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Children of Fallen Heroes Scholarship
Under this scholarship, a Pell-eligible student whose parent or guardian died in the line of duty while performing as a public safety officer is eligible to receive a maximum Pell Grant for the award year for which the determination of eligibility is made.
To qualify for this scholarship, a student must be Pell-eligible and have a Pell-eligible Expected Family Contribution (EFC), and be less than 24 years of age or enrolled at an institution of higher education at the time of his or her parent’s or guardian’s death. In subsequent award years, the student continues to be eligible for the scholarship, as long as the student has a Pell-eligible EFC and continues to be an eligible student.
For purposes of the Children of Fallen Heroes Scholarship, a public safety officer is:
- As defined in section 1204 of title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C 3796b); or
- A fire police officer, defined as an individual who is serving in accordance with State or local law as an officially recognized or designated member of a legally organized public safety agency and provides scene security or directs traffic in response to any fire drill, fire call, or other fire, rescue, or police emergency, or at a planned special event.
To apply, complete and return the Children of Fallen Heroes Scholarship form (PDF).
T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood® North Carolina
T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood North Carolina Scholarship Program
Disability Scholarships
Disability scholarships exist to provide college funding for students who possess numerous cognitive, behavioral and emotional impediments that would make it difficult to attain a college degree. These scholarship opportunities help deserving students stay in school and out of debt, allowing them to more easily achieve their educational and career goals.
NC Patriot Star Family Scholarship Program
NC Patriot Star Family Scholarship Program Information (PDF)
Loans for Nursing Majors
Nursing student assistance is available through public and private organizations, in addition to the financial aid and scholarship opportunities offered through College of The Albemarle.
An eligible applicant will need to be:
- A North Carolina resident
- Able to maintain satisfactory academic progress according to the policies of their institution
- Able to maintain a cumulative minimum grade-point average (GPA) of “3.0” for graduating high school students, “2.80” for undergraduate students pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree, and “3.2” for students pursuing a graduate or professional degree
- Registered with the Selective Service System, if required
- Free of default or obligation to refund payment under any federal loan, state loan or grant program
- Willing to work in North Carolina in a designated critical employment shortage profession
To receive funds through this program, you’ll be asked to sign a promissory note agreeing to work in North Carolina after graduation, in an approved position, for one year per academic year of funding. Students who don’t perform the required service will need to repay the loans in cash, with interest.
Herter-O’Neal Scholarship
This scholarship is targeted towards current and enrolling college students pursuing an Associate or Bachelor’s degree in business or a business related field. Applicants must be a legal resident of North Carolina. Applications can be obtained from the Financial Aid Office.
Gilbert Scholarship
Requirements for the Gilbert Foundation Scholarship are:
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2.0 GPA
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Must have spent time in foster care
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Must be attending a NC college
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Scholarships are $1500 to $2000 annually
The application can be found here.
Scholarship America Dream Award
The Scholarship America Dream Award is a $10,000 scholarship, renewable for up to four total years, designed to support Dream Award Scholars all the way through their bachelor’s degree.
If you plan to be enrolled in college this fall — online or in person—visit learnmore.scholarsapply.org/
Wells Fargo Scholarship Programs
Wells Fargo Veterans Scholarship Program
Wells Fargo’s Veterans Emergency Grant Program
Wells Fargo Scholarship Program for People with Disabilities