51社区

The is a financial aid program that helps most North Carolinians from households making $80,000 or less pursue higher education by fully covering tuition and fees at 51社区. The best part? It’s money that doesn’t have to be repaid.

As a student of 51社区 you will receive at least $3,000 per year. The scholarship award can be used for things beyond tuition, including things like fees, books, food, and housing.

Students with the greatest need for financial aid could qualify for additional funding to help make paying for college more manageable.

Who is eligible to receive the Next NC Scholarship?

To receive the Next NC Scholarship, you must be:

• A North Carolina resident who is eligible for in-state tuition (per the )
• A high school graduate (high school equivalency completers are eligible)
• Enrolled in an eligible undergraduate curriculum program
• Taking at least 6 credit hours per semester (part-time students will receive a partial award)
• A student who has completed the with a resulting Student Aid Index (SAI) at or below 7,500 (once complete, the financial aid office at the college/university you plan to attend will determine and confirm eligibility)
• From a household with an annual Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) of $80,000 or less
• Meet Pell eligibility criteria: Is eligible to receive financial assistance under Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended
• Meeting the Satisfactory Academic Progress standards
• Not be in default on any State loan or grant program
• Not exceed the semester limits for state grants, currently as follows:
  • 6 semesters of full-time equivalency for a two-year degree program
  • 10 semesters of full-time equivalency for a four-year degree program
  • 12 semesters of full-time equivalency for a five-year degree program

How do I apply for the Next NC Scholarship?