Federal Programs

Pell Grant - The Federal PELL Grant program is designed to provide financial assistance to eligible applicants who attend post-secondary educational institutions at the undergraduate level and who have not yet earned a bachelor’s degree from any institution. PELL Grant awards vary and are determined by Expected Family Contribution (EFC) as a result of the submitted FAFSA. The award is initially divided evenly between the Fall and Spring semesters. Pell Grant awards are available for summer enrollment provided they meet specific federal guidelines. The PELL Grant is considered gift aid and does not have to be repaid as long as students attend class(es) through the sixty (60) percent point of the term.

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) - FSEOG is for undergraduates with exceptional financial need, that is, students with the lowest EFC who are also Federal PELL Grant recipients. Awards vary depending on funding levels. This grant is gift aid and does not have to be repaid.

Federal Work-Study (FWS) - Stanly Community College participates in the Federal Work-Study program that provides part-time employment for students who have financial need and who desire to earn part of their educational expenses. At SCC, students work in a variety of offices and departments with their work schedules adapting to their academic schedules. Students may work up to 15 hours per week while enrolled, earn a minimum wage rate and are paid monthly. Interested students are required to complete a FWS application that is available in the Financial Aid Office.


State Programs

North Carolina Community College Grant (NCCCG) - Students completing a FAFSA automatically make application for this grant. The North Carolina Community College Grant is a need-based grant established by the North Carolina Legislature to provide funds to help meet the educational cost of attending a community college. A recipient must be a resident of North Carolina and enrolled at least half-time as an undergraduate student in an eligible curriculum program.

North Carolina Education Lottery Scholarship (ELSP) - Students completing a FAFSA automatically make application for this grant. Recipients must be a North Carolina resident, enrolled at least half-time as an undergraduate student in an eligible curriculum program meeting satisfactory academic standards. Eligibility extends to students who have an EFC of 5000 or less.

North Carolina Student Loan Program for Health, Science and Mathematics - A North Carolina student who is enrolled full time in a degree program oriented toward careers in health, mathematics or science may apply for financial assistance in the form of a loan from the state. The College Foundation of NC (www.cfnc.org) website provides further program information and applications.

Nurse Education Scholarship Loan (NESLP) - A North Carolina student demonstrating financial need and enrolled in a LPN or RN program may be eligible for a minimum of $2000 per academic year scholarship/loan program. The repayment of the loan may be forgiven by working full-time in approved medical facilities following graduation. A minimum of six months consecutive full-time employment with one employer is required to qualify for service cancellation. Loans not repaid through service must be repaid in cash. Recipients are chosen based on financial need and academic progression. Interested students should contact the SCC Financial Aid office.

Nurse Scholars Program (NSP) - The Nurse Scholars Program is a competitive, merit-based scholarship/loan program available to students who have chosen to enter the nursing profession. An 11-member Nurse Scholars Commission selects recipients for the award on the basis of superior academics, leadership potential, and desire to practice nursing on a full-time basis in North Carolina. Recipients must be US Citizens and NC residents. Students must plan to enter a nursing program at one of the North Carolina colleges, universities, or hospitals that offer nurse education programs that prepare students for licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN). Financial need is not a criterion. Applications are available at CFNC.org.