LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
Spring 2012
Important notice regarding the Local Scholarships listed below: CHS Guidance has not yet received the applications for all of the scholarships listed. We have contacted all of the following organizations and asked them to send the scholarship applications ASAP. Deadlines listed are based on LAST YEAR’S applications. Please check the actual application carefully for the required deadlines. All scholarship applications can be picked up in the lobby of the Guidance Office.
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Scholarship
Specific Criteria
Candidate must have a minimum GPA of 2.5
Must show evidence of financial need
Must include a one page typed essay and two letters of recommendation
Must be a minority member
Application must be mailed to the scholarship committee chair
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Not Yet Determined
Athletic Booster’s Scholar Athlete Scholarship
Specific Criteria
Candidate must have a minimum GPA of 3.0
Awarded a minimum of two Varsity letters
Parent/legal guardian shows proof of membership in CHS Athletic Booster’s Club
Candidate must submit an essay and a recommendation of a coach
Submit application to the Athletic Director
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 5, 2012
Beta Club Scholarship
Specific Criteria
Candidate must be an active member of the Beta Club
Interested students must contact an advisor.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Not Yet Determined
Black Men's Organization Scholarship
The value of the scholarship will be announced later.
Specific Criteria
Candidate must be an active member of the BMO.
Interested students must contact an advisor.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 5, 2012
Clinton High School PTSO Scholarship
The value of this scholarship is $500
Specific Criteria
Applicant’s parent(s)/guardian must be a current member of the CHS PTSO
An essay and a transcript must be submitted
Candidate must have a minimum GPA of 2.5
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 5, 2012
Clinton Kiwanis Club Scholarships
The club established two scholarships to be awarded annually in honor of Mr. Jasper Hinson and memory of Mr. Jesse Mercer. The value of the non-renewable scholarships is $750 each.
Specific Criteria
Candidate must be an active member of the Key Club.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 5, 2012
Delta Kappa Gamma Society International Scholarship (Delta Mu Chapter)
Selection will be based on academic achievement with some consideration to need. Scholarship is valued at $500.
Specific Criteria
Candidate must be female
Declared major -Education
Application must be mailed to the Chairman of the Scholarship Committee
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 5, 2012
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Scholarship
The Clinton Alumnae Chapter is a service organization that offers a $500 scholarship annually.
Specific Criteria
Student must submit one letter of recommendation, a sealed transcript and a brief essay
Student must have earned at least a "B" average
Application must be mailed to the Clinton Alumnae Chapter
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 4, 2012
Edward W. Taylor Scholarship
The purpose of this scholarship is to financially assist deserving marching band students in furthering their education. Scholarship is valued at $1000.
Specific Criteria
Applicant must have exhibited loyalty, dedication, and hard work in the CHS Marching Band.
Other criteria include GPA, tenure in the CHS Band Program and music performance.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 5, 2012
Frank and Kate Turlington Scholarship
Mr. W. H. Turlington established the Frank and Kate Turlington scholarship in honor of his parents. The value of this scholarship is $700 renewable for four years.
Specific Criteria
Candidate must have at least a "B" average
Declared major - Business Administration or some related field
Must be enrolled in a four-year program
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 5, 2012
Gray Felton Butler Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship, valued at $1000, was established in loving memory of Gray Butler to reward a senior who has displayed excellence and involvement in athletics, academics, extra curricular activities and community service.
Specific Criteria
Student must have attended CHS for at least the last two years of high school
Candidate must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and made a firm commitment to attend a four-year college/university
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 5, 2012
Lion’s Club Scholarship
The value of this scholarship is $1000
Specific Criteria
Students must provide a personal statement, a recent photograph, a transcript, two letters of recommendation and a verification of employment (if employed)
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 5, 2012
Lois Weaver Drama Scholarship
This scholarship is given jointly by the Sampson Arts Council and Sampson Community Theatre to one recipient who has made a contribution to the community through involvement in the dramatic arts and is valued at $500.
Specific Criteria
Students must write a narrative, include a transcript and three letters of recommendation
Application must be mailed to the address on the application
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 1, 2012
Martin Leder Scholarship
Family and friends established the Leder scholarship to encourage students to exhibit the exemplary qualities of good citizenship as modeled by Martin Leder. The scholarship will be awarded to the applicant best filling the prescribed eligibility criteria and is valued at $1000.
Specific Criteria
Candidate must have a minimum GPA of 3.0
Preference may be given to a student with a declared interest in studying business or engineering
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 5, 2012
Mattie Peterson Memorial Scholarship
Her children established this scholarship in loving memory of Mattie Beard Peterson. The award is $250 for a two-year institution or $500 for a four-year institution.
Specific Criteria
Includes GPA, financial need, community and civic involvement, and SAT scores
Application must be mailed to Mrs. Sarah McKoy
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 5, 2012
Sampson Community College Scholarships
Students will be considered for numerous scholarships upon submitting application.
Specific Criteria
Transcript must be included with the application
Application must be mailed to the Financial Aid Office
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 15, 2012
Sampson Community College Foundation Scholarship
Sampson Community College Foundation Academic scholarships are awarded to one senior from each of the six high schools located in Sampson County. Amount of each award is $1000.
Specific Criteria
Candidate must be in the top 25% of graduating class (Rank 38th or higher)
Candidate must mail completed “Award for Academic Excellence” application
Candidate must have approval to enroll at SCC
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 15, 2012
Sampson County-Clinton Retired School Personnel Scholarship
This scholarship was established to encourage students to enter the teaching profession. Two $300 scholarships will be awarded.
Specific Criteria
Candidate must have a high school average of 85 or above
Declared major-Teaching
Financial need must be evidenced
Applicants will be interviewed.
Application must be mailed to Hazel Colwell
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 5, 2012
Sampson High School Alumni Association Education Grants
The Sampson High School Alumni Association established the grants. The grants are awarded to the applicants best filling the prescribed eligibility criteria. Creed, race, color or national origin shall never be a factor in determining the winners. The association awards a $1500 and $500 renewable scholarships.
Specific Criteria
Candidates must have at least a "C" average
A copy of parent’s income tax return must accompany application
Parent's information form must be notarized, recent photograph must be submitted
Application must be completed on-line, printed and mailed to the address provided.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 5, 2012
SECU Foundation Scholarship
The State Employees’ Credit Union will award each public high school one scholarship valued at $10,000. The recipient must attend one of the 16 constituent campuses of the University of North Carolina system.
Specific Criteria
Candidate has demonstrated leadership, excellence of character, integrity, and community involvement
Candidate must have a minimum GPA of 2.5
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 15, 2012
W. Arthur Chestnutt Scholarship
Mr. W. Arthur Chestnutt made provisions in his will for the establishment and funding of scholarships for college study. The scholarships are $250 renewable for four years. Two are awarded each year to a black male and black female graduate.
Specific Criteria
Candidate must have at least a "B" average
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 5, 2012
Local Scholarship Information
Spring 2012