The North Carolina Education Lottery Scholarship (ELS) program offers financial aid to North Carolina citizens who meet the program's requirements and want to enroll in college there. The money raised from the North Carolina Education Lottery is used to pay for the scholarship.
Residents of North Carolina who are enrolled or accepted for enrollment in an undergraduate program leading to their first associate's or bachelor's degree at an eligible North Carolina institution and who can demonstrate financial need as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid are eligible for the ELS (FAFSA).
Depending on the university the student attends, the award's value varies, but it often pays for some or all of the student's tuition and fees. Students must submit their FAFSA forms on time to the North Carolina State Education Assistance Authority (NCSEAA) in order to be considered for the ELS.
The ELS is a renewable scholarship, therefore students must continue to achieve specific academic requirements to be eligible for the grant each year. To continue to be eligible, students must maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 and successfully complete at least 24 credits every academic year.
Visit the NCSEAA website to learn more about the North Carolina Education Lottery Scholarship and to submit an application.
More information on the North Carolina Education Lottery Scholarship is provided below:
Institutions that are eligible to receive the award include community colleges, public universities, as well as private schools and universities in North Carolina.
Application deadlines: Depending on the school year, there are different dates for submitting the ELS and FAFSA applications. The deadline for the upcoming academic year is often in early March.
Amounts of awards: The value of the scholarship varies according to the school the recipient attends. As an illustration, for the academic year 2021–2022, full-time students were eligible for awards with sums ranging from $710 to $3,100 every semester. Prorated awards may be available for part-time students as well.
Academic criteria: In order to keep receiving the scholarship, students must continue to achieve Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) requirements, which include maintaining a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 and finishing at least 24 credits each academic year.
Usage of funds: The scholarship can be used to pay for accommodation and board, books, other educational costs, as well as tuition and any other fees that are necessary.
Other financial aid: In addition to the North Carolina Education Lottery Award, students may also be qualified for federal Pell Grants, work-study opportunities, and other state or institutional scholarships.
To be eligible for the North Carolina Education Lottery Scholarship, a student must be a North Carolina resident, enrolled or accepted for enrollment as an undergraduate student in a program of study leading to a first associate's or bachelor's degree at an eligible North Carolina institution, and demonstrate financial need as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Furthermore, the student must not owe a refund or repayment on any state or federal student grant and must not be in default on a student loan.
FAFSA: To be eligible for the North Carolina Education Lottery Scholarship, students must complete the FAFSA. The FAFSA is a free application that collects information about a student's financial situation and is used by the federal government, state governments, and colleges to determine how much financial aid a student is eligible for.
Renewal: The North Carolina Education Lottery Scholarship is a renewable scholarship, which means that students must meet certain academic requirements each year in order to continue receiving the award. To remain eligible, students must maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 and successfully complete at least 24 credit hours each academic year.
Students must complete the FAFSA and submit it to the federal processor by the deadline to be eligible for the North Carolina Education Lottery Scholarship. Students must also meet the deadline for submitting the ELS application to the North Carolina State Education Assistance Authority (NCSEAA). The application includes information about the student's academic history, financial need, and intended institution.
Scholarship payments are typically made directly to the student's school to cover tuition and fees. If funds remain, they may be distributed to the student to cover other educational expenses.
In general, North Carolina residents who require financial aid to pursue a college degree can benefit from the North Carolina Education Lottery Scholarship. Please visit the NCSEAA website to learn more and to apply.
Eligibility
- Reside in North Carolina and be classified as a resident for tuition purposes.
- Enroll in a curriculum program and complete at least six credit hours per semester.
- Meet the Satisfactory Academic Progress requirements of the institution.
- Be admitted, enrolled, and classified as an undergraduate student in a degree, certificate, or diploma program at an eligible North Carolina institution, which includes UNC campuses and North Carolina Community College campuses.
- Meet the eligibility requirements for the Federal Pell Grant, except for the Expected Family Contribution (EFC) range used for Federal Pell Grant awards.
The 2005 General Assembly established the North Carolina Education Lottery Scholarship (ELS) with the aim of offering financial aid to North Carolina residents who require assistance to attend eligible colleges and universities within the state.
Application Specifications
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) must be completed by all applicants (FAFSA)
Additional Information
Submitting the FAFSA automatically qualifies applicants for funding consideration. The FAFSA application period commences on October 1, and applicants are expected to adhere to their institution's priority deadlines. Late applicants may be refused funding in case of insufficient funds.
Applicants' eligibility for financial aid is determined by assessing their financial need using information obtained from the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
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