I'll be a college freshman in North Carolina next year and am starting to look into scholarships. Are there specific scholarships in NC that I should know about, or any local resources I can use?
Sure, North Carolina is home to a number of excellent scholarship opportunities for in-state students like you. A few significant ones come to mind:
1. The North Carolina Community Colleges Endowment for Scholarships: This scholarship is given on the basis of financial need, academic performance and potential, and are available to students at community colleges throughout the state.
2. The Aubrey Lee Brooks Scholarships: This scholarship program is remarkably generous, with substantial awards to students that exhibit both merit and need. The eligible institutions for this scholarship include North Carolina State University, UNC-Chapel Hill, and UNC-Greensboro.
3. North Carolina Need-Based Scholarship: This program is offered by the College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC), an organization that provides multiple resources, including scholarship databases and financial aid calculators. I highly recommend looking into their website for additional opportunities.
You may also want to check out The Golden LEAF Scholarship for those from qualifying rural counties.
On top of these, don't forget to explore opportunities through your particular school and department of study. Many local businesses, community organizations, and philanthropic entities also provide scholarships to in-state students, so be sure to do a thorough search and reach out to your school's financial aid office for more personalized information.
Remember, the key is to apply early and apply often. Best of luck with your scholarship hunting!
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