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Opportunities for Adult Students:
An "Adult Student" is any student who graduated high school, or equivalent, last school year or prior. An adult student is a person who is older and is involved in forms of learning to finish a degree, or earn a new degree or certification.

Questions? Email Greg Keener, Program Officer or call our office at (336) 663-6794

Jewell W. Welborn Cosmetology Scholarship

Must be an adult student (graduated high school in 2024 or earlier) and a resident of Yadkin County enrolled in a cosmetology degree or credential program, and demonstrate financial need.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:
September 12, 2025
One-time $2,500
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The Bonnie M. Chappell Memorial Scholarship

Up to $2,500 for a 2025 graduating senior from Yadkin County Schools seeking to continue their education toward a nursing degree or credential. If awarded, scholarship funds may be used for tuition, books, fees, technology needs, supplies, or other direct course-related expenses. The funds are sent directly to the student's account at their college and cannot be used for rent, gas, or other personal expenses.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:
April 4, 2025
Up to $2,500
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Thad and Mary Bingham Education Assistance Award For Adult Students

An adult student who graduated from West Forsyth High School. The applicant must have demonstrated financial need and a commitment to pursue a credential for advancement in a chosen career.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:
September 12, 2025
One-time $2,500
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Charles & Robin Paul Scholarship Award

For a student who graduated from high school before 2022 who is a resident of Forsyth County. Applicants must be either working towards completing an academic or vocational program. Preference given to students planning to or currently attending Winston-Salem State University.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:
September 12, 2025
One-time $2,000
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Salem Glen College Assistance Program

The program awards financial assistance with a two-year degree or career certification program from Forsyth Tech or DDCC. Also, it provides a mentor pairing to scholarship recipients to help the student navigate their education and career path. Mentors will be selected volunteers from the Salem Glen neighborhood. Eligible applicants must be an adult student and residents of Forsyth or Davidson Counties, demonstrate financial need, and plan to attend and meet the requirements for admission to Forsyth Tech or DCCC.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:
September 12, 2025
One-time $2,500
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The Wayne C. Matthews Continuing Education Award

For an adult student (graduated from high school in the class of 2024 or before). Applicant must be a resident of or employed in Yadkin County and attend Surry Community College, full-time or part-time in a credential-producing program leading to an in-demand occupation. Preference is given to applicants enrolled or planning to attend the Yadkin Campus during their degree/certification program. If awarded, scholarship funds may be used for tuition, books, fees, technology needs, supplies, or other direct course-related expenses. The funds are sent directly to the student's account at Surry Community College and cannot be used for rent, gas, or other personal expenses. The funds are sent directly to the student's account at Surry Community College and cannot be used for rent, gas, or other personal expenses.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:
September 12, 2025
One-time $2,000
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High School Senior
Up to $2,500 for a 2025 graduating senior from Yadkin County Schools seeking to continue their education toward a nursing degree or credential. If awarded, scholarship funds may be used for tuition, books, fees, technology needs, supplies, or other direct course-related expenses. The funds are sent directly to the student's account at their college and cannot be used for rent, gas, or other personal expenses.
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April 4, 2025
HS Senior or Adult Student
Up to $5,000 annually for four years (two years if attending Forsyth Tech), based on student need, for a 2025 high school graduate from Forsyth County planning to attend Forsyth Tech or Winston-Salem State University. Applicants must have demonstrated significant financial need. Preference will be given to applicants who attended Cook Elementary School in Winston-Salem.
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April 4, 2025
HS Senior or Adult Student
Up to $2,500 for two high school graduates who are residents of Forsyth County and seeking a degree or credential in the healthcare field. Both graduating seniors or adult students may apply.
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April 4, 2025
HS Senior or Adult Student
Up to $2,000 for a 2025 graduate of West Forsyth, Reagan, or North Davidson High School. Applicants must plan to attend a 2-year or 4-year program of study leading to a degree or certification in any trade, technical, or vocational field with a clear career pathway.
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April 4, 2025
Adult Student
For a student who graduated from high school before 2022 who is a resident of Forsyth County. Applicants must be either working towards completing an academic or vocational program. Preference given to students planning to or currently attending Winston-Salem State University.
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September 12, 2025
Adult Student
Must be an adult student (graduated high school in 2024 or earlier) and a resident of Yadkin County enrolled in a cosmetology degree or credential program, and demonstrate financial need.
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September 12, 2025
Adult Student
The program awards financial assistance with a two-year degree or career certification program from Forsyth Tech or DDCC. Also, it provides a mentor pairing to scholarship recipients to help the student navigate their education and career path. Mentors will be selected volunteers from the Salem Glen neighborhood. Eligible applicants must be an adult student and residents of Forsyth or Davidson Counties, demonstrate financial need, and plan to attend and meet the requirements for admission to Forsyth Tech or DCCC.
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September 12, 2025
Adult Student
West Forsyth High School
An adult student who graduated from West Forsyth High School. The applicant must have demonstrated financial need and a commitment to pursue a credential for advancement in a chosen career.
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September 12, 2025
Adult Student
Forbush and Starmount High Schools
For an adult student (graduated from high school in the class of 2024 or before). Applicant must be a resident of or employed in Yadkin County and attend Surry Community College, full-time or part-time in a credential-producing program leading to an in-demand occupation. Preference is given to applicants enrolled or planning to attend the Yadkin Campus during their degree/certification program. If awarded, scholarship funds may be used for tuition, books, fees, technology needs, supplies, or other direct course-related expenses. The funds are sent directly to the student's account at Surry Community College and cannot be used for rent, gas, or other personal expenses. The funds are sent directly to the student's account at Surry Community College and cannot be used for rent, gas, or other personal expenses.
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September 12, 2025