What is EARN?
EARN was established by the 2007 North Carolina General Assembly to provide grants to eligible students to enable them to obtain an education beyond the high school level at community colleges, public universities, and private colleges and universities in North Carolina without incurring student loans during the first two years of their education.
UNCG EARN Scholars are provided with programs that promote and offer a financial scholarship, academic support, social, and cultural connections. For more information on EARN...
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Am i eligible for EARN?
In order to be eligible for EARN, you must meet the following requirements:
- Qualify as a legal resident of North Carolina and the United States and must qualify as a North Carolina resident for tuition purposes.
- Enroll full-time for the first time, exclusive of any college credits earned while in high school, at UNCG within seven months of graduation from a North Carolina high school or home school or receipt of a GED from a North Carolina institution.
- Classified as "dependent" for Federal Title IV programs or is a ward or dependent of the court.
- Total family income may not exceed 200% of the applicable federal poverty guideline.
- Meet all other eligibility requirements for the federal Pell Grant.
- Meet the satisfactory academic progress standards established by UNCG in order to receive a grant for a second year.
- The student may not receive a grant through this program for more than the equivalent of two academic years
What is the maximum grant available?
The maximum grant for which a student is eligible is $4,000 per academic year. The EARN grant plus other financial aid cannot exceed the cost of attendance established by each college or university.
How do I apply?
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) which is used to qualify for Pell Grants and other aid programs and list UNCG on the form. Eligible students will be notified by the UNCG financial aid office. The FAFSA is available at www.fafsa.ed.gov
Now that I'm in... Who do i turn to?
In addition to the academic support provided by UNCG staff, faculty and academic support offices, this year, a select group of sophomore EARN Scholars will provide mentoring to incoming EARN Scholars. As an incoming EARN Scholar you will have an opportunity to be paired up with a fellow sophomore EARN Scholar who has successfully transitioned through the first year of college with much success. If you are interested in being paired with a mentor, please contact Kristen Christman. Your mentor will attend EARN events with you and contact you through the semester to assist in your successful transition to UNCG.