Purpose
The Aggie Gentz Foundation Scholarship was established to provide need-based scholarships to students attending *North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.
The purpose of this scholarship is to encourage academic excellence and alumni engagement as well as advance the spirit of Aggie Pride by cultivating a culture of giving back.
*Aggie Gentz does not represent NC A&T State University in any way nor do their affiliated events or fundraising efforts imply, suggest or promote endorsement from NC A&T State University.
Eligibility
– Applicants must be a citizen or legal permanent resident of the US.
– Applicant must demonstrate a need for financial assistance.
– Applicant must be officially enrolled as a full-time student at North Carolina A&T State University and be classified as at least a second semester Freshman at time of application submission.
– Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5.
Award
Scholarships are awarded each Spring and Fall Semester and students will have the option to reapply.
Scholarships funds will be applied directly to the tuition bill for each awardee unless otherwise specified.
It is MANDATORY that all student Aggies who receive scholarships participate in the Aggie Gentz Student Development Institute (AGSDI) Ascension Leadership Cohort.
Scholarships awarded are based upon the availability of funds. Each application is evaluated based on 5 weighted criterion that includes the Application Essay, Academic Performance (GPA), Academic Progress (e.g. Freshman, Sophomore, Junior or Senior), Financial Need (FAFSA Score) and Award Recurrence (Number of times receiving the award). We work directly with the Financial Aid office to review each scholarship applicant’s overall financial aid to ensure any scholarship award they receive does not negatively impact other aid the student has received or will be receiving with respect to cost to attend. The Aggie Gentz Foundation Scholarships are awarded without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender or sexual orientation.
Deadline
Application Deadline for Fall 2024 scholarship awards is – March 15, 2024
Applications will be accepted between February 1, 2024 and March 15, 2024 for Fall Semester 2024 scholarship awards.
Applications must be submitted electronically via the online scholarship application. Paper application will not be accepted.
Applicants will be notified, via email of the scholarship award decision. All decisions are final.