Scholarships and Grants

Seniors, here is information on how to apply for the Park Scholarships program at NC State. The Park Scholarships program brings together students with outstanding accomplishments and potential in scholarship, leadership, service and character. 

THE PARK SCHOLARSHIPS PROGRAM
is a four-year scholarship valued at $124,000 and covers:

• Tuition, fees, and room and board

• Books and personal expenses

• $2,000 computer stipend

• Enrichment grants to fund study abroad, research projects, service activities, conferences and more

• Guaranteed invitation to join the University Honors Program

THE PARK EXPERIENCE INCLUDES

• Professional training in leadership, public speaking and business etiquette

• Educational trips, retreats and seminars

• Faculty mentors and a network of more than 1,100 accomplished Park Scholarships alumni worldwide

Applications for the Park Scholarships program and admission to NC State, are both due by 11:59 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 1 for consideration for the Park Scholarship. For more information:

• Park Scholarship Brochure

• Park Under-Resourced Assistance (PURA) Brochure

The National Association of Federal Education Program Administrators (NAFEPA) provides four $5,000.00 scholarships annually. Two scholarships are awarded to candidates pursuing a degree, license or certification in the field of education and two are awarded to candidates in any field of study. Candidates are nominated by the NAFEFA state affiliate organization, which is NCFEPA for North Carolina. Applications must be postmarked by January 1, 2025.

Check your school email for the application packet and/or the QR Code to the application.

Fall Scholarship Application  
For students in the high school graduating class.
Click on the Above Link, then create a UN and PW to access the Application. The Application Deadline is December 1, 2025.

Essential Information

1. Hagan Scholarship Brochure. An overview of the scholarship, eligibility, responsibilities, and benefits.
2. Tips on How to Prepare a Successful Application 

Eligibility Requirements
1. Must attend a high school located in the United States.
2. All high school students are eligible regardless of nationality.
3. Must be fluent in the English language.
4. Must be in the high school graduating class.
5. Must have achieved an unweighted 3.50 CGPA based on a 4.0 Grading Scale.
6. Must enroll in an eligible four-year College or University the first fall semester following high school graduation.
7. The scholarship cannot be used to attend a community college, junior college, or online institution.
8. Must maintain a four year or less graduation schedule, or complete the equivalent of a four year degree if in a professional program.
9. Must work 240 hours from January 1, 2026 until September 1, 2026.  Work must be regularly scheduled employment performed under supervision for compensation. Employment can be full-time or part-time.
10. Applicant’s Adjusted Gross Household Income reported for 2024 Federal Income Tax Purposes must not have exceeded $100,000. “Household Income” is defined as the total income received by all adult members of a household living under the same roof.
11. Applicants are not required to provide FAFSA information. Finalists must provide the FAFSA Summary showing the SAI.
12. Must apply for Federal and State grants if eligible.

The intended scholarship recipient is a high-achieving goal-driven student having substantial financial need.