Provided by College Foundation, Inc. (CFNC)
State financial aid program for eligible North Carolina residents from households with AGI $80,000 or less. Provides at least $3,000 per year for community college students and at least $5,000 per year for students attending a public (UNC System) university. Funds can be used for tuition, fees, books, food, and housing. Eligibility is determined via FAFSA (SAI ≤ 7,500) and residency determination; no additional CFNC application is required.
Award amount
$5,000
Number of awards
Multiple
Frequency
Annually
Deadline
August 15, 2026
Time to apply
30–60 min
Essay
Not required
North Carolina resident eligible for in-state tuition (per the Residency Determination Service)
High school graduate or high school equivalency completer
Enrolled in an eligible undergraduate curriculum program
Taking at least 6 credit hours per semester (part-time students receive a partial award)
Completed the FAFSA with Student Aid Index (SAI) ≤ 7,500
Household adjusted gross income (AGI) ≤ $80,000
Eligible for federal Title IV aid (Pell eligibility)
Meets the college/university's Satisfactory Academic Progress standards
Not in default on any State loan or grant program
Not exceed semester limits for state grants: 6 semesters (FTE) for two-year programs
Not exceed semester limits for state grants: 10 semesters (FTE) for four-year programs
Not exceed semester limits for state grants: 12 semesters (FTE) for five-year programs
Confirm eligibility
Review the scholarship eligibility information on this page and on the provider’s official instructions to confirm you qualify before you invest time in an application.
Gather required materials
Collect transcripts, test scores, essays, letters of recommendation, portfolios, or any other items the program lists as required.
Submit through the official program
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Important
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