2024 NCTC William Rackley Undergraduate Theatre Scholarship

The William Rackley Undergraduate Theatre Scholarship was established to support undergraduate study in the field of drama/theatre. The scholarship is an unrestricted award of up to $3,000.

Eligibility
The scholarship will be awarded a rising college junior or senior (for the 2024-25 academic year), who meets all of the following criteria:

      • Is enrolled as a full-time student at a college or university in North Carolina.
      • Is pursuing a major in a drama/theatre program.
      • Is also a graduate of a North Carolina high school.

Successful applicants will have demonstrated a high degree of academic achievement, as well as a commitment to and potential for success in their field. Priority will be given to students with a GPA of 3.25 or higher. The deadline to apply is Friday, April 12.

Required Materials

      • Application form
      • A personal statement (max. 500 words) explaining why the applicant is deserving of the scholarship, and what receiving the scholarship would mean to them. Must be uploaded with application.
      • A letter of recommendation from a professor, director, youth leader, or other appropriate mentor that can speak to the applicant’s character, as well as their work in theatre. Must be uploaded with application.

Applications will be reviewed by a committee from the NCTC Board of Directors. Applicants will be notified by May 1 if selected for the award.

About NCTC Scholarships

NCTC awards two scholarships in alternating years: the Constance Welsh Theatre Scholarship, and the William Rackley Undergraduate Theatre Scholarship, which supports undergraduates studying in the field of theatre/drama.

NCTC also awards scholarships in connection with the NCTC High School Play Festival and NCTC College Day.

Please consider a donation to support NCTC scholarships and other education programs. Make a one-time donation or set-up a recurring pledgeWe appreciate any level of support!

The Southeastern Theatre Conference (SETC) also offers several college scholarships. Get more information here. 

Congratulations to Cynthia Burks, our 2023 Constance Welsh Theatre Scholarship recipient!

Cynthia is studying Theatre Education at UNC-Greensboro. 

“This scholarship symbolizes the fruits of my labor in pursuing a career in Theatre Education. Being the recipient has not only lessened the financial burden, but will also allow me to continue inspiring others to creatively impact one another! I am grateful to NCTC for this honor!”