Federal and State Grants

Students who submit their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) will automatically be considered for various federal and state grant opportunities based on their eligibility (must be accepted into a program of study to receive financial aid, even after being approved for aid). 

Below is a brief list of grant opportunities that students may qualify for after applying for Federal Student Aid.


Grant ProgramEligibilityBenefits
Federal Pell GrantView View for the current year

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)

Students are considered for funding based on their

Grant ranges between $100 and $4,000 a year, depending on student's financial need, when they apply, the amount of other aid they receive, and the availability of funds at their school.

North Carolina Community College Grant

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Grant ranges up to $2,200 per year

NC Education Lottery Scholarship

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Scholarship funds range up to $3,768 per year

NC Longleaf Commitment GrantView Grants range from $700 to $2,800 per academic year. Program ends at the conclusion of the Spring 2025 semester