WNC College Scholarship

Special requirement

Essay required

Local

Academic

Overview

The WNC College Scholarship is for undocumented or DACA-recipient Latinx students pursuing higher education at a Western North Carolina college or university. To qualify, you need to either not qualify for in-state tuition or are attending a private college or university (that does not use in-state/out-of-state tuition rates). You'll need to submit an essay and a reference.

Status

Coming soon

Deadline

🗓 June 30, 2025

Paid to

🏫 Your school

Website

www.alasnc.org

What you'll need

Essay

Capture your unique story and ambitions, while writing about the required subject matter.

FAQ

The scholarship I'm applying to asks for references. Who should I be putting down?

When choosing a reference, try to select someone who knows you well and can speak to your specific skills and achievements. Teachers, employers, and coaches are all great examples. FYI: you should never put down a family member or friend!

Can I use the same essay for multiple scholarship applications?

Yes! But make sure to read each scholarship application's essay guidelines and requirements, and personalize your essay to each scholarship you apply to. Using the same essay for multiple applications can be a time-saver, but changing just a sentence or two can make a difference!

How should I prioritize which scholarships to apply to?

To prioritize your scholarship applications, think about which scholarships you have the best chance of getting (the most specific ones, with more than one winner), the ones due the soonest, and the ones that are awarding the most money.

Tip: We recommend you make a schedule for yourself to follow to stay organized and on track throughout the scholarship application season! You can always ask a Mos advisor for help.