This scholarship was established by Manly, Giles, David, and Rogers Clark. It was established to assist high school graduates who have outstanding academic abilities and a need for financial assistance to further their goal of a college education.

The recipient of this scholarship will be selected each year by the college’s scholarship committee. Factors to be considered in the selection process will include, but will not be limited to, scholastic achievement, participation in community activities, and a demonstrated commitment to the students chosen disciplines.

To qualify as a recipient for the Clark Brothers Endowed Scholarship, an applicant must meet the following criteria:

• Be a resident of Bladen County. If a Bladen County student does not qualify, the student is to be a resident of Sampson County.

• Submit a scholarship application.

• Be a motivated, capable learner who has a demonstrated economic need.

• Submit an essay stating why they have chosen the field of study and how the scholarship will help them attain their educational goal.

• Maintain a minimum 2.0 grade point average.

• Continue enrollment for the duration of the scholarship.