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The Carroll-Wyatt Scholarship

Location Pike County
Renewal Annual
Deadline 01/19/2026

Annual, renewable scholarship established by the Carroll-Wyatt Scholarship Fund trust created through the Last Will and Testament of Hilda D. Carroll to provide scholarships to Pike Central High School graduates pursuing a college degree.

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Eligibility Criteria

Graduating seniors of Pike Central High School with demonstrated financial need pursuing post-secondary education at any accredited institution.

Selection Criteria

Selection will be based on all sections of the application form and required supplemental documents.

Supplemental Requirements

Essay: Statement of Aspirations and Educational Goals (not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages).
Two letters of recommendation from individuals who are unrelated to the applicant and who are not Community Foundation board members.
Completion of the FAFSA.
Official grade transcript.

Award Amount

$1,800

Application Deadline

January 19, 2026 at Midnight

Renewal Details

May be renewable for consecutive sophomore, junior, and seniors years provided recipient maintains full-time status and remains in good standing with his or her college/university.  Renewal award amounts may differ from the original award. Renewal applications will be assigned to renewal candidates in their online student accounts.

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We offer scholarships across a variety of fields, including academic achievement, community involvement, and financial need.

Eligibility varies by scholarship but generally includes local students pursuing post-secondary education or vocational training.

Applications are submitted online through our website, following the instructions.

Each scholarship has a specific application period and deadline, listed on our website.

Some scholarships are one-time awards, while others may be renewable; details are provided with each opportunity.

Selection is based on criteria set by each scholarship, which may include academic performance, financial need, or community service.

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