North Carolina Community College Foundation Special Recognition Scholarship

The NCCC Foundation Special Recognition Scholarship was created to recognize outstanding efforts of students representing disability identity and in honor of those that have served our country.

Curriculum (CU) Student Eligibility Criteria
• Be a resident of North Carolina
• Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
• Complete the NC Community College System General Scholarship Application
• Submit an essay explaining your interest in the degree program, your goals after graduation and how the scholarship will help you financially.
• Maintain a cumulative grade point average at or above the level required for graduation.
• Enroll or plan to enroll full-time. An applicant with an exception to the full-time requirement as an accommodation to access services and/or maintain eligibility for insurance or other benefits may apply. If enrolled part-time under the advisement from disability services, a statement from the disability service staff stating that status is due to an accommodation.
• Have a documented disability (work with Disabilities Services at the college or self-identify as an individual with a disability) or proof of veteran status.

Workforce Continuing Education (WCE) Student Eligibility Criteria
• Be a resident of North Carolina
• Complete the NC Community College System General Scholarship Application
• Submit an essay explaining your interest in the pathway/courses, your goals after completion of the pathways/courses and how the scholarship will help you financially.
• Enrolling in Workforce Continuing Education (WCE) pathways/courses offered for 96 hours or more and leading to a state or industry recognized credential.
• Have a documented disability (work with Disabilities Services at the college or self-identify as an individual with a disability) or proof of veteran status.