Scholarship Opportunities

Financial support for dependent children of NPECA Regular and Honorary members pursuing higher education.

2026 Program

Investing in the next generation

Each year NPECA awards six scholarships totaling $6,500 to help member families afford accredited college education. One memorial award honors exceptional leadership; five college awards support students on their academic path.

Application deadline

April 6

2026

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Total awarded

$6,500

Scholarships

6

Academic year

2026

Deadline

Apr 6

Available awards

Two scholarship types for the 2026 cycle โ€” one memorial honor and five college awards.

1 available

Jerry Dean Memorial Scholarship

$1,500

Honoring students who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement, leadership, and meaningful community involvement.

  • Leadership & service
  • Strong academic record
5 availables

NPECA College Scholarships

$1,000

For dependents of NPECA members enrolled full-time at an accredited college or university.

  • Full-time enrollment
  • $5,000 total pool

How it works

A straightforward process from application to award notification.

  1. 1

    Complete the application

    Fill out the online form and upload required documents before the deadline.

  2. 2

    Committee review

    The Education Committee evaluates all eligible submissions after the deadline closes.

  3. 3

    Awards announced

    Recipients are notified and scholarship funds are disbursed for the academic year.

Who can apply?

Dependent children of Regular and Honorary NPECA members who meet these requirements.

  • Member requirement

    Parent or guardian is an active NPECA member for at least one year.

  • GPA

    Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA.

  • Full-time enrollment

    At least 12 credit hours per semester.

  • Accredited institution

    Must attend an accredited college or university.

Applications open

Ready to apply?

Start your scholarship application today. All materials must be submitted by April 6, 2026.