Aikens Family Scholarship
Pursuing higher education and earning a degree requires dedication, resilience, and, often, financial sacrifice.
Students who embody these traits and who are determined to make a difference in their communities and beyond should be uplifted so they can overcome any financial barriers that stand in their way. North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University and North Carolina Central University are two esteemed Historically Black Universities in North Carolina. While these schools may boast more affordable tuition, the cost of attendance and the burdens of living expenses can still make it difficult for the average student to afford to complete their programs.
This scholarship aims to honor the values of faith, perseverance, and the transformative power of education—principles that have guided the Aikens’ family.
Any undergraduate student at North Carolina A&T State University or North Carolina Central University with a min. 3.0 GPA may apply for this scholarship opportunity.
To apply, submit an essay outlining your educational goals, your motivations, and how this scholarship will help you achieve success. To be considered, you must have a profile picture.
Submit a personal essay outlining educational goals, personal motivations, and how the scholarship will help support your success.
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The application deadline is Jul 6, 2026. Winners will be announced on Aug 7, 2026.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Aug 7, 2026. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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