Scholarships & Grants for North Carolina Students (2026–27)
Verified, up-to-date scholarships and grants for North Carolina high school students — amounts, deadlines, and official application links, from Scillint's scholarship database.
Scillint's database currently lists 5 verified scholarships and grants specifically for North Carolina students, alongside 312 nationwide scholarships that any U.S. student can apply for regardless of state. Amounts, deadlines, and provider links below are pulled directly from our database and shown exactly as recorded — always confirm the current details on the official site before applying.
| Program | Provider | Amount | Deadline | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden LEAF Colleges and Universities ScholarshipRenewable | Golden LEAF Foundation | Up to $14,000 total ($3,500/year x 4) | 2026-03-01 | Visit site |
| Central Carolina Community Foundation Scholarship Program | Central Carolina Community Foundation | Varies (many named funds) | Typically March | Visit site |
| Duke Energy Foundation Scholarship | Duke Energy Foundation | Varies | Rolling (via partner programs) | Visit site |
| Next NC ScholarshipRenewable | College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC) | Minimum $5,000/year (public university); varies at community college | 2026-06-01 (UNC universities); 2026-08-15 (community colleges) | Visit site |
| North Carolina Education Lottery ScholarshipRenewable | NC State Education Assistance Authority | Varies (up to tuition) | Rolling (with FAFSA) | Visit site |
Frequently asked questions
Are these scholarships free to apply for?
Yes. Every legitimate scholarship on this page is free to apply for. You should never have to pay a fee to apply for or receive a scholarship — treat any request for payment as a red flag.
How current is this list?
Scillint's scholarship database is checked against the official provider pages on an ongoing basis. Amounts and deadlines can still change on short notice, so always confirm the live details on the provider's own site before you apply.
Can I find scholarships outside my state too?
Yes. Most scholarships in Scillint's database are national or field-of-study based rather than tied to a single state. Sign up for a free trial to see your full matched list, not just the state-specific ones shown here.