Types of Financial Aid

Financial aid is financial assistance to help you to pay for your college expenses. Aid covers school expenses including tuition and fees, room and board, books and supplies, and transportation.

Grants

Financial aid funds you don't have to repay. Generally, you have to be an undergraduate student (those who haven't earned a bachelor's or graduate degree), and the amount you receive depends on your need, cost of the school, and enrollment status (full-time or part-time). Grants are not repaid unless, for example, you are awarded funds incorrectly or you withdraw from school prior to the planned end of term. To apply for the following grants, fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Federal Pell Grant-funds to help undergraduates pay for their education. Eligibility is determined by a standard formula passed into law by Congress. Amount of award is based on cost of education, enrollment status, and length of attendance.
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)-funds for undergraduates with exceptional financial need with priority given to Federal Pell Grant recipients. The amount of the grant is determined by financial need, the amount of FSEOG funds available at the college, and the amount of all other aid you are receiving. These funds generally do not have to be repaid. Due to limited funds, it's important to apply early to be considered for these funds. Not everyone who qualifies for an FSEOG might get one.
Academic Competitiveness Grant (ACG)-Funds are awarded to full-time students enrolled in the first or second year of college who graduated after January 1, 2005 or January 1, 2006, completing a recognized rigorous high school program. Recipients must be eligible for and receive the Pell Grant. Students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid to be considered for this program.
N.C. Community College Grant Program (CCGP)-Student must be NC resident enrolled for at least 6 credit hours per semester. Eligibility is determined based on the same criteria as the Federal Pell Grant; students not eligible for the Federal Pell Grant may be considered for the grant based on their estimated family contribution as determined on the Student Aid Report. Amount of the award will vary based on the recipient's eligibility or ineligibility for the Pell Grant. Applicants must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) that is used to also qualify for the Pell Grant.
North Carolina Education Lottery Scholarship (NCELS)-Recipients are selected based on the information provided by the student on the FAFSA. Students not eligible for the Federal Pell Grant with an estimated family contribution of $5,000 or less will be eligible for the ELS. Recipients must be NC residents and enroll for at least 6 credit hours per semester.
North Carolina Student Incentive Grant (SIG)-Recipients are selected by the NC State Education Assistance Authority and College Foundation, Inc. based on the information provided by the student on the FAFSA.

Federal Work-Study

The Federal Work-Study (FWS) program utilizes federal funds to provide part-time employment for qualified students with financial need to help meet their educational expenses. During the academic year, Federal Work-Study employment is limited to 20 hours per week. FWS employment is determined by the student's total FWS award, the student's class schedule, and the student's academic progress. A Free Application for Federal Student Aid form must be submitted with an RCC Application for Student Financial Aid. Federal Work Study participants can work with staff members on campus performing a variety of jobs or may work off campus with an approved community service organization providing tutoring services for the America Reads and Counts program. Jobs and hours are flexible. Students at RCC are paid more than the current minimum federal wage. Students are paid on the last day of each month, and the amount paid is according to the position and number of hours worked. Richmond Community College has more students who qualify for Federal Work-Study than there is funding. As a result, RCC cannot guarantee a job or total earnings awarded.

Work-Scholarship

Work-Scholarships are awarded to second year students in a two-year curriculum or second semester student in a one-year curriculum on the basis of academic achievement and expressed need. Recipients are responsible for securing their own work-site on the RCC campus with a supervisor who must assign worthwhile duties which will provide on-the-job training related to the student's curriculum. The Director of Financial Aid along with the Assistant Director of Financial Aid must approve the work-site and duties. A student must be full-time in his/her second year of a two-year curriculum or the second semester of a one-year curriculum. Also, a minimum of a 2.8 Grade Point Average is required.

Richmond Community College Scholarships

A number of scholarships of varying amounts are available to Richmond Community College students. All students applying for RCC scholarships will be required to complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid and the institutional scholarship application. Application packages will be available from the Financial Aid Office in late March.

Beam, Annie Brooks Memorial Scholarship--$750 scholarship awarded to a first- year, full-time student enrolled in the Associate Degree Nursing curriculum; must be a Richmond County resident and demonstrate scholastic promise, academic achievement, and financial need. The scholarship is renewable for the second year upon satisfactory academic performance.
Beam, Joseph D. Scholarships--$1,000 scholarships awarded to deserving Richmond County residents who have achieved academic excellence and are enrolled full-time in Mechanical Engineering Technology or Electronics Engineering Technology. Preference will be given to graduating high school seniors. Renewable for a second year upon satisfactory academic performance.
Bennett Family Memorial Scholarship--$1,000 scholarship awarded to a first-year, full-time student enrolled in a two-year curriculum. Must be a customer, employee, or an immediate family member of a customer or an employee of the Ellerbe Telephone Company. Preference will be given to applicants enrolling in the Electronics Engineering Technology and Business Administration curricula (in that order) before qualified applicants in other curricula will be considered. The recipient must have a minimum grade point average of 2.5 for all courses taken in high school, or a minimum score of 275 on the GED test. Renewable if maintains a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher with no grade lower than "C".
Bennett, Russell E. III Memorial Scholarship--$750 scholarship awarded to a first-year, full-time student enrolled in Information Systems. Must be a Richmond County resident and demonstrate scholastic promise, academic achievement, and financial need. The scholarship is renewable for a second year upon satisfactory academic performance.
Brown, Emma Lou Daniels Memorial Scholarship--$750 scholarship awarded to a first-year, full-time student enrolled in an associate degree curriculum; must be a resident of Richmond or Scotland County; must demonstrate scholastic promise, academic achievement, and financial need. The scholarship is renewable for a second year if the recipient maintains a grade point average of 2.5 or higher.
Brown, Polly Memorial Scholarship--$250 nonrenewable scholarship; awarded to a second-year, full-time student enrolled in a two year curriculum program; minimum of 20 semester hours completed; minimum of 3.0 grade point average and no grade lower than a "C".
Burrell, Gene and Alice Scholarship--$1,000 scholarship awarded to a second-year student who has completed at least 24 semester hours in the Associate in Arts curriculum with no grade lower than a "C" and a cumulative grade point average of 3.0. Preference will be given to applicants who have completed at least two history courses at Richmond Community College with no grade lower than an "A" and have plans to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree with a major in history.
Bynum, Ruth McFarland Memorial Scholarship--$1,000 scholarship awarded to a Richmond County resident enrolled as a first year full-time student in the Business Administration curriculum. The scholarship is renewable for a second year upon satisfactory academic performance.
CSX Transportation System Scholarship--$750 scholarship awarded to an employee of the CSX System, child of an employee, or a dislocated employee from CSX who is a first year full-time student enrolled in any vocational, technical, or college transfer curriculum; must be Richmond County resident; demonstrate scholastic promise, academic achievement. The scholarship is renewable for the second year upon satisfactory academic performance.
Cadieu, Sr., J. Neal Memorial Scholarship--$750 scholarship awarded to a full-time, first-year Richmond County resident enrolling in the Associate Degree Nursing curriculum. Applicant must demonstrate scholastic promise, academic achievement, and financial need. The scholarship is renewable for a second year upon satisfactory academic performance.
Carter, Carolyn Wilson Memorial Scholarship--$750 scholarship awarded to a second-year, full-time Associate Degree Nursing student who demonstrates scholastic promise, academic achievement, and financial need. Applicants must be recommended by the RCC Nursing Department. The RCC Financial Aid Committee and the Chairperson of Nursing will make the final selection.
Chisholm, Dorothy King Memorial Scholarship--$750 scholarship awarded to full-time Richmond County resident entering the Associate Degree Nursing curriculum. Applicant must demonstrate scholastic promise, academic achievement, and financial need. The scholarship is renewable for a second year upon satisfactory academic performance.
Christian Closet Merit Scholarship--$1,000 non-renewable award; must be enrolled full-time in any curriculum. The recipient must be selected based on merit. The scholarship must be applied to tuition, fees, and books.
Cole, Robert L. Memorial Scholarship--$750 scholarship awarded to a full-time, first-year Richmond County resident enrolled in the Associate Degree Nursing, Criminal Justice, or Human Services Technology curriculum. The recipient must demonstrate scholastic promise and academic achievement. The scholarship is renewable for a second year upon satisfactory academic performance.
Condor, Barbara S. Endowed Basic Skills Program Graduate Scholarship--$500 scholarship is awarded to a graduate of the Richmond Community College Basic Skills Program who is enrolled full-time in a curriculum program. Awarded based on a combination of financial need, scholastic promise, and academic achievement. This is for a current graduate for one year only and is not renewable.
Covington, Abbie G. Scholarship--$750 annual award; preference in selection will be given to an employee or a family member of an employee of the City of Hamlet; must be a first-year, full-time student in a curriculum program. The recipient must demonstrate scholastic promise and financial need. The scholarship is renewable for a second year upon satisfactory academic performance.
Culler, The Carlton C. --Sellers, /Michael W. Memorial Scholarship--$750 scholarship awarded to a second-year, full-time student enrolled in the Information Systems curriculum who demonstrates financial need. The scholarship is renewable for the second year upon satisfactory academic performance.
Currie, Daniel Robert Memorial Scholarship--$1,000 scholarship awarded to a first-year, full-time student entering the Associate Degree Nursing curriculum. The scholarship is renewable for a second year upon satisfactory academic performance.
Dawkins, Jr., Jackson L. Scholarship--$400 scholarship awarded to a full-time student in a vocational, technical, or college transfer curricula; must have a 2.5 GPA for all courses taken in high school, or a minimum score of 275 on the GED test and demonstrate financial need. The scholarship is renewable for a second year upon satisfactory academic performance.
Dewitt, Lindsey G. Memorial Scholarships--$1,000 scholarships awarded to first-year, full-time students enrolled in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electronics Engineering Technology, or Machining Technology curricula. Preference is given to Richmond County residents. The recipient must demonstrate academic achievement, scholastic ability and financial need. Machining Technology applicants will be considered full-time if enrolled for all Machining courses scheduled each semester. Applicant must demonstrate academic achievement, scholastic ability, and financial need. The scholarship is renewable for a second year upon satisfactory academic performance.
Dockery, Eleanor and Sairfax Mary Memorial Scholarship--$1,000 annual award; must be a Richmond County resident enrolled full-time in any vocational, technical, or college transfer curriculum who demonstrates financial need. If an entering student, must have a minimum grade point average of 2.5 for all courses taken in high school, or a minimum score of 275 on the GED test. If a continuing or transfer student with at least 30 hours of academic credit must have a minimum grade point average of 2.5 for all courses taken in college. The scholarship may be renewed for a second year if the student maintains a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher with no grade lower than a "C".
Dockery, Nicholas West Sr. Memorial Scholarship--$1,000 annual award; must be a Richmond County resident enrolled full-time in the first year of an associate degree curriculum; must demonstrate financial need. The scholarship is renewable for a second year upon satisfactory academic performance.
Dunlap, Rhonda W. Memorial Scholarship--$750 annual award; first-year, full or part time student in the Associate of Arts degree with a stated intention of pursuing certification as a teacher. The part time student must be enrolled in at least six hours each semester. The recipient must be a high school graduate with a minimum grade point average of 2.5, or a minimum score of 275 on the GED test. This award is renewable for subsequent semesters with no more than a total of six academic semesters or three academic years.
Dunn, Earl G. Memorial Scholarship--$500 annual award; first- year, full-time in the Criminal Justice curriculum. Recipient must be a currently employed Richmond County law enforcement officer, a graduating Richmond Senior High School student, or a second-year Criminal Justice student.
Ferre', Dr. George A. Memorial Scholarship--$750 annual award; full-time in the Medical Assisting Technology Curriculum. Applicant must demonstrate academic achievement, scholastic ability, and financial need. The scholarship is renewable for a second year upon satisfactory academic performance.
Fipps, Charles K. Scholarship--$1,800 annual award to assist a full-time student enrolled in the Associate Degree Nursing curriculum. The scholarship is renewable for a second year upon satisfactory academic performance.
Flynt, Estella Alderman - Bauersfeld, Lina Flynt Memorial Scholarship--$750 scholarship awarded to a full-time, second-year student who demonstrates exceptional ability and interest in English. Recipient is selected by the English Department.
Gibson, Cindy Memorial Scholarship--$300 annual award; recipient must be enrolled in the first or second year of Associate Degree Nursing (first year student will receive $100 per semester for fall, spring, and summer; second year student will receive $150 per semester for fall and spring); must be a single mother with financial need. The scholarship may be renewed for a second year if the student maintains a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher and is not subject to expulsion, suspension, or probation for reasons of conduct.
Graham, Neill Memorial Scholarship--$1,000 scholarship awarded to a student who has demonstrated excellence in business studies. The recipient shall be a second-year, full-time student who has attained the highest GPA in the Business Division after completing the first year of his/her program as a full-time student.
Grimsley, Joseph W. Memorial Scholarships for Achievement and Leadership--$1,500 scholarships awarded to students accepted for enrollment as full-time students in a vocational, technical, or college transfer curriculum; be a high school or GED graduate with a minimum GPA of 3.0 or a score of 275 or higher on the GED test; and document involvement in extracurricular activities, work experience, community service, or other non-academic pursuits, such as military service, church involvement, scouts, etc. The scholarship is renewable for a second year based on satisfactory academic performance.
Hamilton, Melva W. Scholarship--$1,000 annual award; first-year, full-time student enrolled in the Associate Degree Nursing curriculum. Applicant must demonstrate academic achievement, scholastic ability, and financial need. The scholarship is renewable for a second year based on satisfactory academic performance.
Harrison, J. Robert Memorial Scholarship--$1,000 annual award; first year full- or part-time student enrolled in the Electronic Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Computer Engineering Technology, or Information Systems Technology curriculum. (Part-time student must be enrolled at least half time). A student must demonstrate academic achievement and financial need. Preference will be given to those applicants who are employed part or full-time. The scholarship is renewable for the second year upon satisfactory academic performance.
Hayes, Wyndie Daniels Brown Memorial Scholarship--$750 annual award given to a first-year, full-time resident of Richmond or Scotland County enrolled in the Associate Degree Nursing curriculum; must demonstrate scholastic promise, academic achievement, and financial aid. The scholarship is renewable for a second year upon satisfactory academic performance.
Human Services Club Memorial Scholarship-- $500 annual awards to students entering the second-year of Human Services Technology. Student must maintain a 3.0 GPA or better and demonstrate scholastic promise, academic achievement, and dedication to the Human Services profession. Applicant must submit an essay entitled "Why I Chose the Human Services Curriculum." Attach the essay to the back of the scholarship application.
Hunter, Florence L. Memorial Scholarship--$2,500 annual award; Recipient is selected; entering second-year Associate Degree Nursing who has demonstrated exceptional professional and clinical nursing skills during the first year of the program.
Hunter, Thomas B. Memorial Scholarship--$2,500 annual award; Recipient is selected; entering second-year Associate Degree Nursing student with the highest GPA on ADN curriculum courses taken during the first year of the program.
Johnson-Shepherd Memorial Scholarship--$750 annual award; recipient must be a first-year, full-time student in a curriculum program leading to an Associate in Arts degree who plans to attend a four-year college or university to attain a baccalaureate degree. Recipient must demonstrate scholastic promise and financial need. The scholarship is renewable based upon satisfactory academic performance.
Kindley, G.R. and Mary Ellen Scholarship--$750 annual award; must be a Richmond County resident enrolled at least one-half time (6 credit hours) in the Mechanical Engineering Technology curriculum who demonstrates financial need. Preference will be given to students enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering Technology program. If no applicant meeting all the other criteria is available, the scholarship may be awarded to recipients enrolled in other curriculum at RCC. Preference will given to students enrolled full-time. The scholarship may be renewable for a second year if the student maintains a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher with no grade lower than a "C". The recipient must not be subject to expulsion, suspension, or probation for reasons of conduct.
Kiwanis Club of Laurinburg Bookship--$350 non-renewable award to an employed Scotland County citizen seeking to further his/her education; must be enrolled full- or part-time in a degree or certificate program or a program that prepares a student to sit for State certification or licensure; must be employed full- or part-time. The $350 award will be restricted to the purchase of required textbooks for the Fall semester. Any residual funds will be available for the purchase of required textbooks for the Spring semester of the same academic year providing that the recipient is still enrolled and in good standing. Funds may not be given directly to the student or used for any other purpose.
Kiwanis Golden K. Club Scholarship--$1,200 annual award to a Scotland County resident entering the Associate Degree Nursing curriculum; must be enrolled full-time, demonstrate scholastic promise, academic achievement, and dedication to the nursing curriculum. Scholarship is renewable for the second year upon satisfactory academic performance. The award for the second year is $800.
Lackey, Annie Louise Memorial Scholarship--$1,000 annual award; full-time Richmond County resident enrolling in the Associate in Arts or Associate in Science curriculum based on need and ability. Preference will be given to applicants who express an interest in completing their baccalaureate studies at Wingate University. Scholarship is renewable for the second year upon satisfactory academic performance.
Long, Phyllis D. Memorial Nursing Scholarship--$2,000 annual award to a Richmond County resident enrolled in the Associate Degree Nursing program; demonstrate need. The scholarship is renewable for the second year upon satisfactory academic performance.
MacCallum, Thomas and May Burch Scholarship--$750 annual award; awarded to a Richmond County resident who is enrolled full-time in a vocational, technical, or college transfer curriculum; must demonstrate financial need and academic achievement. The scholarship is renewable for the second year upon satisfactory academic performance.
McInnis, Woodrow and Mary Educational Scholarship--$900 scholarship awarded to a full-time, first-year student who demonstrated financial need; must have passed the 9th grade at Ellerbe Junior High School or resides in the portion of Richmond County served by Ellerbe Junior High School. The recipient must be enrolled in a program that supports completion of a four-year degree leading to certification as a teacher in the North Carolina public schools. Not renewable for a second year.
McRae, Harris McKinnon Memorial Scholarships--$1,500 scholarships awarded to residents of Richmond County with preference given to a graduating high school senior residing in the northern part of Richmond County (Ellerbe and above); entering Business Administration or Accounting as a full-time student; demonstrate scholastic promise and academic achievement in high school. The scholarship is renewable for the second year upon satisfactory academic performance.
Melton, Kimberly C. Memorial Scholarship--$500 nonrenewable annual award; be enrolled in the Certified Nursing Assistant curriculum; have a minimum grade point average of 2.0 for all courses taken in high school, or a minimum score of 2750 on the GED test; demonstrate a financial need. Two scholarships will be awarded; one fall semester and one spring semester.
Morrison Youth Scholarship --$750 annual award; first-year, full-time student enrolled in a technical or vocational curriculum; must have financial need. Priority of selection will be given to an applicant who is on probation/parole in the correctional system or a former inmate of a correctional institution. Employees or immediate family members of employees of Morrison Youth Institution are not eligible to apply. The scholarship is renewable for the second year if the recipient maintains a GPA of 2.0 or higher.
Pee Dee Electric Membership Corporation Scholarship--$500 annual award (nonrenewable); demonstrate scholastic promise and financial need; enrolled full-time in a diploma or degree curriculum. Preference given to a student whose family is a member of the Pee Dee Electric Membership Co-op; however, this is not a requirement.
Pence, Robert Franklin Jr. and Ussery, Margaret Memorial Scholarship--$500 annual award; first-year, full-time enrolled in the Associate Degree Nursing curriculum. The recipient must demonstrate scholastic promise, academic achievement and financial need. The scholarship is renewable for the second year upon satisfactory academic performance.
Queen, Meg Memorial Scholarship--$750 annual award; first-year, full-time enrolled in a vocational, technical, or college transfer curriculum. The recipient must demonstrate scholastic promise, academic achievement and financial need. The scholarship is renewable for the second year upon satisfactory academic performance.
RCC Trustees' Basic Skills Scholarship--$1,500 scholarship awarded to graduates of the RCC Basic Skills Program. Available to both part-time and full-time students and is renewable through the equivalent of two years of full-time study with satisfactory academic performance.
Robich, John T. Human Services Scholarship--$500 annual scholarship to a student enrolled in the Human Services curriculum. Award will be made based on financial need then merit. Recipient may be enrolled full- or part-time; stipend will be prorated based on enrollment status. The scholarship is renewable for up to the equivalent of two full years of study.
Rose, Vera Anderson Memorial Scholarship--$1,000 annual scholarship to a student enrolled in the Associate Degree Nursing curriculum. Recipient must be a resident of Richmond or Scotland County and the award is based on need and merit. The scholarship is renewable for the second year upon satisfactory academic performance.
Richmond Community College Basic Skills "Ride for Literacy" Scholarships--$500 scholarship awarded to Richmond or Scotland County residents enrolled as a first-year, full-time student in a curriculum or technical program. The scholarship is awarded to GED graduates with commendations on the GED exam.
Richmond Community College Foundation Scholarship--$1,000 scholarship; Recipient must be enrolled full-time in any curriculum. One Richmond County and one Scotland County recipient will be selected. Student must demonstrate scholastic promises, academic achievement and financial need. The scholarship is renewable for a second year upon satisfactory academic performance. The recipient must be a legitimate scholar as demonstrated by prior academic excellence and must be committed to community involvement learning.
Richmond Community College Human Services Club Memorial Scholarship--$250 scholarship; Recipient must be entering second- year of studies and maintaining an overall grade point average of 3.0 or better. The recipient must demonstrate scholastic promise, academic achievement and financial need.
Richmond Community College Merit Scholarship--$1,000 scholarship; first-year, full-time student enrollment in any diploma or degree Curriculum. The recipient must be a legitimate scholar as demonstrated by prior academic excellent and must be committed to community involvement learning.
Riggins Family Nursing Scholarship--$1,000 annual award to a resident of Scotland County enrolled full-time in the Associate Degree Nursing curriculum; demonstrate financial need. The scholarship is renewable for the second year if the recipient is making satisfactory progress toward graduation and is not subject to expulsion, suspension, or probation for reasons of conduct.
SECU "People Helping People" Scholarships--$2,500 scholarship awarded to individuals most deserving of an opportunity to attend college; must be full-time; NC residents; demonstrate financial need using the FAFSA; preference will be given to students whose parents or guardians and family members are public sector employees who live and work in NC; preference may be given to students with limited financial aid from other programs; consideration will be given to students who best exemplify the SECU membership philosophy of credit unions, "People Helping People", and have demonstrated leadership, excellence of character, integrity, and community involvement.
Sealed Air Corporation Scholarship--$750 scholarship awarded to a full-time student enrolling in the first-year of a two-year Associate Degree curriculum. The recipient must demonstrate scholastic promise, academic achievement and financial need. The scholarship is renewable for the second year upon satisfactory academic performance.
Sharpe, Laura Susan Memorial Scholarship--$600 scholarship established by the friends and family of Mrs. Sharpe, this need-based scholarship is not restricted to a specific program.
Singleton, Lou Ann Smith Memorial Scholarship--$750 annual award; first-year, full-time student entering Mechanical Engineering Technology curriculum; must be a Richmond County resident; maintain a grade point average at or above the level required for graduation; demonstrate financial need. The scholarship is renewable for the second year upon satisfactory academic performance.
Smith, Jean and John Benjamin, Jr. Memorial Scholarship--$750 scholarship awarded to a full-time student enrolled in a vocational, technical, or college transfer curricula. The recipient must be a resident of Richmond County and have a minimum grade point average of 2.5 for all courses taken in high school or a minimum score of 275 on the GED test. The scholarship is renewable for the second year upon satisfactory academic performance.
Stancil, Emma M. and Captain Walter R., Jr. Memorial Scholarship--$750 scholarship awarded on the basis of merit and need to a graduate of RCC's Basic Skills Program who has been admitted to a RCC curriculum program. The award is renewable for a second year upon satisfactory academic performance.
Street, Dr. Robert D. Scholarship--$750 annual award; must be a first-year, full-time student in a curriculum program within the Business Technology Division with preference given to students in the Accounting curriculum. Recipient must have a minimum grade point average of 2.5 for all courses taken in high school, or a minimum score of 275 on the GED test; must demonstrate financial need. The scholarship is renewable for the second year if the recipient maintains a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher with no grade lower than "C".
Taylor, Prentice Memorial Scholarship--$500 annual award; second-year, full-time student enrolled in any technical or college transfer curriculum.
Thorpe, Richard Memorial Scholarship--$750 annual award; awarded to a full-time, first-year student enrolled in a vocational, technical, or college transfer curriculum. Recipient must be a Richmond County Resident; demonstrate financial need. Priority will be given to applicants who are (a) employed in the textile industry or whose parents are employed in the textile industry or (b) graduates of Rohanen High School or children of Rohanen graduates.
Time Warner Cable Scholarships--$1,000 scholarship awarded to a full-time student enrolled in a vocational, technical, or college transfer curriculum that demonstrates scholastic promise, academic, achievement, and financial need. The scholarship may be renewable for a second year if the recipient maintains a grade point average of 2.5 or higher.
UNIMIN Corporation Scholarship--$1,000 scholarship awarded to a student enrolled in an Associate Degree or Diploma in a program related to math, science, engineering, or industry with continuation of academic studies toward a four-year degree. Preference will be given to family members of current UNIMIN employees with special consideration to students declaring their interest in pursuing their four-year degree. Award is $1,000 for a full-time student (12 or more credit hours); $750 for a 3/4 time student (9-11 credit hours); $500 for a 1/2 time student (6-8 credit hours) maintaining a 2.5 GPA and no grade lower than a "C". The scholarship may be renewable for a second year upon satisfactory academic performance not exceeding four full-time semester hours (half-time eight semester hours).
Ussery, The Thad and Mary Jane Scholarship--$1,000 annual award; must be enrolled at least one-half time (6 credit hours) in a curriculum program; must be a Richmond County resident; preference for a first award each year will be given to a student enrolled in the Welding curriculum. If no applicant meeting the criteria is available, the scholarship may be awarded to a recipient enrolled in other Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM)-Related curriculum programs at RCC. If no applicant in a STEM-Related program is available, the scholarship may be awarded to a recipient enrolled in other curriculum programs at RCC. Recipients will be selected on the basis of need and merit. The scholarship is renewable for up to the equivalent of four semesters or full-time study. The recipient must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher with no grade below a "C" and must not be subject to expulsion, suspension, or probation for reasons of conduct.
Vulcan Materials Company Scholarship--$1,000 scholarship to a full-time student in a curriculum program who demonstrates academic achievement and financial need. Priority will be given to Vulcan employees or their family members before considering other qualified applicants. If awarded to a first-year student, the scholarship may be renewable for a second year upon satisfactory academic performance.
Wachovia Technical Scholarship--$500 annual award; must be a N. C. resident; enrolling as a full-time student in the second-year of an associate degree program. The scholarships are awarded on satisfactory evidence of financial need, scholastic promise, and prior performance at RCC.
Wicker, D. D. and Esta C. Memorial Scholarship--$1,000 annual award to a first-time, full-time Richmond County resident entering a college transferable curriculum. The recipient must demonstrate scholastic promise, academic achievement, and financial need. The scholarship is renewable for a second year upon satisfactory academic performance.
Williams, Dr. Bill and Bobbie Scholarship--$750 annual award to a full-time student enrolled in a vocational, technical, or college transfer curricula. The recipient must be a resident of Hamlet, have a minimum grade point average of 2.5 for all courses taken in high school or a minimum scores of 275 on the GED test, and demonstrate financial need. May be renewed for a second year if the recipient maintains a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher with no grade lower than a "C".
Williamson, Dr. B. Wingate, Jr. Scholarship--$750 scholarship awarded to a first-year. full-time student in a two-year curriculum. The recipient must be a resident of Richmond County and have a minimum grade point average of 2.5 for all courses taken in high school, or a minimum score of 275 on the GED. May be renewed for a second year if the recipient maintains a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher with no grade lower than "C".
Woman's Club of Hamlet Susie B. Powers Scholarship--$750 annual award; must be entering the second-year of the Associate Degree Nursing curriculum and enrolled full-time with a minimum 2.5 grade point average for all courses taken in the first year. Preference will be given to a female applicant from Hamlet; however, this is not a requirement. Financial need and academic achievement will be considered.

Scholarships for Nurses and Teachers

North Carolina Nurse Education Scholarship/Loan Program (NESLP) Awards are available for students preparing for licensure in Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN). Awards are based upon financial need and academic performance. Recipients must be NC residents; have financial need determined by completing a Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Recipients enter into a contract with the State of NC in which they agree to work full-time as a licensed nurse in NC. Twelve months of service as a full-time nurse cancels one year of NESLP support. Loans not repaid through service must be repaid in cash. Recipients are determined by the Financial Aid and Nursing Departments prior to the beginning of the Spring Semester.
North Carolina Nurse Scholars Program (NSP) Merit based scholarship-loans are available to students interested in becoming Registered Nurses and practicing in North Carolina. Recipients must be NC residents; enrolled full-time in the ADN program; have a 3.0 GPA; and have a demonstrated record of leadership and service through active participation in high school, collegiate, and/or civic extracurricular activities. Recipients enter into a contract with the State of NC in which they agree to work full-time as a registered nurse in NC. Twelve months of service as a full-time nurse cancels one year of NSP support. Loans not repaid through service must be repaid in cash. Applications are available online at www.CFNC.org/NSP. The deadline is normally the first week of May of each year.
North Carolina Prospective Teacher Scholarship/Loan (PTSL) This competitive, merit-based scholarship-loan program is available to students with a non-weighted 2.5 or better GPA who have chosen to pursue teaching as a career. Recipients must be NC residents who agree to work full-time as teachers in NC's public schools one year for every year of funding received or repay the loan in cash. Applications are available online at www.CFNC.org/NSP. The deadline is normally the first week of April of each year.