Ms. Gwen D. Roulhac, School Counselor

The scholarship information provided below is intended as a service to make students aware of some of the many federal, state, local and university scholarships available. Every effort has been made to ensure that the information is accurate and current; however, it is the student's responsibility to research any opportunities in which he/she is interested to verify due dates and materials needed for application.

Many of the deadlines included on this page reflect previous year's deadlines. When/if updated materials are sent to the school, this page will be updated if, in fact, the deadline changes. See your counselor at least a month in advance of the deadline for additional information or if you have questions about any of the scholarships listed. Sometimes a scholarship that was offered in the past will not be available in the current academic year. When information about discontinued scholarships is received, the scholarship information will be deleted.

NOTE: An * indicates that information for the 2011-2012 application season is available in the Main Office.

AUGUST

SCHOLARSHIP NAME	REQUIREMENTS/CRITERIA	AWARD	DEADLINE	CONTACT
America’s Homecoming Queen	Crowned Homecoming Queen at local high school	Varies		http://www.americashomecomingqueen.com National Office 6744 Kirby Trace Cove Memphis, TN38119 901-755-9144
CIS at FAMU	African American women majoring in computer science or computer technology; financial need	Up to $10,000/year	August 1	http://www.cis.famu.edu/~aawcs/
Millennium Teacher	Enroll at ElizabethCityStateUniversity, FayettevilleStateUniversity or Winston-SalemStateUniversity; 900 SAT (CR+M); 2.5 GPA; pursue a career in teaching; teach in NC for one year for every year of funding received; financial need	$6,500		http://www.cfnc.org/MTSL
Navy Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC)	530 CR on SAT & 520 M on SAT; physically qualified and in good health	Up to $180,000		https://www.nrotc.navy.mil Senior Chief Perry 919-831-4144 919-604-6144
Noire Productions Miss Teen Essence	Single; no children; African-American ancestry; 2.5 GPA	Varies		http://www.noireproductions.com 919-261-9768
North Carolina National Teenager	Female; high achieving; single with no children	Up to full ride scholarships plus other prizes		http://www.ncscnationalteen.com Rhonda Burke 210 Factors Walk Summerville, SC29485
Prospective Teacher	Pursue teaching as a career; teach in NC for one year for every year of funding received	$2,500		http://www.cfnc.org/PTSL
Thurgood Marshall Fund	3.0 GPA; 1650 SAT or 25 ACT; demonstrate financial need; apply through one of the 47 TMCF member schools	Varies		http://www.thurgoodmarshallfund.org

SEPTEMBER

SCHOLARSHIP NAME	REQUIREMENTS/CRITERIA	AWARD	DEADLINE	CONTACT
*Davidson Scholar and Bryan Scholar Programs	Exceptional academic record; outstanding leadership abilities; been recognized as capable of playing at the Division I level in select sports	Up to $30,000 annually	Nomination: September 23 Application: October 15	http://www.davidson.edu/apply Contact the Davidson coach of your sport via letter or email http://www.davidson.edu/athletics
*Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Debutante Cotillion	High academic standing; contribute positively to the climate of your school; actively involved in the community; $35 application fee	Varies	September 14	Cotillion Scholarship Program Committee 4222 Fayetteville Road Durham, NC 27713 Connie Britt 560-2890 x. 76413 http://www.alphazetaomega.org Click on Events.
*LeTendre Education Fund Scholars	Homeless or have experienced homelessness; average or higher than average achievement; have not reached 21st birthday by September 1	Varies	September 12	http://naehcy.org/letendre_app.html Fax: 757-221-5300

OCTOBER

SCHOLARSHIP NAME	REQUIREMENTS/CRITERIA	AWARD	DEADLINE	CONTACT
Miss North Carolina High School Pageant	All NC high school girls in grades 9-12 are eligible.	Up to $10,000	October 1	http://www.missnorthcarolinahighschool.webs.com http://www.americashighschoolpageant.com Gayle Mace 910-673-0093
*Morehead-Cain at UNC-Chapel Hill	Rank near the top of the class academically; leadership, moral force of character, scholarship and physical vigor	Full undergraduate merit scholarship that includes four years of tuition and expenses	October 3	http://moreheadcain.org POB 690 Chapel Hill, NC27514 919-962-1201
Wendy’s High School Heisman Award	Excel in academics, athletics and student leadership; at least a B average; participate in at least one school-sponsored sport	$500 Wendy’s gift cards and Heisman patch	October 3	http://www.wendysheisman.com 1-800-205-6367 wendys@act.org
Young Arts ~ National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts	Seniors; artists in the performing, literary and visual arts; audition/portfolio required	Up to $10,000	Registration: October 1 Audition/Portfolio Received: November 3	http://www.nfaa.org 1-800-970-ARTS
UNC-CH Chapter of the NAACP Scholarship Contest	Respond to three essay questions; participate in a question and answer contest; obtain membership in NAACP	Varies	October 10	Korsica Lassiter lassitk@email.unc.edu Applications are available in the Student Services Office.
Outstanding Students of America	3.0 GPA; participation in extracurricular activities and community service	$1,000	October 10	http://www.outstandingstudentsofamerica.com 1-205-344-6322
Gold-N-Love	Hip-hop poetry slam competition; present an original piece that is 2-4 minutes in length; present a clean and positive message in writingGod	Up to $300	October 11 Competition will be held on October 20 in the Union Caberet on the UNC campus.	Quanetta Brown quanetta@email.unc.edu
Beta Phi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. National High School Essay Contest	Write an original essay between 700 and 750 words in length on the assigned topic	Up to $3,000	October 14	jcharper@nccu.edu niperkins@hotmail.com Application is available in the Student Services Office.
Danforth Scholars at WashingtonUniversity in St. Louis	Embrace high ideals; life choices are guided by personal integrity, selflessness, a commitment to community and a dedication to leadership	Up to full tuition	Nomination: October 15 Application: January 15	Danforth Scholars Committee WashingtonUniversity in St. Louis Campus Box 1089 One Brookings Drive St. Louis, MO63130-4899 (314) 935-8700 danforthscholars@wustl.edu
E. B. Kennedy at ErskineCollege	3.5 GPA; 1100 SAT (CR+M); Christian commitment; leadership potential; scholastic achievement; vigorous outlook	Full under-graduate support	October 15	http://www.erskine.edu/ebk/application E.B. Kennedy Scholarship Program POB 176 Due West, SC 29639
Meyerhoff Scholarship at University of Maryland Baltimore County	3.0 GPA; minimum 600 math SAT score; genuine interest in science and the advancement of underrepresented students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and/or Mathematics) fields; aspire to obtain a Ph.D. or MD/Ph.D. in STEM field; commitment to community service	Up to $22,000/year	Nomination: October 15	http://www.umbc.edu/meyerhoff See your counselor if you wish to be nominated.
Hispanic Scholarship Fund	Hispanic; pursing a teaching career	$2,500	October 16	Hispanic Scholarship Fund http://www.hsf.net 55 Second Street, Suite 1500 San Francisco, CA94105 1-877-HSF-INFO (1-877-473-4636)
*Levine Scholars at UNC-Charlotte	Demonstrated commitment to community service, an academic record that reflects a sustained passion for knowledge and capacity for ethical leadership that beckons fellow students toward a higher standard	Full tuition, room & board and fees; laptop computer; 4 funded summer of enrichment experiences	Nomination: October 15	http://www.levinescholars.uncc.edu
Nuestra Juventud	Hispanic descent; leadership qualities; academic achievement; character		October 16	Nuestra Juventud Program Lake Plaza East 900 Ridgefield Drive, Suite 100 Raleigh, NC 27609 juventud40@univision.net
National Safe Schools Week Creative Writing Contest	Open to all middle and high school students; respond to one or more question(s) in the form of a rap, essay, song, poem, drawing, painting or computer-based design	iPod touch	October 27	speakup@paxusa.org Creative Writing Contest PAX/Real Solutions to Gun Violence 100 Wall Street, 2nd floor New York, NY 10005
Horatio Alger Association	2.0 GPA; critical financial need; co-curricular and community involvement	Varies	October 30	http://www.horatioalger.org/scholarships POB 4030 Iowa City, IA52243 1-866-763-9228
Club Z Annual Achievement Award	Open to students in grades 5-12 who have shown strong character or overcome obstacles or shown leadership among peers or improved since the beginning of the year	Varies	October 31	http://www.clubztutoring.com
Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation	Seeks applicants who are well-rounded individuals with highly developed interests in their community	Fifty students will receive $20,000 and 200 students will receive $10,000.	October 31	http://www.coca-colascholars.org

NOVEMBER

SCHOLARSHIP NAME	REQUIREMENTS/CRITERIA	AWARD	DEADLINE	CONTACT
AT-LARGE program (North Carolina’s Junior Miss)	Female; planning to attend college	Varies		Alison Jones 336-261-3739 ncjmscholarship@aol.com
Benjamin N. Duke Program	Apply and be accepted to Duke Univeristy; no separate application for scholarship; stellar in service and leadership	Over $200,000/8 semesters	Duke University Application deadline applies	http://www.bnduke.org 660-2429
Bennington Young Writers	Students in grades 10-12; submission of original poetry, fiction or nonfiction (author will retain all copyrights)	Varies	November 1	Bennington Young Writers Awards BenningtonCollege One College Dr. Bennington, VT05201 1-800-833-6845
*Centennial Scholars at NC StateUniversity	Intend to major in Textiles at NC State; high academic achievement; proven and potential leadership qualities; active participation in extracurricular activities; unique life experiences	$47,500/ 4 years	Nomination: November 1 Application: December 1	Contact your counselor if you wish to be nominated. http://www.tx.ncsu.edu/student_services/centennial_scholars/nominee/
*Prudential Spirit of Community Awards	Students in grades 5-12; engagement in volunteer activity	Varies	November 1	http://spirit.prudential.com http://www.nassp.org/spirit 1-877-525-8491
Emory University Scholarships	Emory Scholars Program: outstanding record of academic achievement, extraordinary personal qualities, made significant contributions to class, school and community Goizueta Business School Scholarship: superior grades, extraordinary test scores and an already-proven propensity to excel in a business-related field	2/3 to full tuition, fees, room and board 2/3 to full tuition and fees	November 15	http://www.emory.edu/scholarsprogram http://www.goizueta.emory.edu
New York University Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholars Program	Outstanding academic achievement; extraordinary leadership; exemplify the ideals of Dr. King	Varies	November 1 *See your counselor if you wish to be nominated.	http://www.nyu.edu/mlkscholars/
Park Scholarship at NC StateUniversity	Seeks applicants who show commitment to scholarship, leadership, service and character	$75,000/ 4 years	November 1	http://www.ncsu.edu/park_scholarships
Ron Brown Scholar Program	African American; excel academically; exceptional leadership potential; make an impact on your community through service to others	$40,000	November 1 (for consideration for this and other CAP-funded scholarships) January 9 (for Ron Brown Scholar Program only)	http://www.ronbrown.org Fran Hardey 1160 Pepsi Place, Suite 206 Charlottesville, VA22901 434-964-1588
Thomas Wolfe at UNC-Chapel Hill	Student writers; submit up to 50 pages in prose, 40 pages in poetry or 60 pages in play writing in addition to essay on “Why I Write”	Full undergraduate support	November 1	http://english.unc.edu/creative/tws
National Vocabulary Championship	Students in grades 9-12; take qualifying national exam	Up to $40,000	November 5	http://www.winwithwords.com
Foundation for Individual Rights in Education (FIRE) "Freedom in Academia" Essay Contest	Senior; write in-depth essay on freedom of speech on college campuses; 700-1200 words	Up to $5,000	November 1	http://www.thefire.org/contests Foundation for Individual Rights in Education Attn: Essay Scholarship Contest 601 Walnut Street, Suite 510 Philadelphia, PA 19106
Belk at Davidson College	Rank in top of class; integrity; intellectual enthusiasm and ability; global awareness; leadership potential	$47,000 plus two summer stipends of $3,000	Nomination: November 15; Application: December 1	belkscholarship@davidson.edu 704-894-2970
W.H. Plemmons Leader Fellows at Appalachian State University	Demonstrated leadership and successful involvement in high school or community; 3.0 GPA or 1000 SAT (reading and math)	$1,000	November 18	http://www.plemmonsfellows.appstate.edu
Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Good Citizen Award	Demonstrate the qualities of a good citizen: dependability, service, leadership and patriotism	Varies	November 20	Juanita Parnell 4121 Collonade Ct. Haw River, NC 27258 (336) 270-6192 jmaybp@aol.com
First Freedom Student Competition	National essay contest for students in grades 9-12; examine the First Amendment and the history and relevance of religious freedom in America and the world today	Up to $3,000 and all-expense paid trip to Newport, RI	November 24	http://www.firstfreedom.org
Culture of Saving Photo & Essay Contests	Must be between 13-18 years old; submit a photo or essay on the theme: What does saving money mean to you?	Up to $1,000 in a certificate of deposit (CD)	November 30	http://www.latinoccu.org/en/contest Latino Community Credit Union Culture of Savings Contest POB 25360 Durham, NC 27702
Kappas of Durham Foundation, Inc. Beautillion Militaire Leadership and Educational Assistance Program	Male; college-bound junior or senior; good academic standing; participate in a series of seminars that focuses on leadership, interviewing skills, college application strategies, etc.	Varies	November 30	Terrence R. Scarborough info@kodf.org http://www.kodf.org 621-5577

DECEMBER

SCHOLARSHIP NAME	REQUIREMENTS/CRITERIA	AWARD	DEADLINE	CONTACT
DeVry University	Multiple scholarships with various criteria	Varies	Varies	http://www.devry.edu/scholarships
Distracted Driving Essay Contest	High school students ages 13-19; write a 150-word essay on your thoughts and opinions on distracted driving	15" Dell laptop awarded to the top 15 essay writers	December 1	http://www.aaa.com/hangupanddrive
ECU Academic Scholarship	Varies	Varies	December 1	http://www.ecu.edu/cs-acad/admissions/apps.cfm
Miss Cheerleader of America	Female cheerleaders in grades 9-12	Tuition payment	December 1	http://www.misscheerleaderofamerica.com 734-946-1200 Lucy Wiesend, Program Director Box 667 Taylor, MI48180
Principal’s Leadership Award	Outstanding student leader	$1,000	December 1	Principal’s Leadership Award, SPA POB 24605 Nashville, TN37202
Robertson Scholars Program at DukeUniversity or UNC-Chapel Hill	Academic excellence, leadership, ethics, service to others, courage and collaborative spirit are considered	Full tuition, fees, room and board at UNC-CH or Duke; $3,000 grant towards laptop computer	December 1	http://robertsonscholars.org Robertson Scholars Program Campus Box 1301 Chapel Hill, NC27599 919-843-5494
SAE International Engineering	Interested in the study of engineering and related sciences	Varies	December 1	http://www.sae.org/students/engschlr.htm
Trustee Scholarship at Boston University	Outstanding academic ability and the potential to inspire fellow students to excel; very active leaders in school and/or community	Full tuition over four years	December 1	http://www.bu.edu/admissions/trustee
United States Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC)	3.25 GPA; 26 ACT; 1180 SAT (CR+M); pass a Physical Fitness test; interview	Varies	December 1	http://www.afrotc.com 1-888-503-PRDP Usaf.prdp@emt-inc.com
CrossLites Essay Contest	Write an essay to reflect on a quote by Dr. Parker; the essay with the most votes wins	Up to $2,000	December 15	http://crosslites.com/scholarship.aspx
DECA's Corporate Sponsors	Member of DECA; other criteria varies *Several different corporate sponsors are offering scholarships.	Varies	December 15 (earliest deadline) *Some scholarship deadlines are as late as February 12	DECA Inc. 1908 Association Drive Reston, VA 20191-1594 703-860-5000 http://www.deca.org/schol.html *See your DECA Advisor for more information.
Hesburgh-Yusko Scholars Program at Notre Dame University	Demonstrated leadership ability; distinguished academic accomplishment; sincere commitment to service; exemplary moral character	$25,000/year plus 4 fully funded summer enrichment experiences	December 15	http://www.hesburgh-yusko.org
American Legion Oratorical Contest	Students in grades 9-12; prepared oration to be delivered on assigned topic at school, local, district and national levels	Up to $18,000	Entry Deadline: December 17 Contest: January 22	http://www.legion.org Richard Beal richardbeal44@yahoo.com 919-477-5970 919-323-5838
Matthew Paul West Foundation Art Show	Submit your art; audition your individual or group performance in performing arts	Up to $2000	December 17	http://www.thematthewpaulwestfoundation.org 638-7365 awest1953@earthlink.net
George H. White Bar Association	2.5 GPA; financial need; demonstrated the ability to overcome some personal crisis or tragedy and continued to excel in school; must attend Recognition Banquet	$250	December 18	Antoinette Hilliard 564-7000 Dorothy Hairston 682-3200
Durham Martin Luther King, Jr. Steering Committee “Prof” Alston	2.5 GPA in junior and seniors years; essay	$500 minimum	December 17	Naomi Jackson POB 98 Durham, NC27702 919-596-2876
Greater Raleigh Sports Council/CarQuest	Student-athletes who have excelled academically and athletically and are active in community service; 3.5 GPA; current athlete attending a high school in Wake, Durham or OrangeCounty; one male and one female recipient selected	$1,250	December 10	Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce POB 2978 800 South Salisbury Street Raleigh, NC27602-2978 664-7070 http://www.thesportscouncil.org
Imagine America	2.5 GPA, financial need, demonstrated voluntary community service during senior year; attend a career college	$1,000	December 31, 2011	http://www.imagine-america.org
Young Entrepreneur Foundation	Demonstrated entrepreneurial spirit and initiative	Up to $10,000	December 31	http://www.nfib.com/yea

JANUARY

SCHOLARSHIP NAME	REQUIREMENTS/CRITERIA	AWARD	DEADLINE	CONTACT
Durham Woman’s Club	Rank in top 25% of class; attend 4 year college/university in NC	$1,000 locally; up to $24,000 in district competition	January 4	Irene Bagwell 224 Pineview Road Durham, NC 27707 489-5402
UNC-Chapel Hill Chapter of the NAACP Oratorical Contest	Participate in a public speaking workshop and oratorical contest	Up to $500	January 5	Brittany Edens (910) 603-3154 bedens@email.unc.edu
UNC-Greensboro Merit Awards	1200 (CR+M) or 27 ACT; 3.5+GPA; be admitted to UNC-G by January 5	Varies	January 5	http://www.uncg.edu/fia/meritawards
Gates Millennium	Minority student; 3.3 un-weighted GPA; meet federal Pell Grant eligibility criteria	Varies	January 10	http://www.gmsp.org
Sam Walton Community/ Wal- Mart Foundation		$3,000	January 29	http://www.walmartfoundation.org Access code: SWCS
American University Frederick Douglass Scholarship Program	3.2 GPA; rank in top half of class; leadership potential; demonstrated community service; impressive cocurricular involvement	Up to full tuition	January 15	http://www.admissions.american.edu
Create-A-Greeting-Card Contest	Contest is open to high school and college/university students; see official rules at the website	$10,000	January 15	http://www.gallerycollection.com/scholarship.htm
Filene Music Scholarship at Skidmore College	Gifted musician; CDs or cassettes submitted should be representative of student's repertoire	$40,000/4 years	January 15	http://cms.skidmore.edu/music/scholarships/filene.cfm
Mensa Education and Research Foundation	550 word essay on your career, vocational and/or academic goals and how you plan to achieve them	Varies	January 15	http://www.mensafoundation.org Jim Crowley 105 Fidelity St. B 20 Carrboro, NC 27510
North Carolina Society of Hispanic Professionals	Hispanic or Latino background; 2.5 GPA; leadership potential; commitment to community service	Up to $2,500	January 15	http://www.thencshp.org
Skidmore College Scholars in Science and Math & Porter Presidential	Two separate scholarships for top students who excel in science and math; preference given to students from underrpresented groups in science and math; pursuits in the areas of science and math beyond the classroom	Scholars: Fiancaial aid package with no or reduced loan Porter: $40,000/4 years	January 15	http://cms.skidmore.edu/science 800-867-6007
Washington Crossing Foundation	Planning a career in government service; essay	Varies	January 15	http://www.gwcf.org 215-949-8841
*M-PowerHouse of the Triangle, Inc.	Essay: What are the most significant factors that contribute to youth violence in your community? How would you address them?	$500	January 16	MPowerHouse of the Triangle, Inc. 6409 Fayetteville Rd. Suite 120, Box 121 Durham, NC 27713
NC Hospitality Education Foundation	Pursue a course of study in culinary arts, hospitality management or tourism at an accredited two or four year college	Varies	January 16	http://www.ncra.org/displaycommon.cfm?an=1&subarticlenbr=95
St. Joseph's AME Church Outreach	Open to students in grades 9-12; mentoring and tutoring available to prepare students for college; 2.0 GPA for 9th graders; 2.5 GPA for 10th-12th graders	$1,000	January 16	Larry Williams 949-3712
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Beautillion	Male; junior or senior; 2.5 GPA; involved in school and/or community activites	Varies	January 17	Timothy Peterkin (919) 530-5005 tpeterkin@nccu.edu
Grady-Rayam Prize in Sacred Music	Juniors and seniors of Afro-ethnic descent; perform two songs in vocal competition	Up to $3,300	January 21	http://www.negrospiritual.org
McKelvey Foundation	Demonstrated entrepreneurial spirit by owning and operating a business while in high school	Up to $10,000/year	January 25	http://www.mckelveyfoundation.org 1-877-McKelvey
*Ronald McDonald House Charities	Financial need; reside within geographic boundaries of a participating RMHC that offers scholarships	Varies	January 27	http://www.rmhc.org 866-851-3994
ACT Poster Concept Contest	Juniors and seniors planning to apply to 2 or 4-year college; design a poster that encourages other students to attend college and take the ACT	Up to $5,000	January 30	http://www.actstudent.org/postercontest
Discover Financial Services	Junior; cumulative GPA 2.75; excel in leadership, community service and obstacles overcome	Varies	January 31	http://www.discoverfinancial.com/community

FEBRUARY

SCHOLARSHIP NAME	REQUIREMENTS/CRITERIA	AWARD	DEADLINE	CONTACT
*Aubrey Lee Brooks Foundation	Financial need; strong academic standing; enroll as first-year student at UNC-CH, UNC-G or NC State; complete the CSS Financial Aid PROFILE using code 0062	Up to $50,000 over 4 years depending on need	February 1	http://www.cfnc.org/brooks
Phi Delta Kappa Carolina Chapter Prospective Educator	Intend to pursue a career in education	$1,000	February 1	http://www.pkdintl.org/awards/awardshome.htm Judith Jones 205 Huntington Drive Chapel Hill, NC27514
Randolph Macon College Presidential Scholars	Academic achievement and leadership	Up to $20,000/year	February 1	http://www.rmc.edu 1-800-888-1762
USDA/ 1890 National Scholars Program	Pursue a bachelor's degree in agriculture, food, natural resource sciences or other related disciplines at one of the 1890 historically black land-grant institutions; 3.0 GPA; 1500 SAT (CR+M+W) or 21 ACT	Full tuition, books, room and board, employment and employee benefits	February 1	USDA/ 1890 Programs 202-205-5692 http://www.ascr.usda.gov/1890programs.html 1890init@usda.gov
Burger King Scholars Program	2.5 GPA; works an average of at least 15 hours per week for 40 weeks per year (employment at Burger King is NOT required); participation in community service; financial need	$1,000	February 2	http://www.bk.com/scholars 1-615-320-3149
Abernathy Scholar at East Carolina University	3.0 GPA; demonstrated commitment to the study of and a career in science education	$2,500	February 4	Joy Carraway Department of Mathematics, Science, and Instructional Technology Education Flanagan 342 East Carolina University Greenville, NC 27858 252-328-9353
Florence Kidder Memorial	Essay; grades; character; financial need	Up to $3,000	February 5	Marjorie Y. Burton 110 Stoneridge Dr. Chapel Hill, NC 27514 Applications are available in the Student Services Office.
Robert C. Byrd	3.5 un-weighted GPA; 1875 SAT or converted ACT	$1,500	February 25	http://www.ncpublicschools.org/recruitment/scholarships/byrd *See your counselor if you wish to be nominated. RHS may forward four students for consideration.
Rose of Raleigh Irish Heritage Essay Contest	Female, age 17 to 23; Irish heritage; write an essay of 500-700 words on assigned topic	Up to $500	February 6	http://www.raleighstpats.org 815-3361 POB 91301 Raleigh, NC27675
Elon University Endowed Scholarship Program	Various scholarships with various criteria	Up to $12,000/year	February 10	http://www.elon.edu/admissions/ 1-800-334-8448
Elon University NC Junior Elon Scholars	Academically talented juniors; "A" average; 1870 SAT	Early notification of acceptance to Elon; early consideration for Presidential scholarship valued at $14,000-$18,000 over four years	February 10	http://www.elon.edu/e-web/admissions/justnc.xhtml
Kentucky Fried Chicken Colonel's Scholars	Financial need; GPA of 2.75; enroll in a public college or university within state of legal residence	Up to $20,000	February 10	http://www.kfcscholars.org
NC Bar Association Law Day Essay Contest	Open to high school students; prepare an original essay of 700-1,000 words on the theme: "The Legacy of John Adams: From Boston to Guantanamo"	Up to $500 savings bond	February 11	NC Bar Association Attn: Law Day Essay Contest POB 3688 Cary, NC 27519 Tenisha Jacobs 716-6093 tjacobs@ncdoj.gov
North Carolina Association of Teacher Assistants	Applicant’s parent or legal guardian must be an employed teacher assistant and a member of NCATA; 2.8 un-weighted GPA	$1,500	February 12	Beverly Harrison, NCATA Chair 417 East Baker Street Nashville, NC27856 252-459-7219 http://www.teacherassistants.org
Maynard at East Carolina University	Pursue a career in teaching; meet same qualifications of the NC Teaching Fellows Scholarship	$20,000	February 13	http://www.coe.ecu.edu/maynardscholars 252-328-4126
AXA Achievement Community	Ambitious and motivated, as evidenced by outstanding achievement in school, community or work activities	$2,000	February 15	AXA Achievement Community Scholarship Scholarship America One Scholarship Way, POB 297 Saint Peter, MN 56082 http://www.axa-achievement.com
Best Buy	Students in grades 9-12 dedicated to community service	$1,000	February 16	https://www.at15.com/contests_scholarships/at15_scholarship
National Co-Op Scholarship Program	3.5 GPA; essay; be acccepted and attend one of the 7 NCCE Partner Colleges and Universities	$6,000	February 15	http://www.co-op.edu
Oh, the Places You'll Go	Senior who understands and values the limitless possibilities that education can offer	$5,000	February 15	http://www.ohtheplaces.org
*Optimist International Essay Contest	Open to all students under age 19 as of December 31, 2010	Up to $2,500	February 15	Robert Verne, Essay Contest Chair 6803 Turkey Farm Road Chapel Hill, NC 27514 919-942-4144 harry_marshall@med.unc.edu Contest entry forms available in the Student Services Office
University of Dayton Leadership in Service	Excellence in learning, leadership and service	$10,000	February 15	See your counselor if you wish to be nominated.
Continental Societies, Inc.	Essay; interview	Varies	February 16	Carolyn Jacobs 8413 Gatwick Terrace Glen Allen, VA 23060 (804) 501-0266
Furman Scholars	3.75 un-weighted GPA or 4.0 weighted GPA; rank in top 5% of class; 135 PSAT or 1350 SAT (CR+M) or 30 ACT; juniors only	Varies	February 16	See your counselor if you wish to be nominated.
*Jagannathan	Financial need; CSS Profile required; attend UNC system college/university; outstanding academic achievement; extracurricular activities; leadership qualities	Varies based on need	February 16	Jagannathan Scholarship POB 13663 RTP, NC 27709-3663 http://www.cfnc.org/jag See your counselor to be nominated. RHS may nominate one senior.
Stephen J. Bollinger Memorial	Reside in public housing or Section 8; write an essay; B average	$7,000	February 17	http://www.phada.org PHADA Scholarship Committee 511 Capitol Court, NE Washington, DC20002-4937
National Leased Housing Association	Resident of privately owned federally assisted low income housing properties or recipients of Section 8 voucher assistance; financial need	Varies	February 25	http://www.hudnlha.com NLHA Education Fund 1900 L Street NW, Suite 300 Washington, DC 20036
Les Gemmes, Inc.	2.5 GPA; essay	Varies	February 26	Les Gemmes, Inc. Chonna Campbell PMB #260 3604 Witherspoon Blvd., Suite 111 Durham, NC 27707
North Carolina State USBC Association, Inc.	Current member of the NCS USBCA and bowling in a certified USBC NC youth league; have an unimpaired amateur standing in bowling	$1,500	February 28	Tom McBride Association Manager 2701 Hampton Meadows Lane Cramerton, NC 28032 704-824-7795 http://www.ncbowls.com

MARCH

SCHOLARSHIP NAME	REQUIREMENTS/CRITERIA	AWARD	DEADLINE	CONTACT
American Chemical Society	Minority student; 3.0 GPA; Plan to major in chemistry	Up to $5,000	March 1	http://www.chemistry.org/scholars 1-800-227-5558 x. 6250
Barbara Wiedner and Dorothy Vandercook Memorial Peace	Write a brief autobiography of your activities relating to peace and social justice, nuclear disarmament issues or conflict resolution	Up to $500	March 1	http://www.grandmothersforpeace.org/scholarships/program Wiedner & Vandercook 301 Redbud Way Nevada City, CA95959 530-265-3887
Bull City Elks Lodge Oratorical Contest	Juniors and seniors; write, memorize and orate an original speech on one of 5 topics	Up to $10,000	March 6	Lebbie or Frances Bumpass 919-220-0219 Information is available in the Student Services Office.
Charlie Adams Endowed Scholarship	Female participating on a varsity cross-county team; male participating on a varsity wrestling team; essay	$1,500	March 18	http://www.nchsaa.org Mary Vrnak (919) 240-7371 NCHSAA POB 3216 Chapel Hill, NC 27515
Crib to College & Crib to College Next Step	Minimum GPA 2.5 (for Next Step) or 2.8 (for Crib to College); Essay	$1,000 and laptop computer	March 1	http://www.cribtocollege.org
*Innovation	Show off your innovation, creativity and technology know-how; pursue a career in IT	Up to $6,000	March 1	http://www.ttecscholarship.net
Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation	Child of a Marine on active duty or in the Reserve (retired or deceased); child of a Marine or Marine Reservist who has received an Honorable Discharge, Medical Discharge or who was killed while in the service of the country; child of an active duty, reserve or former U.S. Navy Corpsman who is serving or has served with the U.S. Marine Corps; 2.0 GPA	Varies	March 1	http://www.mcsf.org
North Carolina Division of Veterans’ Affairs	Child of certain deceased, disabled, combat or POW/MIA veterans; attend NC college/university or community college	Varies	March 1	Terry McMillan, District Officer 115 Market St, Suite 205 Durham, NC 27701 560-6672 ncdva6tm@frontier.com
Presbyterian College Fellow Proram	Juniors; rank in top 10% of class; 1200 SAT (CR+M) or 27 ACT	Varies	March 1	See your counselor if you wish to be nominated.
NC State University College of Education	Multiple scholarships with varying criteria	Varies	March 4	http://www.ncsu.edu A flyer with information about each of the scholarships is available in the Student Services Office.
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Durham Alumnae Chapter	Financial need; 2.5 GPA; 750 SAT (CR+M) or 15 ACT	Varies	March 11	Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Durham Alumnae Chapter c/o Naomi T. Jackson 2007 South Alston Avenue Durham, NC 27707 919-596-2876
*Home Builders Association of Durham, Orange and Chatham Counties	Preference given to students who are entering a construction related course of study or who are children of employees of companies in the HBADOC; however, scholarships have been awarded almost every year to students who do not fall into these categories.	$1,000	March 9	Faith Stroud HBADOC Scholarship 20 West Colony Place, Suite 180 Durham, NC 27705 http://www.hbadoc.com
Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year	Judging will be based on five criteria: academic performance, athletic excellence, leadership, community service and milk experience	$7,500	March 4	http://www.bodymilk.com
Durham Orange Person USBC Youth	Current member of the DOP USBC Association and bowling in a certified USBC North Carolina youth league	Varies	March 7	Paul Ehresmann 194 Moss Creek Rd. Roxboro, NC 27574-9511 259-5012 dopcba@yahoo.com
National Exchange Club	Overcome tremendous adversity to succeed	Up to $10,000 at national level	March 9	http://www.nationalexchangeclub.org/Youth_Awards/ACEEntry.pdf
*Wake Electric: Fred Alford & Touchstone Energy scholarships	Alford: Must be a child of or under legal guardianship of a Wake Electric member or live in a home served by Wake Electric; must pursue a four-year undergraduate baccalaureate degree at an accredited institution in North Carolina Touchstone: Must be a child of or under legal guardianship of a Wake Electric member or live in a home served by Wake Electric; must use these funds at a North Carolina college or university, community college, vocational or technical school	Alford: $2,000 Touchstone: $1,250	March 30	http://www.wemc.com/scholarships.aspx
*Assistance League of the Triangle Area	Character; financial need; academic accomplishments; community service; attend NC college	Up to $2,500	March 1	http://www.altriangle.org Assistance League of the Triangle Area POB 98477 Raleigh, NC 27624 235-4554
Grand Lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of North Carolina	3.0 GPA; active in extracurricular and civic activities	$1,000	March 11	Grand Lodge Scholarship Committee POB 6506 2921 Glenwood Avenue Raleigh, NC 27628
*Pi Phi First Generation	First generation college student from low income family; overcome significant adversity in pursuing educational goals; 2.5 GPA; essay	$5,000	March 14	First Generation Scholarship Committee 2816 Erwin Road, # 22 Durham, NC 27705 amp48@duke.edu
Alpha Delta Kappa Alpha Mu Chapter	Intend to pursue a career in education; ability to work well with others; leadership; character; scholarship aptitutde; financial need	Up to $1,000	March 15	Michelle White (JHS) 560-3912 michelle.white@dpsnc.net
Global Citizens Essay Contest	Rising junior or rising senior; must be nominated by your school; respond to essay prompt	Educational tour of Europe	March 15	http://www.eftours.com/globalcitizen Global Citizen Awards EF Center Boston One Education Street Cambridge, MA02141 617-619-1000
Kohl’s Kids Who Care	Outstanding volunteer; ages 6-18	Up to $10,000	March 15	http://www.kohlskids.com 262-703-6312 See your counselor to be nominated.
*Triangle Community Foundation	Various scholarships with various criteria	Varies	March 15	http://www.trianglecf.org Libby Long 474-8370 ext. 134
*Matthew C. Graziadei Achievement	Student with disability who exemplifies the qualities of determination, perseverance, dedication, motivation, excellence	$1,000	March 21	http://www.ecac-parentcenter.org Matthew C. Graziadei Award ECAC 907 Barra Row, Suite 102 Davidson, NC 28036
Orange-Durham Cattlemen's Association	Strong academic and leadership potential through participation in agriculture-related classes and activities, participation in extracurricular activities, community activities and volunteer service	$1,000	March 31	Orange-Durham Cattlemen's Association c/o Roland Walters 7119 High Rock Road Efland, NC 27243
American Association of Blacks in Energy (AABE)	3.0 GPA overall; 3.0 GPA in math and science courses; plan to major in business, engineering, technology, math or physical science fields; demonstrated financial need; underrepresented minority (African American, Hispanic or Native American) in energy fields	Up to $9,000	March 11	AABE NC Chapter Attn: Scholarship Committee POB 207 Raleigh, NC 27610-0207 carlwilkins@nc.rr.com
Durham Retired School Personnel	Major in Education; B average junior and senior years; attend NC college/university	$500	March 17	Naomi T. Jackson 2007 South Alston Avenue Durham, NC27707 919-596-2876
Consortium of Information and Telecommunications Executives- North Carolina, Inc.	African American; 3.0 GPA; major in Business related major; total family income of $75,000 per year or less; must attend conference to receive scholarship	$1,000	March 19	CITE-NC Scholarship Committee Attn: Lekeshia Hall 4301 Chimney Stone Rd. Durham, NC 27704 919-377-5811
Ayn Rand Essay Contest	Students in grades 9 & 10; submit an essay of 600-1200 words on Rand's Anthem	Up to $2,000	March 20	http://www.aynrandeducation.com Ayn Rand Institute POB 57044 Irvine, CA 92619-7044
Susan G. Komen for the Cure	Have lost a parent to breast cancer; attend an in-state college/university	Up to $10,000	March 20	http://ww5.komen.org/ResearchGrants/CollegeScholarshipAward.html
Rougemont Ruritan Club	Financial need; character; scholarship; academic promise; live in the Rougemont area zip codes 27572 or 27583	Varies	March 24	Lee Thomas POB 1 Rougemont, NC 27572
*DPS Scholarship Foundation	Financial need; various other criteria for several different scholarships offered by the Foundation	Varies	March 15	http://www.dpsscholarshipfoundation.org
*Phi Delta Kappa, Inc. Beta Zeta Chapter	Plan to pursue the field of education; financial need	Varies	March 23	Tania M. Green 607 Weeping Willow Drive Durham, NC 27704 425-0143 kidsrfirst1@yahoo.com
100 Black Men of America Triangle East Chapter	Male and female students may apply; 2.5 GPA; leadership involvement; essay	Up to $3,000	March 30	Triangle East Chapter 100 Black Men of America, Inc. POB 26365 Raleigh, NC 27611
Biomanufacturing Research Institute and Technology Enterprise (BRITE) at North Carolina Central University	3.5 GPA; 1700 SAT (minimum 650 M); essay; pursue a career in the biotech industry; interview	Full Scholarship at NCCU	March 30	NCCU Office of Public Relations 1801 Fayetteville St. BRITE Building Durham, NC27707 919-530-6295
Leonard Milberg '53 Secondary School Poetry Prize and Ten-Minute Play Contest	11th grade; submit up to three poems and/or one play	Up to $500	March 30	http://www.princeton.edu/arts Leonard Milberg ’53 Poetry Contest Program in Creative Writing LewisCenter for the Arts PrincetonUniversity 185 Nassau Street Princeton, NJ08542
Piedmont Electric Membership Corporation	Applicant's parent must be a member of Piedmont Electric Membership Corporation; 3.0 GPA; extracurricular activities; at least one community-related volunteer project	$500	Postmarked by March 30	Rachel Phelps-Hawkins 644-3402 http://www.pemc.org
Sight Beyond Seeing	African American; disadvantaged economic background; C average; essay	Up to $1200	March 30	Service with Love Community Club POB 90233 Raleigh, NC27675 919-637-1997 http://www.sightbeyondseeing.org
Alpha Delta Kappa: Theta Chapter	Female; interested in pursuing a career in education	$700	March 31	Brenda Derrick Forest View Elementary School 3007 Mount Sinai Road Durham, NC 27705
Clary Medal	Participated on two or more varsity athletic teams; 3.2 GPA; commitment to extra-curricular activities; essay	$2,000	March 31	http://www.nchsaa.org NCHSAA POB 3216 Chapel Hill, NC 27515 (919) 240-7401 Fax (919) 240-7399
Gainey Student	Female athlete participating in sanctioned varsity sport within a county of limited financial resources; 3.2 GPA	$2,000	March 20	http://www.nchsaa.org NCHSAA POB 3216 Chapel Hill, NC 27515
Durham A & T Alumni	Leadership and service through extracurricular and community activities; 3.0 GPA	$1,000	March 31	Durham Chapter NC A & T Alumni Association Attention: Scholarship Committee POB 23 Durham, NC 27702 durhamaggiealumni@gmail.com
Buick Achievers	Plan to major in Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, Business Administration, Finance, Marketing or Design; interested in a career in the automotive or related industries	Up to $25,000/year	March 31	http://www.buickachievers.com
North Carolina Community Foundation	Several different scholarship program with various eligibility criteria	Varies	March (varies)	http://nccommunityfoundation.com Click on “Scholarships”

APRIL

SCHOLARSHIP NAME	REQUIREMENTS/CRITERIA	AWARD	DEADLINE	CONTACT
Accepting the Challenge of Excellence Award (ACE)	Overcome great physical, emotional or social obstacles	Up to $10,000	April 1	rscoleman51@gmail.com
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity James M. Schooler, Sr.	African American; male; satisfactory grades; leadership; high moral character; write an essay	Varies	April 1	Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Scholarship Chair POB 3522 Durham, NC 27702 (919) 682-4047
Lady Oya Foundation	Domestic violence survivor sponsored by a nonprofit domestic violence service provider that has worked with the applicant for a minimum of two months; financial need	$1,000	April 1	Marcus Harris POB 15773 Durham, NC27704
Light on the Hill Society	African American; attend UNC-Chapel Hill as first year undergraduate	$1,000	April 1	http://www.alumni.unc.edu/loth
Matthew Paul West Foundation	3.0 GPA; excel in performing and/or visual arts; community involvement in the arts; must have participated in one A Promise To Remember benefit	Varies	April 1	http://www.thematthewpaulwestfoundation.org
North Carolina Bar Association	Child of NC law enforcement officer killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty	Varies	April 1	http://www.ncbar.org 1-800-662-7407
Percy and Margaret Blount	Sponsored by Dorcas Lodge #460	$500	April 1	Tracy D. Drinker POB 51056 Durham, NC 27713 454-4753 Applications available in the Student Services Office
*Train Them Up for Success	African American; interested in entrepreneurship and engineering	Varies	April 1	Margo Dawson POB 1213 Morrisville, NC 27560 http://train-them-up.unitedcp.org
BLMBAO (Black and Latino MBA Organization)	3.3 GPA; African American or Hispanic	$500	April 4	BLMBAO Scholarship Attn: Benjamin Bolling 152 Presidents Drive Durham, NC27704
Carrols, LLC Community	Extracurricular activities and employment	Varies	April 1	Carrols, LLC Attn: Lisa Canfield Carrols Corporation Region IV 330 Pelham Road, Suite 100B Greenville, SC 29615
*William Vatavuk	"B" average for at least the past two semesters; plan to study history and/or education in college	$500	April 13	Bennett Place State Historic Site Attn: William Vatavuk Scholarship Committee 4409 Bennett Memorial Road Durham, NC 27705 chandler0201@yahoo.com
Durham Association of Educators	2.5 GPA; major in Education	$250	April 9	Durham Association of Educators Colony Professional Center 2919 Colony Road Durham, NC 27705 402-1736
Divan Center Essay Contest	Submit essay on "Understanding Others, Appreciating Differences"	Up to $300	April 8	http://www.divancenter.org/essaycontest
Bahama Woman's Club Memorial	Reside in the Lebanon or Mangum township	$1,000	April 9	BWC Scholarship POB 37 Bahama, NC 27503
Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc. Rho Chapter	Female; intend to pursue a business or professional career; financial need; minimum 900 SAT (composite)	$200	April 28	Carrie Hill 521 Orindo Drive Durham, NC 27713 544-3284
E.M. Roberts	Church affiliation and church-related activities; scholastic standing; financial need; handwritten essay	Varies	April 15	Mt. Bethel United Methodist Church Attn: Joyful Workers/Fidelis Sunday School Class POB 27 Bahama, NC 27503
Hannah Keith Scholarships	-All-Around Student: 3.0 GPA, minority, participation in school and community activities -African American Male: 2.5 GPA, participation in school and community activities	Varies	April 10	Hannah Keith Scholarship Fund, Inc. POB 97024 Raleigh, NC 27624-7024 846-1704 http://www.hannahkeithsf.org
Duke University Inter-Greek Council	2.7 GPA; community service or extracurricular activities or employment	Up to $1,000	April 30	June M. Hu Duke University Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life 07 Bryan Center, POB 90840 Durham, NC 27708 j.hu@duke.edu
Alexander Hamilton	Junior; must have performed leadership and service activities	$500 and leadership training program in Seattle and Guatemala	April 15	http://www.hamiltonfriends.org
*Constance Sartor Walker/Today’s Woman Organization, Inc		Varies	April 16	Burnette Smith Today's Woman Organization, Inc. 2217 Summit Street Durham, NC 27707 919-489-7871
*Ebonettes Service Club, Inc.	3.0 GPA; financial need	Varies	April 16	Ebonettes Service Club Scholarship Committee 611 Pearson Drive Durham, NC 27713
Korean Spirit and Culture Promotion Project Essay Contest	Any student in grades 9-12; submit an essay	$1,000 Grand Prize	April 15	http://www.koreanhero.net
Foot Locker Foundation, Inc.	2.5 GPA; attend UNCF institution	Up to $5,000	April 15	http://www.uncf.org/forstudents/scholarDetailSGA.asp?id=589
North Carolina Society of Accountants	Desire to enter the profession of accounting; attend NC college/university or community college	$500	April 15	NC Society of Accountants Scholarship Foundation 3240 Shamrock Drive Fayetteville, NC 28303 910-867-9427 mwheeler14@nc.rr.com
Payback Motorcycle Club, Inc.	African American male; essay on the importance of getting a good education	$500	April 15	Jackson F. Brown, Jr. Payback MC Scholarship Committee POB 236 Littleton, NC 27850 252-532-9495
Prospective Teachers Scholarship Loan	Intend to pursue a career in education	$2,500	April 15	http://www.cfnc.org/PTSL
State Employees Association of North Carolina	Member or child of a member of SEANC	Up to $1,000	April 15	http://www.seanc.org 833-6436 x.3333 1-800-222-2758
Triangle Luncheon Civitan Club	Strong academic record; financial need; good citizenship; community service; career objectives	$750	April 1	Triangle Luncheon Civitan Club Scholarship c/o Kathi D. Lucas 5515 Falkirk Drive Durham, NC 27712 kathitourist@hotmail.com
Young Native Writers Essay Contest	Open to all Native American Indian and Alaskan Native high school students who are enrolled members of a state- or federally-recognized tribe; research and elaborate on historic or contemporary issues affecting Native American community	Up to $5,000 plus all-expense-paid trip to Washington, DC	April 15	http://www.indian.hklaw.com 1-866-452-2737
*Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. Delta Zeta Sigma Chapter	African American male; 2.5 GPA; financial need; displayed leadership abilities; extracurricular activities	Up to $1,000	April 13	William Evans 3355 Tarleton West Durham, NC 27713 sigmascholarship1914@gmail.com Application available from your counselor.
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Eta Beta Zeta Chapter	Essay	$500	April 16	Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. POB 3369 Durham, NC 27702
Student View	Complete a survey about colleges in your area; winner will be via random drawing	Varies	April 22	http://www.student-view.com
Association of Teacher Assistants: Durham Public Schools	Applicant’s parent/legal guardian must be a current member in good standing of DPSATA and a member for at least two years prior to application; attend NC college/university or community college; 2.8 GPA	$1,500	April 20	Sylvia Veasey (WattsElementary School) 700 Watts St. Durham, NC27701
State Employees Credit Union Foundation People Helping People	Attend UNC system college/university; 2.5 GPA; demonstrated leadership, excellence of character, integrity and community involvement	$10,000	April 4	http://www.ncsecufoundation.org SECU Foundation POB 25966 Raleigh, NC 27611 See your counselor to be nominated.
*Triangle Educational Advancement Foundation	Financial need; community service; character/leadership; participation in high school athletics as athlete, manager, score keeper, etc.	$5,000	April 6	Bill Sewell 961-3765 www.teafnc.org http://www.holidayinvitational.com
*Emmaline Ellison Shella	Attend HBCU (Historically Black College or University)	Varies	April 15	http://getyourscholarship.wordpress.com/apply/
Howard University Alumni Club of the Research Triangle	Permanent resident of Durham, Orange or Wake County; be admitted to Howard University and plan to enroll full time	Book Scholarship	April 22	http://www.howardalumni.org POB 13652 Research Triangle Park, NC 27709-3781
*Kathrine R. Everett: General Davie Chapter NSDAR	Female; strong academic achievement and leadership	$1,000	April 20	Betsy Feifs 6242 Dello Street Durham, NC 27712 477-3148
Theta Nu Xi Multicultural Sorority, Inc. Xi Theta Chapter	Commitment to and quality of leadership in school and community; awards/honors; academic record; essay	$250	April 30	http://www.xi-theta.org Xi Theta Scholarship Fund c/o T. Worthen 7315 Calibre Park Drive Durham, NC 27707
Ayn Rand Essay Contest	Students in grades 11 & 12; submit an essay of 800-1600 words on Rand's The Fountainhead	Up to $10,000	April 26	http://www.aynrandeducation.com Ayn Rand Institute POB 57044 Irvine, CA 92619-7044
*Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.: Beta Phi Chapter	3.0 GPA; write a 500-700 word essay on assigned topic	Varies	April 25	Scholarship Committee Beta Phi Chapter Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. POB 2091 Durham, NC 27702
Alpha Delta Kappa: Gamma Beta Chapter	3.0 GPA; 800 SAT; attend NC college/university; interest in the field of education; evidence of community service; participation in extracurricular activities/clubs	$1,000	April 26	Janet Scott 2533 Bittersweet Dr. Durham, NC27705
*Durham Engineers’ Club	Achievement in leadership and scholarship particularly in science, technical or pre-engineering studies; plan to enroll in an engineering curriculum at a college/university with an accredited School of Engineering	$1,000	April 27	Dr. Jonathan Thornburg 309 Edward Street Durham, NC27701 541-5971 jwt@rti.org
*FOCUS	African American female; 2.5 GPA; community service involvement or experience	$1,000	April 30	FOCUS POB 52553 Durham, NC 27717
Bethesda Ruritan Club W.E. Rice	“C” or better GPA; financial need; preference to student living in Bethesda community	$12,000 over 4 years	April 30	Gail Kestner 1511 Pycroft Court Durham, NC27703
Bob R. McGuire Memorial	Write an essay; attend NC college/university or community college; at least one parent must be a member of the North Carolina Child Support Council or a client of the Child Support Program; “C” average	$1,000	April 15	http://www.nccscouncil.org Deborah Ricks Orange CountyCSE POB 8181 Hillsborough, NC27278
North Carolina Child Support Council	Write an essay; attend NC college/university or community college; at least one parent must be a member of the North Carolina Child Support Council or a client of the Child Support Program; "C" average	$1,000	April 15	Linda Flick, Child Support Agent Guilford County CSE 325 Russell Street High Point, NC 27260 919-560-8910
Creative Civitan Club Withrow Memorial	2.5 GPA; community involvement and/or employment; financial need	$1,000	April 25	Creative Civitan Club Attn: Audrey Dail POB 61941 Durham, NC 27715-1941 http://www.civitan.org
*National Council of Negro Women, Inc.	Community and church activities; accepted to HBCU	$800	April 5	National Council of Negro Women, Inc. 2511 West Cornwallis Road Durham, NC 27705
Bahama Ruritan Club Lewis Roberts Scholarship	Live within a 5 mile radius of the Bahama Ruritan Club building; essay	$1,000	April 30	Neil Frank 491-9742 nfrank@nc.rr.com
*Eta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Alpha Theta Chapter	2.5 GPA; outstanding achievement in school and the community	$1,000	April 30	Marilyn Cash Alpha Theta Chapter Scholarship Committee 63 Enesco Circle Durham, NC 27703 596-9726
HENAAC Scholars	Hispanic origin and/or must significantly participate in and promote organizations and activities in the Hispanic community; Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (or related) major; 3.0 GPA	Up to $5,000	April 30	http://www.GreatMindsinSTEM.org Kathy Borunda-Barrera 323-262-0997
Jesse L. Jackson, Sr. Fellows	3.0 GPA; ability to overcome obstacles to achieve academic success	$5,000	April 30	http://www.pushexcel.org Sheila Williams, Rainbow PUSH Executive Director 504-529-4229
National Conference of Black Mayors	2.7 GPA; community involvement; write an essay	$1,000	April 30	Evelyn Scott 101 City Hall Plaza Durham, NC27701 919-560-1265
Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 530	Child, stepchild, grandchild or step grandchild of a veteran who served in the United States military during Vietnam era; write an essay	$500	April 30	Howard DuBose (DSA) 400 N. Duke Street Durham, NC27701 919-560-3926 x. 23493
Will to Win	Have asthma; have achieved a level of excellence in one of the following: performing arts, community service, athletics, visual arts or science; have received at least one award related to entry category; 3.5 GPA	$5,000	April 30	http://www.willtowinscholarship.com
Ricky Dorsey	2.5 GPA; active in community service; resident of the Bahama Fire District	$500	April (varies)	Guidance Counselor

MAY

SCHOLARSHIP NAME	REQUIREMENTS/CRITERIA	AWARD	DEADLINE	CONTACT
Alpha Kappa Alpha: Alpha Zeta Omega Chapter	3.0 un-weighted GPA; open to males and females; demonstated outstanding achievement and community involvement	Varies	May 1	Veronica B. Johnson 114 Alnick Ct. Durham, NC 27712 leeveejohnson@nc.rr.com
Jake Wicker (UNC-CH)	Have at least one parent who has been continuously employed full-time by a NC city or county government for at least 5 years; financial need	$1,000	May 1	Send a letter of application to: Wicker Scholarship, UNC-CH Scholarships and Student Aid POB 1080 Chapel Hill, NC 27514 torie_davis@unc.edu 843-1619
NC Dropout Prevention Association	Above average scholastic performance; good character; financial need	$500	May 1	John Reimer 12068 NC Highway 62 South Burlington, NC 27217
Pfizer Epilepsy	Be under a physician's care for epilepsy	$3,000	May 1	http://www.epilepsy-scholarship.com
Ruffin/Edwards Academic Development Scholarship (READS)	Be a resident of public housing and be named as an occupant on the current lease prior to submitting application; acceptance letter from a college or university	Up to $800/year	May 1	READS Attn: Resident Services Department 330 East Main St., POB 1726 Durham, NC 27701
Nurse Education Scholarship Loan Program	Financial need; must work for a minimum of 6 months as a full time licensed nurse in NC	Varies	Varies	http://www.cfnc.org/NESLP
Nurse Scholars Program	3.0 GPA; leadership potential; desire to practice nursing on a full-time basis in NC	Varies	Varies	1-800-700-1775 http://www.cfnc.org/NSP
FOCUS Organization, Inc.	2.5 un-weighted GPA; African American female; involved in community service projects; accepted to NC college/university	$1,000 (4 year college); $500 (community college)	May 7	FOCUS Organization Attn: Scholarship Committee POB 52553 Durham, NC 27717
Delta Kappa Gamma: Beta Kappa Chapter	Plan to enter the teaching profession	$400 renewable	May 10	Linn Lopez 5401 Kemp Rd. Durham, NC27703
Maggie Morris	2.5 GPA; interested in business or risk management	$300	May 10	Judith G. Adcock 596-6720 Jadcock8@nc.rr.com
North State Law Enforcement Officers’ Association	2.5 GPA; major in Criminal Justice or related field; active in the community, church and/or school activities	Varies	May 15	James Hardy NSLEOA POB 28597 Raleigh, NC27611
Anthony "AJ" Pegram	2.5 GPA; community involvement through service and activities; essay	$500	May 13	http://anthonypegramscholarship.webs.com Anthony "AJ" Pegram Scholarship Committee 2929 S. Roxboro St. Durham, NC 27707
SunTrust Off to College	Seniors only; register online as early as September for the bi-weekly drawing	$1,000	May 13	http://www.offtocollege.info
*Nordstrom Ten4U	Junior; 2.7+ GPA; participation in school and community activities; leadership	$10,000	May 1	http://shop.nordstrom.com/c/nordstrom-cares-scholarship
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.: Alpha Zeta Omega Chapter Debutante Cotillion	Single, never married female; not a parent; 2.5 GPA; non-refundable application fee of $30; participate in cotillion program activities and cotillion ball preparation activities	Varies	May 21	Cotillion Scholarship Program Committee 4222 Fayetteville Road Durham, NC 27713
*Research Triangle Park Black Diversity Network Group	African American; 2.75 GPA; involved in community service; planning to attend a two or four-year college; parent/guardian of applicant can NOT be an IBM employee	Varies	May 4	RTP Black Diversity Network Group Scholarship Commitee POB 12887 Durham, NC 27709 rtp_bdng_scholarship@yahoo.com
Sigma Pi Phi ~ Alpha Tau Boule of Durham	African American male; 3.5 GPA for scholarship or 2.8-3.4 GPA for grant; leadership qualities and potential; commitment to service; financial need	$5,000	May 20	Sigma Pi Phi- Alpha Tau Boule Archon Wendell M. Davis 5511 Woodberry Rd. Durham, NC 27707

JUNE

SCHOLARSHIP NAME	REQUIREMENTS/CRITERIA	AWARD	DEADLINE	CONTACT
Brilliant Future Scholarship at Aveda Institute	Essay; two before and after pictures of models	$500	June 1	http://www.avedachapelhill.om
Future Black Men of America, Inc.	African American male; 3.0 GPA; accepted to 4 year college/university; financial need; community service	Laptop computer	June 1	http://www.futureblackmen.org/scholarships.htm Future Black Men of America, Inc. 9660 Falls of Neuse Rd. Suite 138-336 Raleigh, NC27615
Knights of Columbus/LAMB Foundation	2.8 GPA; pursue a degree in Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Recreational Therapy, Psychology, Special Education, Nursing or Speech/Language Pathology; intend to work with persons with developmental disabilities after college graduation	$1,000	June 1	http://www.oberrycenterfoundation.org/grantscom.htm Monnie Lunsford 581-4187
National Association of Women in Construction	Female; plan to pursue a career in construction-related field		June 1	http://www.nawic.org Laura Seaver 15 Reynard Place Hillsborough, NC27278 384-7093
Miss North Carolina Teen USA	Female; age 14-19	Varies; up to full academic scholarship to High PointUniversity	June 9	http://www.rpmproductions.com State Pageant Office 541 Holley Lake Road Aiken, SC29803
USA Luxury Tours	Financial need; write an essay	Varies; $500 minimum	June 15	USA Luxury Tours Scholarship POB 52392 Durham, NC27717
Balanced Man at UNC-Chapel Hill	Freshman male at UNC-Chapel Hill; exemplify sound body, sound mind	Up to $1,000	June 30	http://www.sigepunc.com
BBG Communications	2.5 GPA; two essays	$1,000	June 30	http://www.breylancommunications.com

JULY

SCHOLARSHIP NAME	REQUIREMENTS/CRITERIA	AWARD	DEADLINE	CONTACT
NC Reach	Student eligibility: aged out of NC foster care at age 18 or adopted from NC foster care after age 12; attend NC college, university or community college	Full scholarship	Apply beginning July 1	1-800-585-6112 ncreach@orphan.org http://www.NCReach.org

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