Scholarship Opportunity

North Carolina 4-H Academic Scholarships

Offered by North Carolina 4-H / NC State Extension

A shared scholarship application recognizing NC 4-H involvement, leadership and achievement, with additional criteria for individual funds.

EssayNot required
RenewableNo
Grade LevelHigh School Senior

Application Timeline

Important application dates

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

2026 published state 4-H deadline — local schedules vary

OpensTo Be Announced
DeadlineFebruary 2, 2026

Eligibility

  • Be a current NC 4-H member and graduating high school senior entering college, with at least three years of 4-H experience.
  • Meet the specific county, school, program and other restrictions of each selected scholarship.

Requirements

  • Work with your county 4-H office to confirm its submission deadline and the current scholarship guide.
  • The 2026 Extension instructions call for one PDF containing the required documents, a separate resume PDF and a Financial Need Statement mailed separately. Confirm the next cycle's complete checklist.
  • Students seeking renewal of an existing renewable award must follow registration and renewal instructions; renewability depends on the fund.

How to Apply

  1. 1Contact the county 4-H agent and obtain the current academic scholarship guide and application.
  2. 2Select only funds for which you meet all eligibility criteria.
  3. 3Complete the required documents and registration and meet the county submission schedule before the state deadline.