Scholarship Opportunity

Cal and Carol Peddy Memorial Scholarship for Mountain Air Pilots Association

Offered by The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina

One-time support for Mountain Heritage High School seniors selected on need, academic performance and service.

EssayRequired
RenewableNo
Grade LevelHigh School Senior

Application Timeline

Important application dates

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2027 award; early-November opening day unannounced

OpensTo Be Announced
DeadlineJanuary 15, 2027

Eligibility

  • Be a graduating senior at Mountain Heritage High School in Yancey County.
  • Demonstrate financial need, academic performance and extracurricular/community involvement.

Requirements

  • Complete the SmarterSelect application and personal statement.
  • Provide the transcript, activities/financial information and two recommendations required by the current packet.

How to Apply

  1. 1Watch for the early-November application release.
  2. 2Submit the application and both recommendations before the published close.

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