Scholarship Opportunity

Heffington Scholarship

Offered by The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina

One-time aid for eligible Cashiers or Highlands residents entering or continuing full-time postsecondary study.

EssayRequired
RenewableNo
Grade LevelHigh School Senior, College Student, High School Graduate

Application Timeline

Important application dates

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2027 foundation intake; early-November opening, exact day unannounced

OpensTo Be Announced
DeadlineFebruary 26, 2027

Eligibility

  • Graduate or graduating high school senior residing in Cashiers (Jackson County) or Highlands (Macon County).
  • Attend an accredited US college, university, community college or vocational school full time; NCSSM, UNCSA and registered homeschool students qualify with primary residence in either community.
  • Demonstrate financial need and character, willingness to learn, community service and activities/work ethic.
  • New Century Scholars are excluded; prior Heffington recipients may compete again.

Requirements

  • Online application, personal statement, academic/activities records and two recommendation letters.
  • Provide SAT OR ACT scores and household financial information where requested by the current packet.

How to Apply

  1. 1Follow the fund's application link when the early-November intake opens.
  2. 2Submit the application and both recommendations by February 26, 2027.

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