Please visit the Davie Community Foundation website for more scholarship information.
College and High School Scholarship Application Opens December 1, 2025.
Graduate and Healthcare Scholarship Application Open June 1, 2026.
This scholarship is available for students in the United States who are currently enrolled in a university and is a student athlete. The scholarship is meant to help a deserving student with scholarship funding who is a student athlete.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the Dr. Austin Harris Grant for Student Athletes, applicants must:
- Be currently enrolled as an undergraduate student at an accredited college or university.
- Be actively involved in a sport at the college level or be on a defined path to pursue a career in athletics.
- Maintain a satisfactory academic standing.
- Submit a completed application, including a written essay, as outlined in the “How to Apply” section.
Amount - $1,000
Deadline - The deadline to apply for the Grant is January 15, 2027.
Winner -The winner for the Grant will be announced February 15, 2027
How To Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following to apply@draustinharrisgrant.com:
- Completed Application Form: Provide all required personal and academic information through our online portal.
- Essay Submission: A 500-750 word essay addressing the following prompt:
- “Describe how your experiences as a student-athlete have shaped your character and influenced your aspirations, both in your sport and in your academic pursuits. Explain how this grant will assist you in achieving your goals and what you hope to contribute to your community through your athletic and academic achievements.”
- Academic Transcript: Submit an official or unofficial transcript from your current college or university.
- Letter of Recommendation: Provide one letter of recommendation from a coach, professor, or mentor who can speak to your athletic and academic abilities, and character.
All details and criteria can be found on this page:
Dr. Austin Harris Grant Website
The Dr. Ronald Bernardini Scholarship for Health Professionals is an one-time $1,000 annual award presented to one outstanding undergraduate student who is actively pursuing a career in the health professions.
Criteria
- Must be 18 years of age or older at the time of application
- Currently enrolled as a full-time or part-time undergraduate student at an accredited college or university
- Pursuing a degree or pre-professional program in a health-related field, including but not limited to:
- Pre-medicine or Pre-Chiropractic
- Nursing or Nurse Practitioner Studies
- Physical Therapy or Occupational therapy
- Public health or Community Health
- Pharmacy or Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Dentistry or Dental Hygiene
- Radiology or Diagnostic Imaging
- Health Administration or Healthcare Management
- Any other allied health or clinical health sciences program
- Maintaining a minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale (official transcript required)
- In good academic and disciplinary standing with your institution
Application Requirements
- A completed essay responding to the official essay prompt
- A current unofficial or unofficial transcript showing enrollment status and GPA
- Proof of enrollment in a health-related undergraduate program) acceptance letter, enrollment verification, or student ID)
- Full legal name, mailing address, phone number, and email address
- All materials must be submitted together in a single email to: apply@drronaldbernardinischolarship.com
- Incomplete applications will not be reviewed
- There is no application fee
Essay Prompt
- The essay is the heart of your application . This is your opportunity to speak directly to the selection committee – in you own voice, with your own story.
- “Healthcare is more about more than medicine - it is about people. In 500 to 800 word, describe why you chose to pursue a career in the health professions, what experiences have shaped your commitment to patient care, and how you envision making a meaningful and lasting impact on the patients or communities you will one day serve.”
The deadline to apply for the scholarship is January 15, 2027.
The winner of the scholarship will be announced on February 15, 2027.
Once your materials are ready, send everything in a single email to: apply@drronaldbernardischolarship.com
Gear Up ( Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs) is a federal program funded by the U.S. Department of Education and administered by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV).
To receive a scholarship, students must submit an application and supporting documents to SCHEV and meet the requirements below. As part of their scholarship application, each student has submitted a FERPA information release, permitting the sharing of information necessary to verify their eligibility and process their scholarship payment.
Scholarship Requirements
- Be a 2023, 2024 2025 or 2026 graduate of one of the following participating GUV high schools: Brunswick, Hopewell or Petersburg
- Have earned a high school diploma or recognized equivalent
- Be enrolled in an undergraduate two or four year degree program or high-quality certification program at an eligible institution of higher education
- An eligible institution of higher education is one that:
- Is physically located in Virginia or one of its bordering states (i.e., Kentucky, Maryland, North Carolina, Tennessee, or West Virginia and the District of Columbia).
- Exceptions may be made for (1) students with disabilities who need to attend a specific institution for accommodations and (2) students who are approved to participate in the Academic Common Market (Visit schev.edu/acm for more information).
- Participates in Title IV Federal Student Aid programs.
- Is physically located in Virginia or one of its bordering states (i.e., Kentucky, Maryland, North Carolina, Tennessee, or West Virginia and the District of Columbia).
- Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and be eligible for/offered Federal Student Aid.
- Be less than 22 years old at the time of award and disbursement.
- An eligible institution of higher education is one that:
Payment Amounts
Students who enroll within two years of graduating high school may receive a one-time award of up to $2500 for one term/semester (prorated for less than full-time enrollment). For students who claim the award two years after their high school graduation, awards will be dependent on the availability of funds and offered award amounts may be reduced.
The Lettie Pate Whitehead Foundation is a charity dedicated to the support of women in nine southeastern states.
In accordance with guidelines prescribed by the founder, the grantee institutions award scholarships on the basis of need to Christian women who reside in one of the specified southern states. (AL, FL GA, LA, MS. NC, SC, TN and VA)
- Christian Southern Women ONLY
- Maintain a GPA of 3.00
- Must Complete a FAFSA
- full-time Enrollment
Applications are available in the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid.
For general information please visit the Lettie Pate Whitehead Foundation website.
Learn more information about the Golden LEAF Scholarship program to determine if you should apply.
Deadline: March 1, 2026, for application, transcript, and FAFSA. Applicants will be notified of awards by early May 2026.
Applicants must be a North Carolina resident enrolled for a minimum of 12 credit hours in a degree granting criminal justice program at one of the institutions of The University of North Carolina or the North Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities. Applicants must express an interest in pursuing a career in law enforcement and must be recommended by their local sheriff. Selection of recipients is based on the following priorities:
- Priority 1 – a child or step-child of a North Carolina Sheriff or Deputy Sheriff
- Priority 2 – a child or step-child of any North Carolina law enforcement officer killed in the line of duty
- Priority 3 – a child or step-child of a North Carolina Sheriff or Deputy Sheriff who is deceased or retired (regular or disability)
- Priority 4 – an academically eligible North Carolina criminal justice student with demonstrated financial need (applicants must file a Free Application for Federal Student North Carolina Sheriffs’ Association Criminal Justice Scholarship Application
$2,250 in Scholarships for College Students to Be Awarded
How To Enter
- Review Eligibility: Before entering the contest, review the Terms/Conditions requirements and the rules and regulations below to make sure you qualify.
- Complete Application: Complete the contest application form below providing all required information. Go to the website provided below.
- Submit: Once your essay is written, save as a Word Doc or PDF and submit with your scholarship contest application.
$2,250 in total scholarship awards
Essay length: 500 – 700 words
Submission deadline: July 31, 2027
Winners announced: August 30, 2027
Essay Topic And Guidelines
Essay must be submitted with the application, which should include the author’s name, address, phone number, email address, college (including the date of graduation), and student ID number.
- All entries must be typed, double-spaced, and saved as a Word Doc or PDF.
- Do not add pictures or graphics
- Essays that do not meet the word count requirement will be eliminated. (The essay title or added references / footnotes do not contribute to the total word count.)
- A contestant’s teacher, counselor, or parent may check the essay for punctuation, grammar, and/or spelling, but the essay MUST BE the original work of the student making the submission.
- Contestants will be judged based solely on their essay.
Using your own words, please answer the following questions in 500-700 words:
As with many types of healthcare, addiction treatment often has a cost barrier – many people who need treatment cannot afford the care that would benefit them most. To help serve these people who might otherwise “fall through the cracks,” some organizations offer free addiction treatment by using a work therapy model. In these organizations, participants do work without pay in exchange for free residential treatment. What are the merits and potential drawbacks of this work therapy model? Do you believe these can be an effective part of the recovery landscape, and if so, what can be done to help these programs to be as beneficial as possible?
Website: www.rehabs.org/scholarships
The Reynolda Rotary Clarence "Big House" Gaines Memorial Scholarship was established in special recognition of Reynolda Rotarian Clarence "Big House" Gaines to help students from Cook Elementary School attend Winston-Salem State University. Students who attended Cook Elementary School during the 2003-2004 school year and/or later and who meet the qualifications may be considered for this scholarship.
Gaines was a pillar of the Winston-Salem Community, serving in many professional and civic organizations, including the Reynolda Rotary Club where he was a charter member.
These awards provide mentoring and financial assistance to alum of Cook Elementary School for educational-related expenses to attend Forsyth Tech or WSSU.
Two Awards Available
- up to $2,000 per year of study up to two years at Forsyth Tech Comm College
- up to $5000 per year of study up to four years at Winston-Salem State University
Eligibility
- Must have attended Cook Elementary School for at least years
- Must have a high school diploma (or equivalent)
- Must be current student of or planning to attend WSSU or Forsyth Tech
- Must have the GPA minimum required for admission into WSSU or Forsyth Tech
For questions about the application or scholarship contact Greg Keener Program Officer for Shallowford Foundation at (336) 403-0433 or greg@shallowfordfoundation.org
The Clarence "Big House" Gaines Reynolda Rotary College Assistance Program
The SMART Scholarship -for-Service Program is a unique opportunity for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) students to advance their education and jumpstart their careers. SMART provides merit-based scholarships to bachelor’s master’s and doctoral students pursuing STEM degrees. SMART scholarship[ recipients receive full tuition, annual stipends, summer internships, and after graduation, civilian employment with the Department of War. Applications are open annually from August 1 to the first Friday in December. (This deadline this year is December 4, 2026).
Benefits
- Building Future Department of War Leaders
- Full Tuition – scholarship recipients full tuition to any U.S. accredited college or university
- Annual stipends – SMART scholars earn annual stipends between $30,000 - $46,000 depending on degree level
- Internships – Scholars gain invaluable experience during summer internships with Department of War leaders
- Career – Jump start career with guaranteed employment after graduation
Scholarship Eligibility for 2026
- Be a citizen of the United States, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, or United Kingdom
- Be 18 years of age or older by January 1, 2028
- Have and maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
- Be currently pursuing or intent to pursue education in Fall 2027*
- Planning to attend, or enrolled in a regionally accredited U.S. college or university
- Able to obtain and maintain a security clearance**
- Be requesting between 1 – 5 years of degree funding (funding begins August 2027)
- Complete summer internships for awards greater than 1.5 years
- Accept a one-for-one post-graduation service commitment as a civilian employee of the Department of War
* High School seniors and incoming college freshman who will be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in fall 2027 are eligible to apply
** Security clearances are initiated by a scholar’s Sponsoring Facility after award
Eligibility Requirements
Open to current and incoming U.S. College Students of all majors. Mental Health advocacy matters across every field of study.
- Applicants must be currently enrolled in or plan to enroll in an accredited college or university (undergraduate or graduate)
- Must be in good academic standing at current institution at the time of application and award disbursement.
- All majors welcome – psychology, counseling, social work and healthcare students encouraged to apply. Any student with a passion for mental health is eligible.
- Applicants must be entering or attending a college or university located within the United States.
- Apply in 4 Simple Steps
- Application takes 10-20 to complete and include an essay and contact information. No transcripts or letters of recommendation are required.
- Review the Prompt – read essay prompt carefully . Brainstorm your perspective on mental health access and treatment options.
- Write the essay – Draft an original 800-1200 word essay in your own voice. Share personal insight, research backed ideas or real-world solutions.
- Complete the Application – with your personal and school information then paste essay directly in the submission form.
- Submit by November 30, 2026, by 12: 59PM EST. Late submissions are not accepted under any circumstances
Scholarship Timeline
Applications are now open: apply online
Application Deadlines: November 30, 2026, 11:59PM EST (no late applications will be accepted under any circumstances)
Review Period: November 30, 2026 – December 21, 2026 (Panel evaluates all submissions anonymously)
Winners Notified: December 21, 2026 (Results sent to all applicants via email)
Awards Issued: January 11, 2027 (funds disbursed directly to winners)
The scholarship is offering $2,250 in total awards to eligible students planning.
To attend full-time in January 2027.
Website: https://therapy.com/scholarship
Write an original response to this essay:
“Mental health support is more visible than ever, yet many people still struggle to access or engage with therapy. In your view, what are the biggest barriers preventing people from seeking or receiving effective mental health care today? What role should therapy play in addressing these challenges, and what actionable solutions would you propose to improve access, trust or outcomes?”
Winston-Salem State University
- Incoming Freshman ONLY
- Have a minimum 800 SAT score or Composite ACT score of at least 19
- Maintain a GPA of 3.00
- Must complete a FAFSA
Provide a high school transcript to WSSU OSFA (Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid).
For general information please visit The Pittsburgh Foundation website.
The Washington, DC/Metro Alumni Chapter of Winston-Salem State University
The Washington, DC Metro Alumni Chapter of Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) is currently accepting applications for our 2026-2027 scholarship awards. Founded in the late 1940s, our chapter has a long - standing history of promoting and supporting individuals in their pursuit of higher education at Winston-Salem State University. Since its inception, the chapter has awarded scholarships annually to outstanding students with the goal of encouraging recipients to return and support the many efforts of the Washington, DC/Metro Chapter.
For the upcoming academic year, our chapter will award four (4) academic scholarships, each in the amount of $1,000 ($500 per semester, contingent upon the student maintaining eligibility). Scholarships are available to both incoming freshman and current upperclassmen.
Requirements:
Freshman
- Graduate of DMV area public school
- Must be a Freshman Fall 2026
- Must have a GPA of 2.7 or higher
- Must be accepted to attend WSSU
Upperclassmen
- Graduate of DMV area public school
- Must have a GPA of 2.7 or higher
- Must attend the WSSU Career Development Center’s Return to Serve Homecoming event
More information: scholarship@dcmetrorams@gmail.com
Since 1987, the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) has provided scholarships to qualified students attending one of our nation's public Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). TMCF scholarships are awarded annually to students meeting the TMCF eligibility criteria. To apply for scholarships (applications deadlines vary) or to learn more, visit the Thurgood Marshall College Fund website.
The Baltimore Alumni Chapter of Winston Salem State University (WSSU) will start accepting applications for 2026-2027 scholarships on May 1, 2026. Baltimore Chapter was established to promote and support individuals in their pursuit of higher education at Winston Salem State University. Every year, since the founding of the organization, scholarships have been awarded to outstanding students with the goal of having students return to support the many efforts of the Baltimore Chapter.
WSSUNAA - Baltimore Scholarship Application 2026-2027
Please submit the completed application via email: charmcityrams@gmail.com.
The Winston-Salem State University National Alumni Association is pleased to offer scholarships to persons seeking their four-year undergraduate degrees. WSSU National Alumni Association Donald R. Faison Scholarship Information is available online at www.WSSUNAA.org) and the WSSU National Alumni Association Office. For scholarship application apply here!
The scholarships will be awarded to qualified individuals in the amount of $1,000.00 ($500.00 per semester) based on academic criteria and financial need over a four-year period.
Requirements
- First time degree seeking undergraduate
- Full time enrollment (12+ hours) at Winston-Salem State University
- Minimum 2.7 GPA
- Demonstrate a financial need (submit financial aid notification award letter)
- An official transcript
- Recommendations (see application)
- Essay Current/Former Students Applications are accepted from any student regardless of classification.
