Golden Leaf Scholars Program

The Golden LEAF Scholars Program was designed to provide economic assistance to rural low economic areas of the state. Two-Year Colleges scholarships help cover the cost of tuition, fees, books, supplies, credentialing tests, transportation, childcare and other components of the total cost of attendance.

Eligibility Requirements:

1. Be enrolled at least full-time for fall and spring; Summer school students must be enrolled at least 6 credit hours. Grants for less-than-full-time students will be prorated based on hours of enrollment and pending availability of funds:
   Full-Time 12+ credits may receive up to $1,125 per semester (Fall and Spring)
   Quarter-Time 9-11 credits may receive up to $844 per semester (Fall and Spring)
   Part-Time 6-8 credits may receive up to $563 per semester (Fall and Spring)
   At least 6+ credits may receive up to $563 (Summer)
2. Demonstrate financial need as determined by the FAFSA.
3. Be a resident of North Carolina
4. Reside in a rural county that is tobacco dependent, or economically destressed, as determined by the Golden LEAF Foundation