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Linda Porter’s Shear Genius Scholarship

Outer Banks Community Foundation
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About the Scholarship

Opens: 1/1/2026
Closes: 2/24/2026

Linda Porter’s Shear Genius Scholarship assists graduating high school seniors or community college students who are attending or planning to attend the College of the Albemarle. Students seeking a professional certification or associate degree are encouraged to apply. This program is managed by the College of The Albemarle Foundation.

Award Amount Varies
  • Essay Required: No
  • Need-Based: Yes
  • Merit-Based: No
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Requirements
  • Minimum 2.00 GPA
  • Resident of Dare County, North Carolina
  • Attend College of the Albemarle
  • High school senior, community college student, college freshman, sophomore, on academic break, or not currently enrolled
  • Seeking a professional certification or associate degree
  • Studying cosmetology or aesthetics
  • Returning student
  • Demonstrate financial need

    • Details

    Pursued Degree Level
    Professional Certification, 1-year Certificate, Associate Degree
    Current Grade
    High School Senior, Community College Freshman, Community College Sophomore, College Freshman, College Sophomore, Not Enrolled, On Academic Break
    Location
    • Country: US
    • State: NC
    • County: Dare
    Current School
    College of the Albemarle
    Intended Area of Study
    Cosmetology Instruction and Salon Management
    Minimum GPA
    2
    Situation
    Nontraditional / Returning Student

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