Applicants must be enrolling in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program, including two-year associate degree programs. Students must submit an original essay using the given prompt.

Applicant must have a combined SAT Reasoning score of 1050 (composite ACT score of 23) and minimum 3.0 GPA.

Applicant must have demonstrated outstanding leadership qualities in high school and must show academic potential to be successful at Guilford College.

Applicant must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and minimum combined SAT Reasoning score of 1050 (composite ACT score of 22).

Applicant must be in need of financial aid and academic training.

Applicant must be a college-bound high school senior who is living with a terminally ill parent and who demonstrates a compelling personal and financial need, a strong sense of family, and collegiate promise.

Applicant must submit two letters of recommendation from math or science teachers. Interview required.

Applicants must be members of the East Coast surfing community. Rising high school seniors, current undergraduate college students and returning students may apply regardless of age. Two letters of recommendation and a 500-word essay are required. Previous applicants and winners may reapply each year.