Types of Aid

1. Federal Pell Grant Program – The Pell Grant is a federal aid program which provides educational funds to eligible students. Application for the Pell Grant is made by applying on-line at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Students must apply for this grant in order to be considered for other financial aid.

   Pell Grant proration is based on the following standards:

   Full time	12 or more credit hours (full award)
   ¾ time	9-11 credit hours (3/4 of the full award)
   ½ time	6-8 credit hours (1/2 of the full award)
   Less than ½ time	1-5 credit hours (probated based on Pell chart payment schedule)

   A student’s Estimated Family Contribution will determine the amount of Pell awarded.

2. Federal Work-Study Program – The Federal Work-Study (FWS) Program provides part-time jobs to students who demonstrate financial need. Application for FWS is made by completing the FAFSA and an application for FWS obtained from the Financial Aid Office.

   FWS students work at least ten (10) hours a week at a rate determined by the institution. Current job descriptions are located in the Financial Aid Office. Placement is based upon job availability and student skills. Students initially should be enrolled in six or more credit hours for fall and/or spring semesters to participate in the program. Before beginning work, all participants must review the FWS Handbook and complete all required employment paperwork. When a student is placed in a position, a supervisor is assigned to monitor the work performed. FWS students are required to complete a monthly timesheet and are paid at the end of the following month. Eligible students are placed in FWS positions for each academic year based upon available funds.

3. Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant Program – The Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant Program (SEOG) is designed to provide grants to exceptionally needy students. Application for the grant is made by completing the FAFSA.
4. NC Educational Lottery - The NC Educational Lottery provides financial assistance to needy NC students. Application for this grant is made by completing the FAFSA.

   NC Educational Lottery proration is based on the following standards:

   Full time	12 or more credit hours (full award)
   ¾ time	9-11 credit hours (1/2 of the full award)
   ½ time	6-8 credit hours (1/2 of the full award)
   Less than ½ time	Not eligible

5. NC Community College Grant – The North Carolina Community College Grant program provides funds for North Carolina residents attending community colleges who qualify for a limited amount of Pell Grant funds or are not eligible for Pell Grant or the Hope tax credit. Application for the North Carolina Community College Grant is made by completing the FAFSA.

   NC Community College Grant proration is based on the following standards: 

   Full time plus	15 or more credit hours (full award)
   Full time	12-14 credit hours (full award minus $400)
   ¾ time	9-11 credit hours (3/4 of the full time award)
   ½ time	6-8 credit hours (1/2 of the full time award)
   Less than ½ time	Not eligible

6. Childcare Grants – Limited childcare subsidies are available to economically disadvantaged students. An application may be obtained in the Financial Aid Office Bldg. 2/114A. The open application period begins August 1^st, and the process of awarding childcare subsidies ends in April. Applications are received on a continuing basis during the school year, and a waiting list is maintained until the following June. A history of satisfactory academic progress is required, and the student must maintain satisfactory academic progress to continue receiving a childcare subsidy.
7. Student Loans – Bladen Community College does not participate in the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program. Alternative loans may be available for curriculum students. Please visit www.bladencc.edu to click the Financial Aid tab and click Private Loans.
8. Scholarships – To be considered for a scholarship, a student must complete the FAFSA. A scholarship committee composed of several faculty and staff members of Bladen Community College screen potential scholarship applicants to consider requests and make awards for the various scholarships available.

List of Available Scholarships

Bladen Community College Annual Ambassador Scholarship

The Bladen Community College Foundation awards scholarships annually to three-four students who display leadership ability and who will represent the college throughout the school year at various functions and activities. The scholarships provide for partial payment of tuition, books, and fees. Deadline for submission is April 15 of each year Contact Crystal Dowd for further information at 910-879-5620 or cdowd@bladencc.edu.

Bladen Community College Endowed Faculty Senate Scholarship

The Faculty Senate awards one scholarship per year. This scholarship will pay for tuition, activity fees, and books for the fall and spring semesters.

Bladen Community College Foundation Annual Merit Scholarship

The Bladen Community College Foundation board established the Foundation Merit Scholarship to be awarded to the marshal with the highest GPA. The Scholarship is awarded to help cover a portion of the tuition and fees for the student's second year at BCC.

Bladen County Commissioners Annual Scholarship

This scholarship, given annually from the Bladen County Commissioners, assists Bladen County students who are enrolled full time, with tuition, fees, and books.

Bladen We Care Endowed Allied Health Scholarship

The Bladen We Care Allied Health Scholarship was given to provide scholarships annually to students enrolled in the Allied Health programs at Bladen Community College. The recipient of this scholarship must commit to working in Bladen County upon graduation.

Bladen We Care/UNCP Endowed Allied Health Scholarship

The Bladen We Care UNCP Allied Health Scholarship was established to assist Bladen Community College Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) graduates who wish to further their education in the UNC Pembroke BSN Program. Contact Sharron Thomas @ 879-5532 for further information.

Houston & Irene Brisson Endowed Nursing Scholarship

This scholarship was established in memory of two of our area's outstanding citizens, Houston and Irene Brisson, to assist high school graduates who are enrolled in a nursing program and have outstanding academic abilities and a need for financial assistance.

Lee Anne and Carlton Bryan Annual Information Technology Scholarship

This scholarship was established by Lee Anne and Carlton Bryan to assist students in the Information Technology program at Bladen Community College. A student must maintain a 3.5 grade point average to qualify. It will be awarded to a deserving IT student based upon need and academics.

Robert C. Clark Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship was established in memory of former Clarkton native and Mayor, Robert C. Clark, who was dedicated to helping others throughout his life.

Clark Brothers Endowed Scholarship

The Clark Brothers Scholarship was established by Manly, Giles, David, and Rogers Clark. It was established to assist high school graduates who have outstanding academic abilities and a need for financial assistance to further their goal of a college education.

James B. Collins Endowed BLET Scholarship

This scholarship is given in memory by the family and friends of James B. Collins who passed away in the line of duty. This scholarship will be awarded to a deserving student enrolled in the Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) Program.

Edward J. Cox Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship was given by Ruth Cox Church in memory of her brother Mr. Edward J. Cox, a champion of education in Bladen County and one of the original Bladen Community College Trustees.

Elizabethtown Rotary Club Annual Scholarship

The Elizabethtown Rotary Club is a voluntary organization made up of business and professional leaders who take an active role in their communities while greatly enriching their personal and professional lives. Encouraging high ethical standards and respect for all worthy vocations has been a hallmark of Rotary from its earliest days. The motto of Rotary is “Service above Self.” With this in mind, the Elizabethtown Rotary Club has established an annual scholarship of $500 to be given to a graduating senior.

Alma Parker Farris Annual Business Scholarship

The Alma Parker Farris Scholarship was given by Ms. Farris to recognize a student who is seeking a degree in the business field. Preference will be given to a female student. This scholarship will be funded annually to cover tuition for the fall and spring semesters.

Finn Swiim Endowed Summer Scholarship

This scholarship was established by Ms. Tiina Mundy to celebrate a landmark birthday and to bring attention to health and wellness. Ms. Mundy, a graduate of the United States Air Force Academy and a competitive diver, wished to help students meet their academic goals. It is her expressed hope that the recipient will regard this scholarship as an obligation to make the most of their career goals and as an opportunity to help others.

Four County EMC Scholarship

The Four County EMC Scholarship was established to give assistance to students who are residents of Bladen County and who maintain a 2.5 GPA.

Harold Dean Ingram, Sr. Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship was given by the Clarkton Lions Club in memory of Harold Dean Ingram, Sr. The recipient of this scholarship should demonstrate merit and commitment to furthering their education. Mr. Ingram’s dedication to his community and county having served for over 30 years in the Bladen County School System.

Invest in Bladen Endowed Scholarship

The overall purpose of this scholarship is to expand educational opportunities for the citizens of Bladen County. This fund is primarily to be utilized as student assistance through scholarships, loans, and grants.

Dr. William C. Keith Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship was established to honor the memory of Dr. William C. Keith. Dr. Keith was a retired dentist and former Mayor of Elizabethtown. He served on the Bladen Community College Board of Trustees when the college was originally named Bladen Technical Institute. The recipient must be pursuing a course of study leading to a technical degree, vocational diploma, or with the intent to transfer for completion of a baccalaureate degree.

Lynn and Iris King Endowed Teaching Scholarship

The Lynn and Iris King Scholarship was established in memory of Mr. Lynn Grey King, Sr., a long-time educator in Bladen County. Mr. King served as the second president of Bladen Community College from 1985 - 1997. This scholarship is to assist high school graduates who have outstanding academic abilities and a need for financial assistance to further their goal of a college education.

Cecil W. McClure Endowed Welding Scholarship

This scholarship was given by Cecelia McClure Davis, in memory of her father, Cecil W. McClure, a former welding instructor at Bladenboro High School. This scholarship is for a welding student.

Mike W. Merritt Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship was established in memory of Mike W. Merritt, a 1992 graduate of East Bladen High School. At the time of his passing Mike worked for the Town of White Lake as a member of the White Lake Volunteer Fire Department. This scholarship embraces Mike's belief that we are not just here to further our own ends, but are here to contribute to a larger purpose.

Charles Munn Jr. Endowed Scholarship

The Charles Munn Jr. Scholarship was established to honor the memory of Charles Munn Jr., a deacon of Pleasant Union Baptist Church for over 42 years, Town Councilman of East Arcadia, and former dedicated trustee of Bladen Community College.

Nightingale Annual Associate Degree Nursing Scholarship

This scholarship was established by Ms. Sharon Natale. When Ms. Natale retired from Bladen County Hospital as Director of Nursing she had worked closely with her nursing staff in assisting them with scholarship opportunities offered through the Bladen County Hospital Foundation. Ms. Natale herself received scholarship support while attending East Carolina University and knew firsthand how important it is to help students achieve their life goals. She further states that in order to grow our own leaders and professionals is to nurture those in our local community colleges and provide them with the educational opportunities they need to succeed.

Louis and Louise Parker Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship was given by the family of Louis F. and Louise Parker. Mr. Parker was a former member of the Bladen Community College Board of Trustees. Mr. Parker was one of the founding trustees and faithfully served the college until his death.

Sam and Helen Kelly Parker Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship was established by Edward W. and Agnes Parker Najam of Bloomington, Indiana, in memory of Sam and Helen Kelly Parker, Mrs. Najam's parents. The Parkers were long time citizens of Elizabethtown and very involved in the city's business and community life.

James and Gladys Powell Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is given by the family of James R. and Gladys Powell. Mr. Powell was a former member of the College Board of Trustees.

Mary Alice Scoggins Endowed College Transfer Scholarship

The Mary Alice Scoggins Scholarship was established in memory or Mary Alice Scoggins for deserving students enrolled in the College Transfer Program at Bladen Community College.

Eunice Smith Memorial Annual Scholarship - Non-Traditional Student Scholarship

This scholarship was established by Daine & Charlotte Smith in memory of Ms. Eunice Smith. The scholarship recipient is to be a non-traditional student. The funds will cover tuition, books, and fees.

Star Telephone Annual Scholarship

The Star Telephone Membership Corporation Scholarship Program was established to assist high school graduates who have outstanding academic abilities and a need for financial assistance to further their goal of a college education.

State Employees Credit Union Annual Scholarship

The State Employees Credit Union Foundation has established this two-year scholarship program to assist North Carolina Community College students to achieve success.

Wells Fargo Annual Technical Scholarship

The Wells Fargo Technical Scholarship is given by Wells Fargo to full-time students enrolled in the second year of a two-year education/technical program and who demonstrate financial need and scholastic promise.

David F. Yarborough Endowed ADN Scholarship

The David F. Yarborough Scholarship was established in memory of David F. Yarborough for students in the Associate Degree Nursing Program. David had a sincere love and concern for people, and it is appropriate that this scholarship be awarded to students at Bladen Community College striving to achieve their Associate Degree in Nursing.