Extension and Community Association Scholarships
Stanford-Duplin County Extension and Community Association (ECA) members are proud to share details about upcoming 2027 Southeast District Extension and Community Association Scholarships. The $800.00 scholarships are given to a youth and an adult who are continuing their education beyond the high school level in any field of study, but with priority given to a degree in family and consumer sciences.
A youth applicant is defined as a high school senior or a student currently enrolled in college having completed high school without a break in his /her formal education. An adult is an individual who has completed high school and has had a break in his/her formal education and now wishes to further his/her education.
All applicants must be North Carolina residents and planning to attend a North Carolina accredited college, community college or technical institute the fall of 2027. Scholarships are awarded based on the following criteria:
Financial Need 25%
Scholarship Potential 25%
Activities and Honors 25%
ECA Connection 25%
The deadline for applications is February 1, 2027. You will find the application below or to obtain a printed copy of the application visit the Duplin County Center of N.C. Cooperative Extension.
Extension and Community Association (ECA)'s mission is to Strengthen Families through:
- Leadership Development
- Volunteer Work
- Educational Support
- Researched-based education from North Carolina State University and North Carolina A&T State University
Applications from students in Duplin County may be emailed to Rachel Ezzell (rachel_ezzell@ncsu.edu) or mailed to Rachel Ezzell, 165-C Agriculture Drive, Kenansville, NC, 28349.
