Perseverance Pays Scholarship

Many students have not had an easy road in life, often making it difficult or impossible to pursue higher education. 

From challenges related to mental health, difficult family situations, financial struggles, or physical ailments, it can feel like the odds are stacked against you. Having the perseverance to keep trying despite facing obstacles is what makes a student resilient and this persistence deserves recognition. 

This scholarship aims to support students who are attending a community college or a technical or trade school in North Carolina. 

Any current undergraduate student at a community college or trade school or high school student who will attend a trade school or community college in North Carolina may apply for this scholarship. 

To apply, submit an essay OR video telling us about a challenging situation you’ve faced, its impact on you, and how you kept going.