Weatherly Scholarship Dual Credit Application

For NCTC Dual Credit Students

Complete all required sections below. This scholarship is specifically for high school students taking dual credit courses at North Central Texas College (NCTC). Awards are $250 per semester.

Section 1: Personal Information

Must show age 16-24

Permanent Address *

You must maintain a permanent address in Cooke County, Texas to be eligible. Applicants from bordering counties may be considered at the Team's discretion.

Contact Information *

Section 2: High School and Dual Credit Enrollment

High School Information *

High School Academic Performance *

Must be on a 4.0 scale (e.g., 3.85). This should appear on your high school transcript or be provided by your high school counselor.

List any academic honors, awards, honor society memberships (such as National Honor Society), academic competitions, or other academic achievements you have earned in high school. If none, write "None." (1000 character limit)

Upload your official or unofficial high school transcript (PDF only, max 5MB)

Section 3: North Central Texas College Dual Credit Enrollment

NCTC Dual Credit Enrollment *

This scholarship is only for dual credit courses taken at NCTC. If you are not enrolled at NCTC, you are not eligible for this scholarship.

Planned Dual Credit Enrollment *

Enter the number of dual credit hours you plan to take at NCTC in each semester. Enter 0 if you will not enroll in a semester. Scholarship awards are $250 per semester.

Please describe your academic and career goals. What do you hope to achieve through dual credit courses? How will this scholarship help you reach your goals? (2000 character limit)

Section 4: Church Involvement and Attendance

This section represents up to 30 points of your total score (15 points for involvement + 15 points for attendance).

Church Attendance *

Describe your involvement in your church. This may include volunteer roles such as VBS helper, ministry volunteer, small group leader, worship team member, youth group participation, mission trips, or other service. Please describe your roles, responsibilities, and how your faith and church involvement have shaped your character and goals. (2000 character limit)

Tip: Be specific about your roles and the time you've committed. The Team is looking for genuine involvement, not just attendance.

Section 5: School Activities

This section represents up to 15 points of your total score.

Describe your involvement in school activities. This includes extracurriculars such as clubs, sports teams, band, choir, student government, honor societies, academic teams, theater, or other school-sponsored activities. Please describe any leadership roles you held and explain how these activities helped you grow as a person and leader. (2000 character limit)

Tip: Include specific activities, years of participation, positions held, and what you learned. Quality of involvement matters more than quantity.

Section 6: Community Service

This section represents up to 15 points of your total score.

Describe your community service activities outside of school. This may include volunteering as a tutor or reading buddy, serving with local nonprofits, community organizations, civic groups, food banks, animal shelters, or other community service. Explain how this volunteer work has impacted you and your community. (2000 character limit)

Tip: Focus on non-school, non-church activities. Describe your service, time commitment, and personal growth from these experiences.

Section 7: Financial Need

This section represents up to 40 points of your total score and is the most heavily weighted criterion.

Disadvantaged Status Check *

Students classified as economically or educationally disadvantaged are already covered by other programs and are NOT eligible for this scholarship. If you are unsure of your status, check with your high school counselor.

Section 8: Letter of Recommendation

You must provide contact information for one individual (a teacher or counselor) who will submit a letter of recommendation on your behalf. After you submit this application, the Scholarship Coordinator will send them a unique link to submit their recommendation.

Recommender: Teacher or Counselor *

This should be a high school teacher or counselor who can speak to your academic abilities, character, and potential.

Section 9: Additional Information

Use this space to share any additional information that would help the Team understand your application, circumstances, or qualifications. (1000 character limit)

Certification and Submission

After submitting, you will receive a confirmation email. Your recommender will also receive instructions for submitting their letter.