Varies
Avg. Amount Awarded
358
Days
January 15 2026
Application Deadline
Yes
Renewable
Apply Now
What you'll need:
  • Checkmark Other - School report, extracurricular activities
  • Checkmark Application Form
  • Checkmark Essay
  • Checkmark Financial Need Analysis
  • Checkmark Recommendations Or References
  • Checkmark Transcript
Apply Now
Blue Sky Scholars

Description

The Blue Sky Scholars program is open to exceptionally qualified students from middle-income North Carolina families who qualify for financial aid but do not meet the requirements for the Carolina Covenant that demonstrate extraordinary hard work and character. In addition to their scholarship, recipients also receive a $2,500 Carolina Works work-study offer and a one-time $2,500 enrichment opportunity grant to use for study abroad, internships, or research. Blue Sky Scholars are automatically invited to join the UNC Scholars Program.

Amount Details

$2,500
Low Amount Awarded

Eligibility Requirements

  • CheckmarkMust be an undergraduate student
  • CheckmarkMust attend a university
  • CheckmarkRestricted to residents of North Carolina
  • CheckmarkRestricted to students studying in North Carolina

How to Apply

What you'll need:

  • Checkmark Other - School report, extracurricular activities
  • Checkmark Application Form
  • Checkmark Essay
  • Checkmark Financial Need Analysis
  • Checkmark Recommendations Or References
  • Checkmark Transcript
For more info, please visit our site