This scholarship was established in memory of former Clarkton native and mayor, Robert C. Clark, who was dedicated to helping others throughout his life.
To qualify as a recipient for the Robert C. Clark Endowed Scholarship, an applicant must meet the following criteria:
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Be a resident of Bladen County.
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Be enrolled as a full time student.
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Submitted a scholarship application.
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Be a motivated, capable learner who has demonstrated economic need, as well as exhausted other resources for financial assistance.
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Submit an essay stating why they have chosen their particular field of study and how the scholarship will help them attain their educational goal.
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Maintain a 2.5 grade point average.
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Continue enrollment for the duration of the scholarship.