Dare County Boat Builders Foundation

Scholarships

We are pleased to announce that we have four named scholarships this year plus our general scholarships.

    Taylor Harrison Scholarship   

    Omie Tillett Scholarship

    Warren O'Neal Scholarship

    Buddy Davis Scholarship

 

Dare County Boat Builders Foundation Scholarships

Eligibility

Dare County High School seniors (First Flight, Manteo, and Hatteras); previous scholarship recipients; new applicants (current college students pursuing continuing education or a degree).

Applicant criteria

Applicants must be related to a parent or guardian employed in the marine industry, including but not limited to:

  • Fishing (sport or commercial)
  • Boat building
  • Tackle and rigging supply
  • Marine industry supply

OR the applicant must intend to pursue a degree or program of study in the marine industry, including but not limited to:

  • Naval architecture
  • Boat building and carpentry
  • Marine biology
  • Marine mechanical and electrical
  • Welding and machinery

Applicants will also be considered based on the following:

  • Financial need
  • Academic merit
  • Moral character
  • Leadership qualities
  • Self motivation
  • Recommendations
  • Essay
  • Interview

Dates and Deadlines

Completed applications are to be returned to your high school guidance counselors no later than April 1.  College student applicants should postmark applications no later than March 31st.  Mailed applications should be sent to:

DCBBF
Attn: Scholarship committee
PO Box 305
Manns Harbor, NC 27953

Applicants must also be available, if requested, for an interview on April 17, 2011.  (location to be determined)

Download the application