RHS Scholarship Bulletin 2022-23
RHS SCHOLARSHIP BULLETIN 2022-23
This regularly updated document shares information on scholarships that have been sent to the school directly from the sponsor, as well as information about some university sponsored and national scholarships. This bulletin is NOT an exhaustive list; students are advised to review the websites of all colleges to which they are applying for scholarship information specific to that school, as well as national scholarship search sites. If you are interested in any scholarships listed, please use the link to the website or follow instructions. Email asamek@wcpss.net with questions!
Try these reputable scholarship search links:
- CFNC.org scholarship search
- College Board scholarship search
- Wake County Public School System scholarship search
- FastWeb scholarship search
Scholarship/ Sponsor | Amount | Eligibility | Application | Deadline |
$10,000 | Criteria: • Current senior at a NC public high school • SECU member or eligible for membership through parent/guardian • NC resident & eligible for in-state tuition • Accepted to attend 1 of the 16 UNC system universities as a full-time undergraduate • Demonstrated scholastic achievement with a 2.5 or higher unweighted GPA on a 4.0 scale • Exhibited leadership, excellence of character, integrity, & community involvement • Filed FAFSA as part of the application | Applicants must return all documents electronically to asamek@wcpss for consideration. 1. Application 4.Letter of acceptance from UNC college | Feb 24, 2023 | |
$2000 | - open to young women - will attend 4-yr univ. - min SAT 1220 or - min ACT Compn 25 - top 10% of class | OPENS 12/1/22 Apply: https://apply.mykaleidoscope.com/scholarships/EuniceRiggins2023 | Mar 1, 2023 | |
NC Alpha Delta Kappa: Mary Rose Mills-Linda Rankin Memorial Scholarship | $2000 | - open to any student - will attend 4-yr univ. - min SAT 1290 or - min ACT Compn 27 - top 10% of class - good character - participation in extra-curricular | OPENS 12/1/22 Apply: https://apply.mykaleidoscope.com/scholarships/MaryRoseMemorial2023 | Mar 1, 2023 |
NC Alpha Delta Kappa: Clare Johnson Marley - Mary Earle Berger Memorial Scholarship | $2000 | - open to any student - will attend 4-yr univ. - major in FINE ARTS - min SAT 1220 or - min ACT Compn 25 - top 20% of class Samples of talent must be submitted with application | OPENS 12/1/22 Apply: https://apply.mykaleidoscope.com/scholarships/clarejohnsonscholarship23 | Mar 1, 2023 |
North Carolina Alpha Delta Kappa Student Achievement Scholarship | $2000 | - male or female - 2 or 4-yr college - SAT 990-1130 or ACT 20-24 - GPA 2.5 - 3.5 -good character, integrity, leadership potential and service to school, community and church | Mar 1, 2023 | |
Raleigh (NC) Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc Scholarship | $1000 | ● Be a United States citizen, reside in Wake County, North Carolina and has graduated or will graduate from an accredited Wake County High School. ● must be a minority male/female senior student ● Have a minimum 3.3 unweighted GPA or better on a 4.0 scale ● Upload a copy of your High School Transcript signed and dated by the submitting High School Administrator ●Two signed letters of recommendation on letterhead. ○ One letter of recommendation from school (teacher, counselor or administrator) ○ One letter of recommendation from a community organization (i.e. civic; Boy/Girl Scouts; Boys & Girls Club; etc.), place of employment, or faith based institution. ● Provide a PERSONAL STATEMENT not to exceed two typed pages, addressing in detail the following three key points. ○ Describe your career objectives and aspirations and how they relate to your chosen major. ○ Describe a situation or event that has shaped or influenced your understanding of yourself and/or others. ○ Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. fundamental purpose is ACHIEVEMENT.. What does this word mean to you and how will you apply it in the future? | Referral upload link | Mar 1, 2023 |
Triangle Community Foundation's 2023 scholarship | Varies | Mar 1, 2023 | ||
2023 Sigma Scholars, Inc. Scholarship | TBD | ~ Be a student in good standing with the high school Be a US citizen (subject to verification) ~Parent/Legal Guardian and/or Student must be a Wake County resident and be enrolled in a Wake County Public High School ~Be a high school senior accepted and planning to enroll in an accredited postsecondary institution* o (*Approved accredited institutions are defined as accredited, postsecondary two or four year colleges or universities in the United States. Proof of enrollment is a condition of eligibility for a scholarship award and will be required before funds will be disbursed.) | Interested students must complete the scholarship Application & the following: ~A 400-word maximum typed essay (see essay topic on application). ~2 letters of recommendation (one must be from a teacher, counselor, or school official). ~Official transcript of grades (2.8 GPA or higher required). ~Community Service (minimum of 30 hours) -- Must produce a signed letter as documentation from an org./church affiliation on official letterhead. ~Current photo of applicant | Mar 6, 2023 |
John Kirkman Honorary CTE Scholarship | $1500 $100 | Be a CTE concentrator Be a full-time student 3.0 unweighted grade point average (GPA) Be accepted into an accredited college or university | Mar 17, 2023 | |
LeeAnn Tuttle-Thomas Memorial CTE Scholarship | $1500 | Be a CTE concentrator Be a full-time student 3.0 unweighted grade point average (GPA) Be accepted into an accredited college or university | Mar 17, 2023 | |
Cary Woman’s Club Scholarship | $2500 | Applications must be postmarked no later than Monday, March 20, 2023. Send completed application to: Cary Woman's Club Scholarship Committee, P.O. Box 918, Cary, NC 27512 AND email an electronic copy to: fthomas002@nc.rr.com | Mar 20, 2023 | |
Hugh Morson Memorial Scholarship Fund | TBD | Applicants must: ~Be high school seniors ~Be residents of Raleigh, NC ~Demonstrate financial need ~Demonstrate academic achievement. ~Plan to attend full-time an accredited public or private, four-year college or university located in the United States. Additional Desired Qualifications: A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a weighted GPA scale | Mar 23, 2023 | |
Maude P. McInnes Extension & Community Educational Fund | TBD | 1. a resident of Wake County 2. continuing education at a NC college, university, community or technical school. Must be a full-time student w/ a minimum of 12 units per semester. The applicant is required to provide the Wake County Extension and Community Association with a letter of acceptance from the school. 3. GPA = 2.5 or better. 4. Special consideration will be given to applicants seeking careers in family consumer science or related fields. 5. Special consideration will be given to applicants currently enrolled / has been enrolled in a Family Consumer Science program, Future Homemakers of America, Family Consumer Science Related Occupation Association, 4-H member, or a relative of an Extension and Community Association member. | The applicant must complete the attached application and include the following: ✓ A letter of acceptance ✓ An official transcript in a sealed envelope signed by the school registrar ✓ 3 letters of reference are required (mailed separately or included in sealed envelopes with the application). Acceptable references are: Teacher, Principal, Guidance Counselor, Extension Agent, Pastor, Community Leaders, etc. Letters from parents ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE. | Mar 27, 2023 |
Robert N Styres Scholarship The Rotary Club of the Capital City | $ 4000/yr | ~ hard-working senior ~ has overcome an obstacle ~admitted to a 4yr school for fall 2022-23 | RHS is permitted to nominate 1 senior for this excellent opportunity. IFyou want to be considered for nomination from RHS, please complete this form by 3:00 pm on March 27, 2023 | Mar 27, 2022 |
Varies and can be renewed | Be a high student senior. Have a minimum unweighted GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale Be from Wake, Wayne or Brunswick County, NC. Demonstrate financial need. Have been enrolled in the local high school full time during his or her junior and senior year. Have demonstrated sincere interest in, and commitment to, pursue higher education. Demonstrated interest in enhancing personal potential. Demonstrate traits of high personal character and leadership. Be planning to attend full-time an accredited two-year or four-year college, university, technical, trade or professional school. | Apply at (OPENS JAN 31) | Mar 30, 2023 | |
HLAA Wake Chapter scholarship | $500 | •seeking acceptance or has been accepted at an accredited university, college or community college • Demonstrating self-advocacy skills and using technology for coping with hearing loss • Engaging in school and community activities Desirable personality traits in an applicant include confidence, enthusiasm, optimism, respect and responsibility. | Mar 31, 2023 | |
NC Association of School Resource Officers Scholarship | $500 | · High School Senior on track to graduate · Resident of NC · Minimum UnWeighted GPA of 2.5 | Mar 31, 2023 | |
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Knightdale-Wake Forest Alumnae | President’s Scholarship - $5000 KWF Five Points Scholarship - 4 $2500 scholarship | – African American HS (Wake County) and Collegiate Students in the Triangle – Minimum GPA 2.75 (All Scholarships) – Unweighted – Accredited 4 year and 2 year college – Transcripts: HS (Unofficial/Official required upon selection) Collegiate (Official Required upon application) | Apply for both! | Apr 7, 2023 |
The Gamma Lambda Chapter of Alpha Delta Kappa The Jane Smith/Brenda Marbell Scholarship | $1000 | ● To complete the entire application form ● To be in the top 25% of the senior class ● To include a transcript with first semester grades, test scores, and class rank ● To write an essay (without assistance and accompanied by verification that the essay was begun and completed in the presence of a teacher, counselor, or parent/guardian) on one of the topics found in the application. ● To include two letters of recommendation, one of which should be from a teacher who has taught the applicant | Forward completed applications to ADKGammaLambdaScholarship@gmail.com | Apr 12, 2023 |
Dr. Dumas A. Harshaw & Sharon Harshaw Legacy Scholarship | $2500 | Eligibility Requirements Education Level: HSl sr on track to graduate in June 2023 Race: African American GPA: 2.5 or higher Background: attends a WCPSS public high school Accepted or plans to attend one of the North Carolina Historically Black College or Universities (HBCU) | Apr 14, 2023 | |
DKG Phebe Harlan Emmons Grant-in-Aid | $1000 | - Young woman who is graduating from an accredited Wake County High School - Planning to attend a 4-year college or university in NC - Seeking a degree in Education Other criteria that will be considered in the final selection: - Academic Achievement - Character - Extracurricular Activities - Commitment to further education - Demonstrated commitment to the service of other | Apr 14, 2023 | |
Capital Financial Management Scholarship Award | $2000 | • Be currently enrolled in and on track to graduate from a Wake County Public High School by the Spring of 2023. • Have demonstrated outstanding academic performance and are interested in maintaining a career in the financial field. • Have been accepted/applied to a four-year college or university with the goal of pursuing a bachelor's degree. | How to Apply: • Submit a complete application form • Submit 1 letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor, administrator, mentor, or work supervisor that can specifically address your skills, abilities, and enthusiasm for the pursuit of a career in finance. • Provide a written essay (word limit, approx. 400 words) highlighting why you’re interested in the financial field including but not limited to insurance financial planning, accounting. *Please note, an interview may occur as a second-round screening for applicants. We will notify you if so. Submit to: amanda@capitalfinancialnc.com | Apr 15, 2023 |
TAMAM scholarship | $3000 | 1) Muslim 2) Resident of Triangle area of North Carolina 3) High School senior or current undergraduate student 4) Matriculation at accredited 2 or 4 year college 5) Gross family net income of $40k-$65k 6) Demonstrable consistent history of community service 7) Minimum current GPA of 3.5 8) References must be non-relative teachers, employers, or employees of affiliated community service organizations | Apr 15, 2023 | |
Crystal Creech Shepherd Memorial Scholarship Application | Varies | (1) Applicant must be a graduating female high school senior enrolling in a four-year College/University beginning Fall 2023. (2) Have maintained an unweighted (GPA) grade point average of 2.5. (3) Attend one of the below high schools OR live in Knightdale, Rolesville, Wake Forest, Wendell or Zebulon AND attend a Wake County charter, magnet, or private school. o East Wake High School o Heritage High School o Knightdale High School o Rolesville High School o Wake Forest High School (4) Submit verification of Fall 2023 full-time enrollment. (5) Complete online application including the following: o Personal Information o Academic Information o Leadership & Extracurricular Interest o Community Service Activities o Awards & Recognitions o Essay o Certification&vRelease of Information o Official High School Transcript o 2 Letters of Recommendation | Apr 16, 2023 | |
The Society of American Military Engineers Fort Bragg Post | Varies | To be eligible for a scholarship the applicant must meet the following requirements within an engineering, architectural, science, or construction management curriculum: (1) Be a high school senior residing in North Carolina or having graduated from a high school in North Carolina who has been accepted, or is planning to enroll, at an accredited college or university, (2) Have a minimum of a B average (3.0 on 4.0 scale) (3) Provide a completed application form with all required supporting information | Apr 18. 2023 | |
DV Alston Consultants Scholarship Information & Application | TBD | Any senior in good standing is eligible to apply. | Email application & essay components in one email to Mr. Dan Alston (dan@dvalston.com) & Mrs. Veronica Alston(veronica@dvalston.com). | Apr 19, 2023 |
2023 Raleigh Engineers Club Scholarship | The value is one semester of tuition at the in-state rate, plus the engineering school’s Program Enhancement Fee, totaling over $4.000.00 | ~ admitted to NCSU’s Engineering Program | application consists of: - The REC Scholarship Questionnaire - A pdf scan of your NCSU - College of Engineering Acceptance Letter - A pdf scan of your most current hs transcript - 1 Letter of recommendation from a faculty member familiar with you* Send the Questionnaire & one scan (PDF) of the Acceptance Letter & Transcript together, in ONE EMAIL, to the following address: GeorgeSharpeJr@gmail.com *The Letter of Recommendation should be emailed separately by the faculty member to the same email address used for the application. GeorgeSharpeJr@gmail.com | Apr 21, 2023 |
Wake Forest Guild of Artists Scholarship | $500 | Details - Please READ carefully before applying **Applicants must live in Wake Forest, NC | Apr 23, 2023 | |
Old North Education Foundation Scholarship | $1000 | - enrolled in and on track to graduate from a WCPSS High School by the Spring of 2023 - demonstrated outstanding academic, leadership, and interpersonal skills - accepted/applied to a 4-year college or university with the goal of pursuing a bachelor's degree in elementary or secondary education - provide information highlighting academic and extracurricular achievements /awards & relevant work /volunteer experience - Submit 2 letters of recommendation from teachers, counselors, administrators, mentors, or work supervisors that specifically address your skills, abilities, and enthusiasm for the pursuit of a career in education | Apply at: https://oldnortheducationfoundation.weebly.com/ | Apr 30, 2023 |
$1000 | ~ Residents of Alamance, Caswell, Chatham, Durham, Franklin, Granville, Harnett, Johnston, Lee, Moore, Nash, Orange, Person, Vance, Wake, and Wilson counties.~ been accepted to and registered as first-year college students for the 2023-2024 school year | SCROLL to the bottom to complete the online application! | May 5, 2023 | |
PAST DEADLINE SCHOLARSHIPS | ||||
DAR Scholarships | Varies with scholarship | More than 25 different merit, medical, and specific areas of study scholarships are offered. Find these here | Jan 31, 2023 | |
Florence Kidder Memorial Scholarship | Varies $800-$3000 Additional $3000 for Wake County students | The recipients will be selected on the basis of the merit of the essay, character, need, and scholastic record | 1. A completed application, answering all questions. 2. A separate listing of extracurricular activities, honors, community work and work experience. 3. A current photograph. 4. An unofficial transcript of grades, including first semester senior courses if possible and current GPA. 5. A letter of recommendation from 1 of the student’s teachers (scanned and in pdf format). 6. Original essay of 500 - 700 words on this year’s topic | Feb 5, 2023 |
JRF Scholarship | Up to $30,000 | ~promising college-bound, minority high school seniors | Jan 11,2023 | |
GFWC-NC Sallie Southall Cotten Scholarship | $1000 | ~ hs senior in NC ~ upper 25% of class rank ~ attending a 4-yr university ~US citizen or perm. resident | Must submit (with application) Recent photo Personal letter why student is continuing education 2 Letters (professional and school personnel) of recommendation HS transcript Copy of 2021 tax return OR FAFSA Summary | Jan 13, 2023 |
Burger King Scholarship | $1000-$4000 | For eligibility, selection process and awards please visit burgerking.scholarsapply.org/information.php TM & 2022 Burger King Corporation | Dec 15, 2022 | |
Park Scholarship NCSU | $116,000 | Outstanding accomplishments & potential in: -Scholarship -Leadership -Service -Character 4-year scholarship valued at $116,000 for in-state students including tuition and fees, room and board, books and supplies, travel, and personal expenses Grants for personal enrichment experiences, such as research projects, service activities, and conferences in the United States and abroad Guaranteed invitation to join the University Honors Program for all Park Scholarships Finalists | Nov 1, 2022 | |
Levine Scholars Program UNC | $105,000 | https://levinescholars.charlotte.edu/apply/nomination-application-process | If you are interested in being nominated for this essay/scholarship, please submit your Brag Sheet and contact Mrs. Samek by October 7, 2022. | Nov 1, 2022 UNCC application Nov 16,2022 Levine Scholars supplemental application |
DAR Good Citizens Scholarship | If you are interested in being nominated for this essay/scholarship, please submit your Brag Sheet and contact Mrs. Samek by October 15, 2022. | Nov 1, 2022 | ||
Cheatham-White Scholars Program @ NC A&T University | Fully-funded 4- yr scholarship | -US resident - Minimum 4.0 weighted GPA - Exceptional leadership and character -significantly involved in extracurricular activities -Strong commitment to service | Applicants should complete an application through the Honors Program Application Portal https://applyhonors.ncat.edu/ for consideration and review the important dates calendar. | Nov 15, 2022 |
Dowdy Scholars Enrichment Program @ NCA&T | 4 yr renewable (covers tuition, fees, books, room, board) | -Incoming freshman -Min. 3.75 weighted GPA - US Citizen - show exceptional leadership and service | Apply through HONORS Program application portal: https://applyhonors.ncat.edu/ | Nov 15, 2022 |
February One Scholars Program | Scholarship covers tuition, fees, housing and meals | -Competitive incoming freshman -US or permanent resident -min. 3.745 weighted GPA -Must pursue an undergraduate degree in the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, College of Education, or College of Health and Human Sciences. | Apply through HONORS Program application portal: https://applyhonors.ncat.edu/ | Nov 15, 2022 |
QuestBridge College Match Scholarship | Up to $200,000 | Excel academically by earning primarily A’s in the most challenging courses available and displaying intellectual curiosity and strong writing ability. Come from households earning less than $65,000 annually (for a typical household of four), Exhibit strong character, such as resilience, integrity, and motivation to succeed. Please review: | Sept 27,2022 | |
Morehead Cain Scholarship at UNC | Fully funded educational experience | Please review the criteria for candidates | Please submit your interest in nomination to Mrs. Samek by 9/15/22 by completing this form | Oct 1, 2022 |
Golden Door Scholars | Tuition, room/board, fees, books | Students attending college in Fall 2023 Students who have DACA, TPS, or are undocumented Applicants must be a high school student, recent high school graduate, current college/community college student, or have obtained a GED Applicants must have high financial need. Strong preference will be given to applicants who are not eligible for in-state tuition Strong preference will be given to those who are interested in pursuing: software engineering, nursing, analytics, business, and digital marketing. Popular majors that align with these career paths include math, statistics, computer science, data science, nursing, etc. | Apply: https://www.goldendoorscholars.org/apply-now | Oct 23,2022 |