Carolina Pines Spruce HBCU Scholarship
The Carolina Pines Spruce HBCU Scholarship is designed to support high school seniors residing in Cabarrus or Rowan County who demonstrate academic excellence, community involvement, and a commitment to pursuing higher education at a Historically Black College or University (HBCU). To qualify, applicants must have an unweighted GPA between 3.0 and 4.0, complete at least 75 verified community service hours (with verification provided on official organization letterhead), and gain acceptance into a four-year HBCU, with proof of acceptance required. Additionally, applicants must submit two recommendation letters: one from a community member (such as someone from a church or volunteer organization) and one from a school faculty member or administrator. The scholarship provides $5,000 annually for two academic years (fall and spring semesters), paid directly to the school. To continue receiving the scholarship, recipients must remain actively enrolled, maintain a minimum GPA 3.0, and provide updated transcripts by June 1st each year. This opportunity supports students' educational journey, encouraging academic success and community engagement.
Carolina Pines Fraser Scholarship
The Carolina Pines Fraser Scholarship is available to high school seniors residing in Cabarrus or Rowan County who demonstrate academic potential, community involvement, and a desire to further their education at a college or university. To be eligible, applicants must have an unweighted GPA between 2.5 and 4.0, complete at least 75 verified community service hours (with verification provided on official organization letterhead), and gain acceptance into a four-year HBCU, with proof of acceptance required. Additionally, applicants must submit two recommendation letters: one from a community member (such as someone from a church or volunteer organization) and one from a school faculty member or administrator. The scholarship awards $5,000 for one academic year (fall and spring semesters), paid directly to the school. This scholarship is intended to support students in achieving their educational goals while emphasizing the importance of academic success and community engagement.
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Biographical/Contact Information
Part I
Full Name
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Academic Information
Part II
High School
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GPA (Unweighted)
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2.5 to 4.0 Scale
College of Anticipation
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Major
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Classification
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What will you be classified as when you enter college in the Fall of 2025? (Freshman, Sophomore, Junior)
Anticipated graduation date/year
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Service and Leadership Experience
Part III
Attach a service/Leadership resume. This is your opportunity to highlight the leadership and service you have provided to your community. List approximate dates for when you started and ended the service (use "present" if it continues today.
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Hours of Community service.
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Verified Community Service Letter
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Submit a letter on official organization letterhead from the organization where you completed the most service hours.
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Essay
Attach an upload of your response to the following question. "The scholarship is established to form ‘servant leaders’ for a global society. Such leadership entails the ability to change hearts, heal divisions, and build community, as well as the virtues of courage, foresight, empathy, and stewardship of the common good. How have you impacted such leadership in your life experiences, and how will this shape your future?" (Maximum of 600 words)
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Letters of Recommendation
Two letters of Recommendation must be submitted. One of the two letters must come from a community member. This could be someone from church or a member of an organization you volunteer with. The other letter of recommendation must come from a school faculty member or administration.
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I hereby certify that all the information provided in this scholarship application is accurate and truthful to the best of my knowledge. I understand that if awarded the scholarship, failure to adhere to the established guidelines may result in the forfeiture of the provided funding.
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