North Carolina Student Incentive Grant (NCSIG)
University of North Carolina System Need-Based Grant (UNCG)
North Carolina Education Lottery Scholarship (ELS)
University Financial Aid Programs
North Carolina Central University Grant (NCCU)
Eagle Grant (EAGLE)
North Carolina Student Incentive Grant (NCSIG)
Description: This program is offered by the NC State Education Assistance Authority via College Foundation Inc.
Eligibility: To be eligible, you must be a U. S. citizen, a N. C. Resident, enrolled or accepted for enrollment on a full-time basis at a North Carolina postsecondary institution and maintain satisfactory academic progress. Award is available to undergraduates who demonstrate “substantial financial need.” Students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), indicate on the form that N. C. is his/her state of legal residence. The deadline for applying is March 15 of each year; however, funds are typically exhausted by the end of February. The annual award is $700. Student eligibility for this program is not determined by the Office of Scholarships and Student Aid.
Eligibility:
To be eligible, one must meet all of the University admissions requirements. This grant is available to NC residents. The value of the award varies and applicants are required to complete the FAFSA and submit supporting documentation, if selected for verification. New entering freshmen and transfer students must apply with the Undergraduate Admissions Office. Continuing students who received the UNC Campus Grant previously may re-apply by completing the FAFSA. Awards range from $1912 to $3400. To be eligible for UNCG, your EFC must be below $3,850.
How to Apply: Consideration for this grant is automatic once the FAFSA has been properly filed.
North Carolina Education Lottery Scholarship (ELS)
Eligibility: Eligibility is determined based on the same criteria as the Federal Pell Grant with one exception; students not eligible for the Federal Pell Grant with an estimated family contribution of $5000 or less will be eligible for an Education Lottery Scholarship. Students who have earned baccalaureate (four-year) college degrees are ineligible. Grants will range from $100 to $2,500 for the year. Applicants must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) which is also used to qualify for the Federal Pell Grant.
University Financial Aid Programs
Eligibility: Student eligibility for these grants is based on demonstrated need as determined by the FAFSA Expected Family Contribution. Funds are granted on a first come first served basis (based on FAFSA receipt date).
Amount: Funds for these programs are provided directly by NCCU, as well as through donations and gifts to NCCU by many individuals, businesses and foundations.
How to Apply: Students must file the FAFSA to be considered for these funds.
North Carolina Central University Grant (NCCU)
Eligibility: Must be an “in-state” student with an EFC of $3,850 or less.
Amount: Awards are available to undergraduates who demonstrate “substantial financial need”.
How to Apply: Consideration for this grant is automatic once the FAFSA has been properly filed.
Eligibility: Awards are available to “in-state” and “out-of-state” undergraduates who demonstrate “substantial financial need”. To be eligible for EAGLE your EFC must be $4,000 or less.
How to Apply: Consideration for this grant is automatic once the FAFSA has been properly filed.
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