More than $600,000 in scholarships are available for area students through the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore. The Foundation, which awarded scholarships to over 400 students last year, has recently opened applications on their website. Many of the scholarships have an April 1, 2025 deadline. The eligibility criteria for each scholarship are listed in the application.
The Foundation offers a wide variety of scholarships, each with unique criteria. Some scholarships are based on the student’s prospective area of study, such as education, STEM, or trades like HVAC repair, welding, and culinary arts. Other Foundation scholarship criteria prioritize a student’s high school affiliation, GPA, athletic activities, organizational memberships, or community service.
“Students should not assume that scholarships aren’t for them,” explains Cathy Diekmann, CFES Director of Scholarships & Community Engagement. “Paying for college is a huge undertaking for nearly every student, but there are a variety of resources to help. School guidance counselors, the financial aid office at your chosen college, and mentors can guide students toward scholarship opportunities.”
For a full list of scholarships, criteria, and applications, visit CFES.org/scholarships.