1. North Carolina State Aid Programs
Spring Conference April 7 – 10, 2019

2. Topics State Aid Programs for North Carolinians State Program Updates
Program Review
Resources
Contacts

3. State Aid Programs for North Carolinians
State Grant Common Elements
North Carolina Education Lottery Scholarship (ELS)
North Carolina Community College Grant
The University of North Carolina Need-Based Grant
North Carolina Need-Based Scholarship (NBS)
Forgivable Education Loans for Service (FELS)
NC Reach (Child Welfare Postsecondary Support Program)
Golden LEAF Scholarship
Additional State Aid Programs

4. State Grants Overview Institutions EFC Grant value?
NC Education Lottery Scholarship (ELS)
NC Community Colleges / UNC institutions
≤ 5,000
combines with Pell, CCG, or UNC Need-Based
NC Community College Grant (CCG)
NC Community Colleges
≤ 8,500
combines with Pell, ELS
UNC Need-based Grant (UNCNBG)
UNC institutions
Documented unmet need determined by program formula
Doesn’t use the federal EFC; has a separate formula
NC Need-based Scholarship (NBS)
Eligible NC private institutions
≤ 15,000
combines with Pell

5. Common Elements of Major State Grant Programs
Student Eligibility
NC resident for tuition purposes
*The NC Need Based Scholarship is available to Veterans intending to establish residency in North Carolina and active duty military who are in North Carolina as a result of their service; discussed later in presentation
Undergraduate with no prior bachelor’s degree
Satisfactory Academic Progress
Meet Pell eligibility criteria (except EFC and LEU)
Has not exceeded the number of semesters funded state limitation
Application method
FAFSA
Funding available until exhausted
Programs include ELS, CCG, UNC Need-Based Grant, & NBS
Funding limit for eligibility of these four programs
Effective for academic year and forward
UNC schools- limit 10 or less FT semesters for 4 yrs/12 or less FT semesters for 5 yrs
CC institutions-6 FT semesters or pro-rata amount for PT
Waiver may be granted by the institution for student to receive aid for an additional semester if student can demonstrate that his or her studies have been substantially disrupted by
a military service obligation
A serious medical debilitation
A short-term or long-term disability or
Another extraordinary hardship
Note: institution must certify waiver as outlined by SEAA and must maintain records substantiating the reason for the waiver
Only NC residents for tuition purposes are eligible for financial assistance from state financial aid programs.
Certain non-resident members of the armed forces and their dependents, who do not qualify as NC residents for tuition purposes, are eligible for in-state tuition rates
Eligibility does not extend to financial aid programs

6. Non-resident Armed Forces Personnel and their Dependents
Only NC residents for tuition purposes are eligible for financial assistance from state financial aid programs. Exception: NC NBS.
Certain non-resident members of the armed forces and their dependents, who do not qualify as NC residents for tuition purposes, are eligible for in-state tuition rates
Eligibility does not extend to financial aid programs
While non-resident members of the armed forces and their dependents may qualify for the in-state tuition rate, they are not eligible for assistance from the state grant and scholarship programs.
Institutions participating in the state grant programs should ensure sufficient controls to permit only NC residents who meet the residency requirements receive state grants and scholarships.

7. North Carolina Education Lottery Scholarship
Works with Pell to provide a minimum grant foundation to needy North Carolina resident students
Eligibility criteria
Be enrolled at least half-time
Be enrolled in NC Community College or UNC
EFC less than or equal 5,000
Value
Award amounts vary, depending on Federal EFC
For , foundation using Pell and Lottery Scholarship is $3,997
Awards for part-time students are prorated 50%
NC resident for tuition purposes & enrolled at least half-time
Undergraduate student with no prior bachelor’s degree
Meet all Pell Grant eligibility rules (except EFC)
Have EFC less than or equal 5000 may be eligible
Meet the SAP requirements
Awards vary from $100 to $2,950

8. North Carolina Education Lottery Scholarship
For year, foundation using Pell and Lottery Scholarship is $3,997.
Student A B C
EFC
1,800
2,650
4,800
Pell
4,445
3,545
1,445
Lottery Scholarship
452
2,552
Total
3,997
Student A
Student B
Student C
EFC
1,150
1,850
2,650
Pell
4,580
3,880
3,080
Lottery Scholarship
700
CC Grant
600
Total
4,480
Minimum = $100
Maximum = $2,950

9. North Carolina Community College Grant
Eligibility requirements for the Grant program
Be enrolled at least half-time
Provides need-based assistance for community college students with EFCs through 8,500
Pell Grant and Lottery Scholarship combined with CCG provide a foundation of $4,781 for students enrolled full-time with EFCs up to 5,000
Students whose EFCs are too high for lottery receive funding according to payment schedule with gradual phase out for EFCs greater than 8,500
Designed to supplement, not replace federal aid
Goal is to provide financial assistance to community college students who do not receive sufficient financial aid to fully cover their required educational expenses.
Be admitted to a curriculum program and be enrolled for at least six credit hours per semester
Be a NC resident
Have completed and submitted the FAFSA
Qualify for the grants based upon a valid EFC calculation under FM and the program’s “required educational expenses” for attending a NC community college
Meet all other eligibility requirements for Federal Pell Grant
Recognized “required educational expenses” for a NC resident will be determined annually based upon tuition and fees for fall and spring terms, the estimated cost of books and supplies, and a small travel allowance. Amount may be adjusted to ensure that all eligible applicants receive need based grants.

10. North Carolina Community College Grant
For the year, students with EFCs of 5,000 or less receive at least $4,781 using Pell, Community College Grant and Education Lottery Scholarship
Student A
Student B
Student C
Student D
Student E
EFC
1,150
1,850
2,650
5,150
6,050
Pell
5,045
4,345
3,545
1,145
Lottery Scholarship
452
(EFC > 5,000)
CC Grant
436
784
2,000
Total
4,781
3,145
Student A
Student B
Student C
Student D
Student E
EFC
1,150
1,850
2,650
5,150
6,050
Pell
4,580
3,880
3,080
600
(EFC>5,157)
Lottery Scholarship
700
(EFC > 5,000)
CC Grant
1,300
1,100
Total
4,480
1,900
FAA Responsibilities
FAA certifies student eligibility on the Web
Funds sent to college via EFT
To request EFT, go to CFNC Web site, FAA section, forms or link directly to:
Maximum: $2370
Minimum: $100

11. 2019-2020 Community College Grant for Non-Pell Eligible Students (EFCs greater than $5,577)
EFC Range
Community College Grant
(Full-time Enrollment hrs.)
5,577-6,500
$ ,000
6,501-7,000
$ ,900
7,001-7,500
$ ,800
7,501-8,000
$ ,700
8,001-8,500
$ ,600
Notes: A change in the payment schedule for this year provides assistance to students with EFCs through 8500, reducing the expense of the community college significantly.
Tuition at the cc this year is $71.50/hour. A student enrolled for 15 hours each semester would have an annual tuition expense of $2,145. general assembly sets.

12. The University of North Carolina Need-Based Grant
Established to provide need-based financial assistance for students enrolled at one of the 16 UNC System campuses
Eligibility
Be enrolled at least half-time
Have documented unmet need determined by program formula
Value
Maximum grant for is $4,200 / minimum is $500
Awards for part-time enrollment are pro-rated (50% of award amount)
The University of North Carolina System Need-Based Grant
Applicants must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours at one of the 16 constituent institutions of The University of North Carolina, and demonstrate eligibility based on a calculation of need, using income data from the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Applicants should meet priority deadlines established by their institutions
Late applicants may be denied if insufficient funds are available
Helps middle income students and also lifts grants for lower income students
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Application Procedure
Complete the FAFSA and list a UNC System institution
Applicants should apply by standard UNC priority deadline, March 1
Funding is expected to be available for later applicants but early application is encouraged

13. Summer 2019 UNC Need-Based Grant
Administered by SEAA
Funds allocated using average headcount for past three summers
Student Eligibility
Enrolled at home institution for summer and received UNCNBG both fall and spring semesters
Total hours earned in the fall plus total hours attempted in the spring must be at least 24 hours and less than 30 hours. If the award is made after spring grades are available, award should be made on earned hours

14. Summer 2019 UNC Need-Based Grant
Student Eligibility, Continued
Aid offered based on attempted spring hours does not have to be adjusted if student does not successfully complete 24 hours
Summer enrollment: number of hours student is registered for should bring the student to 30 total hours for the year OR student will graduate at the end of summer
Courses must be required in the program of study
Student must be making Satisfactory Academic Progress
Does not count toward the 10 semester eligibility limit
Recommended award amount is $500, Maximum is $2,000

15. North Carolina Need Based Scholarship
Provides funding for students attending eligible private institutions
Private colleges
Nursing schools
Eligibility
Enrolled in at least 9 semester hours
Awards 9-11 semester hours are pro-rated 50%
EFC < 15,000
Meets all of the requirements for the federal Pell Grant, with the exception of EFC and LEU

16. North Carolina Need Based Scholarship Veterans and Active Duty Military
In 2018, the General Assembly increased funding for the North Carolina Need Based Scholarship and made it easier for Veterans and active duty military members who are not classified as legal residents of North Carolina to become eligible for the scholarship. Students must meet all other established criteria for the NBS.
Veterans may qualify for the NBS without establishing residency for a year as normally required under the laws determining residency if they have:
Met the definition of “Veteran” in G.S A as a person who served active duty for not less than 90 days in the Armed Forces, the Commissioned Corps of the U.S. Public Health Service (PHS), or the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and who was discharged or released from such service;
Were discharged under conditions other than dishonorable;
Have an “abode” in North Carolina; and
Provide the school with a letter of intent to establish residency in North Carolina.

17. North Carolina Need Based Scholarship Veterans and Active Duty Military
To document and verify Veteran eligibility, the school will:
Obtain a copy of the student’s DD214 (the VA Certifying Official at your school may have a copy) documenting service in the armed forces; or
Obtain a PHS Form 1867 Statement of Service for students who served in the Commissioned Corps of the U.S. Public Health Service; or
Obtain a NOAA Form for students who served in the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration; and
Have the student sign a letter of intent to establish residency in North Carolina.
Active duty military members may qualify for the NBS without establishing residency if they are:
An active duty member of the Armed Forces as defined in G.S (a)(2) (US Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Navy, NC National Guard and any reserve component of the foregoing); and
Are abiding in North Carolina due to active military service.

18. North Carolina Need Based Scholarship Veterans and Active Duty Military
To document and verify active duty military eligibility, the school will:
Obtain a copy of the student’s Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders, Leave and Earning Statement (LES), or permanent duty assignment documentation; and
Verify the student has a North Carolina address.

19. 2019-2020 North Carolina Need-Based Scholarship
NBS works with the Pell Grant to provide a progressive foundation of grant funds for eligible students - (15 hours/semester or more)
Minimum NBS: $2,700
Maximum NBS: $7,840
Student A
Student B
Student C
Student D
Student E
EFC
1,800
4,050
8,250
13,150
Pell
6,195
4,445
2,145
NCNBS
4,940
5,540
7,840
6,600
3,600
Total
11,135
9,985
Student A
Student B
Student C
Student D
Student E
EFC
250
1,050
4,050
10,150
Pell
5,730
5,480
4,680
1,680
NCNBS
4,100
7,100
Total
9,830
9,580
8,780
NOTE: FT enrollment to 12 – 14 hours/semester = -$400
This is to encourage students to complete their degrees within four years by taking at least 15 hours per semester.

20. Full-time Plus
Goal is to put students on path to graduation by providing an incentive to students to enroll in 30 semester hours each year
Effective by NC law for year and thereafter
Community College Grant (CC) & Need-Based Scholarship (NBS) payment schedules include enrollment status of 15 or more hours per semester
Increased award for 15+ hours
UNC Need Based Grant may provide summer funding for certain students who appear to be within reach of 30 hours
NBS – Full Time Plus is for traditional full-cost programs only.
Grants—30 Hour Incentive
Statute currently requires SEAA to implement payment schedules that encourage students to take 30 semester hours/year
Effective for the fall 2016 semester and beyond
Payment schedules have been published that include a separate payment amount for students enrolled in 15 or more semester hours.
UNC will target certain students for summer school aid to keep them on track for graduation.

21. Full-time Plus on the Grant System
The Maximum Award amount shown on Grants Portal is the Full-Time Plus amount.
The amount populated in Award/Certification Download files is the Full-Time Plus amount.
Full-Time Plus is 15 or more hours on school’s census date
Full-Time is 12 – 14 hours on census date
Dropped courses (example-15 hours to 12 hours) after census, retain the full- time Plus amount.
Students adding courses after the census date (example 12 hours to 15 hours) may be increased to the higher enrollment status.

22. Funding Limits Established for State Programs
Semester limits for state grants
Programs affected
North Carolina Community College Grant
The University of North Carolina Need Based Grant
North Carolina Need-Based Scholarship
North Carolina Education Lottery Scholarship
Limits
6 semesters (FTE) for a two-year degree program (CC program)
10 semesters (FTE) for a four-year degree program
12 semesters (FTE) for a five-year degree program
Across all programs: 10 semesters limit (12 semesters for five-year program)
Prorated if students are enrolled less than full-time
Students can be eligible for full state aid regardless of the 600% Pell limitation.
Originally authorized for UNCNBG and the NBS programs for , the limits have been expanded from 9 semesters to 10 for 4 year programs. In addition, the limits were changed for the Lottery Scholarship from 8 semesters to 10 to conform with the other programs. Also, a limit of 6 semesters was imposed on the Community College grant and a statewide limit of 10 semesters for all programs.
The SEAA has implemented an incentive grant program to encourage students to complete 15 hours each semester at the direction of the NC legislature.

23. ELS, UNCNBG, CCG and NBS Certification of Student Eligibility
Institutional Responsibilities
Execute a Participation Agreement (one-time), if required
FAA certifies student eligibility on the Web
cfnc.org/home/info_faa.jsp
Pell eligible except for EFC (not applicable for UNCNB)
NC resident for tuition purposes
Correct enrollment status
Same ISIR transaction used for federal and state awards
Apply funds to student accounts within ten days of disbursement
Refund money within prescribed timeframes
Maintain accurate records
Be available for reviews and audits
Comply with record retention requirements (if applicable) of five years from close of fiscal year or until all review findings and audit exceptions have been resolved
Training available—
Contact Grants and Scholarships staff
Inspection of Records – for applicable programs, each approved institution shall make all Program records available to the Authority and the State Auditor for inspection upon request. All Program records must be retained by the Approved Institution for a period of five years from the close of the Approved Institution’s fiscal year or until all review findings and audit exceptions have been resolved, whichever is later.
Certification for State Grants for Clock Hour Programs
Question: For and forward, certain degree programs are now considered clock hour programs for all facets of administering TIV funds (awarding, disbursing, SAP, R2T4. etc.). The applicable regulation is 34 CFR (k) (2). How should schools certify state grants (NC Education Lottery Scholarship, UNC Need Based Grant and NC community College Grant) for students in these clock hour programs?
Answer: First, the program must be considered to be TIV eligible for state grants to be available to the students in the program. Secondly, the student is to meet all eligibility requirements, except the EFC requirement, for the federal Pell Grant under the Higher Education Act and applicable federal regulations. Schools would certify the state grant based upon these requirements, which include a half-time, three-quarter time and full-time determination. In simple terms, “do as you would with a Pell Grant”.

24. UNC Campus Scholarships
Established in 2002 by the General Assembly through the consolidation of several programs
Designed to promote diversity on 16 UNC constituent campuses
Definition of diversity is broad and is determined by each institution
Provide funding for undergraduate and doctoral students
Eligibility
Must be North Carolina resident for tuition purposes
Each campus drafted and submitted a plan to the president of UNC describing the eligibility criteria for their program.
Award amount determined by the institution

25. NC Forgivable Education Loans for Service (FELS)
Standards-based loan provides financial assistance to qualified students who are committed to working in North Carolina in identified critical employment shortage professions
Undergraduate and graduate students
Current target employment professions:
Priority to upperclassmen who are already admitted to their areas of study in four-year programs
Application Deadline: March 1
New for : Applications will be entered into a lottery for award consideration
Nursing
Allied Health
Medicine
Teaching
Applies to
UNC constituent institutions
Community colleges
Nonprofit postsecondary institutions
Postsecondary institutions owned or operated by a hospital authority
School of nursing affiliated with a nonprofit postsecondary institution
Another public or nonprofit postsecondary institution offering a program of study not otherwise available in NC that is deemed to be eligible under rules promulgated by the Authority Forgivable Education Loans for Service (FELS)
Forgivable Education Loans for Service (FELS) are available beginning with the academic year and provide funding for North Carolina students pursuing academic programs in fields identified as critical needs. (see following slides for additional information on fields)
Current recipients of the eight programs awarded before July 1, 2012 remain eligible under existing criteria as long as they fulfill the program eligibility requirements
All new recipients from academic year forward will be funded under FELS
FELS recipients sign a promissory note agreeing to work in NC in their approved fields of study. The terms of the promissory note provide for forgiveness of the loan in exchange for specified employment. Loan recipients who do not fulfill the service obligation must repay their loans in cash
Full program details and qualifying disciplines are listed at CFNC.org/FELS. Please review this site each year for any program changes explained in detail! 25

26. FELS – Student Eligibility Requirements
A recipient must meet the following eligibility criteria to be considered for FELS:
Be a legal North Carolina resident and NC resident for tuition purposes.
Register with the Selective Service System, if required;
Not be in default, or owe a refund under any federal or State loan or grant program.
Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress according to the enrolling policy of the institution.
Be willing to work in NC in a designated critical employment field.
Enroll for at least six credit hours each semester to qualify for funding.
The FELS Program was established by the NC General Assembly to provide assistance to qualified students who are committed to working in NC in designated critical employment shortage professions. Students interested in receiving assistance through the FELS Program should read the loan forgiveness eligibility requirements for the educational programs listed and the Program Rules prior to submitting an application. Students who do not fulfill the service requirements must repay the loan in cash, plus interest that begins to accrue upon disbursement of the loan.

27. FELS – Student Eligibility Requirements
At the time of application, present a cumulative minimum grade point average (GPA) of:
3.00 for graduating high school students (weighted GPA)
2.80 for undergraduate students pursuing an associate or bachelor's degree
3.20 for students pursuing a graduate or professional degree
Loan recipients must sign a promissory note
Generally, a loan for one academic year (+ interest) will be forgiven for one year of full- time employment in an approved qualified position
One loan will be forgiven for two years of part-time employment in an approved qualified position
Interest accrues at 8% per year from the date of disbursement
Maximum ten year repayment – may be shorter term based on amount borrowed
FELS loan recipients must sign a promissory note that will require them to seek loan forgiveness through employment in an approved position or repay the loan in cash. Loan forgiveness is described in the FELS Rules. Generally, a loan for one academic year will be forgiven for one year of full-time employment. Loans will accrue interest at the rate of 8% per year from the date of the loan disbursement. Recipients cannot receive FELS funding concurrently with other state-funded loans.

28. FELS – How Much? Annual Loan Amounts are as follows:
Diploma, Certificate and/or associate degree programs: $3,000
Bachelor's degree program: (freshmen and sophomores) $3,000
Bachelor's degree program: (juniors and seniors) $7,000
Master's degree program: $10,000
Doctoral degree program: $14,000
Maximum Aggregate Loan Limits:
Diploma, Certificate and/or associate degree programs: $6,000
Bachelor's degree program: $20,000
Graduate Certificate Programs $20,000
Master's degree program: $20,000
Doctoral degree program: $56,000
Note: Recipients must be enrolled for at least six credit hours each semester to qualify for funding. The award amount will be pro-rated according to number of credit hours.

29. FELS - Loan Renewal Process
SEAA will notify students that renewal is possible
SEAA will publish notification lists to the School Portal
Schools will certify renewal eligibility

30. Golden LEAF Scholars Programs
Golden LEAF Foundation provides two scholarship programs
Golden LEAF Scholars Program – UNCs and Private Colleges/Universities
Rising freshmen and community college transfer students from qualifying counties
Golden LEAF Scholarship Program for students attending NC Community Colleges
Two Golden LEAF Scholarship programs available
One for the public universities and the state’s independent colleges and universities
One for the community colleges.

31. Golden LEAF Scholars Program Four-Year Institutions
Eligibility:
Be a North Carolina resident for tuition purposes;
Be a high school senior enrolling full-time as a first-year student or a currently enrolled community college transfer student enrolling full-time at a participating North Carolina college or university;
Have a Pell eligible Expected Family Contribution (EFC) determined by the FAFSA;
Have a GPA of no less than 3.0;
Be a resident of a rural county that is economically distressed and/or tobacco dependent for at least 10 years.
Emphasis on leadership development; program developed by the Center for Creative Leadership
Up to $12,000 scholarship over four years ($3000/year)
Application opens on CFNC.org first Monday in December with deadline of March 1.
Program for Four-Year Institutions is administered by SEAA
Designed to assist current high school seniors and NC community college transfer students.
Eligibility
Applicant must:
Be a rising freshmen – High School seniors from qualifying counties are eligible for up to a $12,000 scholarship ($3000 per year for four years) to attend participating colleges and universities or
Be a community college transfer student – Students from qualifying counties transferring from a community college to one of the participating four-year institutions are eligible for $3,000 a year for up to three years, depending on the number of credits the students transfer.
Be NC resident for tuition purposes
Reside in one of 78 qualifying rural counties (listed on CFNC)
Demonstrate financial need. Students MUST submit the FAFSA to be considered for this scholarship
Value of real property owned by farm families not considered when determining financial need
Present a satisfactory record of academic achievement and community service. Extracurricular activities and information provided in a brief essay submitted by the applicant may be considered in selecting recipients.
Submit an application online available at
A completed application includes the following items submitted between January 1 and March 1, XXXX:
The electronic Golden LEAF Scholarship application
FAFSA
Current high school or community college transcript. All three items are processed through CFNC.org.
NOTE for presenters: students who have earned four-year (bachelor) degrees are not eligible for consideration. Approximately 215 scholarships are awarded.

32. Golden LEAF Scholars Program Two-Year Institutions
For eligible students attending NC community colleges .
Eligibility
Be a permanent resident of one of 79 qualifying rural counties
(listed on CFNC)
Demonstrate financial need as determined by the FAFSA
Selection
Curriculum students
selected based on their financial need
Occupational Education students
demonstrate financial need under the federal TRIO formula and
be enrolled in a credentialing program of at least 96 hours or Jobs Now program
Community College Golden LEAF Scholars Program is administered by the NC Community College System
The Golden LEAF Scholarship Program for community college students provides funding opportunities for qualifying community college students.
CFNC.org/goldenleaf
Selection factors include:
The effect of the declining economy on his or her family
Owned or employed in farming/agriculture business
Owned or employed in traditional industries (such as textile or furniture manufacturing)
Household member lost his/her job or employment reduced from full-time to part-time
Academic performance
Campus activities and community service
Applicant MUST contact the college’s financial aid office (link to NCCCS's websites) for more information on how to apply and deadlines for application. Information is available at each financial aid office and must be returned to the college’s financial aid office. Do NOT send information to the Golden LEAF Foundation.
Contact for: Golden LEAF Scholarship Program Two Year Colleges – Karen Yerby at

33. Golden LEAF Scholars Program Two-Year Institutions
Maximum Awards:
Curriculum students — $750/semester
Occupational Educational Students — $250/semester
Grants for less than full-time enrollment will be prorated
Funds may be used for tuition, fees, books, supplies; and with
special provisions, childcare and transportation expenses.
Application procedure
Contact the college’s financial aid office for more information on how to
apply and deadlines.
NOTE: The Golden Leaf Scholarship awarded to a Community College student does
not automatically transfer to the four-year school with the student. The student must
reapply for the four-year institution scholarship.
The Golden LEAF Foundation Scholarship Programs website listed on slide has “Quick Links” to
Qualifying Counties
Participating NC community colleges
Link to NCCCS’s websites for more information on how to apply and deadlines for the application
Each participating community college sets the deadline for the scholarship application. Students should contact the financial aid office at the community college for that institution’s scholarship details.
Site also includes the following contacts:
Golden LEAF Scholarship Program (Four-Year) – Edna Williams at
Golden LEAF Scholarship Program Two Year Colleges – Karen Yerby at

34. NC Reach (Child Welfare Postsecondary Support Program)
Eligibility requirements
Have aged out of NC public foster care or
Were adopted from foster care after age twelve
Age 18 – 25 and meet criteria above
Enroll at least half-time in a NC Community College or UNC System school, seeking an undergraduate degree, diploma, or certificate
Register with the Selective Service System, if required
Not be in default nor owe a refund under any federal or State loan or grant program
Maximum value: Cost of Attendance minus other aid
Applications and additional information: ncreach.org
H 1473 Child Welfare Postsecondary Support Program/Use of Escheat Fund
Section of the Appropriations Act appropriates funds from the General Fund and income from the Escheat Fund to the Department of Health and Human Services (the “Department”)
To implement a postsecondary support program providing assistance with the cost of attendance of
Foster children who are aging out of the foster care system and
Special needs children adopted from foster care after age twelve
Grant program is under the auspices of the Department
Department charged with collaborating with the Authority in the development of policies and procedures to distribute funds under the program and empowered to contract with a third party to develop and administer the program itself.
Authority’s role is limited to providing expertise in the development of the program and disbursing the funds to the recipients or the institution in which they are enrolled
Funds are appropriated to the Authority to perform administrative functions necessary to manage and distribute the funds

35. North Carolina Teaching Fellows
North Carolina Teaching Fellows Program
Forgivable loans for service
Administered by UNC System Office, SEAA, and the NC Teaching Fellows Commission
Recipients selected and awards made by April 1, 2019
Must attend one of five selected institutions for completion of Program leading to teacher licensure in STEM or special education
Elon, Meredith, NC State, UNC-C, UNC-CH
Must be full-time
Must sign promissory note
Amount of loan is up to $4,125 per semester/period of enrollment
Eligible students must reside in NC, attend certain education preparation programs at institutions of higher education in NC and be interested in teaching in NC public schools in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) or special education
Requires stringent standard for awarding forgivable loans to students, which must include: (1) grade point averages; (2) performance on relevant career and college readiness assessments; (3) experience, accomplishments, and other criteria demonstrating qualities positively correlated with highly effective teachers, including excellent verbal and communication skills; and (4) demonstrated commitment to serve in stem or special education licensure area in NC public schools

36. North Carolina Teaching Fellows
Purpose - to recruit, prepare and support students for preparation as highly effective teachers
Student eligibility
Incoming freshmen, cc transfer students, current college students who decide to enter education field, & individuals seeking licensure only
Approximately 200 to be selected
Application opens October 1, 2018 for

37. NC School of Science and Math Tuition Grant
Tuition Grant for NC School of Science and Math (NCSSM)
Eligibility
Graduate of NCSSM at end of academic year
Enroll full-time at a UNC constituent institution for academic year
Amount
Full tuition for one academic year
Not to exceed cost less any scholarship or grant covering cost of attendance
Not to exceed COA as determined by federal regulations

41. Changes in Tuition for UNC System
NC Promise
Undergraduate tuition reduced to $500/semester (in-state) and $2,500 (out-of-state) at Elizabeth City State University, UNC-Pembroke, Western Carolina University
Does not apply to graduate programs
Goals: Increase Educational Access, Reduce Student Debt, and Grow North Carolina’s Economy
We Promise Fixed Tuition Program
Tuition costs will stay the same for NC residents through four years of continuous enrollment at a UNC System University
Current students grandfathered. Affects incoming students, including transfers. Fixed tuition rate as long as students graduate in four years. Limits on fee increases and $500 tuition per semester at three campuses.
Goal of tuition freeze and 3 percent cap on student fees is predictability.

42. North Carolina National Guard Tuition Assistance (NCTAP)
Personnel eligible for the NCTAP:
Are active drilling members of the North Carolina Army and Air National Guard only.
Must have a minimum obligation of two years remaining as a member of the Guard from the end of the academic period for which the Grant is provided.
Must commit himself or herself to extend membership in the Guard for at least two years from the end of the academic period for which the Grant is provided. Extension forms must be effective, signed and submitted to the NCTAP Manager prior to the end of the current semester, term and/or class(s) for which the benefit is provided.
Must be an active drilling member of the NCNG prior to the start date of the semester, term, and /or class(s).
Must be in good standing with Guard unit.
Enrolled or accepted for enrollment in an Approved Program of Study at an Approved institution.
Certified by the Approved Institution as eligible to receive the Grant.
Must meet the standards by which the Approved Institution measures a member’s Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) toward completion of a program of study for the purposes of determining eligibility for federal financial aid under the Higher Education Act.
NC TAP Contact
Stacy Steinmetz,
Eligibility: Applicant must meet the following eligibility requirements
Be an active drilling member of the NC Army or Air National Guard prior to the start of the academic term for which tuition assistance is provided.
Members must have a minimum obligation of two years remaining as a member of the NC National Guard from the END of the academic period for which tuition assistance is provided or commit himself or herself to extended membership for at least two additional years from the END of the academic period for which tuition assistance is provided.
Be enrolled or accepted for enrollment in an approved program of study at an approved institution.
Be meeting the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) requirement at the approved institution.
Satisfactorily complete courses in which tuition assistance is provided.
See the FA Book for additional information.

43. State Program Review State Program Review Methodologies Session
Cheryl Sauls, Program Review Manager, NCSEAA
Mission and Purpose
Program Review Approach
Common Findings
Common Observations
State Grant Return of Funds
Return of Funds Policy
Return of Funds Worksheet
Return of Funds Instructions
Training Needs – NCSEAA Higher Education Staff

44. Resources
NCSEAA Program Information/Rules - ncseaa.edu/Program_Information.htm
NCSEAA Student Portal - cfnc.org/seaastudent
NCSEAA School Administrator’s Portal –
CFNC Grant & Loan Processing System Portal - cfnc.org/extranet/adminconsole/login.jsp
Student Financial Aid for North Carolinians - CFNC.org/fabook
NC REACH - ncreach.org
Forgivable Education Loan for Service - cfnc.org/fels
Golden LEAF Scholarship Programs - CFNC.org/goldenleaf

45. NCSEAA Contacts
Kevin J. Lineberry, Associate Director for Higher Education Programs Edna Williams, Awards & Loan Origination Manager FELS, Golden Leaf Tomekia Kollock, Program Assistant Return of Funds Maxine Hicklin, Program Assistant NCSEAA Endowed Scholarships

46. NCASFAA would like to thank our Professional Affiliates!
Spring Conference April 7 – 10, 2019