Nominations are being sought for a $750 scholarship by the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Administrative professionals Association (NCCEAPA) through March 13, 2015. The scholarship is available to North Carolina residents pursuing a college degree (Associates and/or Bachelors) in business or a business-related field of study. Applicants must be enrolled to attend classes at a college during the 2015-2016 school year.
The scholarship is awarded annually to honor the work and dedication of Edith Herter and Frances O'Neal, co-leaders in forming the NCCEAPA in 1973.
Qualified applicants interested in apply for this scholarship can obtain an application packet from the financial aid office at their local community college. Additional information can be obtained by contacting the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service, Cleveland County Center, at 704-482-4365, or by visiting the Center at 130 South Post Road, Suite 1, Shelby, NC 28152.