Mary and Wyatt Upchurch Endowed Scholarship

The donor wishes to support students of good character who deserve a high quality education. The recipient will be a full-time student pursuing a degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math), Education or Business. The recipient will be of the highest character. The recipient will have a financial need and participate in extra-curricular activity that demonstrates integrity and commitment to serving others. Preference will be given to residents of NC with a GPA in the 2.8 to 3.2 range. The award is renewable as long as the recipient maintains a minimum 2.8 GPA. Eligible recipients will submit an essay outlining their deservedness for the award to the UNCP Financial Aid Office.