Types of Grants
A Federal Pell Grant is a grant for undergraduates from the government that does not have to be repaid by the student. To apply for a Pell Grant, students need to complete the FAFSA. The student must be a US citizen or permanent resident enrolled in an eligible program. The student must demonstrate financial need and meet eligibility requirements. Additionally, the student must not already have a baccalaureate degree and must be making Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress (FASAP). The amount of awards will be determined upon FAFSA results, cost of attendance, and enrollment status.
The Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) is a grant from the government for undergraduate students with exceptional financial needs who are enrolled at least half-time. To apply for FSEOG, students need to complete the FAFSA. The student must be a US citizen or permanent resident enrolled in an eligible program. The student must demonstrate financial need and meet eligibility requirements. Additionally, the student must not already have a baccalaureate degree and must be making Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress (FASAP). Priority is given to students who apply early.
The North Carolina Scholarship (NCNBG) is a grant offered by the state to eligible residents of North Carolina. All students who complete the FAFSA are screened for eligibility. Award amounts, if funded and eligible, are determined by the state based upon FAFSA results and enrollment status. Students must be residents of North Carolina for tuition purposes, enrolled in at least 6 credit hours per semester as an undergraduate student in an eligible degree, certificate, or diploma program, must not have a baccalaureate degree, meet EFC and AGI limits, not be in default under any loan or grant program, and be eligible to receive Title IV aid. Students must also be making Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress (FASAP). Funds are not available for the summer semester.