Scholarship Newsletter

We would love to hear about any scholarships you've been offered! Please report anything you have been offered, even if you do not intend to accept it.

Please complete the form so that we can brag about all the Class of 2026 has accomplished! Reporting here ensures your invitation to your school's Senior Awards Night.

Complete the Graduate Grandstand form at the link above to share your accomplishments!

Admission to Ivy League colleges or Military Academies

Designation as a Merit Scholar semi-finalist or finalist

Being named a Park or Morehead-Cain Scholarship recipient

Receiving any other competitive scholarships or awards

Scholarship opportunities are organized by month and by due date. Make sure to give yourself plenty of time to gather necessary elements to apply.

15th - The OCA-UPS Gold Mountain Scholarship - Awardees of the scholarship seek dreams of higher education, which are not only the dreams of the students but also of their parents and extended family. This year, first-gen high school students who will be graduating high school and starting college/university in Fall 2026 will be awarded $2,000 each.

15th- UCB Family Epilepsy Scholarship - 30 scholarships of up to $5,000 each to students who are studying to receive a post-high school degree. 3 scholarships of up to $10,000 each will be awarded to applicants who demonstrate academic and person achievement.

15th- Dolphin Scholarship - ($4,000/113 awards) high school or college children and spouses of members or former members of the submarine force or those who have served in submarine support activities.

15th- 9/11 Promise Scholarship - ($15,000/5 awards) Children of a fallen first responder or military service member, OR children of a first responder or military service member certified as not being able to work. Minimum 2.0 unweighted GPA.

15th- IMANA Scholarships - ($5,000/12 awards) annually provides a one-time award to financially assist full-time students pursuing a career across one of the many healthcare paths available

17th- Univ. of North Georgia Army ROTC Scholarship - The Army ROTC scholarship pays either all tuition and fees or housing and food up to $12K a year. In return, recipients commission as Army officers in either the Active Duty Force, the Army Reserves or the National Guard.

18th- Wilburn Clary Medal - $3,000 Senior student-athlete participating on two (2) or more different varsity, NCHSAA sanctioned athletic teams during their high school career (9th - 12th). Must participate on a varsity athletic team during their senior year.

18th - The Alford Family Golf Scholarship - $1,000 to a senior varsity golf student-athlete participating at an NCHSAA member high school.

20th - Herter O'Neal NC Coop Extension Admin Professional Association (NCCEAPA) Scholarship - $750 awarded to honor the work of Edith Herter and Frences O'Neal, founding members of the NCCEAPA. Targeted toward student pursuing a degree in business or a business-related field.

20th- (local) Wilmington Delta Sigma Theta Sorority - Applications are open for area students who are high school seniors, enrolled in community college, or considered non- traditional students, who are returning to school to further their education. Well-rounded applicants who not only excel in the classroom, but also show leadership, and are service-oriented are encouraged to apply. The application is available here online.

20th - Everett & Trudy Suddreth Scholarship of Excellence Award - Must be a dependent of a permanent, full-time employee of a CFIC Retail, Wholesale or Supplier Member Company (includes Food Lion, Harris Teeter, Lowes Foods, Publix, etc).

20th - North Carolina Retail Merchants Association Scholarship Program - High School Seniors who are a spouse or dependent of a permanent, full-time employee of an NCRMA retail member company. Employee must be employed for at least one year as of 1/1/21. Any student who at a minimum is a part-time employee of an NCRMA retail member company for at least six months as of 1/1/21.

20th - (local) Wilmington Roadrunner Scholarship - ALL eligible seniors are encouraged to apply. We are looking for the heroes of our area high school running teams. Our program is not necessarily designed to reward the fastest runner; school records are not part of our selection criteria BUT, proven leadership and exemplary community involvement are!

25th - National Association for Black Veterans (NABVETs) Eligible applicants must be African American Cape Fear Area high school seniors who are children or grandchildren of US military veterans who have been accepted at a four-year college.

27th - (local) NHCS Board of Education sponsored Educational Pathways Scholarship
30th - NC Home Builders Workforce Development Regional Scholarship - Submit the application form and an advisor recommendation form for a chance at 1 of 8 available $1,000 scholarships. Can be considered for renewal after 1st year.

31st - Superpower Scholarship - Submit an online written response to the question: "Which superhero or villain would you want to change places with for a day and why?" (250 words or less)

31st - Self-Help Credit Union Community Scholarship

31st Humanity Rising awards scholarships to students who are creating a more compassionate and better world through service. High school students are eligible to apply. Our scholarships can be used for college or trade school.

31st - Tony Cullen Memorial Endowed Scholarship opens Feb. 14 - This scholarship is given in memory of former player, coach, and official, Tony Cullen. Tony Cullen, a former Chapel Hill resident, played and coached lacrosse at Duke University

31st - League of Women Voters of Lower Cape Fear Scholarship - The LWVs is offering a $1000 scholarship to a graduating senior attending a New Hanover County High School who is planning to attend a 2 , 4 year or technical college. Produce and upload a video in response to prompts.

31st - NC School Resource Officers Scholarship - awards 8 regional grants of $500 paid directly to the college or university; click here for guidelines

31st - CPP Marine Science Scholarship - $1,000 scholarship is designed to help college students pursuing a degree in marine science, marine biology, or another marine-focused discipline achieve their academic and career goals.

31st - The Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War - two $2,500 scholarships annually for tuition and books to high school seniors and college students (male or female) contingent upon their enrollment at an accredited four-year college or university prior to December 31st of the year the scholarship is granted.

31st - NC Association of Rescue and Emergency Medical Services - The North Carolina Association of Rescue and Emergency Medical Services, Inc. awards each year, thirty (30) $15,000.00 scholarships to thirty (30) outstanding high school graduates.

1st - Redefining Victory Scholarship - $2,500 (8 awards) for students with a commitment to improvement and a resilience in the face of challenges and hardships. To apply, submit a 2 minute video describing what success looks like for you and how this will help you achieve it.

1st - Maj. Gen. James Ursano Scholarship - formerly the Army Emergency Relief Scholarship available to assist children of soldiers in obtaining their first undergraduate degrees. Applicants may receive assistance for up to four academic years of full-time study but must meet eligibility criteria and reapply each year.

1st - (film & radio due date) Hunter Garner Scholarship: Yellow Light Project - $2,000 billboard & radio, $8,000 film: an advertising competition created to honor Hunter Garner and to put a stop to one of the leading causes of death – car crashes. The scholarship has grown from a film competition to include billboard and radio.

1st - Herbert Lehman Education Fund Scholarship - $3,000/yr renewable: highly competitive scholarship that makes annual awards to qualified, outstanding undergraduate and law school students.

1st - Zonta Young Women in Leadership Award - $5,000 (formerly the Young Women in Public Affairs Award) recognizes young women, ages 16-19, for demonstrating leadership skills and commitment to public service and civic causes, and encourages them to continue their participation in public and political life.

3rd - National Utility Contractors Association of the Carolinas - $2,500 & $5,000 to provide training or continuing education for those interested in or already working in construction

3rd - Specialty Equipment Market Association Memorial Scholarship Fund- up to $5,000: scholarships for students in the automotive industry, partnering on incredible investments in developing student talent. For incoming freshmen or continued enrollment in college, university, or post-secondary career/tech schools.

3rd - NC A & T Wilmington Alumni Chapter Scholarship - (local) admitted students should apply; applications must be mailed so please plan ahead!

3rd - Society of American Military Engineers - (local) The Cape Fear Post annually awards a cash scholarship to one outstanding area high school senior who is planning to pursue an engineering, architectural, or STEM related degree.

5th - US Geospatial Intelligence Foundation Scholarships - (multiple awards, various amounts) supports individuals who demonstrate a passion for geospatial intelligence, geospatial sciences, and related disciplines. Students studying Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT) and related disciplines including geospatial science, remote sensing, intelligence studies, earth science, and more are encouraged to apply..

TBD - Hoggard PTSO Scholarship - six (6) awards, $500 each, non-renewable (Hoggard only)

10th - Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Wilmington NC Alumni Chapter - (local) merit-based and awarded to qualified graduating High School male students with a consideration of financial need.

10th - Zeta Rho Zeta Graduate Chapter Scholarship - awarded to female high school seniors with a minimum 3.0 GPA who embody the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. ideals of scholarship, service, sisterhood, and finer womanhood. The scholarship application and the required documents must be submitted by April 10 by midnight via email only to zpz2ndvp@gmail.com

15th - The Laney High School PTSA Sponsored Scholarship - two (2) $500 (Laney only)

15th - Al O'Briant Scholarship (Laney Boosters) $1,500 (Laney only)

15th - Maryann K. Nunnally Scholarship (Laney Boosters) $1,500 (Laney only)

15th - Island Men Scholarship - awarding five $2,500 scholarships to individuals in the Ashley school zone who are attending an accredited program of higher education (including CFCC) or a trade school. (Ashley only)

15th - Skechers Scholarship - over $300,000 across multiple scholarships available for

• Financial Hardship
• Academic Excellence
• Promising Leadership
• Athletic Performance

15th - The Scott and Kim Verplank Foundation - provides annually, renewable college scholarships to students beginning their undergraduate studies of up to $10,000 to be used toward tuition, student fees, and books. Applicants must have a childhood diagnosis of Type 1 Diabetes along with other qualifying criteria

23rd - Student-View Scholarship Program - multiple scholarships available from Student Insights - a company that works to help colleges and universities connect more effectively with high school seniors.

24th - NCCU Cape Fear Area Alumni Scholarship - $1,000 For prospective students attending NC Central University.

26th - National Association For Black Veterans (NABVETS) Scholarship Wilmington Chapter: (local), $500, African American Cape Fear area high school student, child or grandchild of a US Veteran, and accepted to a 4 year institution

26th - National Center for Learning Disabilities Scholarships: two (2) $10,000 awards - To be eligible a student must:
A) Be a graduating high school senior who will enroll in a full-time bachelor’s degree program.
B) Have a documented learning disability.

27th - Wilmington Omega Foundation Scholarship Omega Psi Phi Scholarship Program: (local), $250, continuing education of young males through mentoring and financial support

30th - NHC-NAACP Scholarship Award Program (local) - two (2) $2,000 scholarships awarded in memory of Guy A. Cardwell Jr.; one (1) $500 scholarship in honor of Dr. Bertha B. Todd given to graduating seniors of NHCS who are willing to become active members of the NAACP NHC Youth Council.

TBD - Class of 1972 Hoggard/NHHS Scholarship - award varies, non-renewable (Hoggard or NHHS only) - see those school's tabs for the link to your school's application)

30th The North Carolina Hispanic College Fund - Established charitable fund at the Triangle Community Foundation to benefit Hispanic students in North Carolina.

30th - William H. Craig Scholarship- (local) $2,500 Senior who exemplifies integrity and is in need of financial assistance for college.

30th Guru Engineering Tech Scholarship - a $2,000 award for a graduating senior who has been shaped by the challenge of Science Olympiad

30th - Lyndsey Scott Coding Scholarship - $5,000 - 5 Awards - To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
A) Self-identify as a Women, LGBTQIA+, and/or BIPOC student.
B) Plan to study computer science or a closely related major.

30th - Air & Space Forces Association Scholarships - $10,000 - 11 Awards To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
A) Be a dependent of an Active, Guard, Reserve, Veteran, or retired members of any service branch.
B) Be pursuing a degree at an accredited college or university in the Fall of 2026.

30th - American Culinary Federation Scholarships - $2,500 – 10 Awards To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
A) Be a high school senior on pace to graduate in 2026.
B) Be currently accepted to an accredited institution with a culinary arts, pastry, or foodservice-related major.

30th - National Grocers Association (NGA) Foundation Scholarships - $3,000 - 21 Awards To be eligible a student must:
A) Be majoring in Business, Food Management, Accounting, Human Resources, IT, or other focuses leading to a career in grocery.
B) Be enrolled or accepted as a full-time undergraduate or graduate student in the upcoming academic year.

30th - General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant - $4,000 - 50 Awards To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
A) Be the child of a U.S. Air Force or U.S. Space Force member.
B) Be enrolled or accepted as a full-time undergraduate student in the upcoming academic year.

30th - Veterans United Foundation Scholarship - $3,000 - 10 Awards To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:
A) Be currently enrolled or planning to enroll in an accredited college or university for the upcoming semester.
B) Be a surviving child of a deceased servicemember.

30th - Sara Scholarship - $2,500 – 12 Awards To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Be a female high school senior eligible to graduate.
B) Play golf as a hobby or as part of a team, work at a golf course, as a caddy or in a pro shop.

C) Maintain a strong academic record (GPA 3.3+)

30th - American Bus Association Foundation Scholarships - $5,000 - 21 Awards To be eligible for the scholarship a student must:

A) Be enrolled or accepted as a full-time undergraduate or graduate student in the upcoming academic year.
B) Have a GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

Scholarships and grants are helpful ways to fund your college education. They provide you with free money that can go towards tuition or other educational expenses. Here are some sites that help organize and streamline the process.

For some scholarship opportunities, schools are asked to nominate students and are limited in the number of nominees per school. Other scholarship opportunities are specific to a high school or a local organization. Those opportunities are curated and available in the Scholarship Google Classroom. Please keep your email notifications turned on so that when a new scholarship or other opportunity is posted, you will be notified. Use the button below to join! Make sure to use your school email address when you join so you will be able to access all materials.

(This site is designed for students - family members are welcome to join to help keep up with opportunities, but some documents and links may not work because settings are locked for NHCS email accounts.)

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