Scholarships & Grants

Your first step to financial aid begins with the FAFSA. Complete it today
and unlock access to grants, scholarships, and other funding opportunities.

LCC Foundation Scholarships

More than 200 scholarships are available for degree-seeking students.
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LCC Guarantee

Recent graduates from Lenoir, Greene, and Jones counties may qualify for free tuition and fees.
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Next NC Scholarship

Eligible students could attend LCC tuition-free through this state-funded program.
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Childcare Grant

Partial and temporary child care funding is available to students meeting grant requirements.
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Student Employment

Explore ways to fund your education through employment.
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Additional Scholarships

External scholarships are available through local civic organizations and regional partnerships.
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Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)

The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Title I Program is designed to develop a skilled workforce that meets the needs of business and industry, enabling them to compete in a global economy by helping jobseekers access training, education, and employment. This is a federal grant program serving WIOA Title I Adult and Youth populations at Lenoir Community College.

Please visit the WIOA page for more information and to download and complete the application.
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Finish Line Grants

Emergency Assistance Application
Finish Line Grants are grants up to $1,000 awarded to community college students who are on the cusp of completing their education or training and are faced with an unanticipated financial hardship that may prevent them from doing so.

Grants can be used for course materials, housing, medical needs, dependent care, or utilities, other financial hardships that students face through no fault of their own.

In order to qualify for a Finish Line Grant, you must:

  • have an unforeseen financial emergency.
  • be enrolled in a curriculum program or an eligible workforce continuing education course leading to an industry -recognized credential.
  • be in good academic standing with a 2.0 or greater GPA.

WIOA Adult services helps people gain skills, training, and support to find good jobs. It’s designed for adults who are unemployed, underemployed, or need extra help to succeed in today’s workforce.

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