EARN Scholarship

In his February 19, 2007 State of the State address, Gov. Easley announced a new initiative, the “EARN” Scholarship, that will send to and graduate more students from college. For low- and moderate-income students, he proposed a major new financial aid program that combines a two-year state grant with current federal assistance that will replace the need for loans if students work 10 hours a week to help pay for their education.

Therefore, students who complete the Learn and Earn program with two years of college credit will be able to finish their four-year degree at a state university debt free.