Extension and Community Association Scholarships

Surry County Extension and Community Association (ECA) members are proud to announce they are accepting applications for the 2025 North Central 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 2025.  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 16, 2026.  You will find the application in the link below or to obtain a printed copy of the application or for more information on applying or joining an ECA club, call the, Surry County Center of N.C. Cooperative Extension  at 336-401-8025.

Surry County Extension and Community Association (ECA) has three clubs and 70 members located throughout the county.  The organization’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

2026 ECA Scholarship Application