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Scholarships 

 

College Board Opportunity Scholarship
Criteria: Juniors and seniors can earn scholarships by completing steps to prepare for college.
Amount: Varies
Deadline: Varies
 
 
Next NC Scholarship
Criteria: Seniors will qualify for this scholarship if they are eligible for in-state tuition, plan to enroll at an NC community college or UNC system university, live in a household with an Adjusted Gross Income of $80,000 or less, and submit a FAFSA before priority deadlines.
Amount: $3,000-$5,000/year
Link: No additional application beyond the FAFSA is required, and more information can be found here: https://nextncscholarship.o

 

 

NC Reach Grant and Education Training Vouchers
Criteria: Seniors who are currently or were formerly in foster care may apply for funding to attend a public community college or university in NC or to earn a technical certification.
Amount: Varies

 

 

Silver Pen Scholarship

Criteria: Seniors who live within 25 miles of the Ridgecrest Retirement Community may apply for this scholarship.

Amount: Up to $2,500

Deadline: January 4, 2026

Link: https://silverpen-slc.com/
 
 

Thurgood Marshall Scholarships

Criteria: The Thurgood Marshall College Fund provides several scholarship opportunities for seniors who plan to attend one of their partnering Historically Black Colleges & Universities, Historically Black Community Colleges, or Predominately Black Institutions.

Amount: Varies

Deadline: January 16, 2026 (or until scholarship funds are depleted)

Link: https://tmcf.org/scholarships/#apply
 
 

North Carolina Teaching Fellows Scholarship

Criteria: Seniors who plan to pursue a career in STEM or Special Education and attend one of NC Teaching Fellow's partner institutions may apply for this scholarship.

Amount: Up to $10,000/year

Deadline: January 31, 2026

Link: https://myapps.northcarolina.edu/ncteachingfellows/
 
 

Foundation for Rural Services Scholarships

Criteria: Seniors who live in a home served by Surry Communications, are US citizens, and express an interest in returning to a rural community following graduation from a 2 or 4-year college or university may apply for this scholarship.

Amount: $1,000-$9,000

Deadline: February 14, 2026

Link: https://www.frs.org/programs/youth-programs/scholarships
 
 

Matthew C. Graziadei Scholarship

Criteria: Any senior with a disability may apply for this scholarship, which may be used for any postsecondary experience, including college, employment expenses, independent living, pursuing hobbies, or purchasing assistive technology or other equipment.

Amount: $1,500

Deadline: February 20, 2026

Link: https://www.ecac-parentcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/MCG-2026-application.pdf
 
 

Edward M. Armfield Foundation Scholarship

Criteria: Seniors who plan to attend a 4-year college or university or Surry Community College and demonstrate financial need may apply for this scholarship.

Amount: Varies

Deadline: February 27, 2026 (NOON)

Link: https://armfieldscholars.communityforce.com/Funds/Search.aspx#4371597136646D517975544F5976596D4E73384E69673D3D
 
 

State Employees' Credit Union "People Helping People" Scholarship

Criteria: Seniors who are members or children of members of the State Employees' Credit Union, who have at least a 2.5 unweighted GPA, who are eligible for in-state tuition, and who plan to attend one of the 16 UNC system universities may apply for this scholarship. Use the link below to verify membership eligibility. See the file in the right-hand column of this page for step-by-step instructions for applying.

Amount: $10,000

Deadline: March 1, 2026 (To Mrs. Henson)

Link: https://apps.docusign.com/webforms/us/da632462216634a404da1d6509e0b00f
 
 

Aubrey Lee Brooks Scholarship

Criteria: Seniors who plan to attend NC State University, UNC Chapel Hill, or UNC Greensboro and demonstrate financial need may apply for this scholarship.

Amount: Up to $12,000

Deadline: March 1, 2026

Link: https://www.cfnc.org/pay-for-college/apply-for-financial-aid/aubrey-lee-brooks-scholarship/
 
 

Robert Chilton Scholarship

Criteria: MAHS seniors who have a 3.0+ GPA and demonstrate financial need may apply for this scholarship.

Amount: Varies

Deadline: March 3, 2026

Link: https://www.nccommunityfoundation.org/scholarships/how-to-apply

 

 

Surry County Retired School Personnel Scholarship

Criteria: Seniors who demonstrate character, academic promise, and financial need, and who plan to attend Surry Community College may apply for this scholarship.

Amount: $1,200

Deadline: March 31, 2026

Link: Applications may be picked up in the Bear Cave or downloaded from the right-hand column.