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North Carolina or South Carolina residents who have lost a parent or primary legal guardian may apply if they are a high school senior or enrolled in college, university, or trade school with at least one full academic year remaining.
Up to ten awards of $2,500 each are granted.
Apply online between March 1 and April 30 with proof of death, a 500-word student reflection essay, and one letter of recommendation from a teacher, mentor, or community leader.
The ROB Foundation Scholarship awards $2,500 (10 winners).
The deadline is April 30, 2027. Applications submitted after the deadline are typically not considered, so plan to finish early.
Key requirements include: United States; North Carolina; South Carolina; High school. Check the full eligibility section above, or create a free Award Scholar profile to have every requirement checked against your profile automatically.
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