RCC Foundation Scholarships
The RCC Foundation awards scholarships to new and returning students across university-transfer and workforce/CTE pathways. With a single application, you’ll be considered for multiple awards that can help pay for tuition, fees, books, tools, and other education costs.
What you can expect:
- One application, many opportunities
- Awards for full-time and part-time students
- Support for recent high school grads, adult learners, and veterans
- Guidance from Financial Aid every step of the way
Applications open January 1st and close September 1st every year.
Start your application in AwardSpring here: RCC Scholarships Portal. Have questions? Visit Financial Aid or contact the RCC Foundation.
Applying for Financial Aid at RCC
- Complete the RCC admissions process at this link. (You must apply for admission before receiving financial aid!)
- Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). RCC’s school code is 002958.
- When the Financial Aid Office receives a copy of your FAFSA from the U.S. Department of Education, a letter may be sent to you requesting any additional information we need to process your file. Once all documents are received, your financial aid file will be reviewed for a possible award.
- If it is determined that you are eligible for aid, you will receive a financial aid award letter along with several other important documents about your financial aid package. Carefully read all materials!
- Follow up with the Financial Aid Office if you have any questions.
Award Information
Each student who receives financial aid is responsible for reading and understanding applicable documents below. Please contact the Financial Aid Office if you have any questions.
- Award Letter Instructions
- Summer Pell Grant Policy
- Estimated Cost of Attendance
- Important Award Information
- Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy
- Return of Title IV Funds Policy
Using Self-Service to View Your Financial Aid Information:
The Next NC Scholarship is a financial aid program that helps most North Carolinians from households making $80,000 or less pursue higher education by fully covering tuition and fees at Rockingham Community College. The best part? It’s money that doesn’t have to be repaid. As a student of RCC you will receive at least $3,000. The scholarship award can be used for things beyond tuition, including things like fees, books, food, and housing. Students with the greatest need for financial aid could qualify for additional funding to help make paying for college more manageable.
How do I apply for the Next NC Scholarship?
- Applying is simple. Just submit the FAFSA form. If you’re eligible, you’ll receive
the Next NC Scholarship. There are no additional forms to fill out.
If you are a veteran, please see our Veterans Affairs page for more information.
