Tideland EMC is now accepting college scholarship applications from high school seniors in Beaufort, Hyde, Washington, Pamlico, Dare and Craven counties. Students must reside in a home served by Tideland EMC. The co-op will award eight $1,000 scholarships. Two of the scholarships will be designated for students who plan to attend community college.

In addition to the official application, scholarship candidates must submit:

• A letter detailing his/her reasons for applying for the scholarship and their future plans;
• A letter of recommendation from the high school’s principal, guidance counselor or academic advisor;
• A complete transcript of high school courses and grades; and SAT or ACT scores if applicable.