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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.