Wake Tech Scholarships: Opportunities for Academic Success
Wake Technical Community College offers a variety of scholarships to support students in achieving their educational goals. These scholarships are funded by individuals, organizations, and businesses committed to investing in the future workforce. This article provides an overview of the various scholarships available, their eligibility criteria, and their specific focus areas.
General Application Information
To apply for the scholarships listed below, students enrolled in the specified programs should sign in during the application period using their Wake Tech key account and complete the general application. The regular application cycle runs from March 1 to April 30 each year. Those not currently enrolled in the listed programs should return to the site during the regular application cycle.
Scholarship Opportunities
Wake Tech offers a diverse range of scholarships, each with its own unique criteria and purpose. These scholarships support students in various fields of study and with different backgrounds and needs.
Program-Specific Scholarships
Several scholarships target students enrolled in specific programs at Wake Tech, fostering expertise in vital industries.
AFCOM NC Chapter Scholarship: Established in 2021, this scholarship supports students enrolled in a computer technology associate degree program at Wake Tech, nurturing the next generation of IT professionals.
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Brasfield & Gorrie Founder’s Award: Created in 2017, this award benefits Architectural Technology students, fostering innovation and excellence in the built environment.
Chaine des Rotissuers Scholarship: Awarded annually to two high-achieving Culinary Arts students, this scholarship, established in 2014, encourages culinary excellence and innovation.
Neurodiagnostic Technology (NDT) Scholarship: Established in 2024, this scholarship supports students pursuing Wake Tech’s Neurodiagnostic Technology (NDT) degree, focusing on those with demonstrated academic promise and financial need. Preference is given to first-generation college students.
Dr. Stephen C. Scholarship: Established in 2015, this scholarship supports students enrolled full, half, or part-time in the Applied and Engineering Technologies division at Wake Technical Community College, fostering technical skills and innovation.
Scholarships Based on Background and Need
Some scholarships prioritize students with specific backgrounds or financial needs, promoting equity and access to education.
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The Aspiration Scholarship: This scholarship targets first-generation Wake County residents who graduated from one of Wake County’s Title 1 High Schools. It is open to all curriculum majors, with priority given to students in biopharma programs pursuing an associate’s degree.
Bonnie Fischer’s Hope for the Future Scholarship: Established in 2021, this scholarship provides students with financial need access to high-quality education and training without accumulating large amounts of debt, ensuring that financial constraints do not hinder academic pursuits.
CMAA (Construction Management Association of America) Scholarship: Established in 2013 and endowed in 2016 by the NC Chapter of the CMAA, this scholarship supports high-performing Wake Technical Community College students with financial need, fostering excellence in construction management.
Cary Woman’s Club Mature Woman’s Scholarship: Established in 2014, this scholarship supports mature women at Wake Technical Community College, recognizing the unique challenges and contributions of women returning to education.
Memorial and Honorary Scholarships
Several scholarships honor individuals who have made significant contributions to their communities or fields, perpetuating their legacies through student support.
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Alicia Elliott Scholarship: Established in 2025 by Goodwill Industries of Eastern North Carolina, this scholarship honors the outstanding service and dedication of board member Alicia Elliott, recognizing her commitment to community service.
Bertha Drew Harris Scholarship: Established as an endowed scholarship created by the will of the late Bertha Drew Harris of Wake Forest, N.C., this scholarship supports students in honor of her legacy.
Carla G. Scholarship: Established by family and friends of the late Carla G., daughter of Carl and Faye Price, this scholarship honors her strong will to succeed and the joy she brought to those who knew her.
Chuck Wolfe Scholarship: Established in 2023 in memory of Chuck Wolfe, who served as Program Director/Instructor in the Construction Management Technology program at Wake Tech, this scholarship honors his contributions to construction education.
Connie Mack Price Jr. Scholarship: Established to honor Connie Mack Price, Jr., who passed away on June 10, 2023. Connie worked for the State Highway Patrol in Raleigh for many years repairing and painting vehicles.
Laura Farkas and Brian Scholarship: Laura Farkas taught history at Wake Tech for nearly eight years, and her husband, Brian, taught Engineering at NCSU for over twenty years.
General Scholarships
These scholarships offer broad support for students across various programs and backgrounds.
Altrusa International of Raleigh Scholarship: Established in 1999 by members of Altrusa International of Raleigh, this scholarship supports students committed to civic service and community involvement. Altrusa was founded in 1917 as the first women’s civic service club, with the Raleigh Club organized in 1938.
Ashworth Scholarship: Established in 2014, this scholarship is awarded to a student obtaining a degree in the Health Sciences from Wake Tech. Ralph and Daphne Ashworth’s genuine desire is to help provide a student with the opportunity to achieve a successful career.
Bojangles/Tri-Arc Foods Scholarship: Established in 2015, this scholarship is awarded each year to a student obtaining a degree from Wake Tech. is the owner and operator of one of the largest Bojangles’ franchises in North Carolina and Virginia.
Coles Daniel Scholarship: Established in 2020 by Barbara A. Coles and Linda R. Daniel to support students pursuing any curriculum program at Wake Tech, including all degree, certificate, and diploma options.
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