EAST FORSYTH HIGH SCHOOL
SCHOLARSHIP NEWSLETTER
Please remember this is not the only source for scholarships! Seek scholarship opportunities from student and/or parent employers (e.g. Walmart, Starbucks), FREE online scholarship search engines, service organizations, local churches, etc.
Online Scholarship Search Engines
There are multiple free online search tools families can use to find scholarships. Do NOT pay for a scholarship search! Plan early, meet all deadlines, and prepare to submit multiple scholarships – the search is similar to a part-time job
Create an account through the Winston Salem Foundation website and submit a common application to apply for multiple scholarships at
Use the student CFNC account created in 8th or 9th grade to search for scholarships, apply to colleges, etc. at
Create a profile through UNCF at for scholarship applications
Visit for scholarships tailored to your interests, experiences, family history, etc.
Check individual college financial aid websites for instructions on how to become eligible for scholarships and/or honors programs (examples below)
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Wake Forest University -
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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill -
There are several different types of Financial Aid/Scholarships
Need Based – scholarships, loans, and/or grants awarded based on family income or expressed need
Academic –scholarships, loans, and/or grants awardedbased on academic performance
Grants – Gift Money (do not have to pay back) can be awarded by federal government, outside agencies, and universities
Loans–awardedbased on need and/or credit worthiness; full amount plus interest must be paid back after graduation from college
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) can be submitted beginning October 1, 2016 for seniors attending college in the 2017-2018 school year electronically at . Students must complete this process to receive federal grants or loans. The FSA ID is required to electronically sign the FAFSA and can be requested at any time prior to submitting the FAFSA at .
School Nominations
For scholarships that require school nominations, students must submit the (1) School Nomination Request Form, (2) a Senior Resume, and (3) any preliminary application materials by the deadline posted in the EFHS Scholarship Newsletter. The Scholarship Committee reviews all applications and selects school nominees based on scholarship criteria.
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SCHOLARSHIP / AWARD / DEADLINE / CRITERIA / SCHOOL*State Employees Credit Union People Helping People Scholarship / $10,000 (over 4 years) / Return completed scholarship nomination form by March 24, 2017
*Winner announced at Awards Day* / Seniors with at least a 2.5 GPA and demonstrated commitment to community involvement and financial need / One of the 16 UNC System campuses
*UNCG Guarantee Scholar / Full tuition, room/board, books/supplies, and other educational expenses / March 1, 2017 (FAFSA submission deadline) / Seniors with a 21 ACT composite or 1100 SAT (Critical Reading & Math) and financial need (federal financial aid qualifiers) should visit / UNC Greensboro
*Kernersville Lions Club Scholarship / $1,500 / Completed application to Counseling Office by April 15, 2017 / Seniors who have maintained at least a 2.5 GPA and demonstrate participation in school and/or community based service organizations. Preference given to visually or hearing impaired students or children of visually or hearing impaired parents / Any
*East Forsyth Athletic Booster Club Scholarship / $750 / Completed application to Counseling Office by April 21, 2017 / Senior who has participated in a varsity sport during the 2017-2018 school year and are members of the EFHS Athletic Booster Club by March 10, 2017 / Any
*NC Bar Association Scholarship / $1,500 – 4,500 / April 3, 2017 / Seniors who are children of law enforcement officers who were killed or permanently disabled in the line of duty should apply at / Any
*Forsyth County Farm Bureau Scholarship / $5,000 (4 year university)
$2,500 (2 year university) / March 15, 2017 / Seniors who are Forsyth County residents interested in pursuing a degree in the agriculture field and have maintained at least a 2.5 GPA / Any
*Carter G. Woodson Legacy Scholar Award / Full tuition / Submit nomination request form by March 17, 2017 / African American Juniors with demonstrated financial need, outstanding leadership, and who have maintained at least a 3.25 GPA, at least a 20 composite ACT score, and at least a 1050 SAT score / Berea College
State Employees Association of North Carolina (SEANC) Scholarship Fund / Varies / April 15, 2017 / Seniors who are members or dependents of SEANC members should review requirements and apply at / Any
Alpha Delta Kappa Educational Sorority (Mary Worth Ferguson Scholarship, Eunice Riggins Memorial Scholarship, Mary Rose Mills-Linda Rankin Memorial Scholarship, Clare Johnson Marley-Mary Earle Berger Fine Arts Scholarship) / $1000 / March 1, 2017 / Seniors who have demonstrated academic excellence, good character, participation in extracurricular activities. Additional requirements apply based on specific scholarship for which students applying / Any
Allegacy Federal Credit Union Mel Hughes Scholarship / Up to $1300 / March 30, 2017 / Seniors who are primary members of Allegacy Federal Credit Union, have maintained at least a 3.0 GPA (unweighted), and have been involved in school and/or community activities should apply at / Any
Legal Supports Staff of Winston-Salem / Up to $2,500 / March 2, 2017 / Seniors who have maintained at least a “B” average and have financial need / Any
NC Central University Alumni Association Scholarship / Up to $1,500 / February 27, 2017 / Seniors who are Forsyth County residents with a 3.0 GPA / NC Central University
Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Pan-Hellenic Council Scholarship / $500 / March 27, 2017 / African-American Seniors with at least a 3.0 GPA and who has demonstrated good citizenship evidenced by involvement in school and community activities / Any
Brown Alumni Chapter Scholarship / One time $1,000 / March 24, 2017 / Seniors who have a minimum GPA of 2.8 who plan to enroll full-time at WSSU / WSSU
Piedmont Civitan Club / $1,000 / Submit nomination form by March 21, 2017 / Seniors who have maintained at least a “B” average and have financial need / Any
NC Alpha Delta Kappa Student Achievement Scholarship / Varies / March 1, 2017 / Seniors who have maintained a 2.5 – 3.5 weighted GPA, scored 1344-1560 SAT (Critical Reading + Math + Writing) or 20-24 ACT Composite Score, outstanding character, exceptional leadership, and have shown commitment to the community, school, and/or church through service should apply at / Any
East Forsyth Friends of the Theatre Association / (1) S1,000 and (1) $500 / March 31, 2017
Applications available in Student Services / Seniors theatre students with participation in a minimum of 5 theatrical performances held by the East Forsyth Talon Theatrical Company with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Also based on Character, Leadership, and financial need of the student. / Any
W. Gene Mallory Scholarship / $500-$1,000 / April 15, 2017
Applications available in Student Services / Senior must be a resident of Forsyth County who demonstrates resiliency and strength of character to overcome challenges in life with integrity, optimism, and sense of humor. Student must already be accepted into a post-secondary program that leads to a degree or certification. Must have a 2.0-3.5 GPA / Any
Kernersville Rotary “Service Above Self” / $1,000 / March 22 / Scholarship will be presented to 2 graduating seniors who best exemplify volunteerism and service to other individuals and organizations. / Any
Gardner-Webb University Honors Music Scholarship / Varies / Audition Dates – January 21, February 11, or March 25 / Seniors must participate in published Audition Date; visit for more information / Gardner-Webb University
National Co-Op Scholarship Program / Varies / Varies / Seniors who have at least a 3.5 GPA should visit for information and application instructions / Visit for the 10 participating institutions
Army ROTC Scholarship / Varies / Seniors who are US Citizens, have maintained a 2.5 GPA, score a 920 on SAT (verbal and math) or 19 on the ACT should visit for application instructions and details / Search for participating colleges
B. Davis Scholarship / $1,000 / May 22, 2017 / Juniors or Seniors should apply at / Any
SunTrust Off to College Scholarship / $500 / May 12, 2017 / Seniors who plan to attend college in 2017-18 should apply at / Any
Catawba College West Scholars / $2500 / May 5, 2017 / Seniors with a 3.4 GPA and 1100 SAT (Math & Critical Reading) with an interest in teaching should apply at / Catawba College
Stratford Rotary Scholarship / 3 scholarships of $2,500 awarded / April 5, 2017
Applications available in Student Services / Seniors with a GPA of 3.2 with community service, demonstration of leadership,community service, and financial need based on FAFSA / Any
Rotary Club of Kernersville / $2,000 scholarship is renewable each year based on academic success / April 5,2017 / Senior who must be enrolled at Forsyth Tech as a full-time student in a course of study leading to an Associate’s Degree. / Forsyth Tech Community College
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East Forsyth Student Services
February 16, 2017