Scholarship Opportunity

Transylvania Excellence in Education / Excellence Award

Offered by The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina

One-time award for Transylvania County public high school seniors who excel in English.

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

  • Transylvania County public high school senior with demonstrated excellence in English.
  • Selection considers English achievement, character, financial need and community involvement; program aims to recognize students often overlooked by other scholarships.

Requirements

  • Online application, personal statement, academic/activities information and two recommendations.
  • Provide SAT OR ACT scores and financial information as requested by the current packet.
  • Two typed double-spaced pages explaining educational goals and interest in English.

How to Apply

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

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