Scholarship Opportunity

Jim Graham Emerging Cooperator Scholarship

Offered by Cooperative Council of the Carolinas

Five $1,000 awards support 2026 Carolina graduates' college, technical and trade education.

EssayNot required
RenewableNo
Grade LevelHigh School Graduate, College Student

Application Timeline

Important application dates

This scholarship offers more than one application cycle. Review each window carefully before applying.

2026 graduates; spring 2027 payment

OpensAugust 24, 2026
DeadlineOctober 15, 2026

Eligibility

  • Class of 2026 high school graduate residing in North OR South Carolina; sponsor specifies graduation by July 1, 2026.
  • Enrolled in accredited four-year, community/technical, trade, vocational or credentialing study in fall 2026/spring 2027.
  • Prior Co-op Unlocked or Cooperative Leadership Camp attendance is not required. Prior recipients cannot reapply.

Requirements

  • Complete the sponsor-linked application addressing leadership, activities, community impact and understanding of cooperative principles; verify all current form attachments.

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply through the current sponsor-linked Microsoft Form by October 15, 2026.
  2. 2Award is nonrenewable and paid directly to the institution/program for spring 2027.