All scholarship information is also available on the MRHS website under the link “School Counseling”. Please be sure to check there for quick links to applications and new scholarships that didn’t make this list!
Please be sure to report all scholarship to Mrs. Pierce as you receive them even if you do not plan to use them! Bring a copy to guidance or email your scholarship award letter to
SCHOLARSHIP SEARCH ENGINES AND RESOURCES
DECEMBER SCHOLARSHIP REMINDERS
December 18 – NFIB Young Entrepreneur Award
Ongoing – SunTrust Off to College Scholarship Sweepstakes
Ongoing – Wells Fargo CollegeSTEPS Sweepstakes
JANUARY & FEBRUARY SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES AT A GLANCE
January 1 – UNCG Teacher Education Fellows Scholarship
January 5 – Eugene McDermott Scholars Program, University of Texas at Dallas
January 7 - GE- Reagan Foundation Scholarship
January 10 – Elon University Fellows Academic & Scholarship Programs
January 15 – Meredith College Teaching Fellows Program
January 15 – Mensa Education and Research Foundation Scholarship
January 15 – SAE Engineering Scholarship
January 15 – North Carolina Hispanic College Fund
January 20 – Ronald McDonald House Charities Scholarship
January 21 – Polly Holliday Theatre Scholarship
February 1 - KFC Colonel’s REACH Educational Grant Program
February 1 – Shirley Rabb Winston Scholarship in Voice
February 1 – Naomi Winston Scholarship in Art
February 1 – AXA Achievement Community Scholarship
February 1 – Crumley Roberts Scholarships
February 1 – The America’s Farmers Grow Ag Leaders Scholarship Program
February 1 - Jagannathan Scholarship
February 1 - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Committee, Inc. Scholarship
February 10 – Elon University Odyssey Scholars Program
February 10 – Auburn University Scholarships
February 11 – Courageous Persuaders Video Scholarship
February 12 – Weddington Optimist ClubEssay Contest
February 13 – Jerry McGee Endowed Scholarship
February 13 – Charlie Adams Endowed Scholarship
February 13 – Clary Student Medal Award
February 13 –Henry S. and Carolyn Adams Scholarship Fund
February 15 – The National Co-op Scholarship Program
February 15 - AFA Teens for Alzheimer’s Awareness College Scholarship
February 25 – Create-A-Greeting Card Scholarship
February 25 – Michael A. DeMayo Scholarship
February 26 – Regions Riding Forward Essay Contest
February 27 – Buick Achievers Scholarship
ASAP – T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood – Associates Degree Scholarship Program
Ongoing – Sun Trust Off to College Scholarship Sweepstakes
***January and February Scholarship Deadlines***
UNCG Teacher Education Fellows Scholarship and Enrichment Program
The UNCG Teacher Education Fellows Program awards scholarships up to $20,000 distributed incrementally over four years of study at UNCG. In addition to scholarships, the UNCG Teacher Education Fellows Program includes a variety of other benefits, including integrated seminars, networking events, community engagement opportunities, and leadership development. Fellows also live in relative proximity to one another as part of the Residential Colleges or Lloyd International Honors College. Additionally, Fellows study abroad during their sophomore year as part of the global focus of the program. To be eligible for participation in the UNCG Teacher Education Fellows Program, a student must be a North Carolina resident and should have at least a 3.80 weighted cumulative high school GPA and a minimum SAT score of 1100 (verbal and math) or ACT composite score of 24. If you meet these criteria, apply for a spot in this scholarship program by completing the UNCG Teacher Education Fellows Application. Priority will be given to those applications (to both the University and the Program) received by January 1, 2016. For more information, visit
Eugene McDermott Scholars Program – University of Texas at Dallas
Amount: The McDermott Scholars Program covers all expenses of an academic education at The University of Texas at Dallas, in concert with a diverse array of intensive extracurricular experiences, including internships, travel, and cultural enrichment. Criteria: McDermott Scholars are selected on their promise of being leaders for Dallas, the United States, and the world community during the 21st century. Eligibility requirements include: 1450 or higher on the two part SAT (verbal and math); 33 or higher on the ACT; First-time college freshman; AP, IB, CLEP, and Dual-Credit acceptable; Long records of community volunteerism and leadership in school; Broad and eclectic interests in science, literature, and the arts; and Social skills to interact easily with adults as well as peers. Deadline: The McDermott Scholars application must be completed and submitted online by January 5, 2016. How to Apply: Please visit more information and to complete an application online. McDermott Scholars applicants must apply to UT Dallas before January 5, 2016.
GE- Reagan Foundation Scholarship
Amount: $10,000.00/renewable for four years. Criteria: This program annually rewards numerous college-bound students who demonstrate exemplary leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship. These candidates should demonstrate President Reagan’s vision to lead, serve, and pursue a life of progress, both individually and for their communities. Deadline: January 7, 2016. Visit for more details.
Elon University Fellows Academic & Scholarship Programs
Amount: $5,000.00 - $13,500.00/renewable Criteria: Academic and scholarship programs exist in these six challenging programs: Honors Fellows for students in any major, Elon College Fellows, Business Fellows, Communications Fellows, Teaching Fellows, and Isabella Cannon Leadership Fellows. In each of these programs, you will have exceptional learning opportunities such as: Special courses and faculty mentoring, Housing options such as a living-learning community for Fellows, paid research assistantships or internships, and scholarships ranging from $5,000 to $13,500 per year. Deadline: You must complete an application to the university AND a Fellows application by January 10, 2016. How to Apply: Please visit for more instructions and to access an application.
Meredith College Teaching Fellows Program
Meredith College, an all-women’s college in Raleigh, NC, will offer this program to North Carolina students committing to a profession in teaching. The program includes several enrichment opportunities including: 2-year internships in one of the nation’s leading school systems, an honors core of 15-17 semester hours, including an honors thesis, seminars on current topics in education, and Focus on Excellence cultural and social events. The deadline to apply for the Meredith College Teaching Fellow Program is January 15, 2016. To apply to the Meredith College Teaching Fellows Program, visit
Mensa Education and Research Foundation Scholarship
Mensa Foundation awards more than $87,000/year in scholarships. They are awarded on the basis of an essay that describes the applicant’s career, vocational, and/or academic goals along with information that shows how the applicant intends to achieve the stated goal. The general scholarships are unrestricted as to age, race, gender, level of education, grade point average, or financial need.An applicant does not need to be a member of Mensa, but must be a U.S. citizen or a legal resident. Some scholarships may have specific restrictions, e.g., major or area of study. To be eligible for a Mensa Member scholarship, the applicant must be a current dues-paid American Mensa member or a dependent of a member; the application must include the Mensa member’s name.Eligible students are those who will be pursuing a degree program in an accredited U.S. college or university during the academic year following their application.
Applications due by January 15th, 2016. For more information please visit
SAE Engineering Scholarship
The SAE Engineering Scholarship(s) are intended for high school seniors who plan to earn a degree in engineering or a related science. You must be a citizen of the United States at the time of application and meet minimum requirements with regard to GPA, SAT and/or ACT scores outlined in the individual requirements of each scholarship (please read details and comply with requirements for each scholarship).**To apply for these scholarships visit . Application Deadline January 15, 2016.
North Carolina Hispanic College Fund
The North Carolina Society of Hispanic Professionals established this charitable fund at Triangle Community Foundation to benefit Hispanic students in North Carolina. The North Carolina Hispanic College Fund awards annual scholarships worth between $500 and $2,500. Scholarships recipients are recent graduates of North Carolina high schools who are of Hispanic/Latino background. Recipients of a NC Hispanic College Fund scholarship must enroll in a degree program at a community college or a 2 or 4 year college/university and be committed to public service and community development. To be eligible, students must have a minimum 2.5 GPA or higher; provide two letters of recommendation from a high school teacher, principal, pastor, employer, or other community leader; submit an official high school transcript; and complete a personal statement of no more than 500 words. For more information, and to apply, please visit:.Deadline: January 15, 2016.
Ronald McDonald House Charities U.S. Scholarship Program
A partnership between Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) and its local Chapters opens the door to higher education for graduating high school seniors who have financial need to pay for college. The RMHC scholarship program seeks to invest in students who are exemplary role models in their communities and have the initiative to fulfill their educational goals. Apply today and move one step closer to a brighter future! Please visit for complete program details and eligibility requirements. Application deadline is January 20, 2016.
Polly Holliday Theatre Scholarship
This $1,000 scholarship is available to provide serviced and educational programs for those individuals and organizations engaged in theatre in the southeast. In order to apply the applicant must be a high school senior planning to attend a college or university with the intent of majoring in the theatre arts. To apply go to:
Thedeadline is January 21st, 2016.
KFC Colonel's REACH Educational Grant Program
KFC Colonel's REACH Educational Grant Program helps KFC restaurant hourly Team Members and Shift Supervisors pursue their educational dreams. These $2,000 grants help Team Member recipients attend accredited four-year and two-year colleges, as well as trade/vocational schools. Winners are selected via a competitive application process and may reapply each year. The scholarship opens February 1 and closes March 17, 2016.
The Shirley Rabb Winston Scholarship in Voice
In honor of Shirley Rabb Winston, an annual scholarship has been established and made available through The National Society of Arts and Letters to young vocal artists between the ages of 16 and 22. Applicants must demonstrate exceptional talent and promise of future success. The scholarship funds are only for private study, for special training or for personal advancement in the applicant’s future career. The funds are not for college tuition, housing or travel. The maximum amount awarded to an applicant is $5,000. In most years as many as eight to ten scholarships are awarded in varying amounts. Application deadline is February 1, 2016. Visit for more information and application.
The Naomi Winston Scholarship in Art
In honor of Naomi Winston, an annual scholarship has been established and made available, through the National Society of Arts and Letters, to young visual artists between the ages of 16 and 22. Applicants must demonstrate exceptional talent and promise of future success. The scholarship funds are only for private study, for special training or for personal advancement in the applicant’s art medium. They can be used for workshops, museum programs, summer programs, etc. The funds are not for college tuition, housing or travel. The maximum amount awarded to an applicant is $5,000. In most years as many as eight to ten scholarships are awarded in varying amounts. Application deadline is February 1, 2016. Visit for more information.
AXA Achievement Community Scholarship
Up to 12 winners nationwide, Scholarship of $2,500. Only first 10,000 applications will be accepted so apply early! The deadline to apply is February 1, but if 10,000 applications are received before then, the system will close to new applications automatically. An AXA Achiever must demonstrate: ambition and drive; determination to set and reach goals; respect for self, family and community; and ability to succeed in college. Please visit the AXA Achievement website at for more information and application.
Crumley Roberts Founder's and Next Step Scholarships
Crumley Roberts, LLP is a law firm with offices in several NC counties. Thesetwo Crumley Roberts Scholarships will provide financial assistance to outstanding NC high school seniors who will enroll at accredited colleges or universities in the fall of 2016. Eligibility: Graduating senior who will be attending a 4 or 2-year accredited college or university. Value: 6 - $2,500 scholarships will be awarded. Application Procedure: deadline for received application is February 1, 2016. The application is available only on the Foundation website at Additional questions may be directed to .
The America’s Farmers Grow Ag Leaders Scholarship Program
This scholarship provides rural students with the opportunity to earn a $1,500 scholarship to further their agricultural education. Learn more at GrowAgLeaders.com. The student application period runs November 15, 2014 through February 1, 2016. Students must be current FFA members, apply at FFA.org/scholarships and must have three farmers endorse their application to be eligible for the Grow Ag Leaders scholarship. The farmer endorsement period runs until February 8, 2016.
The Jagannathan Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to entering college freshmen on the basis of outstanding academic achievement, financial need, extracurricular activities and leadership qualities. Applicants must be admitted to a University of North Carolina institute prior to the final scholarship selection in May. Scholarship may be renewed annually. Application is due Feb. 1. In addition to application, a Financial Aid Profile of the College Scholarship Service must be completed. Alsoaccompanying the application must be a list of extracurricular activities, a one page signed statement about the applicant’s educational/career objectives, plans after college, and the contributionthe applicantplans to make to the State of North Carolina, two letters of recommendation andan official transcript. Visit CFNC.org for more info.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Committee, Inc. Scholarship
Criteria: The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Committee, INC is a non-profit organization. The committee is delighted to offer a scholarship to a deserving high school senior who wants to enhance his/her learning and/or training aptitude to a higher level. Amount of scholarship is determined by annual proceeds. Deadline: Application must be postmarked by the first Monday in February (Feb 1). How to Apply: To apply for this scholarship, please obtain an application by visiting:
Elon University Odyssey Scholars Program
Need-based scholarships awarded to prospective members of the Freshman Class. Students who complete the Watson and Odyssey Scholarship application will be considered for each of the following applicable scholarship opportunities: the Watson, Eure, Anonymous, Georgeo, MacMahon and Susan Scholarships. These scholarships range in value from $30,000 to $48,000 over four years and include grants up to $4,000 for global study, internships, service, research, or leadership. Applications are due February 10.
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Auburn University Scholarships
Students accepted for admissions to Auburn University must apply for scholarships through the Auburn University Scholarship Opportunity Manager (AUSOM) by February 10 to receive consideration for freshmen and General Scholarships awarded by the Office of University Scholarships and Departmental Scholarships awarded by Auburn’s colleges and schools.
Courageous Persuaders Video Scholarship
Any students in grades 9-12 (individual or team) are eligible to enter a 30 second commercial warning middle school students about the dangers of underage drinking. More than one commercial can be submitted by one student. On the National Level $2,000 is awarded as The New York Festival Award and $1,000 USA Today Award. Commercials must be 30 seconds long or less. A work cited page must be completed along with the final product. Deadline is February 11 and winners will be announced in May. Visit more detailed information and instructions.
The Weddington Optimist ClubEssay Contest
This contest is sponsored by Optimist International to give young people room to develop their own views around a central idea. In addition to the opportunity for written expression, participants have the chance to win a college scholarship! At the club level, the Weddington Optimists will be awarding cash prizes of $100, $50 and $25. The District winner will be awarded a $2,500 scholarship. The contest is open to students under age 19 who have not yet graduated high school or the equivalent. Interested students must prepare a 700-800 word essay on the topic. The 2015 topic is: “Lead by Example: Reality or Fiction”. Essays must be submitted to the club no later than February 12.
ContactBruce Sterrett, tel. 704-846-1443, email ith questions.
Jerry McGee Endowed Scholarship
The Jerry McGee Endowed Scholarship was created in honor of Jerry McGee for his 23+ years of service as executive director of the North Carolina Athletic Directors’ Association and made possible through donations from individuals and organizations. This award is unique because it honors both male and female student-athletes who are distinguished themselves by overcoming adversity and returned to excel beyond expectations in their scholastic athletic sport(s). A $1,000 cash award to further the student athlete’s educational endeavors will be presented during the NCADA Breakfast to be held in July in Greensboro, NC to one male and one female student athlete from a North Carolina High School Athletic Association member high school. Due February 13. Visit for more information and applications.
Charlie Adams Endowed Scholarship
The Charlie Adams Endowed Scholarship was created in honor of Charlie Adams, former Executive Director of the NCHSAA, and made possible through donations from individuals and organizations. A $1,500 award to further the student-athlete’s education will be presented at the NCHSAA Annual Meeting in May to one senior female participating on a varsity cross-country team at a NCHSAA member high school and one senior male wrestler participating on a varsity wrestling team at a NCHSAA member high school. Due February 13. Visit for more information and applications.
Clary Student Medal Award
The Clary Award was created in honor of Wilburn C. Clary, former school administrator and game official, and funded by the Eddie and Jo Allison Smith Family Foundation. A $2,000 cash award to further the student athlete’s educational endeavors will be presented at the NCHSAA Annual Meeting to one male and one female student athlete from a NCHSAA member high school.Due February 13. Visit for more information and applications.