Scholarship Information
Additionally, here are helpful web sites for scholarship or financial aid information:
CFNC Scholarship Search - Helping you plan, apply, and pay for colleges in NC
FastWeb - Student Resource Network for paying for colleges
GoodCall - Scholarship search engine
GoCollege - College and Scholarship Search Website
Federal Student Aid - Federal Student Aid information
Free Application for Federal Student Aid - FAFSA Application
WARNING: Please be aware there are many scams that appear each year attempting to get families to pay for information that is free. Specifically, families are targeted by “scholarship companies” that promise to complete FAFSA applications and/or guarantee scholarships for a fee (often as much as $1500). There is free information concerning the FAFSA available on the internet.
In compliance with Federal Law, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools administers all education programs, employment activities, and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age, or disability.
Scholarship: 2023-24 SECU Foundation People Helping People Scholarship
Award: 10,000
Due Date: February 23, 2024
2023-24 SECU Foundation People Helping People Scholarship
SECU Foundation established the People Helping People four-year scholarship program to help North Carolina public high school students attend college. The scholarship is valued at $10,000 payable at $1,250 per semester for up to eight consecutive semesters for a senior to attend one of the 16 constituent campuses of the University of North Carolina System.
Please see below the application process and frequently asked questions.
Completed applications should be uploaded HERE by February 23, 2024
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Cheatham-White Scholarship-NC Central/NC A&T
Deadline to be nominated: Nov. 1st
To be eligible to apply for the Cheatham-White Scholarship at North Carolina Central University, a student must satisfy the following criteria at the time of application:
• Be on course to graduate from high school in the spring semester prior to college admission.
• Be admitted as a freshman in the upcoming fall semester into a baccalaureate program at North Carolina Central University.
• Be a United States citizen or permanent resident.
• Have a minimum 4.0 weighted cumulative GPA (on a 4.0 scale).
• Have a minimum SAT (Math and Evidence-Based Reading) score of 1280 or a minimum ACT score of 28. (OPTIONAL)
• Show exceptional qualities of character and leadership.
• Be significantly involved in extracurricular activities.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to service.
Steps to apply for a nomination for the Cheatham White Scholarship:
Familiarize yourself with the Cheatham White Scholarship program and the requirements of the application at the school you are planning to attend:
Contact Mrs. Latisha Dixon, dixonlatisha@cms.k12.nc.us to discuss a nomination.
The Levine Scholarship-UNC Charlotte
Steps to apply for a nomination for the Levine Scholarship at UNC Charlotte:
Familiarize yourself with the Levine Scholars program and the requirements of the application: https://levinescholars.charlotte.edu/
Complete the Nomination Form NO LATER than September 29th at Noon.
The Park Scholarship-NC State
Deadline to Apply: By 11:59 pm ET, November 1
Eligibility Requirements:
To be eligible for the Park Scholarships program, candidates must:
Have a minimum unweighted GPA of 3.5 and/or a minimum weighted GPA of 4.0.
Be a United States citizen, permanent resident of the U.S., or graduating from a high school located in the U.S. (regardless of citizenship status).
Apply for fall, first-year admission into a baccalaureate program at NC State.
Complete the Park Scholarships application.
For more detailed information visit: https://park.ncsu.edu/apply/
THE JOHN M. BELK SCHOLARSHIP
Davidson College’s flagship award
The Belk Scholarship provides comprehensive funding (tuition, fees, food and housing), plus $6,000 in special opportunity stipends.
In order to be considered for this scholarship, you must meet Davidson's Admissions requirements:
Davidson College categorizes four factors as “very important” to the admissions process: rigor of high school course load, volunteer work, recommendations, and character/personal qualities. Items that are “important” as part of the admissions process are: application essays, extracurricular activities, and talent/ability. Interestingly, in an unusual move, GPA 9average 3.5 or higher) and class rank.
Davidson is a test optional school (you are not required to submit ACT/SAT score)
Average unweighted GPA was 3.81
If you are interested in attending Davidson's College and applying for the scholarship, please complete HERE by October 15th.