Additional Resources
Scholarships for Current College Students
The Morris K. Udall Foundation awards merit-based $5,000 scholarships to college sophomores and juniors who intend to pursue careers related to the environment. To be considered, applicants must be reviewed and nominated by the college.
For more info, visit www.udall.gov. You may also contact Dr. Michael Bitzer at (704) 637-4117 for more information and interest in the scholarship.
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State Administered Grants and Scholarships:
The North Carolina State Education Assistance Authority (NCSEAA) administers programs designed to help college students pay the costs of higher education.
NC Legislative Tuition Grant: For legal North Carolina residents enrolled full-time, working on their first bachelor's degree in a non-religious or sacred music major. The award amount for 2007-2008 is $1900.
NC Contractual Grant: For legal North Carolina residents with substantial financial need who are enrolled full-time, working on their first bachelor's degree in a non-religious or sacred music major. The annual award amount varies.
NC State Student Incentive Grant: For students with significant financial need as determined by their FAFSA results. Deadline to be considered for this grant is March 15th. The award amount varies.
Borrower Information
If you are looking for student or parent loans or looking for information about scholarships and grants, be sure to investigate all options before borrowing. If you do need to borrow for college expenses, the College Foundation of North Carolina for NC students provides Stafford Loans, PLUS Loans, and alternative loans to assist you.
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Prospective Teacher's Scholarship-Loan:
Prospective Teacher's Scholarship-Loan recipients must be NC residents and are selected on the basis of GPA, SAT scores, class rank, congressional district, and licensure areas of need. High school seniors who apply must have a minimum SAT score of 900 and a minimum GPA of 3.0. Recipients must attend a public or private NC college or university with an approved education program or enroll in a community college with a transfer program.
Recipients in teaching fields receive $2,500 per academic year for up to four years of undergraduate study, and recipients in special services areas (i.e., school psychologists, school counselors, speech language specialists and audiologists) receive $2,500 per academic year for the minimum number of years required to earn an entry level degree. All recipients must obtain a license from the NC Department of Public Instruction (DPI) upon completion of their coursework. Recipients must maintain a 2.5 GPA during the freshman year of college and a 3.0 cumulative average each subsequent year to remain eligible for the scholarship/loan. At the community college level, up to $900 per year is provided for undergraduate study transferable to an approved program leading to licensure.
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North Carolina Education Lottery Scholarship (ELS)
The North Carolina Education Lottery Scholarship (ELS) was created by the 2005 General Assembly to provide financial assistance to needy North Carolina resident students attending eligible colleges and universities located within the state of North Carolina.
Applicants must:
- Be a North Carolina resident for tuition purposes
- Enroll for at least six credit hours per semester in a curriculum program
- Meet the Satisfactory Academic Progress requirements of the institution
- Be admitted, enrolled and classified as an undergraduate student in matriculated status in a degree, certificate or diploma program at an eligible North Carolina institution (UNC campuses, Community College Campuses, Independent College Campuses and certain other private colleges)
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Scholarship Information for African-American Students:
There are thousands of scholarships and grants administered by the United Negro College Fund (UNCF). UNCF awards scholarships to undergraduate and graduate students attending UNCF member schools and other schools across the country.
To be considered for a UNCF administered scholarship, you must meet certain basic eligibility requirements:
- Students must have a minimum grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale
- Students must have unmet need as verified by the university financial aid office
- Students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FASFA)
- Students must request that the Student Analysis Report (SAR) be sent to the financial aid office at their college or university
Many UNCF administered scholarships have requirements in addition to the basic eligibility requirements listed above. Non-UNCF administered scholarships have eligibility requirements based solely on the discretion of the donor or administering organization.
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Scholarships for Hispanic Students:
The Hispanic College Fund, Inc. (HCF) is a private non-profit organization founded in 1993 to develop the next generation of Hispanic professionals in America by awarding scholarships to deserving Hispanic students. HCF accomplishes its mission by securing the funds needed to award financial assistance to students seeking to afford a higher education in academic disciplines leading to careers in business, science, engineering, and technology.
Eligibility Criteria
- US citizen or permanent resident of Hispanic background residing in the fifty states or Puerto Rico.
- Starting as a college freshman, sophomore, junior or senior by Fall 2005.
- Enrolled (or in the process of enrolling) as a Full-time undergraduate student (minimum 12 credits per semester)
- Applying to or enrolled in an accredited college or university in the fifty states or Puerto Rico.
- Good academic standing with a minimum of a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
Programs
HCF scholarships are based on both merit and need.
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Scholarship Information for Native American Students:
Building better lives, revitalizing Indian communities and replacing despair with hope is the mission of the American Indian College Fund. Through scholarships for American Indian college students and our support of America's tribally controlled colleges and universities, the Fund gives hope to, and creates better lives for, generations of Native American students and their families and communities.
In 2003, the Fund distributed $4.2 million in scholarships and program support to the tribal colleges, which translated into more than 6000 scholarships. Because of donor support, the average scholarship to a tribal college student increased by 24% from $473 in 2002 to $587 in 2003. Students are selected on the basis of academic success, financial need, and community involvement.
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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Program:
The Education Service administers the following benefit programs, including documents and forms which will aid school officials, veterans and dependents.
- Montgomery GI Bill - Active Duty (MGIB-AD)
- TAP
- Montgomery GI Bill - Selected Reserve (MGIB-SR)
- Veterans Educational Assistance Program (VEAP)
- Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance
Program (DEA)
- Veterans Vocational Rehabilitation
• View Program Information »
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Federal Tax Benefits Information:
For parent and student information on federal tax benefits for tuition and fees, view the NASFAA guide.
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General Scholarship Searches and Information:
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Repayment of Perkins or Institutional Loans
To help manage your education loans from anywhere, check out www.mycampusloan.com. Access your account information, make e-payments, sign up for autodraft, sign up for e-bill or update your address on this website for borrowers.
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