Scholarship Information

The Craven Community College Foundation is here to help you achieve your educational goals! Thanks to the generosity of donors, we are able to offer scholarships to qualified students who need financial assistance to achieve their dreams.

Here’s how we can help…

Foundation Scholarships are available at Craven!
Each year, individuals, groups and civic organizations in the community make financial contributions to the Craven Community College Foundation to help qualified students pay for their tuition and books. Scholarships generally do not have to be repaid; however, there is an application process.

The criteria for scholarships vary. Some are based partly on financial need, while others are based on a student’s interest in a specific field or his or her interest in further education and scholastic achievement.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

In general, you are eligible to apply for a scholarship if you meet the following requirements:

• You are a United States citizen or an eligible non-citizen.
• You are enrolled as a student in an eligible course of study or program.
• You demonstrate financial need.
• You have a valid Social Security number.
• You have a high school diploma or a GED.

What is the process?

Step One:
Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), which is available on the college’s website.

Step Two:
Review the college website to find the most up-to-date scholarships available in the General Scholarship Handbook.

Step Three:
Complete Craven Community College’s General Scholarship Application.

Applications should be submitted to the Financial Aid Office. You may contact the Financial Aid Office for additional scholarship information and applications at (252) 638-7216.

Why do I need to complete a scholarship application?

The application provides the college with more detail about each applicant’s affiliation/activities and ambitions upon graduation. You must submit your completed application to the Financial Aid Office by the deadline date listed on the college’s website to be eligible for the following academic year.

What are tips on filling out a scholarship application and writing an essay?

It is important to be honest and truthful on any application. Always take the opportunity to attach an additional sheet and provide more detailed information about yourself in order for the college to get to know the person you are and wish to become.

Financial Aid Office

For more information about financial aid, contact the Craven Financial Aid Office at (252) 638-7216 or visit the Financial Aid area of our website.

Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Craven Community College Foundation

For information on giving opportunities, contact the Craven Community College Foundation at (252) 638-7351 or visit the Foundation's Ways to Give area of our website.

Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.