SCHOLARSHIPS & LOANS

Several scholarship programs are available in North Carolina to assist those who wish to enter the teaching field. Listed below is some information with a brief description and links to the appropriate content and contacts. Information on eligibility, requirements and how to apply can be found by following the link for each program. If after viewing this information you have questions, please contact the agency responsible for administering the particular scholarship(s) in which you are interested.

If you are a teacher seeking information for loan cancellations, unfortunately the State of North Carolina does not have any programs. However, the federal government does have some partial and full cancellations and deferments for some of their loan programs, e.g. Stafford loans, Perkins loans, etc. For information on the federal loan cancellations and deferments, please visit the Federal Student Aid website. 

SCHOLARSHIPS & LOANS ADMINISTERED
BY THE NC DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC INSTRUCTION

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship
The Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program is a federally-funded program established to promote student excellence and academic achievement. Approximately 150 scholarships of $1500 each are awarded annually based on academic merit and promise of continued academic excellence. This program funded by the U.S. Congress.

Prezell R. Robinson Scholars Program
The Prezell R. Robinson Scholars Program (formerly the Challenge Scholars Program) is designed to encourage high school students to pursue careers in teaching. Low-wealth school systems and school systems with documented difficulty in recruiting qualified teachers are eligible to participate. Robinson Scholars participate in system-sponsored activities designed to foster their commitment to teaching and enhance the likelihood they will be accepted to and complete an approved teacher education program. Upon graduation from high school, Robinson Scholars who meet prescribed SAT and grade point average requirements are awarded a Prospective Teacher Scholarship Loan (PTSL) to pursue a program of study leading to teacher licensure in North Carolina.

Other Scholarships
Provides information from sources other than the NC Department of Public Instruction. Should you come across one that interests you, please contact the appropriate agency/person listed in the information. We do not maintain any material or applications for this funding. We are providing this as assistance in helping individuals locate money to further their education.

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