Our scholarships are for military children pursuing a post-secondary education at any accredited school—whether that be at a trade school, career training program, community college, or four-year university. All applicants must meet our eligibility requirements, which can be found at www.mcsf.org/eligibility. To apply, visit www.mcsf.org/apply.

  • Coastal Environmental Partnership Scholarship – This is designed to award a $1,000 scholarship to one high school senior in each of our partnership counties. Applicants must pursue a degree in an environmental field and enter college in the 2022-2023 school year. Deadline to apply is March 5, 2022. Please see Mrs. Roberson in Room 200 if you are interested.

  • Carteret Craven Electric Co-Op Scholarship - CCEC will award five scholarships, valued at $4,000 each. The scholarship program is open to students whose primary residence is on the co-op’s lines. To qualify, the student must be a high school senior in the current graduating class and must be accepted at a 4-year college or university OR 2-year community/technical college. Applications are due March 1. For more information and an application, visit www.ccemc.com/Scholarships.

  • 2021 SECU Foundation People Helping People Scholarship–Come see Mrs. Roberson or email her for the application!

    The SECU Foundation People Helping People 4-year scholarship valued at $10,000 is payable at $1,250 per semester, for a total of eight consecutive semesters.  Recipients must be enrolled full-time for the entire eight consecutive semesters at one of the 16 universities in the UNC system. Recipients must continue as a full-time student in good standing.

  • SECU Eligibility Criteria

  • SECU Scholarship Flyer

  • SECU Scholarship FAQs

  • If you are interested in applying for this scholarship, please come see Mrs. Roberson in Room 200!!  

The North Carolina Coastal Federation is pleased to announce the 2022 Coastal Stewardship Award, providing $1,000 to three graduating high school seniors with outstanding dedication to our coastal environment.  Deadline: Applications must be received by 11:59pm on February 13th. The award decision will be announced in April.

  • The BBB Educational Foundation of Eastern North Carolina is now accepting applications for its annual scholarships.  This year BBB Education Foundation of Eastern NC is offering 8 scholarships totaling $15,000.  In addition to five scholarships for $1,000 each, there are also individual scholarships in the amounts of five thousand dollars, three thousand dollars and two thousand dollars.
  • The Eunice Riggins Memorial Scholarship is open to any young woman who is currently graduating from an accredited public high school in North Carolina that follows the NC Standard Course of Study and who expects to enroll in a four-year college or university in North Carolina next fall. Specific eligibility requirements are: Academic rank in top 10% of class, Minimum SAT score of 1220 or ACT composite score of 25, good character and participation in extracurricular activities (school and community). Financial need is not the primary consideration. The application deadline for all of this scholarship is March 1, 2022.
  • The Mary Rose Mills-Linda Rankin Memorial Scholarship is open to any student who is currently graduating from an accredited public high school in North Carolina that follows the NC Standard Course of Study and who expects to enroll in a four-year college or university next fall. Specific eligibility requirements are: Academic rank in top 10% of class, Minimum SAT score of 1290 or ACT composite score of 27, good character and participation in extracurricular activities (school and community). Financial need is not the primary consideration. The application deadline for all of this scholarship is March 1, 2022.
  • The Clare Johnson Marley-Mary Earle Berger Fine Arts Scholarship is open to any student who is currently graduating from an accredited public high school in North Carolina that follows the NC Standard Course of Study and who expects to enroll in a four-year college or university next fall, and who is declaring his/her major in an area of the fine arts. Specific eligibility requirements are: Academic rank in top 20% of class, Minimum SAT score of 1220 or ACT composite score of 25, good character and participation in extracurricular activities (school and community). Financial need is not the primary consideration. (Samples of talent are required to be submitted with the application.) The application deadline for all of this scholarship is March 1, 2022.
  • Florence Kidder Memorial Scholarship- The National Society of the Colonial Dames of America in the State of North Carolina will award scholarships of first place - $3,000, second place - $1,000, third place - $800 and three fourth places - $400 to North Carolina high school seniors, to be used at any North Carolina college or university. The recipients will be selected on the basis of the merit of an essay on the assigned topic, plus character and scholastic record and need. When clicking on the scholarship application, check “Proceed to Online Application." All documents should be uploaded within the application link and all questions should be answered. Due February 6, 2022

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