Financial Aid | Scholarships & Grants

Scholarships & Grants

Types of Federal Financial Aid. The following are types of financial aid from the U.S. Federal Government that are available to eligible NMC students. For more information on how to apply, contact the Financial Aid Office at 234-5498 ext. 1525/26/27 or you may visit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) website at www.fafsa.ed.gov.

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Federal Pell Grant

Fall 2012 First Priority Deadline for NMC: April 30, 2012 / Spring 2013 First Priority Deadline for NMC: November 2, 2012

Is a federally funded program for students with financial need and is usually the first source of assistance to the students. Generally, Pell Grant awards are given to undergraduate students pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree. The amount of money you are awarded will depend on your Expected Family Contribution (EFC), cost of attendance, whether you are a full-time or part-time student and whether you attend school for a full academic year or less. For more information, visit www.fafsa.ed.gov.

Deadline:	New Beginning Scholarship
Monthly	New Beginning mobilizes support for students getting into, staying and graduating from college. This organization offers a $500 scholarship every month to "any student (high school students, undergraduates, or graudates) who is college bound or in college," and who "lives in the USA with a minimum 2.0 GPA." For more information or to apply, visit http://newbeginningscholarship.com/wordpress/.

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Journeyscholarship.com

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"We support student scholarships and other educational programs and initiatives. Sponsored by The MANNAFOUNDATION.ORG. A 501c3 that is dedicated to provide aid and hope to poor, homeless, abused and hungry children around the world, and to support and care for students through various fundraising and volunteer projects." This $1,000 scholarship is offered every month. Those eligible to apply are 9th-12th grade high school, college, or graduate students. Applicants must also be a U.S. citizens or legal resident attending or planning to attend an accredited college or university in the U.S. For more information or to apply, visit http://journeyscholarships.com/.

Deadline:	The BG Scholarship
Monthly	The "BG Scholarship" was created in memory of Brandon Goodman. This $300 scholarship is available to students in high school and also students currently enrolled in college. You must have a minimum 2.0 GPA, be a U.S. citizen, or an international students that is enrolled in school in the USA. For more information or to apply, visit http://bgscholarship.com/.

Deadline:	College Access Challenge Grant Scholarship
Fall 2012: June 29, 2012 / Spring 2013: November 2, 2012 / Summer 2013: April 30, 2013	Will be awarding $1,500 per semester for first-year college students (those who have earned less than 30 college credits) and those with a high school diploma or GED and have not enrolled in college. For more information, click here to visit the CACG information page.

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Saipan Higher Education Financial Assistance (SHEFA) Scholarship

Fall 2012 Application: July 2, 2012 (Supporting Documents must be submitted before this date for all new and returning applicants including those who did received an award in Fall 2011 and Spring 2012 applicants), Fall 2012 Supporting Documents: October 1, 2012

Is local financial assistance offered by the Municipality of Saipan, Office of the Mayor. This assistance is available to qualified residents of Saipan (inclusive of the Northern Islands) through a supplementary financial assistance, upon availability of funds. Click on the following links to download important documents: SHEFA Requirements, SHEFA Application, and SHEFA Memorandum of Agreement. For more information on how to apply, contact the SHEFA office at (670) 233-5995 or you may visit their website at www.saipanshefa.com.

Deadline:	CNMI Scholarship
Fall 2012 Application: July 2, 2012, Fall 2012 Supporting Documents: October 1, 2012	Is local financial assistance made available to eligible CNMI students. For more information on how to apply, visit www.cnmischolarship.com or contact the CNMI Scholarship Office at (670) 664-4750/2.

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Businesswoman of the Year Scholarship

Fall 2012: August 31, 2012

The Businesswoman of the Year Scholarship Program will award scholarships to deserving full-time or part-time University of Guam (UOG), Guam Community College (GCC) and Northern Marianas College (NMC) students for each semester that they are registered in and applied for the scholarship. Graduating seniors from Guam’s and the NMI’s high schools, enrolling at one of the three tertiary institutions, may also apply. The scholarships will be awarded based on merit, eligibility, the written essay, and financial need. Click on the following links to download: Policy and Procedure Package, and Fall 2012 Application Form.

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Campus Explorer Exclusive Scholarship

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The Campus Explorer Exclusive Scholarship is a monthly $1,000 giveaway, designed to help students pay for their higher-education expenses. Every month, Campus Explorer will announce a new scholarship – and a new way to win. A winner will be randomly selected from the entrants. The contest is open to legal residents of the United States and the District of Columbia (including residents of the CNMI) who are at least 16 years old at the time of entry. For more information, visit https://www.campusexplorer.com/campus-explorer-scholarships/.

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Education-Portal.com Computer Science and Computer Engineering Academic Award

April 1, 2013

$1,000 awarded to a student pursuing a degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering. Areas of study that will be considered include computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, database management, computer networking, computer programming and information technology management. Must have a minimum of 30 semester or 45 quarter hours still to be completed. For more information, click on the following link: http://education-portal.com/pages/Computer_Science_Academic_Scholarship.html.

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Education-Portal.com Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Degrees — Undergraduate Academic Award

April 1, 2013

A $500 award will be given to a student pursuing any associate or bachelor degree program emphasizing Criminal Justice or Law Enforcement. Areas of study that will be considered include Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, Homeland Security, Sociology with Law/Criminal emphasis, Corrections, Computer Forensics, and Forensic Psychology among others. Must have a minimum of 30 semester or 45 quarter hours still to be completed. For more information, click on the following link: http://education-portal.com/pages/Criminal_Justice_and_Law_Enforcement_Degrees_-_Undergraduate_Academic_Award.html.

Deadline:	Education-Portal.com Liberal Arts and General Studies Degrees — Undergraduate Academic Award
April 1, 2013	A $500 award will be given to a student pursuing an associate or bachelor degree program emphasizing Liberal Arts, General Studies, or Humanities. Must have a minimum of 30 semester or 45 quarter hours still to be completed. For more information, click on the following link: http://education-portal.com/pages/Liberal_Arts_and_General_Studies_Degrees_-_Undergraduate_Academic_Award.html.

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Education-Portal.com Undergraduate Distance Learning Degrees — Academic Award

April 1, 2013

A $500 award will be given to a student pursuing a distance learning associate or bachelor degree program. Applicants must be pursuing their degree through a distance learning program. Must have a minimum of 30 semester or 45 quarter hours still to be completed. For more information, click on the following link: http://education-portal.com/pages/Undergraduate_Distance_Learning_Degrees_-_Academic_Award.html.

Deadline:	Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
Coordinates with FAFSA	Is a federally funded program that provides grants to undergraduates who demonstrate exceptional financial need. This aid is intended to supplement the Pell Grant. Awards are made on a limited basis to students with exceptional financial need and usually range between $200 and $400 per year. Click here for more information.

Deadline:	Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) Grant Program
Varies	Through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act of 2007, Congress created the Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) Grant Program that provides grants of up to $4,000 per year to students who intend to teach in a public or private elementary or secondary school that serves students from low-income families. For more information, click here.

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Academic Competitiveness Grant (ACG)

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Is a federally funded program under the Deficit Reduction Act of 2005 subtitle “Higher Education Reconciliation Act of 2005 (HERA).” This program makes available funding over five years to provide aid to low-income college students who meet general Pell Grant program guidelines, as well as additional specified criteria. AC Grants will be awarded to first- and second-year college students who have successfully completed a rigorous secondary school program. Under the AC Grant program, Congress has established that an individual student may receive up to $750 (for a first year students) or $1300 (for a second-year student) to pay for higher education. These grants are available to any Pell Grant-eligible student who:

Is a full-time student;
Is enrolled in a two- or four-year degree-granting institution of higher education;
Have not been previously enrolled in a program of undergraduate education (if a first-year student);

For more information on the ACG, click here. You may also call or visit the Financial Aid Office at Building N-2.

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U.S. Army Reserve Tuition Assistance

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Numerous branches of the U.S. Armed Forces provide financial assistance to their personnel and their dependents, as well as the Reservists. One of these programs is the U.S. Army Reserve Tuition Assistance in which it pays up to 100% of the tuition and fee costs for an Associate, Bachelor, or Master’s degree. It also applies to vocational or technical certificate programs from an accredited educational institution. Not all branches provide the same benefits though. For more information, contact your Branch Educational Officer or you may visit their website at www.goarmy.com/reserve/nps/education.jsp.

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Military Educational Benefits Veterans Educational Assistance Benefits Program (ie GI Bill)

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The college is approved for veteran’s benefits. A wide range of educational benefits is available to those who have served in the U.S. military, and some of these benefits may be extended to their dependents. Veterans must comply with established Office of Admissions and Records and Financial Aid Office policies in order to receive benefits, and must meet established standards of academic progress. For more information on how to apply, contact the Financial Aid Office at (670) 234-5498 ext. 1527 or you may visit their website at www.gibill.va.gov.

Deadline:	Federal College Work Study (FCWS)
Open	Is a program designed for students enrolled at least half-time and who demonstrate financial need. Your total award depends on your cost of attendance, your level of need and the funding level of the school. Job placement is done through the Financial Aid Office under the auspices of the Finance and Administrative Services Department.

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Government Employees Professional Development Assistance Program (GEPDAP)

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The GEPDAP program is geared to provide professional development for qualified government employees who could receive up to 50% off of their tuition. Fees, books, and supplies are not discounted. Program benefits are applicable to regular NMC courses only. Benefits do not apply to Community Programs’ course, Outreach Programs, Specialized trainings, proposals, and Memorandum of Understanding/Agreements or other approved contracts. Qualified government employees are those who do not qualify for any grants or scholarship. Qualified candidates must bring a copy of their employment verification to show proof of employment in the government. All candidates must be admitted to NMC in an approved degree program. All payments must be made in accordance to Finance Office policies.

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Micronesian Region Of Different Island States Scholarship

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There are state scholarships available or offered through each of the various government entities of the Freely Associated States of Micronesia, Republic of Belau, and Republic of the Marshall Islands. However, the Financial Aid Office does not process these aids. Interested students from these areas may pick-up an application at the Financial Aid Office (Building N), but must mail their applications directly to the address indicated on the form.

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Other Scholarships

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In addition to the Pell Grant, the Financial Aid Office announces scholarships that various governments (such as the CNMI), organizations, countries, and schools send to our office. To inquire about the most recent scholarship announcements, please call the FAO at 234-5498 ext. 1525/1526 or visit our office at Bldg. N-2. Scholarship announcements are posted in front of FAO as well as around campus, announced in the PROA (NMC newsletter), posted on the NMC website, and/or announced via email to the STaR campuses’ faculty, staff, and student accounts.

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