William Louis Poteat Scholarships
Begun in 1982, the William Louis Poteat Scholarship program honors one of the university's most prominent historical figures. William Louis Poteat, a devout Baptist, was a professor of biology, president of the college from 1905-1927, and a widely recognized champion of the freedom of inquiry. These scholarships strengthen Wake Forest's traditional relationship with its Baptist heritage and the state of North Carolina.
Approximately eighteen renewable scholarships of $12,500 are offered each year. Applicants must be residents of North Carolina and members of a Baptist church in North Carolina. The need of every Poteat scholar will be met fully.
The award is based upon excellent academic achievement, promise of leadership, and involvement in one's church, and recipients must show promise of making a significant contribution to church and society. A portion of the awards gives preference to applicants who have demonstrated financial need. All applicants for the Poteat are encouraged to apply for need-based aid by completing the CSS/PROFILE form. They should register for the PROFILE service between September 15 and December 1 and file a PROFILE prior to February 1 so that need may be determined before selection of finalists.
Applicants for the Poteat Scholarship must submit a letter of recommendation form completed by a church member by January 15 to the William Louis Poteat Scholarship Officer, Wake Forest University, PO Box 7227, Winston-Salem, NC 27109-7227. Finalists are invited for interviews on campus in March. Winners are notified in late March.
William Louis Poteat Scholarship Recommendation Form
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