North Carolina Scholarships
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ASHRAE James R. Bullock Scholarship
The James R. Bullock Scholarship, administered by the American Society of Heating, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), offers one $5,000 scholarship to an undergraduate mechanical or architectural engineering student.
- Amount
- $5,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- 3
- Deadline
- December 1
ASHRAE Region IV Benny Bootle Scholarship
The ASHRAE Region IV Benny Bootle Scholarship of $5,000 is an annual scholarship for qualified undergraduate pre-engineering, engineering, or architecture students attending a post-secondary educational institution.
- Amount
- $5,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- 3
- Deadline
- December 1
ASHRAE Rusty & Debbie Hoffman Family Scholarship
The $5,000 scholarship is for an undergraduate mechanical or architectural engineering student enrolled at or graduated from a school in ASHRAE Region IV (North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia).
- Amount
- $5,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- 3
- Deadline
- December 1
EESI Future Climate Leaders Scholarship Program
Students at HBCUs can apply for up to $5,000 in awards each academic year to pursue programs related to environmental science, clean energy, and climate policy at EESI-accredited institutions.
- Amount
- $5,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- 2.75
- Deadline
- January 12
Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarships
The Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarship offers need-based scholarships of between $500 and $5,000 to graduating high school seniors or students currently enrolled in accredited colleges in the U.S.
- Amount
- $500–$5,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 48 winners
- Required GPA
- 3
- Deadline
- February 7
- Winner announcement
- April 2023
Porter Fleming Literary Competition
The Porter Fleming Literary Competition grants the amount of $7,000 to 12 individuals who exhibit skill in fiction, nonfiction, poetry, or one-act playwriting.
- Amount
- $250–$1,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 12 winners
- Required GPA
- Any
- Deadline
- February 13
- Winner announcement
- April 2023
Charlotte Mecklenburg Emergency Services Scholarship
The Foundation For The Carolinas offers the Charlotte Mecklenburg Emergency Services Scholarship to undergraduates interested in pursuing a career in emergency services, nursing, or law enforcement.
- Amount
- $500–$2,500
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- 2.5
- Deadline
- March 3
Advocates for African Americans Carolinas Scholarship
The scholarship awards $2,000 to a graduating high school student to pursue undergraduate study in engineering, computer science, accounting, finance, or business administration at universities in North or South Carolina.
- Amount
- $2,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- 3.5
- Deadline
- March 4
Clearwater-Robert M. Wilkinson Scholarship
The scholarship awards one $1,000 scholarship and free attendance to the NC One Water Annual Conference to a student pursuing a degree in construction management, engineering, environmental science, or business management.
- Amount
- $1,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- 3
- Deadline
- March 25
- Winner announcement
- June 2023
GHD Clean Water Fund Scholarship
The GHD Clean Water Fund Scholarship Program awards one $1,000 scholarship to postgraduate students in the fields of civil or environmental engineering. Applicants must be North Carolina residents.
- Amount
- $1,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- 3
- Deadline
- March 25
- Winner announcement
- June 2023
NC One Water Operator Scholarships
The One AWWA Operator Scholarship provides scholarship funds of $500 each to current water operators in North Carolina who plan to pursue a licensing or certification program.
- Amount
- $500
- Scholarships awarded
- 4 winners
- Required GPA
- Any
- Deadline
- March 25
- Winner announcement
- June 2023
Rivers & Associates, Inc. Clean Water Education Fund
The Rivers & Associates, Inc. Clean Water Education Fund Scholarship Program provides one $1,000 scholarship to an undergraduate student enrolled to pursue an engineering course focused on the water environment.
- Amount
- $1,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- 3
- Deadline
- March 25
- Winner announcement
- June 2023
The CMT Gives Back-Bova Family Scholarship
The scholarship awards one $1,000 scholarship with free attendance to the NC One Water Annual Conference to an undergraduate student studying engineering, construction management, or business management.
- Amount
- $1,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- 3
- Deadline
- March 25
The Crowder Construction Company Scholarship
The Crowder Construction Company Scholarship Program grants one $2,000 scholarship to undergraduates pursuing studies in the construction management, construction, and engineering fields. Applicants must be a resident of North Carolina.
- Amount
- $2,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- 3
- Deadline
- March 25
- Winner announcement
- June 2023
The Environmental Manufacturer’s Representative Scholarship Fund Scholarship
The program awards a scholarship of $1,000 to one student, residing in North Carolina, to pursue undergraduate studies in engineering with a specialization in water and wastewater.
- Amount
- $1,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- 2.75
- Deadline
- March 25
- Winner announcement
- June 2023
The Les and Elaine Hall Water Environment Stewardship Fund Scholarship
The Les and Elaine Hall Water Environment Stewarded Fund Scholarship provides up to $1,000 to a student in North Carolina to obtain a degree in engineering or water-related professions.
- Amount
- $1,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- 3
- Deadline
- March 25
The Lynn and Lars Balck Water Environmental Stewardship Fund
The program awards one $1,000 scholarship to an undergraduate student pursuing a degree in environmental engineering or -sciences with a concentration on water environment. Applicants must be North Carolina residents.
- Amount
- $1,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- 3
- Deadline
- March 25
- Winner announcement
- June 2023
The NC Safewater Fund Scholarship
The NC Safewater Fund Scholarship offers one $3,000 scholarship and free attendance to the NC One Water Annual Conference to a deserving undergraduate student in water-related degree programs.
- Amount
- $3,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- 3
- Deadline
- March 25
The NC Safewater Fund Scholarship/Carol Bond Scholarship
The $3,000 scholarship is awarded to one undergraduate student in water-related and public health degree programs. The award also includes free attendance to the NC One Water Annual Conference.
- Amount
- $3,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- 3
- Deadline
- March 25
National PCEA Ted G. Wilson Memorial Scholarship Foundation
PCEA offers the Ted G. Wilson Memorial Scholarship of $1,500 to four high school seniors in North and South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida to pursue degrees in construction.
- Amount
- $1,500
- Scholarships awarded
- 4 winners
- Required GPA
- Any
- Deadline
- March 31
Regions Riding Forward Scholarship Contest – College Students
The Regions Riding Forward Scholarship Contest awards 30 scholarships to undergraduate students who live in states with Regions' full service and are enrolled in undergraduate programs of their choice.
- Amount
- $3,500
- Scholarships awarded
- 30 winners
- Required GPA
- 2
- Deadline
- March 31
- Winner announcement
- July 31st, 2022
Regions Riding Forward Scholarship Contest – High School Seniors
The Scholarship Contest awards 30 scholarships to high school senior students who live in states with Regions' full service and plan to enroll in undergraduate programs of their choice.
- Amount
- $5,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 30 winners
- Required GPA
- 2
- Deadline
- March 31
- Winner announcement
- July 31st, 2022
Denise Halbach Performance Scholarship Award
The Denise Halbach Performance Scholarship awards $2,000 to a graduate student studying acting or musical theater. Students who graduated from universities in the SETC region can apply.
- Amount
- $2,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- Any
- Deadline
- April 1
- Winner announcement
- July 2023
Leighton M. Ballew Directing Award
SETC’s Leighton M. Ballew Directing Award provides one student with a $2,500 scholarship to study theater directing at a regionally accredited graduate school in the upcoming academic year.
- Amount
- $2,500
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- Any
- Deadline
- April 1
- Winner announcement
- September 2023
Marian A. Smith Costume Scholarship Award
The Marian A. Smith Costume Scholarship awards $1,500 to a graduate student studying costume design or technology. Applicants must have studied or will study at an SETC region institution.
- Amount
- $1,500
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- Any
- Deadline
- April 1
- Winner announcement
- July 2023
Robert Porterfield Scholarship Award
The Robert Porterfield Scholarship awards $2,000 to graduate students pursuing a degree in theatre. Applicants should have graduated from an undergraduate program at a university in the SETC region.
- Amount
- $2,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- Any
- Deadline
- April 1
- Winner announcement
- July 2023
Steve Bayless Undergraduate Scholarship
The Steve Bayless Undergraduate Scholarship awards $2,000 to one high school senior in the Southeastern Theatre Conference (SETC) region who will pursue studies in theater.
- Amount
- $2,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- Any
- Deadline
- April 1
- Winner announcement
- July 2023
William E. Wilson Scholarship Award
The William E. Wilson Scholarship awards $5,000 to a secondary school teacher pursuing graduate studies in theatre or speech and theatre. Applicants must be legal residents of any SETC state.
- Amount
- $5,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- Any
- Deadline
- April 1
- Winner announcement
- July 2023
Annabel Lambeth Jones Brevard College Merit Scholarship Fund
The Annabel Lambeth Jones Brevard College Merit Scholarship, ranging from $11,000 to $13,000, is available to a high school senior who is an incoming freshman at Brevard College.
- Amount
- $11,000–$13,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- Any
- Deadline
- April 18
- Winner announcement
- August 2023
Richard Goolsby Scholarship Fund
The Richard Goolsby Scholarship of $4,000 is available to an undergraduate student planning to pursue a career in the plastic industry or a graduate student pursuing a postgraduate degree.
- Amount
- $4,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- Any
- Deadline
- April 18
Community Service Scholarships
Preparing for college is an exciting time, but it can also be an overwhelming undertaking, especially for students graduating during a pandemic.
- Amount
- $500
- Scholarships awarded
- 50 winners
- Required GPA
- Any
- Deadline
- May 10
- Winner announcement
- July 2023
¡Lánzate!/Take Off! Higher Education Travel Award program
The ¡Lánzate!/Take Off! Higher Education Travel Award program offers 185 $1,500 flight e-passes to undergraduate and graduate students who travel away from home to study.
- Amount
- $1,500
- Scholarships awarded
- 185 winners
- Required GPA
- 2.5
- Deadline
- May 15
- Winner announcement
- July 8, 2023
SAWF Scholarship Program
The Southern Automotive Women's Forum Scholarship Program provides scholarships between $1,000 and $5,000 to women enrolled or who plan to enroll in a STEM-related field.
- Amount
- $1,000–$5,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- 2.5
- Deadline
- May 20
- Winner announcement
- July 28, 2023
Gordon Hay Scholarship Fund
It’s awarded to two deserving students with a record of scholarly achievement and commitment to community engagement, intending to pursue a career in community service, visual arts, and performing arts.
- Amount
- $5,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 1 winner
- Required GPA
- Any
- Deadline
- June 6
- Winner announcement
- July 1, 2023
North Carolina Chapter Scholarship
The NEWH North Carolina Chapter Scholarship offers an annual award of up to $5,000 to students pursuing a major in the hospitality industry at an institution in North Carolina.
- Amount
- $5,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 2 winners
- Required GPA
- 3
- Deadline
- June 10
Fourth Circuit Essay Contest
The United States Court Of Appeals For The Fourth Circuit offers the Fourth Circuit Essay Contest to high school students with awards of $1,000, $1,500, and $2,000.
- Amount
- $1,000–$2,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 3 winners
- Required GPA
- Any
- Deadline
- June 15
- Winner announcement
- August 2023
Study.com September Scholarships
The Study.com September Scholarships offer 30 students in any field of study from the United States or 25 specific states a $500 scholarship each to pursue their undergraduate studies.
- Amount
- $500
- Scholarships awarded
- 30 winners
- Required GPA
- Any
- Deadline
- September 1
- Winner announcement
- December
Greenhouse Scholars Program
The program awards high-achieving high school seniors in Georgia, Colorado, Illinois, New York, and North Carolina with scholarships for their undergraduate studies. The award is renewable for four years.
- Amount
- $5,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 39 winners
- Required GPA
- 3.5
- Deadline
- November 9
- Winner announcement
- April 19
Greenhouse Scholars Scholarship
The Greenhouse Scholars Scholarship is available to students from Colorado, Georgia, Illinois, New York, and North Carolina who need financial support to pursue a course of study.
- Amount
- $5,000–$20,000
- Scholarships awarded
- 34 winners
- Required GPA
- 3.5
- Deadline
- November 9
- Winner announcement
- April 19, 2023
North Carolina Scholarships
The State of North Carolina is in the southeastern region of the U.S. The capital city is Raleigh but its largest and most well-known city is Charlotte. It is known for its arts, culture and charming nature, and outdoor adventure. It is also well known for its advancements in aviation. Prospective students who are interested in studying in North Carolina can look forward to being immersed in a full-academic experience with promising opportunities for internships and jobs after.
Frequently asked questions
What are the top schools in North Carolina?
- Duke University
Duke University is a private institution located in Durham, NC. Duke offers 53 majors, 52 more minors, and 23 certificates. There are also over 78 graduate programs that students can choose from. One of the most popular majors at Duke University is Computer science. Have a look at these computer science scholarships if you are interested in majoring in computer science.
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
University of North Carolina(UNC) at Chapel Hill is a private institution located in Chapel Hill, NC. This top school offers more than 71 bachelor’s degrees,107 master’s, and 64 doctoral programs. The most popular major at UNC is Biology. Check out these science scholarships if this is what you hope to major in.
There are also more than 800 campus organizations for UNC students to get involved in outside of the classroom.
- Wake Forest University
Wake Forest University is a private institution located in Winston-Salem, NC. This top school offers undergraduate degrees in a choice of 45 majors and 30 master’s programs that students can choose from. The most popular major at NYU is Communications. Check out these communications scholarships if you are interested in this major. Wake Forest also has more than 250 campus organizations for students to get involved in outside of the classroom.
Most popular majors in North Carolina?
- Business Administration-Management
- Biology
- Mechanical Engineering
Where does North Carolina rank in education?
North Carolina ranks 31th on the list of most educated states and 35th on our list of states with the best and worst public school systems. Read our Scholaroo data reports for more information on the different factors that affect the ranking.