John Alfred Leger Family Scholarship

Western Carolina University

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About the Scholarship

Opens: 10/1/2026

Closes: 2/1/2027

The John Alfred Leger Family Scholarship supports undergraduate students from Burke County, North Carolina, attending Western Carolina University. Students studying nursing or education who demonstrate civic involvement are welcome to apply, particularly graduates of Jimmy C. Draughn High School, Valdese, North Carolina, followed by graduates of East Burke High School, Connelly Springs, North Carolina.

Award Amount Varies

Essay Required: No
Need-Based: No
Merit-Based: No
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Requirements

Resident of Burke County, North Carolina

Attending Western Carolina University

Undergraduate student

Seeking a bachelor's degree fulltime

Studying education or nursing

Participation in civic engagement Preference given to graduates of Jimmy C. Draughn High School, Valdese, North Carolina, followed by graduates of East Burke High School, Connelly Springs, North Carolina.