Interested in getting 2 years’ worth of free tuition & fees?

See if you qualify for our SCC Success Scholarship. Applicants must:

1. Student must be a North Carolina resident who graduated from high school within two years of attending SCC.
2. Student must have a 2.0+ unweighted GPA in high school.
3. Student must complete the FAFSA and apply for all other SCC scholarships.

Initially supported by the SCC Foundation Board and fully funded by the Ralph & Oma Lou Sasser Endowment. This Scholarship offers FREE tuition & fees and a $500 stipend per semester to cover book costs.

Interested in getting 2 years’ worth of free tuition & fees?

See if you qualify for our SCC Success Scholarship. Applicants must:

1. Student must be a North Carolina resident who is 21+ years of age. Preference will be given to Columbus County residents.
2. Student must register with Columbus County NC Works first and apply for WIOA Funding.
3. Student must complete the FAFSA and apply for all other SCC scholarships.

Initially supported by the SCC Foundation Board and fully funded by the Ralph & Oma Lou Sasser Endowment. This Scholarship offers FREE tuition & fees and a $500 stipend per semester to cover book costs.

A. R. Ammons Literary Scholarship

An endowment scholarship was established in memory of Archie Randolph Ammons, a nationally acclaimed poet. Ammons was raised in Columbus County in the New Hope Community. Recipient must be enrolled in the college transfer program, maintain a 3.0 GPA or better and be a resident of Columbus or Bladen County.

Audrey Kay Canady Art and Music Scholarship

This scholarship, funded by an endowment established by Kay S. Canady, is awarded to a full-time student enrolled in Art or Music studies. Recipient must be a Columbus County resident. Preference to graduates of South Columbus High School. Recipients must maintain a 3.0 GPA.

Carl Meares, Sr. Scholarship

An endowment scholarship was established through a request from Carl Meares, Sr., to provide scholarships to students who maintain academic progress.

Cartrette Family Scholarship

An endowment was established by the James Allen Cartrette family to provide scholarships to students who maintain satisfactory academic progress.

Columbus-Whiteville Retired School Personnel Scholarship

This scholarship is funded with gifts from the members of the Columbus-Whiteville Retired School Personnel organization. This scholarship is to provide financial assistance for textbook expenses. Recipients must have earned a 3.0 GPA in previous educational work and be enrolled in the Pre-teaching, Early Childhood, or College Transfer curriculum with specific plans for teaching.

Daniel Otto and Flossie White Hinson Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship was funded by a gift from Frederick and Joann Hinson. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a student in either a Nursing, Business or Pre-Teaching program at SCC. The recipient must be a graduate of a Columbus County High School and have a 3.0 GPA in previous academic endeavors.

 Dr. John F. Munroe Medical Scholarship

This scholarship was established by Dr. John D. Hodgson and Dr. David A. Martin, Jr., owners of Southeast Diagnostics, and is awarded to a student enrolled full time in the Nursing program. The recipient must be a Columbus County resident and be the child of a practicing nurse. Recipients must maintain a 3.0 GPA.

Eleen Williams Nursing Scholarship

This nursing scholarship was established by Johnny R. Williams in memory of his mother, Eleen Williams, a practicing nurse for 43 years in Columbus County. The scholarship is awarded to a recipient for two consecutive years. The recipient must be a resident of Columbus County, be accepted into the Associate Degree Nursing program at the time of award and maintain a 3.0 GPA.

Esther and Wilbur Smith Nursing Scholarship

This scholarship was established by the family and friends of Esther and Wilbur Smith to provide financial assistance to a full-time nursing student.

Evelyn & Georgia Floyd Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is funded by the estates of sisters Evelyn and Georgia Floyd. Recipients must have earned a 3.0 GPA and be an Education major at SCC.

 Fox Family Scholarship

This scholarship was established in memory of Amy Fox Schmitzer, in honor of Elizabeth Fox Fields and Leon M. Fox, Jr.
Recipients must be enrolled in an ADN program at SCC and must maintain a 3.0 GPA.

Helen A. Hilton Honorary Scholarship

This scholarship will be funded with with the income from an endowment by her son, Richard Bryant, Jr. of Fayetteville, NC. Recipient must have a 3.5 GPA.

The Irene Bell Young Nursing Scholarship

This is a nursing scholarship funded through an endowment from the estate gift of William Joseph Anseaume. The student must be accepted into the nursing program. Must be a graduate of South Columbus High School and a resident of Columbus County. Must maintain a 3.0 GPA or better.

Dr. H.G. Walters Medical Scholarship

This scholarship, funded by Southeast Diagnostics of Whiteville, NC. Recipient must maintain a 3.0 GPA or better, enrolled as a full-time student in health-related program, show potential for future achievement and be a resident of Columbus County.

Horace and Linda Carter Tabor/Loris Tribune Scholarship

This scholarship, funded by an endowment from W. Horace and Linda Carter, is awarded to graduates of either South Columbus, Green Sea-Floyds, or Loris High School. Preference is given to students who demonstrate an interest in a career in journalism. Recipients must maintain a 3.0 GPA.

Norma Sidbury Stroscio Excellence in Nursing Scholarship

Mrs. Stroscio was noted for the dedication she brought to her career as a nurse. She mentored many nursing students. Her daughter, Gail Stroscio Jones, her son, Michael A. Stroscio, and an anonymous donor funded this scholarship in her memory. The recipient must be accepted into either the ADN or LPN program at SCC and have a 3.0 GPA.

Mack Canady, Jr. Agricultural Technology Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship, funded by an endowment established by Kay S. Canady, is awarded to a full-time student enrolled in the Agricultural Biotechnology program. Recipients must be Columbus County residents and preference is given to graduates of South Columbus High School. Recipients must maintain a 3.0 GPA.

Ray Scholarship

Mr. and Mrs. Royce Ray established this scholarship for students enrolled in either the Associate Degree Music or Nursing Program. Recipients must maintain a 3.0 GPA.

Dr. Steven C. Scott Scholarship

Awarded to a student maintaining a 3.0 GPA or better and they must be a resident of Columbus County.

William “Bill” F. & Sarah Spivey Norris and Broadus Turbeville  Memorial Scholarship

This memorial scholarship was named by Lynda F. Turbeville and Samuel P. Gaskins of Sanford. The $600 scholarship will be awarded annually to a Columbus County resident enrolled in the College Transfer Program. A 3.0 GPA is required.

Targeted Assistance Program

Funded by the State Board of Community Colleges, this scholarship provides need-based assistance to students who are North Carolina residents enrolled in low-enrollment programs that prepare students for high-demand occupations. Credit and non-credit programs may be eligible. Eligible programs are determined by each college. Applicants must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Golden Leaf Scholarship

This scholarship is designed to assist current high school seniors, current North Carolina community college students and students currently enrolled at public North Carolina 4-year universities. Recipients must be a permanent resident of a qualifying rural county that is economically distressed (Tier I, II or III) and/or tobacco-dependent. Priority for scholarships will be given to students from families adversely affected by the decline of the tobacco industry.

State Employees Credit Union Foundation Scholarship

Each community college in North Carolina offers two $2,500 scholarships annually. Recipients must be a U.S. citizen, a North Carolina resident, and a graduate of a North Carolina high school. Recipients must have achieved a minimum 2.5 GPA and cannot be a Director, employee, or family member of an employee or Director of the State Employees’ Credit Union or the SECU Foundation. Recipients must also demonstrate financial need using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and indicating an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) between $3,601 and $5,000.

Targeted Assistance Program

Funded by the State Board of Community Colleges, this scholarship provides need-based assistance to students who are North Carolina residents enrolled in low-enrollment programs that prepare students for high-demand occupations. Credit and non-credit programs may be eligible. Eligible programs are determined by each college. Applicants must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Chadbourn High School Class of 1957 Scholarship

Established by the late George Edwards, a CHS alumni, this scholarship is awarded to a SCC student with financial need.

Evelyn Walker Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is funded by an endowment established by Harold Walker in memory of his mother. Recipients must maintain a 2.0 GPA. The scholarship is renewable for one year.

Betty Fisher Wells Scholarship

This scholarship was established by the family of Elizabeth “Betty” Fisher Wells to provide financial assistance to Columbus County residents who are currently enrolled full time in any 2-year curriculum program at Southeastern Community College. Recipients must demonstrate financial need and maintain a 2.5 GPA.

Bill Hooks Trust

This scholarship is funded from the endowment established by the Bill Hooks Family in memory of Mr. William H. Hooks. Recipients must have earned a 2.0 GPA in previous educational work and maintain that average to retain the scholarship.

Hoskins General Scholarship

This scholarship was established through a trust set up by Dr. and Mrs. William H. Hoskins to assist students in any degree program.

J.M. Council, Sr. Scholarship

Awarded annually based on merit. The recipient must be enrolled full-time in an SCC degree-granting program and maintain a 3.0 GPA. Established by Jack Council of Council Tool Company in  1981 in memory of his father.

John and Harriett Koonce Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship was established by an endowment set up by Mrs. Samuel G. Koonce, Sr. Recipients must maintain a 2.0 GPA or better.

Jonathan O’Neill Cribb Scholarship

Awarded annually to aspiring high school seniors pursuing higher education at SCC. The Jonathan O’Neill Cribb Memorial Scholarship was established in memory of the son of Larry and Patricia Cribb. Jonathan was a graduate of Whiteville High School and a freshman at Southeastern Community College, majoring in Communication and Journalism. His character was admired by all who knew him. In his memory, this scholarship is awarded annually to aspiring high school seniors pursuing higher education at SCC.

Jones Family Scholarship

The purpose of this fund is to provide scholarship aid to Southeastern Community College students from high schools in the surrounding area. The Jones Family Scholarship was established with gifts from Jones Stores. Recipients must maintain a 3.0 GPA and be enrolled full-time in a degree or diploma program.

Joseph T. Wyche Scholarship

This scholarship is funded by an endowment established by Joseph T. Wyche. Recipients must maintain a 2.0 GPA or better and be a resident of Columbus County.

Kathy Todd Bookstore Scholarship

This scholarship was established by friends and family of former SCC employee Kathy Todd and provides financial assistance. Recipients must be Columbus County residents and must maintain a 2.0 GPA.

Leatherbury Scholarship

This scholarship will be funded with income from the endowment established by Mrs. Grace Leatherbury in memory of her son, Edward P. Leatherbury, III, this scholarship assists full- and part-time students with the cost of tuition, fees, and books. Recipients must maintain a 2.0 GPA.

Lloyd & Beth Batten Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is funded with income from the endowment established by Lloyd and Beth Batten. Recipients must maintain a 2.5 GPA or better and be a resident of Columbus County. This is a tuition-only scholarship, with books being purchased with any excess funds.

Lowe Scholarship

This scholarship is funded with income from the endowment established for Aileen Garrell and Lester Vincent Lowe. Must be a full-time student, resident of North Carolina and maintain a 2.0 GPA or better.

Mary Jane Donayre Scholarship

This annual scholarship, funded by Dr. Luis Donayre in honor of his wife, Mary Jane “Sue” Donayre, will be awarded to a student who is a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Whiteville.

Melba L. Williams Scholarship

This scholarship is funded by an endowment established by Melba L. Williams. Recipients must maintain a 2.5 GPA or better, be a resident of Columbus County, and be enrolled in a technical or nursing program.

R. C. Norris Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is funded by an endowment in memory of Roland C. Norris. Recipients must maintain a 2.0 GPA or better, enrolled in a one-two year degree program, full-time student and a be a resident of North Carolina.

Sam T. Gore Family Scholarship

This scholarship is funded by the Sam T. Gore family to provide scholarships to recipients who have earned a 2.0 GPA and demonstrate potential for future achievement.

Samuel G. Koonce, Sr. Memorial Scholarship

Mr. Koonce was a founding father of SCC. He served as a member of the Board of Trustees from 1964—2003, serving as chair for 11 of those years. He helped to establish the SCC Foundation and ensured its success. Family and friends of Mr. Koonce established this scholarship in his memory by endowing this scholarship in his name. Financial need and a 2.0 GPA are required.

W. A. and Edith Williams Scholarship

This scholarship is funded by an endowment established by Mr. and Mrs. Samuel G. Koonce, Sr. Recipients must maintain a 2.0 GPA or better, full-time enrolled, and be a resident of Columbus County

Audrey Kay Canady Art and Music Scholarship

This scholarship, funded by an endowment established by Kay S. Canady, is awarded to a full-time student enrolled in the Art or Music program. Recipients must be a Columbus County resident. Preference is given to graduates of South Columbus High School. Recipients must maintain a 3.0 GPA.

Ashley Poovey Memorial Scholarship

This $500 scholarship in memory of Ashley Poovey is awarded to graduates of Whiteville High School who choose to pursue a career in the Pharmacy Technology program or pre-pharmacy program. Recipients must maintain a 2.5 GPA.

Barefoot Memorial Scholarship

The Dr. W.F. and Lilma Barefoot Memorial Scholarship is funded from the estate of Dr. Barefoot. The recipients must have a 2.0 GPA, have been a resident of Columbus County for more than four years, and graduated from a Columbus County high school. They must maintain full-time status.

Columbus County Farm Bureau

One $500 scholarship is awarded annually to a graduate of each of the following high schools: East Columbus, South Columbus, West Columbus, and Whiteville. Recipients must be enrolled full time, have at least a 2.5 GPA, be a member or a child of a member of the Columbus County Farm Bureau, and submit proof of Columbus County Farm Bureau membership.

Columbus County Youth and Families Association, Inc. Scholarship

The nonprofit, Christian-based organization funds this scholarship. It is awarded to a senior graduating from a public or private high school in Columbus County.

Dr. Paula H. Stanley Achievement Scholarship

This scholarship is funded annually by the family of Dr. Stanley. An award of $500 will be given each spring to a graduate of Whiteville High School. A 3.0 GPA is required.

Garrell-Yam City-Time Saver Scholarship

In the awarding of this scholarship, preference is given to employees or their dependents of Yam City Oil Co. and Time Saver Stores. Recipients must be graduates of a Columbus County high school, preferably South Columbus. Recipients should be majoring in business.

Helen Dasher High Music Scholarship

This scholarship will be funded with the income from an endowment established by Sarah Helen High Clagett, Robert O. High, Jr., Williams Dasher High and Walter Bankston High. Recipients must have earned a 2.0 GPA, be enrolled as a full-time student in the music program at SCC, be a Columbus County resident, and be a graduate of a public or Christian school in Columbus County.

Horace and Linda Carter Tabor/Loris Tribune Scholarship

This scholarship, funded by an endowment from W. Horace and Linda Carter, is awarded to graduates of either South Columbus, Green Sea-Floyds, or Loris High School. Preference is given to students who demonstrate an interest in a career in journalism. Recipients must maintain a 3.0 GPA.

Mack Canady, Jr., Agricultural Biotechnology Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship, funded by an endowment established by Kay S. Canady, is awarded to a full-time student enrolled in the Agricultural Biotechnology program. Recipients must be Columbus County residents and preference is given to graduates of South Columbus High School. Recipients must maintain a 3.0 GPA.

Sarah Wooten Prince Memorial Scholarship

The Sarah Wooten Prince Memorial Scholarship provides scholarships to students who are graduates of Clarkton, West Bladen, East Columbus, or West Columbus High Schools. A 2.0 GPA is required.

Sol and Miriam Mann Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship honors long-time college supporters, Sol and Miriam Mann, and was established by a gift from the Mann estate. Recipients must be Columbus County residents and preference is given to graduates of Whiteville High School. Recipients must maintain a 3.0 GPA.

Trustees’ Academic Scholarship

Each year, the Board of Trustees of SCC funds two scholarships for each public high school and one for each private high school in Columbus County. In schools with graduating classes of 100 or more, the scholarships are given to students with the highest grade point average who rank in the top 10 percent of their graduating class and enroll at SCC. In smaller graduating classes, the awards are made to SCC applicants in the top 20 percent of their class. The scholarship has a $2,500 maximum award.

Georgia and Henry Wyche Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is named in honor of Georgia and Henry Wyche. Priority for this scholarship is given to graduates of East Columbus High School. Recipients must be enrolled in a 2-year degree program.

Dr. Jugta Kahai Scholarship

This $1,500 scholarship, funded by Dr. Jugta Kahai, is awarded to a full-time student at SCC with at least a 2.5 GPA.

Helen A. Hilton Honorary Scholarship

This scholarship will be funded with the income from an endowment established by her son, Richard Bryant, Jr. of Fayetteville. The award will be made to a student with a 3.5 GPA.

Jennifer L. Stocks Scholarship

This $500 scholarship, in memory of Jennifer L. Stocks, is awarded to students who are residents of Columbus County and who have earned a 2.0 GPA.

Baseball Scholarship

These scholarships may be offered to students who are selected to play on the men’s baseball team. The maximum award covers the cost of tuition per term.

Softball Scholarship

These scholarships may be offered to students who are selected to play on the women’s softball team. Recipients must enrolled full time.

Agricultural Biotechnology

Clyde W. Morris Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship was established in memory of Clyde W. Morris by his sister, Hilda Morris Small and her husband, Billy Small. Recipients must be enrolled in the Agricultural Biotechnology Program at SCC.

Mack Canady, Jr. Agricultural Technology Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship, funded by an endowment established by Kay S. Canady, is awarded to a full-time student enrolled in the Agricultural Biotechnology program. Recipients must be Columbus County residents and preference is given to graduates of South Columbus High School. Recipients must maintain a 3.0 GPA.

Arts & Music Scholarships

Audrey Kay Canady Art and Music Scholarship

This scholarship, funded by an endowment established by Kay S. Canady, is awarded to a full-time student enrolled in the Art or Music program. Recipients must be a Columbus County resident. Preference is given to graduates of South Columbus High School. Recipients must maintain a 3.0 GPA.

Charles R. Long Scholarship

The Charles R. Long Scholarship was established to provide an annual scholarship to students in a business curriculum (emphasis on accounting) or in music or another liberal arts program. Recipients must demonstrate leadership potential and citizenship.

Hannah Grace DeMoss Scholarship

This scholarship will be funded with an annual gift from Jeffrey and Donna DeMoss and family members. The recipient must be pursuing a therapy-related career such as music, physical, speech or occupational therapy or special education. A 3.2 GPA is required.

Helen Dasher High Music Scholarship

This scholarship will be funded with the income from an endowment established by Sarah Helen High Clagett, Robert O. High, Jr., Williams Dasher High and Walter Bankston High. Recipients must have earned a 2.0 GPA, be enrolled as a full-time student in the Music program at SCC, be a Columbus County resident, and be a graduate of a public or Christian school in Columbus County.

 Ray Scholarship

Mr. and Mrs. Royce Ray established this scholarship for students enrolled in either the Associate Degree Music or Nursing program. Recipients must maintain a 3.0 GPA.

Richard F. Burdkhardt Memorial Music Scholarship

This scholarship is funded from a trust initiated by the late Richard F. Burkhardt, long-time music instructor at SCC. Recipients must have earned and maintained a 2.5 GPA and be enrolled full-time in the Music program at SCC.

Business & Banking Scholarships

Daniel Otto and Flossie White Hinson Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship was funded by a gift from Frederick and Joann Hinson. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a student in either a Nursing, Business or Pre-Teaching program at SCC. The recipient must be a graduate of a Columbus County High School and have a 3.0 GPA in previous academic endeavors.

Garrell-Yam City-Time Saver Scholarship

In the awarding of this scholarship, preference is given to employees or their dependents of Yam City Oil Co. and Time Saver Stores. Recipients must be graduates of a Columbus County high school, preferably South Columbus. Recipients should be majoring in business.

Long Scholarship

The Charles R. Long Scholarship was established to provide an annual scholarship to students in a business curriculum (emphasis on accounting) or in music or another liberal art program. Recipients must demonstrate leadership potential and citizenship.

Tedder Memorial Scholarship

The Jeanette P. Tedder Memorial Scholarship provides scholarships to students in the Business Administration or Education curriculum. The Scholarships was established by Bobby Royce Tedder and Teddy Tedder, Jr.

Criminal Justice

Jesse Roland Barker Criminal Justice Scholarship

This $1,000 scholarship, funded by Kelly Barker Horne, is to be awarded annually to a student in the Criminal Justice Technology Program. A 2.5 GPA is required.

Education

 Daniel Otto and Flossie White Hinson Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship was funded by a gift from Frederick and Joann Hinson. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a student in either a Nursing, Business or Pre-Teaching program at SCC. The recipient must be a graduate of a Columbus County High School and have a 3.0 GPA in previous academic endeavors.

Evelyn & Georgia Floyd Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is funded from the estates of sisters Evelyn and Georgia Floyd. Recipients must have earned a 3.0 GPA and be an Education major at SCC.

Engineering

Comstock Scholarships

These scholarships, made available through the James A. Comstock Memorial Trust, are for students planning to complete a 2-year Engineering degree.

Medicine, Health & Nursing Scholarships

Ashley Poovey Memorial Scholarship

This $500 scholarship in memory of Ashley Poovey is awarded to graduates of Whiteville High School who choose to pursue a career in the Pharmacy Technology program. Recipients must maintain a 2.5 GPA.

Casey/Briley Nursing Scholarship

Gifts to the SCC Foundation from the families of Mr. and Mrs. William T. Casey and Dr. and Mrs. Brantley Briley have funded this endowed scholarship. Dr. Brantley Briley is a former SCC President. The scholarship is awarded annually to a student who has been accepted into the Associate Degree Nursing Program at SCC.

Chadbourn Presbyterian Church Nursing Scholarship

This $1,000 scholarship, funded annually by the members of the church, is designated for a student accepted into either the ADN or LPN programs who is also a resident of Columbus County.

Daniel Otto and Flossie White Hinson Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship was funded by a gift from Frederick and Joann Hinson. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a student in either a Nursing, Business or Pre-Teaching program at SCC. The recipient must be a graduate of a Columbus County High School and have a 3.0 GPA in previous academic endeavors.

Hannah Grace DeMoss Scholarship

This scholarship will be funded with an annual gift from Jeffrey and Donna DeMoss and family members. The recipient must be pursuing a therapy-related career such as music, physical, speech or occupational therapy or special education. A 3.2 GPA is required.

The Irene Bell Young Nursing Scholarship

This is a nursing scholarship funded through an endowment from the estate gift of William Joseph Anseaume. The student must be accepted into the nursing program. Must be a graduate of South Columbus High School and a resident of Columbus County. Must maintain a 3.0 GPA or better.

Jim & Peggy Newman Nursing Scholarship

This is a nursing scholarship for $1,000 funded annually. The student must be accepted into the nursing program. Must be a resident of Columbus or Bladen Counties. Must maintain a 2.5 GPA or better.

Dr. John F. Munroe Medical Scholarship

This scholarship was established by Dr. John D. Hodgson and Dr. David A. Martin, Jr., owners of Southeast Diagnostics, and is awarded to a student enrolled full time in the Nursing program. The recipient must be a Columbus County resident and be the child of a practicing nurse. Recipients must maintain a 3.0 GPA.

Eleen Williams Nursing Scholarship

This nursing scholarship was established by Johnny R. Williams in memory of his mother, Eleen Williams, a practicing nurse for 43 years in Columbus County. The scholarship is awarded to a recipient for two consecutive years. The recipient must be a resident of Columbus County, be accepted into the Associate Degree Nursing program at the time of award and maintain a 3.0 GPA.

Esther and Wilbur Smith Nursing Scholarship

This scholarship was established by family and friends of Esther and Wilbur Smith to provide financial assistance to a full-time nursing student.This scholarship will be funded with an annual gift from Jeffrey and Donna DeMoss and family members. The recipient must be pursuing a therapy-related career such as music, physical, speech or occupational therapy or special education. A 3.2 GPA is required.

Hoskins Nursing Scholarship

This scholarship was established through a trust set up by Dr. and Mrs. William H. Hoskins to assist students in any nursing curriculum (except continuing education).

Judy Vann Smith Nursing Scholarship

This scholarship was established in memory of Judy V. Smith, a long-time employee of SCC, is awarded to Associate Degree Nursing students who have earned and continue to maintain a 2.5 GPA.

Medical Laboratory Technology Scholarship

This tuition scholarship provides funds to sophomore students while enrolled in the clinical portion of the MLT program. Recipients must have a cumulative 2.5 GPA.

Norma Sidbury Stroscio Excellence in Nursing Scholarship

Mrs. Stroscio was noted for the dedication she brought to her career as a nurse. She mentored many nursing students. Her daughter, Gail Stroscio Jones, her son, Michael A. Stroscio, and an anonymous donor funded this scholarship in her memory. The recipient must be accepted into either the ADN or LPN program at SCC and have a 3.0 GPA.

Peggy Yoder Blackmon Nursing Scholarship

This scholarship is to provide a scholarship annually to a Nursing student who aspires to devote his/her life to the nursing profession. The scholarship continues to be funded with gifts from the family and friends of Peggy Yoder Blackmon.  The recipient must be accepted in a nursing program at the time of the award, have earned a 2.5 GPA or better in previous academic work and maintain satisfactory progress in accordance with college guidelines in order to retain the scholarship, and must be a resident of Columbus County.

Natalie Padrick Platt Nursing Scholarship

This scholarship is funded by the family and friends of the late Natalie Padrick Platt, a graduate of SCC’s Nursing Program. The recipient must be a resident of Columbus County, be a first-year student in the Associate Degree Nursing Program and maintain a 2.7 GPA.

Ray Scholarship

Mr. and Mrs. Royce Ray established this scholarship for students enrolled in either the Associate Degree Music or Nursing Program. Recipients must maintain a 3.0 GPA.

Rhone Sasser Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC Honorary

This scholarship was named in honor of Mr. Sasser by the Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina Board of Trustees for his 22 years of service on that board. The recipient must be enrolled in an Allied Health curriculum at SCC.

Thompson Scholarship

This scholarship was established in memory of Wray Thompson to assist Nursing students at SCC. Recipients must maintain a 2.0 GPA.