Scholarship Opportunity

Joanna Cornerstone Ministries Scholarship

Offered by The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina

One-time college or vocational aid for eligible seniors residing in Cherokee, Clay or Graham County.

EssayRequired
RenewableNo
Grade LevelHigh School Senior

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

  • Graduating high school senior with primary residence in Cherokee, Clay or Graham County.
  • County residents attending UNCSA, NCSSM, Tri-County Early College or an NC-registered homeschool are also eligible.
  • Plan full-time study at an accredited US college, university, community college or vocational school.
  • Show academic promise, character, leadership and community service; financial need is preferred and top-of-class rank is not required.

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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