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National search, merit-based and need-based scholarships. Search by
personal characteristics, academic information, and/or involvement in
different groups and activities.
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Fast Web -
You have to create a profile, but there are many scholarships that you
can search and browse here also (for example, search for scholarships
for Russian students or scholarships for students who are interested in
majoring in Political Science).
Specific Scholarships for Students to Consider
(Please check frequently for new items posted here)
BUNCOMBE COUNTY SCHOOLS FOUNDATION (BCSF) SCHOLARSHIPS:
DEADLINE is the last week of March to Mrs. Wicker. Applications open in late January. The BCSF awards a number of scholarships to Buncombe County Early College students. There are a number of scholarships specifically for only BCEC or BCS students. You can access the application by clicking here and get more information on the BCSF website. If you'd like a hard copy, see Mrs. Wicker.
CFWNC Scholarships...LOCAL...APPLY FOR THESE!! Due starting in January Community Foundation of Western North Carolina offers a number of
scholarships
for student in the WNC region. 5th years are highly encouraged to
review this list and apply for those scholarships that they are eligible
for. Examples of scholarships you might consider: the
WNC Regional Scholarships,
Cannady Scholarships, the
Harry W. Clarke Award, the
Irving Jacob Award, the
Harry R. Morrill Scholarship, and many more. There are also scholarships for students interested in specific career fields (eg,
Healthcare),
whose parents work at specific places such as the Biltmore, and whose
parents are veterans of the Vietnam war. See Mrs. Wicker if you have
questions.
Updated...NEW!
Interested in Business (specifically Marketing, Entrepreneurship/Starting a Business, and Software Development): Check this scholarship out:
www.fieldboom.com/scholarship/ Due in December.
St. Luke's Episcopal Church Scholarship for Buncombe County students who need help paying for college. The application includes information about your grades, test scores, activities, financial situation, and an essay. The application details and packet can be found on their website (
http://stlukesavl.org/resources/application-packet-2018/). Due in May.
Interested in Marketing, Journalism or a related field? Check out the
Higher Visibility scholarship. (Essay Contest) Due in May.
Students who serve as a Caregiver for a family member: Offered by SeniorAdvise.com, deadline in July. See details and application info here:
https://www.senioradvice.com/senior-caregiver-scholarship-fall-2018
Newton Baby Scholarship for students interested in going to school (bachelor's degree after BCEC) for a health and wellness related career. The deadline is in December. Please go to this website for more info and to apply:
https://www.newtonbaby.com/pages/scholarship
The African American Network - Carolinas Scholarship: (for minority students, but you don't have to be African American)If you plan to pursue Engineering, Science, Business Administration, Accounting or Finance at a 4 year college, you should apply for this scholarship. Deadline in March each year. More details and application are here:
https://fftcscholarships.communityforce.com (search for this scholarship and others, too!!)
Females passionate about a healthy lifestyle: $1000 scholarship given 4 times a year, essay contest, all GPA's and majors considered. Find out more and apply here:
www.skincareox.com/scholarship/
Redfin Essay Contest/Scholarship:
Check out this page for more info and to submit your essay:
www.redfin.com/resources/scholarship
ACT Champion Scholarship:
If you are a first generation college student who has a great resume of community involvement, check these out and apply for this scholarship:
www.act.org/readinesschampions
United Federal Credit Union Scholarship: This scholarship is for members of the United Federal Credit Union (but maybe you could join now??), and recognizes academic excellence and community involvement. It is for $100 and the application is due at the end of March. See their website for details and an application.
Carolina Pest Management Scholarship: Merit-based Scholarship for any student attending a college or university in North or South Carolina. Carolina Pest Management will also donate $1000 to a non-profit organization of the recipient's choice. All info can be found at
http://www.carolinapest.com/scholarship-carolinas. Deadline is at the end of February.
WCU and PPG's Engineering Technology/Applied Systems Technology Scholarship: This is a merit-based scholarship worth $2000 is for students interested in getting a bachelors from Western Carolina in Applied Systems Technology, with priority given to women interested in the field. See Mrs. Wicker for more information and an application. Due at the beginning of March.
Mission Health, Kesha Young Health Careers Scholarship: For minorities interested in a career in the healthcare field. Must have 3.0 GPA and be committed to working at Mission in the future. See Mrs. Wicker for application.
The Black Orthodontics Scholarship: For any student interested in the medical field. (This is not a minority scholarship...the orthodontist's name is Dr. Black.) All you have to do is let Mrs. Wicker know if you are interested by April of your graduating year.
The Horatio Alger National Career and Technical Scholarship Program: Interested in going to a community college for one of the tech programs? Check out
this scholarship for up to $2500. Priority is given to those with financial need.
Scholarship for Students with Dyslexia: Please see
this website regarding the Karina Eide Memorial Scholarship for students with dyslexia. It is a $2500 scholarship. Applications are due March 1st.
DAR Scholarships: Please see
this document about
a number of scholarships that you can apply for. The deadline is in
February. Areas include: History, Political Science, Economics, Medical
and Nursing, and others. There is a scholarship for a student of
American Indian decent.
2016 Prudential Spirit of Community Award:
For any student who has participated in community service over the past
year (which should be all of you), apply by November 3, 2015 at
http://spirit.prudential.com. Winners of this award are eligible to win a
$1000 award. See Mrs. Wicker for more info.
Interested in Being a Teacher?
- Check
out the Lenoir-Rhyne Teaching Scholars Program for $5500 each year in
scholarships (maybe more depending on need and merit). See Mrs. Wicker
if you are interested.
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- The UNCG Teacher Education Fellows
Program awards a $20,000.00 scholarship distributed incrementally over
four years of study at UNCG. Check out this flyer for more info. Applications are due January 1, 2016.
- Elon
College Teaching Fellows: a four-year, $28,500 scholarship opportunity
for the preparation of teachers who will become leaders in the field.
After applying to Elon, students may apply to the Teaching Fellows
program until the deadline of January 10. See the website linked here for more information.
Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarships:
For students who "work hard and have financial need." See this website
for more info: http://www.jkcf.org/scholarship-programs/
Coca Cola Scholarships:
Check out this website for more info.
http://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/ The application is a lot
of work, but can really pay off. Deadline is in the fall.
Storage.com $2500 Essay Contest: see
this link for more information. Deadline is in August.
Zip Recruiter $3000 Scholarship Essay Contest: See
this link.
MLK Essay or Spoken Word Scholarship: see
this link.
Interested in Business? Check out this
list of scholarships for students pursuing a bachelors degree in business.
Interested in Business, Management, or Logistics? Check out this
$1000 scholarship from
North American Van Lines. You need to fill out the short application,
write and attach an essay, and attach your transcript. (Email Mrs.
Wicker for a pdf of your transcript.)
Betsy Justus Scholarship:
This scholarship is for women interested in the Science, Technology,
Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields. This is for $1000 per
year. The application form is available online
here. The Application opens in May for the following school year. See Mrs. Wicker with any questions.
The Tomorrow Fund Scholarship for Hispanic Students: This scholarship is available for immigrants and refugees. Find out more
online here. The deadline is May 1. See other scholarships for minorities and all students on the
Triangle Community Foundation's website.
SECU People Helping People Scholarship: $5000 Scholarship!! Every
public high school system in North Carolina will choose a certain number of recipients for this
scholarship. Recipients are chosen by a scholarship committee base on
the following: leadership, excellence of character, integrity, and
community involvement. The award is for $1250 per semester for up to 4 years
of undergraduate study at one of the 17 public North Carolina colleges
and universities.
A-B Tech Scholarships:
If you plan to return to A-B Tech to continue your education after you
graduate from Early College, apply for scholarships here:
www.abtech.edu/scholarships . (Also, don't forget to fill out the FAFSA if you are returning to A-B Tech to receive federal aid.)
Interested in UNCG? Check
this scholarship
out for low income students! The program also provides valuable extra
support during your time at UNCG. The sooner you apply the better; get
your application in before they give out all of the money!
Chapel Hill Creative Writing Scholarship: See Mrs. Wicker and check out more info
here if you are planning to apply to Chapel Hill and would like to submit an application/entry for UNC Chapel Hill's Thomas Wolfe Scholarship
Community Foundation of Henderson County: There are three scholarships listed
here
that are also available to Buncombe County High School students: the
Greek Heritage (if you have financial need); Escott (pursuing a career
in math or business administration); and McMillan scholarships
(interested in Christian Education or related studies).
NEW DEADLINE: March.
Students interested in the Healthcare Field: Good Neighbor Pharmacy of NC is rewarding a number of scholarships to students interested in Healthcare. Click
here for more info, or come to see Mrs. Wicker.
NC AWWA-WEA Safe Water Scholarships: There
are a variety of scholarships available to students interested in water
quality, engineering, environmental business, and other concentrations.
See
this list for specifics on each scholarship. Click
here for the application. DEADLINE: March. (additional form:
advisor form)
Buick Achievers Scholarship: If you are interested in Science, Math, Technology, and Engineering, you should check out www.buickachievers.com/.
Herff Jones Believe in U Scholarship:
Early College can nominate one senior who has shown leadership,
academic performance, and community service. Please let Mrs. Wicker know
via email (elizabeth.wicker@bcsemail.org) or in person if you are
interested in being considered for this opportunity.
A
variety of scholarships for Buncombe County Seniors. Check to see if
you are eligible for any and talk to Mrs. Wicker for more information.
North Carolina Alpha Delta Kappa Scholarships: Available
to all students planning on attending a 2-year or 4-year college or
university. Based on minimum SAT score of 1650 (three areas) or ACT
composite score of 20, extra-curricular activities, and service. Award
of $2000. See Mrs. Wicker for more information and to apply.
Veteran's Service Scholarships: Students
whose parent(s) or guardian(s) are war veterans may qualify for certain
scholarships. See Mrs. Wicker for more information.
Interested in Accounting? See
Mrs. Wicker for information on scholarships offered by the North
Carolina Society of Accountants. Applications are due by April 15th (get
it...like your taxes:)). Click
here to read more about it.
If you are planning to major in Education: Apply
for the Kate S. Reeves Memorial Scholarship. Available to females who
plan to major in Education. See Mrs. Wicker for the application.
Deadline is in March.
Interested in a Career in Education? Check out
this information $500 scholarship for high school seniors interested in pursuing education as a career. This scholarship is provided by the Alpha Phi Chapter of the Delta Kappa Gamma International Society for Women Educators.
Application is linked here. DUE DATE: June 15th, 2015
Interested in Teaching? Apply for the
Ellen Simmons Howes Prospective Educator Scholarship! Scholarships
in the amount of $1,000 each will be awarded to four students, one from
each of the four geographic areas in North Carolina. Deadline is in
March. See Mrs. Wicker for more info and if you are applying (I need to fill out and submit a form for you.
Interested in teaching in a STEM field? See Mrs. Wicker about the
Noyce Scholarship at Catawba College.
Interested in Computer Science or Atmospheric Science? Check out the UNCA scholarship available at www.aces.unca.edu
Interested in Environmental Science?:
Check out this merit-based scholarship fund for individuals seeking
education in environmental studies. The $1,000 scholarship is awarded
based on academics and a passion for environmental studies. Deadline:
April 30, 2015. See details
here: https://www.trianglepest.com/triangle-pest-control-scholarship-fund
SEANC (State Employees Association of North Carolina) Scholarship: For students who are members of or whose parents are members of the State Employees
Forgivable Education Loans for Service (FELS): If
students commit to working in an area of "critical need" in the
teaching, nursing, medical, or allied health fields they can get loans
that can be forgiven after a certain amount of time. Visit
www.cfnc.org/FELS for more information on this program and how to apply.
Betsy Justus Scholarship: For
females interested in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. $1000
grant, go to http://www.nctechnology.org/about/scholarship.aspx for
more information and to apply. Application will be posted in January.
North Carolina Child Support Council Scholarship:
If one parent is a member of the NC Child Support Council or if you are
a client of the Child Support Program, check out the application for
this scholarship
here or talk to Mrs. Wicker.
Phi Theta Kappa Scholarships: For
members of Phi Theta Kappa planning on going to a four year college.
There are scholarships from Coke, Geico, and many other organizations
and you can apply to them all with just one application. Go to
http://www.ptk.org/become-a-member/scholarships for more information and to apply.
Montreat College WNC Scholarship:
Students must have a 3.0 and visit and apply to Montreat College by a
January deadline. For more information see Mrs. Wicker or contact
Montreat at 800-622-6968 or admissions@montreat.edu.
Minority Students: See below for specific sites that are very helpful, and also don't forget to use the links above to search for even more.
Scholarship Info:
See this document for some resources for scholarships available for Latino Students!
Click here to view or download
Unidos Scholarship: If you are planning to attend/apply for NC State, Chapel Hill, and/or Duke and you are a latino/a student, ask about the Unidos Scholarship (call the financial aid or scholarship office at the college).
MALDEF Scholarship Resource Guide,
includes pages and pages of resources and scholarships for Latino
students, both documented and undocumented.
http://www.maldef.org/assets/pdf/1415_MALDEF_Scholarship.pdf (I will
update this each year as I get the new document...even the older
versions are helpful to see all that is out there.)
Hispanic Scholarship Fund: Application opens in January and is due in April for the following August (5th years should fill it out at the beginning of the spring semester).
Ronald McDonald House Charities: Hacer Scholarship for Latino/a students. (Scholarships are also available for African-American, Asian, and Hispanic
graduating seniors.)
La Unidad Latina: Resources and information on Scholarships available for Hispanic students.
Deferred
Action for Childhood Arrivals (for community college): under DACA, students who are
undocumented or non-citizens can have their employers pay their community college
tuition in order to get in-state tuition (and then students can pay
their employers back). See Mrs. Wicker for more information.