Introduction

There are many types of scholarships available to students at East Carolina University.  Some are open to incoming freshmen and transfer students while others are reserved specifically for continuing/currently enrolled students.  Most scholarships have specific eligibility criteria which may range from something as simple as being from a specific North Carolina county to being a volunteer with a certain service group.  All scholarships are subject to the availability of funds and may not be awarded each and every year depending on current economic conditions. 

The goal of this webpage is to try and give students considering East Carolina University, as well as those students already attending the university, a picture of what scholarship opportunities are available across the various Colleges and Departments on our campus.   Greater detail and the actual applications will usually be found via the specific College or Department webpage and can be accessed via the embedded links below.

Freshman Scholarships

Transfer Student Scholarships

General Scholarships for Incoming, Currently Enrolled and Graduate Students

Scholarships by College and Other Campus Groups

College of Allied Health Sciences

College of Business

College of Education

College of Fine Arts and Communication

College of Health and Human Performance

College of Human Ecology

College of Nursing

College of Technology and Computer Science

East Carolina Alumni Association

ECU Retired Faculty Association

Office of Student Financial Aid

Thomas Harriott College of Arts and Science

Division of Student Affairs

ECU Staff Senate

Freshmen Only Scholarships

Scholarships listed in this section are awarded only to entering freshmen who begin their initial enrollment at ECU during the Fall semester.  Currently enrolled students are not eligible for these scholarships.

EC Scholars – East Carolina University’s most prestigious scholarship program.  Four-year merit scholarship @ $10,000/year and a $5,000 study abroad stipend connected to student’s academic interest.  Invitations to apply are sent to eligible students by the Honors College each fall.

Honor College Scholarships – Merit based scholarship valued at the level of in-state tuition for up to four years.  Invitations to apply are sent to eligible students by the Honors College each fall.

Business Scholars – Annual scholarship of $3,000 for up to four years.  Guaranteed space in East Carolina’s nationally ranked MBA or MSA programs to Honors College students pursuing a major in the College of Business.  Application for this scholarship is included within the Honors College Scholarship process.

Early Assurance Programs – While not specifically scholarships, these programs guarantee placement in health sciences programs (medicine, physical therapy, and audiology) before the students earn their undergraduate degree.  Application for the early assurance seats is part of the Honors College application process.

Additional information about the four scholarships/programs listed above can be found by visiting the Honors College webpage or by calling 252.328.6373.

Access Scholars – The Access Scholarship is an award of $5,000 per academic year and is renewable up to 8 semesters provided the student maintains eligibility. Access Scholarships are available to North Carolina residents who are full-time students at East Carolina University who demonstrate a combination of financial need, academic excellence, and community leadership. Eligible students will be invited to apply based on their demonstrated financial need upon completing their FAFSA application.

Passage Scholarships – Merit based scholarship.  Non-renewable.  Eligible students will automatically receive notice of award based on information within their Admissions application.

Maynard Scholars – Four year, $20,000 scholarship available for outstanding high school seniors each year by the College of Education.  Selected students will be expected to teach in a public, charter or government schools for four years in one of the following counties:   Beaufort, Bertie, Bladen, Brunswick, Camden, Carteret, Chatham, Chowan, Columbus, Craven, Cumberland, Currituck, Dare, Duplin, Durham, Edgecombe, Franklin, Gates, Granville, Greene, Halifax, Harnett, Hertford, Hoke, Hyde, Johnston, Jones, Lee, Lenoir, Martin, Nash, New Hanover, Northampton, Onslow, Orange, Pamlico, Pasquotank, Pender, Perquimans, Person, Pitt, Robeson, Sampson, Tyrell, Vance, Wake, Warren, Washington, Wayne, Wilson.  For more information, visit the College of Education website.

Walter and Marie Williams Leadership Awards Program – Leadership development program.  Carries a one year award of $1,000 along with extensive leadership training and 1 hour of credit for participating.  Applicants must reside in one of the following counties:  Beaufort, Bertie, Bladen, Brunswick, Camden, Carteret, Chowan, Columbus, Craven, Cumberland, Currituck, Dare, Duplin, Edgecombe, Gates, Greene, Halifax, Harnett, Hertford, Hoke, Hyde, Johnston, Jones, Lenoir, Martin, Nash, New Hanover, Northampton, Onslow, Pamlico, Pasquotank, Pender, Perquimans, Pitt, Robeson, Sampson, Tyrell, Washington, Wayne, Wilson.  Please click here for the online application.

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Transfer Student Scholarships

Scholarships listed in this section are awarded only to entering transfer students who begin their initial enrollment at ECU during the Fall semester.  Currently enrolled students are not eligible for these scholarships.  The application process opens in January and is posted on the Admissions website with Transfer Student Information.

ECU Transfer Student Scholarship – Merit based scholarship.  Non-renewable.  Funds established as a credit with the campus student store for books, supplies and other eligible educational costs.  

Passage Scholarships – Merit based scholarship.  Non-renewable.  

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Other Freshman, Transfer, Graduate or Current Student Scholarships

These scholarships are general in nature and award decisions are made based on information received through the Admissions process or via information supplied to the Office of Financial Aid.  In most instances, no additional application is required to be considered for these awards.   

Award of each scholarship is dependent upon the current economic conditions and the financial position of the endowment that established the award.  The number of and amount of each annual award is subject to change based on funding availability.

Scholarships Available to Incoming Freshman or Current Students (Awarded by Enrollment Services Office of University Scholarship Committee)

Single Parent Scholarship Endowment -  This scholarship is awarded to either an incoming freshman or current student that is a single parent responsible for rearing one or more children.  Minimum projected or actual GPA of 2.5 required along with demonstrated financial need, evidence of dedication to earning a four-year degree and enrollment in at least 9 hours of study per semester.

Chall Ralph Little Scholarship -   This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman or current student based on scholarship, citizenship and financial need.

Alva Sawyer & Lee G. Williams Memorial Scholarship – This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman or current student based on the following in order of priority:  recipient must be working on campus or in University related employment for a minimum average of ten (10) hours per week, must show academic merit with at least a 2.5 GPA, and have demonstrated financial need.

Myrtle Brendle Little Scholarship - This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman or current student based on scholarship, citizenship and financial need.

Robert M. Boudreaux Scholarship – This scholarship may be awarded to either an incoming freshman or current student based on demonstrated financial need and academic merit as evidenced by a projected 2.5 GPA for an incoming student or a current 2.5 GPA for an existing student.

L.D. & Rose Hunnings Scholarship - This scholarship may be awarded to either an incoming freshman or current student based on demonstrated financial need and academic merit as evidenced by a projected 3.0 GPA for an incoming student or a current 3.0 GPA for an existing student.

Scholarships Available Freshman Only (Awarded by Enrollment Services- Office of University Scholarship Committee) 

Adam Geer Family Scholarship – This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman with a projected GPA of 3.0 and demonstrated financial need.  Preference will be given to a student whose family has more than one child currently enrolled at least half time in a college, university or community college.

Carolyn M. Cuddy Memorial Scholarship - This scholarship will be awarded to a full time incoming freshman based on academic merit with a projected 3.0 GPA and demonstrated financial need.

Ella D. Broughton Memorial Scholarship – This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman from Pamlico County with a projected GPA of 3.0, demonstrated desire for a college education, demonstrated financial need,  and evidence of good citizenship.

Ballard S. and Genevieve H. Gay Scholarship - This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman with a projected GPA of 3.0 with preference given to graduation from a high school in Northampton County.  If there is not an eligible Northamption student, preference (in order) will be given to students from Halifax, Bertie, Hertford or Wayne county graduates.

Robert H. Maier Memorial Scholarship - – This scholarship will be awarded to incoming freshman with demonstrated financial need.

Wayland H. Cato Endowed Scholarship – This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman with demonstrated financial need.  Preference will be given to students who show evidence of demonstrated commitment to a strong work ethic through meaningful work experience in the public or private sector and a commitment to volunteerism through performing meaningful community service without compensation.  This scholarship may be renewed.

The Magnolia Belles Scholarship – This scholarship will be awarded to a female from eastern North Carolina with a minimum intended GPA of 3.0 and preference given to incoming freshman from Washington County, NC. 

Annie Dean Allen Memorial Scholarship – This scholarship will be awarded to incoming freshman with preference given to music student.

Catherine Jones Baggett Scholarship – This scholarship will be awarded to an incoming freshman with a minimum projected GPA of 3.0 and an intended major of Education.

East Carolina University Foundation, Inc. Scholarship – This scholarship will be awarded to an incoming freshman with demonstrated financial need, at least a 2.5 projected GPA and with preference given to students that are graduates of Pamlico High School, East Carteret High School or Ocracoke High School.

Thomas Earl Bolick Scholarship – This scholarship will be awarded to an incoming student is a graduate of Millbrook High School with a projected GPA within the range of 2.5 – 3.5.  May be renewed in subsequent years.

University Book Exchange Scholarship – This scholarship will be awarded to a full time incoming freshman based on academic merit.  Scholarship is renewable through the recipient’s senior year with the maintenance of a qualified academic record and a 3.0 overall GPA.

Samantha and James Henry Newton Brendle Memorial Scholarship – This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman with a projected GPA of 3.0, evidence of involvement in extracurricular activities and leadership potential.

Owen F. Carr IV Memorial Scholarship – This scholarship will be awarded to a full time incoming freshman based on academic merit and a projected 3.0 GPA.  

Virgil S. and Frances D. Clark Alumni Honors Scholarship – This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman with a projected GPA of 3.0, evidence of involvement in extracurricular activities and leadership potential.

East Carolina Bank Honors Scholarship - This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman with a projected GPA of 3.0, evidence of involvement in extracurricular activities and leadership potential.  Recipient must be a graduate of a high school in Beaufort, Currituck, Dare, Hyde, Pitt, Terrell or Washington counties.

David and Gail R. Englert Scholarship - This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman with a projected GPA of 3.0.

David E. Harris Memorial Scholarship - This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman with a projected GPA of 3.0.

Nehemiah and Mary Emma Hart Garris Scholarship - This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman with a projected GPA of 3.0 that is a graduate of a Pitt County high school.

Helen Gill Keasler Memorial Scholarship – This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman with a projected GPA of 2.5 that is a graduate of Mattamuskeet High School in Hyde County.  If no candidate meets this criteria, preference can be given to a graduate of any Hyde County high school.

LuAnne Lanier Scholarship – This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman with a minimum 3.0 GPA in high school, demonstrated financial need,  and demonstrated involvement and commitment to school, civic and church activities and other community involvement.  Recipients in alternating years will be graduates of either Lee County or Edgecombe County high schools.

Donald Y. Leggett Alumni Association Scholarship - This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman with a projected GPA of 3.0.

Howard J. McGinnis Memorial Scholarship - This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman with a projected GPA of 3.0 with preference given to qualified students from Edgecombe County.

Beulah Little Mason Awards Scholarship - This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman with a minimum high school GPA of 2.8 with preference given to qualified students who attended Bath Elementary School and are graduates of Northside High School.  If no qualified student meets this requirement the scholarship may be awarded to any student that resides in Beaufort County.  This scholarship may be renewable based on maintenance of GPA standards as set forth in the endowment.

Robert A. and Lina W. Mays Alumni Honors Scholarship - This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman with a projected GPA of 3.0, evidence of involvement in extracurricular activities and leadership potential.

Merit-Based Academic Scholarship - This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman with a projected GPA of 3.0, evidence of involvement in extracurricular activities and leadership potential.

Omelia Monroe Memorial Scholarship - This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman with a projected GPA of 3.0.

Henry C. and Frances P. Oglesby Scholarship – This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman from eastern North Carolina with a projected GPA of 3.0, a demonstrated desire for a college education and demonstrated financial need.  Handicapped students shall receive priority.

Patient Circle of the International Order of the King’s Daughters and Sons Scholarship Fund – This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman with a projected GPA of 3.0 and demonstrated financial need.

Treva P. Pendleton Scholarship - This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman with a projected GPA of 3.0 with preference given to qualified students from Pasquotank County.  Second preference is given to qualified students from the Albemarle Sound area of northeastern North Carolina which includes Elizabeth City, Camden County, Currituck County, Hertford, Edenton, Gates County, Windsor, Murfreesboro, Halifax County, Martin County, Plymouth and Columbia.

Preservation Homes Construction Management Scholarship – This scholarship is awarded to a graduate of a high school in Johnston, Harnett, Wilson or Nash counties with a projected GPA of 3.0 and demonstrated financial need.  Student must have experience or exposure to construction or homebuilding.

E. Gene and Linda G. Pleasants Scholarship - This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman with a projected GPA of 3.0.

H. E. “Gene” Rayfield, Jr. Merit Scholarship - This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman with a projected GPA of 3.0.

Beulah L. Raynor Scholarship - This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman with a projected GPA of 3.0 and is a resident of North Carolina.

Gillie S. and Riddick Revelle Scholarship - This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman with a projected GPA of 3.0.

John Reynolds Scholarship Fund - This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman with a projected GPA of 3.0.

Betty Brown Ridan Scholarship Fund - This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman with a projected GPA of 3.0, evidence of involvement in extracurricular activities and leadership potential.

Baxter R. Ridenhour Scholarship Fund - This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman from Durham and/or Orange counties and graduated from a high school in those counties with a projected GPA of 3.0, a demonstrated desire for a college education and demonstrated financial need.  Handicapped students shall receive priority

Strickland Family Memorial Scholarship - This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman with a projected GPA of 3.0.

Triad Alumni Scholarship - This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman with a projected GPA of 3.0 with first preference given to a graduate of a high school in Alamance or Guilford counties.

Tidewater, Virginia Alumni Chapter Scholarship Fund - This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman with a projected GPA of 3.0. Preference is given to students from the Tidewater, VA area.

Wake County Fellows Scholarship - This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman with a projected GPA of 3.0.  Preference is given to students from Wake County.

Tobie and Emily Wallace Scholarship - This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman with a projected GPA of 3.0.

Washington/Metro Alumni Chapter Scholarship - This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman with a projected GPA of 3.0.  Preference is given to students from the Washington//Metro area.

Sylvia Weeks Winchester Alumni Honors Scholarship - This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman with a minimum math/verbal SAT score of 1000, evidence of involvement in extracurricular activities and leadership potential.

Robert Thomas Family Scholarship - This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman with a projected GPA of 3.0.

Charles Blanchard Merit Scholarship - This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman with a projected GPA of 3.0. 

Scholarships Available Transfer Student Only (Awarded by Enrollment Services - Office of University Scholarship Committee) 

Eugene G. Anderson Family Transfer Scholarship – This scholarship will be awarded to an undergraduate transfer student with a minimum GPA of 2.8, 24 semester hours of transferable credit, and who is a North Carolina resident.

The Gravely Foundation Admissions Scholarship (COE and CHE have ones with same name) – This scholarship will be awarded to an incoming transfer student with a minimum GPA of 3.5 and 54 hours of transferrable credit.

Charles Marion Vincent and Sandra Dough Vincent Scholarship - This scholarship is awarded to an incoming transfer student from Pitt Community College with a minimum 3.5 GPA, evidence of involvement in extracurricular activities and demonstrated leadership potential.

Scholarships Available to Incoming Freshman or Current Students Only (Awarded by Enrollment Services - Office of Financial Aid) 

UNC Campus Scholarship for Native Americans Scholarship – This scholarship is available to both incoming freshmen and currently enrolled students who are residents of North Carolina with demonstrated financial need and have been admitted to East Carolina (incoming student) or a minimum GPA of 2.5 (current student).  Students must have a tribal affiliation card.  Interest forms are available by contacting Jeremy Jordan in the Office of Student Financial Aid (jordanj@ecu.edu).

Scholarships Available to Current Students Only (Awarded by the Faculty Committee on Student Scholarships, Fellowships and Financial Aid)

Lilley Tucker Probey Scholarship – This scholarship is awarded to a deserving student with sophomore standing with a minimum 3.0 GPA, demonstrated financial need, and evidence of good citizenship.

Andrews Scholarship – This scholarship is to be awarded to a female student with record of service and a minimum GPA of 3.0.

 Eastern NC Foundation Scholarship – This scholarship is awarded to a deserving student from eastern North Carolina with demonstrated financial need and a minimum GPA of 3.0.

 Chevrolet Scholarship – This scholarship is awarded to a deserving student with demonstrated financial need and a minimum GPA of 3.0.

 Lillian Jenkins Scholarship – This scholarship is awarded to a student with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and demonstrated financial need.

Scholarships for Incoming Freshmen, Current Students and University Employees (Awarded by the ECU Staff Senate Scholarship Selection Committee)

Children of SPA Employees Scholarship – This scholarship can be awarded to either an incoming freshman or a current student.  Must be the child (including step-children and adopted children) of a currently employed SPA employee (includes CSS employees).  Student must be pursuing their first undergraduate degree with a minimum projected GPA of 3.0 for incoming freshman or an actual GPA for current students.  Student must have demonstrated leadership potential, community involvement and extracurricular activities.  (Opening of annual application process is announced to all staff each year).

Gail Jordan Memorial Scholarship – This scholarship is established to assist full-time, non-teaching employees of the University who are taking either undergraduate or graduate level courses at East Carolina.

Scholarships for Incoming Freshmen, Current Students and Graduate Students (Awarded by the ECU Retired Faculty Association Scholarship Committee)

ECURFA Undergraduate Scholarship – This scholarship will be awarded to children of ECU faculty (active or retired) who are either incoming freshmen or currently enrolled students.  Award will be based on projected or actual collegiate AGPA of at least 3.0, evidence of extracurricular activities, and leadership potential.

ECURFA Graduate Fellowship – This fellowship is for students that have been admitted or who are currently enrolled full time in a Graduate Degree program.  Must have projected or actual GPA of at least 3.5.

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College of Allied Health Sciences

The College of Allied Health Sciences has a variety of excellent scholarship and award opportunities for students enrolled in our programs. All full time undergraduate and graduate students are encouraged to look at the descriptions and apply for any and all scholarships that they qualify for. Standard practice is that scholarship applications are due during spring semester (e.g., February), with announcements of awards being made in March in time for Financial Aid to process awards for the following academic year.  Scholarship amounts and the number of awards made are subject to change annually based on current economic conditions.

All applications must be completed using an application form that is distributed to current students each January/February. Applicants must follow the guidelines on the form. The student is responsible for completing the application, obtaining all supporting documentation (transcripts, reference letters, support letters). Please read the application criteria for each scholarship carefully to ensure that you have the appropriate qualifications before you apply, and ensure that you obtain the appropriate documentation required for each specific award. Note: Each award requires specific documentation, some of which may not be included on the general application form.  More information on the scholarships and application processes can be found by visiting www.ecu.edu/cs-dhs/ah/scholarship.cfm.  Questions should be directed to 252.744.6010.

SCHOLARSHIPS OPEN TO ALL STUDENTS IN THE COLLEGE OF ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES

College of Allied Health Sciences Patriot Scholarship - Awarded to undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in any department of the College of Allied Health Sciences. The applicant must be a military member or veteran, or the spouse or child of a military member or veteran of the Armed Forces of the United States The award will be based on academic strength, leadership capability and the potential to contribute to a profession in the field of allied health sciences. 

Operation Re-entry North Carolina Research Fellowship – Students shall be awarded based on an evaluation of academic records, recommendations, experiences and other relevant criteria.  To qualify, a student must be a PhD student enrolled in ECU in good academic standing.  Financial support may include, but is not limited to, salary funding.

Berbecker Foundation Fellowship in Health Sciences - Awarded to a graduate student who has been accepted for admission or who is enrolled full-time in the ECU College of Allied Health Sciences. Criteria include a minimum 3.0 GPA as well as a demonstrated commitment to health sciences and a career in an allied health sciences field. 

Gravely Foundation Scholarship  in Allied Health Sciences – Awarded to a junior, senior or graduate student who has been accepted for admission or who is currently enrolled full-time in the College of Allied Health Sciences at East Carolina University.  The selection will be made based on academic excellence, financial need or qualities of good citizenship and dedication to their profession.

ECU Medical & Health Sciences Foundation Board Scholarship - Awarded to full time junior, senior and graduate students enrolled in the College of Allied Health Sciences, it honors recipients in good academic standing who have contributed significantly to the community. The award will be based on demonstrated financial need, and first preference will be given to a student from eastern North Carolina.

ECU Medical & Health Sciences Foundation Scholarship – Awarded to provide financial support based on academic merit.  CON, BSOM, CAHS and SODM will receive equal amounts yearly.

Pitt County Memorial Hospital Volunteer Auxiliary College of Allied Health Sciences Scholarship - Awarded to an undergraduate or graduate student currently enrolled full-time in the College of Allied Health Sciences at East Carolina University. The award is based on academic merit and a history of volunteer service in health care. Candidates with the most extensive history of volunteer work in health care will be given priority. Candidates must also exhibit an interest in a career in a health care setting following graduation.  

College of Allied Health Sciences Alliance for Excellence Scholarship – Awarded to provide financial support to students enrolled in the College of Allied Health Sciences based on academic ability, academic major, and other criteria determined appropriate by the CAHS Honors and Awards Committee.

SGM Herman J. Kennedy Memorial Scholarship – Awarded to undergraduate and graduate students in the College of Allied Health Sciences that meet the following criteria:  Student must be an active, reserve or retired member of the U.S. Armed Forces, or the spouse or child of an active, reserve or retired member of the U.S. Armed Forces; OR a current CAHS student in the ROTC program. Student must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.75. 

CAHS Addictions and Rehabilitation Studies Scholarships

Jennifer Elizabeth "Beth" Lambeth Memorial Scholarship in Addictions and Rehabilitation Studies - Awarded to a deserving student in the Department of Addictions and Rehabilitation Studies based on meeting the qualification and selection criteria, student nomination, and faculty approval.  Qualification Criteria:  The student must have completed one semester as a full-time graduate student in the Department of Addictions and Rehabilitation Studies and be enrolled as a full-time student at the time of consideration. The student must be a resident of North Carolina.   

Selection Criteria:  Leadership, scholarship, exemplary character, demonstrated enthusiasm for the rehabilitation profession, dedication to helping people, involvement and service to rehabilitation organizations.

Louise O. Burevitch Scholarship in Addictions and Rehabilitation Studies - Awarded to a student or students enrolled in the Department of Addictions and Rehabilitation Studies in the College of Allied Health Sciences at ECU who meet the following criteria: Demonstrated commitment to the addictions and rehabilitation studies program, demonstrated desire to pursue a career in addictions and rehabilitation studies in eastern North Carolina. 

CAHS Clinical Laboratory Science Scholarships

W. James & Susan T. Smith Student Scholarship – Awarded to a senior CLS major who will be entering clinical rotations the subsequent fall semester.  The award is based on financial need, academic merit, and the potential to contribute to the profession.

Stas and Brenda Humienny Scholarship – Awarded toa student enrolled in the Department of Clinical Laboratory Science.  The award is based on academic merit. 

W. Richard Bamberg Memorial Scholarship in Clinical Laboratory Science – Awardedto a student enrolled in the Department of Clinical Laboratory Science at ECU.  The recipient will be selected based on academic performance, financial need and demonstrated leadership qualities/experience, in that order.  The scholarship is to be awarded in the spring for the summer session.

CAHS Communication Sciences and Disorders Scholarships

Tanya Johnson McDowell & Riley Floyd Scholarship in Speech Pathology – Awarded to a graduate student who is pursuing a master's degree in the clinical practice of speech-language pathology at ECU. The recipient will meet certain criteria to include:  financial need, GPA, a recommendation from a member of the faculty, and a demonstrated excellence in speech-language pathology during a faculty interview. The faculty interview will be scheduled and conducted following the student's application.

Meta Downes Scholarship - Awarded to a graduate of the ECU communication sciences and disorders undergraduate program who is enrolled in the ECU on-campus graduate (MS) program for speech-language pathology. The scholarship is awarded to a full-time student and is based on financial need, merit (academic & service), or both. 

James & Carol White Speech Pathology Scholarship for Graduate Students - Awarded to one (or more) full-time ECU graduate student(s) in speech pathology. Qualifications include: US Citizenship, resident of the state of Maryland, uses the SpeechEasy, or is in the process of getting a SpeechEasy, a GPA of 3.2 or greater, and a demonstrated commitment to a career in speech-language pathology with an interest in stuttering. If there are no applicants who meet all of these criteria, the scholarship will be awarded to the student who closest meets these criteria, with the primary factor being an interest in stuttering.

Lina Edwards Wheeler Memorial Fellowship in Speech-Language Pathology – Awarded to assist deserving second-year students pursuing a master's degree in communication sciences and disorders who demonstrate leadership capacity and commitment to public service.  Students must –have a minimum of 3.5 GPA (with no grade less than a "B" for the previous year), and must submit a letter of recommendation from a member of the faculty of the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders. 

ECU Chapter of the National Student Speech Language Hearing Association Scholarship - Awarded to undergraduate (junior, senior) and graduate students who are members of the ECU Chapter of the National Student Speech-Language-Hearing Association (NSSLHA).  Criteria:  full-time NSSLHA member, leadership position in local or national NSSLHA organizations (officer, committee chair), reference letters, and academic good standing (not on probation or been in remediation). 

Robert and Mary Muzzarelli Scholarship - This award honors a second-year ECU CSDI student who has exemplified service activity to benefit the profession and the community. The student must also maintain good academic standing and show demonstrated leadership qualities and potential.  It is a component of the NSSLHA award; therefore all applicants must also meet the requirements for the NSSLHA award

Barbara Bremer Award for Recognition of Clinical Effectiveness – Awarded to encourage ECU graduate students in CSDI to assume their clinical responsibility for making a recognizable difference in the lives of their clients through the intervention process. This award honors a student who has made a difference in the life of at least one client because of knowledge, understanding, encouragement, and enthusiasm that the student has incorporated into the therapist-client relationship.  Anyone may nominate a CSDI graduate student who has completed one semester of graduate clinical work by the award submission date. In addition to the standard scholarship application packet, the applicant for this award must write a maximum 2-page essay that includes:  How s/he has made a difference in the life of a specific client; a brief summary of the clinical intervention process written by the student and signed by the student and clinical supervisor (on-or off-campus); plus, a supportive statement(s) from the client/family, written permission from the client/family to discuss the client's clinical information (i.e., assessment, intervention plan, and treatment), written permission to allow the student to be recognized for clinical effectiveness based on the client's treatment; and a supportive statement from the clinical supervisor and any statements of support from other interested parties.

CSDI Clinical Scholars Program - Full-time CSDI students enrolled in the MS program are eligible for appointment as Division of Research and Graduate Studies (DGRS) – College of Allied Health Sciences (CAHS) clinical scholars.  These prestigious awards provide financial support through an annual stipend and tuition remission for up to two years. Recognizing that informed clinicians are ongoing consumers of the latest research findings in their field, DGRS-CAHS clinical scholars gain research experience beyond the typical MS degree and NC/ASHA licensure requirements.  In addition to completing coursework and clinical requirements, Clinical scholars work on research projects mentored by CSDI faculty. The expected outcome of this research experience is a master's thesis. Scholars are selected based on high academic achievement (top ⅓ of entering class) and promise in scholarship and research.  The DRGS-CAHS clinical scholar awards are provided annually and can be renewed for a 2^nd year based on academic progress. Recipients are not permitted to hold other jobs within or outside of the university. The DGRS under the leadership the Dean of the Graduate School, the Vice Chancellor for Research and Graduate Studies, and the Dean of CAHS fund the clinical scholars program. 

CAHS Health Services and Information Management Scholarships

Peggy H. Wood Scholarship - Awarded annually to a deserving first-year HIMA student with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA and who demonstrates a commitment to the health information management profession. 

Louise O. Burevitch Scholarship in Health Services Management – Awarded to provide financial support to a student or students enrolled in the Department of Health Services and Information Management who meet the following criteria:  demonstrated commitment to the health services management program, and a demonstrated desire to pursue a career in Health Services Management in eastern North Carolina.

HealthPort Scholarship in Health Information Management – Awarded to assist deserving students majoring in health information management, who meet the merit-based criteria deemed appropriate by the CAHS Scholarship Committee.  

CAHS Occupational Therapy Scholarships

Jessica King Memorial Scholarship in Occupational Therapy – Awarded to provide support for students enrolled in the Department of Occupational Therapy at East Carolina and who are pursuing occupational therapy careers in gerontology.

Louise O. Burevitch Scholarship in Occupational Therapy – Awarded to provide financial support to a student or students enrolled in the Department of Occupational Therapy in the College of Allied Health Sciences at ECU who meet the following criteria:  demonstrated commitment to the study of and to a career in occupational therapy, and demonstrated commitment to assist in the research in older adult driving.

Freedom Scholarship in Occupational Therapy - Awarded to provide scholarship support to a student enrolled in the ECU CAHS Department of Occupational Therapy who is a military member or veteran or the spouse or child of a military member or veteran of the Armed Forces of the United States.  Eligibility may also be extended to include a student who is working with the Wounded Warrior Battalion in clinical research on traumatic brain injury with military members.  Scholarships will be awarded to students based on academic strength, demonstrated financial need, leadership capability and the potential to contribute to the profession of occupational therapy.

Ruby Grimes Memorial Scholarship in Occupational Therapy – Awarded to provide scholarship support to a student enrolled in the ECU CAHS Department of Occupational Therapy.  The scholarship will be awarded based on the following criteria:  must be pursuing a degree in the Department of Occupational Therapy, must be in good academic standing, and must show demonstrated leadership qualities and potential, and any other criteria determined appropriate by the College of Allied Health Scholarship Selection Committee in accordance with its established policies and procedures, which may be modified from time to time. 

CAHS Physician Assistant Studies Scholarships

Bunting Scholarship - Awarded to students in the physician assistant studies program and is based on financial need.  

Louise O. Burevitch Scholarship in Physician Assistant Studies – Awarded to provide financial support to a student or students enrolled in the Department of Physician Assistant Studies in the College of Allied Health Sciences at ECU who meet the following criteria:  demonstrated commitment to the physician assistant studies program, and a demonstrated desire to pursue a career as a physician assistant in eastern North Carolina. 

CAHS Physical Therapy Scholarships

Maydell Turner Edwards Scholarship – Eligible applicants are 2nd year DPT students with the awards granted for the fall of the 3rd year of the DPT curriculum.  Criteria:  provide community/social service, expressed interest in geriatric practice, and written narrative response to three questions listed within the application.

Lyllian Pearl Eason Scholarship - Eligible applicants are 2nd year DPT students with the awards granted for the fall of the 3rd year of the DPT curriculum.  Criteria:  provide community/social service, expressed interest in geriatric practice, and written narrative response to three questions listed within the application.

George Hamilton Scholarship in Physical Therapy - Eligible applicants are 2nd year DPT students with the awards granted for the fall of the 3rd year of the DPT curriculum.  A current grade point average of at least 3.5 in the DPT coursework is required.  Criteria:  performance in the DPT curriculum, demonstrated commitment to the study of and a career in physical therapy, and written narratives in response to two questions provided in the application.

Catherine Virginia McCulley Memorial Scholarship in Physical Therapy - Eligible applicants are 2nd year DPT students with the awards granted for the fall of the 3rd year of the DPT curriculum.   Criteria:  minimum of a 3.5 graduate GPA, demonstrated commitment to the study of and a career in physical therapy, and written narratives in response to the questions provided in the application.

Dale A. Huggins Scholarship – Eligible applicants are 2nd year DPT students with the awards granted for the fall of the 3rd year of the DPT curriculum.   The scholarship will be awarded to the student that best fulfills the following criteria:  originates from eastern North Carolina with secondary preferences given to a student who originates from North Carolina in general; demonstrates financial need; and plans to serve as a physical therapist or in a physical therapy-related position in eastern North Carolina.

James and Sonya Bowen Scholarship – Awarded to a student in the program that meets the following criteria:

• Minimum of a 3.5 GPA,  applicants must submit a letter of recommendation from a member of the faculty of the Department of Physical Therapy, and any other criteria deemed appropriate by the Department of Physical Therapy.

Blaise Michael Youngs Scholarship – Awarded based on academic merit and financial need and may be given to a full-time or part-time student. 

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College of Business

The following scholarships are available through the College of Business.  Actual scholarship amounts may change, depending on investment results realized by the ECU Foundation. The College of Business does not guarantee that all of these scholarships will be awarded.  

The on-line application process is available each year during the month of February through the College of Business.  For more information and to apply please visit the College of Business’ web page.  Questions can also be directed to the College at 252.328.6377.

Undergraduate Scholarships:

Vantage South Bank Access Scholarship – Award is based on demonstrated financial need, demonstrated academic potential, NC resident, full time undergraduate, recipient must complete at least 20 hours of volunteer service per year through ECU’s Volunteer & Service Learning Center during term of scholarship, and applicant MUST submit completed FAFSA for 2013-2014 by 3/1/13 in order to be considered for this scholarship.

The Benton Family Access Scholarship – Award is based on demonstrated financial need, demonstrated academic potential, NC resident, full time undergraduate, recipient must complete at least 20 hours of volunteer service per year through ECU’s Volunteer & Service Learning Center during term of scholarship, and applicant MUST submit completed FAFSA for 2013-2014 by 3/1/13 in order to be considered for this scholarship.

The Copeland Family Access Scholarship – Award is based on demonstrated financial need, demonstrated academic potential, NC resident, full time undergraduate, recipient must complete at least 20 hours of volunteer service per year through ECU’s Volunteer & Service Learning Center during term of scholarship, and applicant MUST submit completed FAFSA for 2013-2014 by 3/1/13 in order to be considered for this scholarship.

David & Pamela Bond Access Scholarship - Award is based on demonstrated financial need, demonstrated academic potential, NC resident, full time undergraduate.  Recipient must complete at least 20 hours of volunteer service per year through ECU’s Volunteer & Service Learning Center during term of scholarship, and applicant MUST submit completed FAFSA fir 2013-2014 by 3/1/13 in order to be considered for this scholarship.

The Howard and Virginia Brown Community Award – Award is for a full-time, undergraduate student based on academic merit, demonstrated financial need, and demonstrated involvement in the community (campus or otherwise).

The Eakins Scholarship – Award is for an undergraduate, declared MIS or Finance Major, and demonstrated financial need.

The Gourley Scholarship (in-state tuition scholarship) – Award is for a full-time, undergraduate student with career interest in mortgage banking, real estate, relationship lending, or related fields.  Must have demonstrated breadth of abilities and interests and demonstrated an ability to successfully manage multiple activities, including school.  Student must have demonstrated analytical ability, yet be able to think and act entrepreneurially.

The F. Jay Haskin Family Scholarship – Award is for a full-time, undergraduate with academic merit (GPA 3.3 or higher).

The W. Kel Normann Business Scholarship - Award is for full-time, undergraduate, with academic merit and financial need.

The Tom Savitski Scholarship – Award is for full-time, undergraduate student with demonstrated financial need and current or previous military service

The Richard and Jane Worsley Accounting Scholarship – Award is for undergraduate student with an Accounting major, with financial need, and GPA 3.3 or higher.

Danny R. Scott Scholarship – Award is for a full-time, undergraduate student that contributes to the Educational Diversity of the College of Business and exhibits academic merit, financial need, and demonstrated commitment to the study of and a career in business.

Archie R. Burnette Scholarship – Award is for full-time, undergraduate student with a Finance major.  Based on academic merit and demonstrated good citizenship.

The Frank and Rene Floyd Scholarship – Award is for a full-time, undergraduate student with academic merit and demonstrated financial need.

The Margery W. and R. Roy Pearce Scholarship – Award is for full-time, undergraduate student with a minimum 3.0 GPA, excellent verbal & communication skills, demonstrated financial need that is a US citizen.

Kevin & Lori Coates Shannon Scholarship in Business – Award is for full-time, undergraduate student with a minimum 3.0 GPA and demonstrated commitment to the study of and a career in business.

Grady & Martha Davis Scholarship – Award is for a full-time, undergraduate student (rising senior) with a Management major, a concentration in Small Business & Entrepreneurship and a minimum 3.0 GPA.

Donald L. & Barbara Hatch Scholarship in Marketing – Award is for a full-time, undergraduate student (junior or senior) Marketing major with academic merit and that is well-rounded (involved in university and community activities).

The Jack Welland and Mary Kathryn Thornton Scholarship – Award is for full-time, undergraduate student with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and a demonstrated commitment to study of and career in business. Preference given to a member of Phi Sigma Pi Honor Fraternity.

Hal S. Johnson Scholarship for Business – Award is for a full-time, undergraduate student with a Finance major.  Based on academic merit and demonstrated commitment to the study of and a career in business with an emphasis on Finance.

Raymond & Martha Jones/AMA Scholarship – Award is for a full-time, undergraduate student with a Marketing major that is a member of AMA.  Based on academic merit and community service/university involvement.  Financial need may also be considered.

William F. West Memorial Scholarship – Award is for a full-time, undergraduate student with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and demonstrated commitment to study of and career in business.

Benjamin Lane Abbott Scholarship – Award is for a full-time, undergraduate student with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and demonstrated commitment to study of and career in business.

Mandy Kelly Beta Alpha Psi Scholarship - Award is for a full-time, undergraduate student with an Accounting major.  Based on academic merit, membership in Beta Alpha Psi and a demonstrated commitment to study of and career in accounting.

Scott Jack Benrube Entrepreneurial & Mentorship Scholarship – Award is for a full-time, undergraduate student with academic merit.  Preference for Small Business & Entrepreneurship Concentration and a student who has served as a mentor in some capacity.

Connally Branch Scholarship  - Award is for a full-time, undergraduate student with a Finance major.  Based on academic merit and a demonstrated commitment to the study of and a career in real estate.  If more than one student is eligible, preference is given to a student who is active in a student athletic organization, including varsity or intramural sports

Michael L. Bunting Business Scholarship – Award is for full-time, undergraduate student enrolled in the ECU College of Business with academic merit and a demonstrated commitment to the study of and a career in business.

The George Coffman Scholarship – Award is for an undergraduate student with a Marketing major.  Based on academic achievement and financial need (this is the PRIMARY consideration).

Commerce Club Scholarship – Award is for a full-time undergraduate (junior standing) and based on academic merit.

Edward Jones Scholarship in Memory of Landon Blackley – Award is for a full-time, undergraduate student with a Finance major.  Based on academic achievement and being a well-rounded student.

The Corinne Manning Heath Scholarship – Award is for full-time, undergraduate student that is a North Carolina resident with a minimum 3.0 GPA.

Hickman Family Scholarship – Award is for a full-time undergraduate student (sophomore or junior) with demonstrated financial need, a permanent residence east of Interstate 95 and a GPA > 3.0.

Independent Insurance Agents of NC Scholarship – Award is for full-time, undergraduate student with a Finance major that is a NC resident.  Based on academic merit and an interest in a career in Insurance.

Emma Morris Scholarship – Award is for a non-traditional, female student (either > 25 years old or single mother < 25 years old) with a Management major.  Must have demonstrated financial need and preference is given to a member of SAM.

James W & Anne H. Nordan Scholarship – Award is for a full-time, undergraduate student with demonstrated financial need and academic Merit.

Michael & Rose O’Hara Scholarship – Award is for an online undergraduate taking at least 6 credit hours per semester.  Must have completed at least 18 hours of coursework at ECU and have a cumulative GPA of 3.5.  At the time of award, have at least two semesters of coursework remaining before expected graduation.

Michael & Rose O’Hara Scholarship – Award is for an online undergraduate taking at least 6 credit hours per semester.  Must have completed at least 18 hours of coursework at ECU and have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 and demonstrated financial need.  At the time of award, have at least two semesters of coursework remaining before expected graduation.

Latney W. Pittard Memorial Scholarship – Award is for a student with an Accounting major that is a resident of eastern NC (east of Interstate 95) or any county west of Interstate 95 where Pittard Perry and Crone maintains an office.  Based on academic merit.

Margaret C. Phthisic Memorial Scholarship - Award is for a full-time, undergraduate student with financial need, academic merit and demonstrated good citizenship.

PNC Bank Scholarship – Award is for an undergraduate student enrolled full-time in the ECU College of Business with high academic achievement and is a well-rounded student who takes an active role in campus and university activities.

The Rhodes Scholarship – Award is for a full-time, undergraduate student with academic merit.

William H. and Lisa D. Shreve Scholarship – Award is for a full-time, undergraduate student that exhibits leadership qualities, financial need.  Should be a US citizen with well-established ties to eastern NC and have a demonstrated commitment to the study of and a career in business.

Student Accounting Society Scholarship – Award is for an undergraduate (senior standing) Accounting major who has completed a minimum of 15 hours of accounting classes, exhibits academic merit and is a current member of the Student Accounting Society (must have been a member for a least one preceding semester).

The Viaticus Scholarship – Award is for a full-time, undergraduate student with academic merit.

MIS Scholarship – Award is for a full-time, undergraduate student with an MIS major and academic merit.

Frank Booth Memorial Scholarship – Award is for a full-time, (third year or later) undergraduate student with an Accounting major that is a NC resident.  Must have academic merit and financial need.

Gwen Potter Scholarship – Award is for full-time, undergraduate student with academic merit and financial need.

J. Fred Hamblen Scholarship – Award is for an undergraduate student with academic merit.  Must have made an “A” in FINA 2244

Elsie L. & Silas D. Abernathy Scholarship – Award is for a full-time, undergraduate student with academic merit and demonstrated commitment to the study of and a career in business.

James L. and Ann T. Bichsel Scholarship – Award is for a full-time, undergraduate student with a Finance major that is a NC resident.  Must have academic merit and an interest in real estate.

Pitt-Greenville Board of Realtors Scholarship – Award is for an undergraduate student with a Finance major.  Based on academic merit and financial need.  Must be active in campus and university activities and demonstrate an interest in a career in real estate.

UBE Business Scholarship – Award is for a full-time, undergraduate student with academic merit and demonstrated commitment to the study of and a career in business.

The Conley Marketing Scholarship – Award is for a full-time, undergraduate student with a Marketing major, demonstrated financial need and academic merit.

Associated Brokers Scholarship - Award is for a full-time, undergraduate student with Finance major, academic merit, and interest in real estate and financial need.

Credit Professionals International Scholarship – Award is for a full-time, undergraduate student that is a permanent Pitt County resident and that graduated from a Pitt County public or private high school.

First American Savings Bank Scholarship – Award is for a full-time, undergraduate student with academic merit and demonstrated commitment to the study of and a career in business.

Institute of Management Accountants – Award is for an Accounting major that has completed at least 12 semester hours of accounting courses.  Based on academic merit and a strong interest in management accounting.  Must have more than one semester remaining.

Undergraduate and/or Graduate Scholarships 
The following scholarships are administered through the College of Business’ on-line departmental scholarship process.  For more information and to apply please visit the College of Business’ webpage at http://www.ecu.edu/cs-bus/scholarships.cfm.

Coastal Plains Chapter of the NCACPA Scholarship – Award is for a full-time student in the MSA program that is an Accounting major with academic merit.

Commerce Club Book Scholarships – Award is for an undergraduate or graduate student with academic merit.  Need can be a factor.

Ernst & Young Accounting Scholarship – Award is for an Accounting major based on academic merit and is a full-time student in the MSA program.

McGladrey & Pullen Accounting Scholarship – Award is for a full-time student in the MSA program that is an Accounting major and exhibits academic merit.

NC Board of Examiners Accounting Scholarship – Award is for a full-time student in the MSA program who will complete classes and sit for the CPA exam by December 2013 with an Accounting major and with demonstrated financial need.

NC Board of Examiners Exam Coupon  - Award is for a full-time student in the MSA program who will complete classes and sit for the CPA exam by December 2013 with an Accounting major and with demonstrated financial need.

NCACPA Scholarships – Award is for full-time student in the MSA program with academic merit.

MSA Tax Scholarship – Award is for a student enrolled full-time in the MSA program pursuing a concentration in Tax.  Based on academic merit and interest in a career in public accounting.

Accounting Faculty Scholarship – Award for a graduating BSBA student with a concentration in Accounting who plans to enter ECU’s MSA program during the following academic year.  Based on academic merit, service to the university, and an interest in a career in public accounting.

The Copeland Family Accounting Scholarship – Award is for full-time, undergraduate or graduate student with an Accounting Major or in the MSA program.  Based on academic merit.  Student must be an NC resident in a county east of Interstate 95.

James E. & Deborah L. Hooper Scholarship – Award is for a full-time, undergraduate student with an  Accounting major or MSA student with at least 2 semesters of coursework remaining before graduation & plans to sit for CPA exam.  Based on academic ability, good academic standing and demonstrated financial need.  Must be NC resident and US citizen.

McGladrey & Pullen Alumni Scholarship – Award is for full-time, undergraduate accounting student or student in MSA program that is an Accounting major with academic merit.

Audrey J. Smith Scholarship – Award is for a student enrolled full-time in the ECU College of Business with a least two semesters of coursework remaining before expected graduation.  May be an undergraduate or graduate student.  Should have financial need.  GPA is not a primary consideration. The recipient will exhibit a drive and determination to excel in spite of circumstances which would hinder an ordinary student.

Gary Warren Scholarship in Business - Award is for a student enrolled full-time in the ECU College of Business.  May be an undergraduate or graduate student.  Must have academic merit and demonstrated commitment to the study of and a career in business.

Andrew J. Pappas Memorial Scholarship – Award is for a full-time, undergraduate or graduate student with a least two semesters of coursework remaining before expected graduation.  Must have financial need.  GPA is not a primary consideration. The recipient will exhibit a drive and determination to excel in spite of circumstances which would hinder an ordinary student.

Elizabeth A. & Kenneth A. Schneider Accounting Scholarship – Award is for a graduate or undergraduate student in the BSBA accounting, BSA/MSA, or MSA program with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.  Preference given to US citizen.  Any of the following criteria can be given consideration in the selection of recipient: financial need, demonstrated commitment to academic achievement, involvement in extracurricular activities at ECU, or a veteran or member of the US Armed Forces.

Judi Marvel Scholarship – Award is for graduate or undergraduate student in the ECU College of Business.  At the time of the award, student must have at least two semesters of coursework remaining before expected graduation.  Based on a demonstrated need for financial assistance, being a mother with one or more natural or adopted children and having a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or more.

Anna Francis & Philip A. Jukoski Memorial Scholarship – Award is for a full-time, undergraduate or graduate student enrolled full-time in the ECU College of Business.  Based on academic merit and a demonstrated commitment to the study of and a career in business.

Umesh & Usha Gulati Scholarship for International Understanding – Award is for a full-time, undergraduate or graduate student with a minimum GPA 3.0 that is participating in an ECU study abroad exchange lasting at least one semester. Attendance must be in university classes in a non-traditional country (i.e. South Asia, Africa, Latin America). The scholarship may not be used for students studying in European countries.

Bruce and Amanda Austin Scholarship for Business and Medicine – Award is for student enrolled full-time in the MD/MBA program in the ECU College of Business and based on academic merit. 

Graduate Scholarships:
The following scholarships are available through the College of Business Graduate Programs. For more information and to apply, please visit the College of Business’ Graduate Programs’ (Financial Assistance) web page at http://www.ecu.edu/cs-bus/gradfinasst.cfm. Questions can be directed to Graduate Programs at 252.328.6950.

Gold Graduate Scholarship – Award is based on merit and is awarded prior to students beginning their MBA or MSA program and is distributed for three semesters for on-campus students or four semesters for online students. A student is only eligible to apply for this scholarship at the beginning of his/her program. High GMAT scores are the most competitive for this scholarship.

Purple Graduate Scholarship – Award is based on financial need and is awarded each semester to full-time, part-time, online, on campus, new, or current students. Part-time students must be registered for at least 6 hours in their program to be eligible. The award is for one semester.

Pirate Graduate Scholarship – Award is based on academic performance and community stewardship. Current MBA and MSA students at ECU with a 4.00 GPA and 15 hours of completed graduate work in their program are eligible to apply for this scholarship. Full-time, part-time, on campus, and online students are eligible.

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College of Education

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College of Fine Arts and Communication

Phone: 252-328-1282

School of Communication Scholarship is valued at 1,000 and is awarded to an undergraduate or graduate communication major.

CommCrew Freshmen Scholarship is valued at 1,000 and is awarded to an incoming freshmen admitted to the School of Communication with a minimum 3.0 high school GPA.

David B. Martin Memorial Scholarship Fund is valued at 1,000 and is awarded to undergraduate students with concentrations in  journalism and media production.

Lester C. & Alta M. Rees Memorial Scholarship Endowment Fund is valued at 1,000 and is awarded to an out of state student with a concentration in  journalism and media production who was ranked in the top 10% of their high school graduating class. 

Richard Steven Bean Memorial Scholarship in Communication Arts is valued at 500 and is awarded to a full time undergraduate student with a 2.5 GPA majoring in art with a concentration in Communication Arts.

Art Enthusiasts Scholarship is valued at 300 and is awarded to a full time undergraduate with a 2.5 GPA who is currently majoring in art

University Book Exchange Scholarship is valued at 500 and is awarded to a full time undergraduate  with a 3.0 GPA who is currently majoring in art.

Jenni K. Jewelry Scholarship is awarded to a full time undergraduate student majoring in art with a concentration in Metal Design.

Claire E. Armstrong Graduate Fellowship Scholarship is valued at 600 and is awarded to a full-time graduate with a 3.0 GPA obtaining a Master of Fine Arts.

DeElla Wade Willis Scholarship is valued at 500 and is awarded to full-time undergraduate student with a 3.0 GPA who has either been accepted into or with a concentration in Textile, Fabric, or Weaving Design.

K Eastern Carolina Advertising Scholarship is awarded on a rotation basis between the School of Art and Design, the Department of Marketing, and the School of Communication to a student in an advertising related field.

Gravely Foundation Scholarship is valued at 500 and is awarded to a full-time rising junior, senior, or graduate art student with a 3.0 GPA who has been accepted for admission.

Tran and Marilyn Gordley Scholarship is valued at 600 and is a recruitment scholarship awarded to an accepted student on the basis of artistic talent, minimum or projected 2.5 GPA, and a demonstrated commitment to art.

Wellington B. Gray Memorial Scholarship in Art Education is valued at 500 and is awarded to a full time undergraduate student accepted into Art Education.

Out of State, Special Talent Tuition Waivers  is valued at 475 per year and is awarded to out of state art students.

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College of Health and Human Performance

Phone: 252-328-4630

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College of Human Ecology

There are a variety of scholarships available through the College of Human Ecology.  While some of the available scholarships are open to students in any of the units within the college; others are specific to their unit.   Each scholarship opportunity has specific criteria, application materials and important deadlines.  Additional information and links to the application packets can be found at www.ecu.edu/che/scholarships.html .  

Awards are typically made ½ Fall semester and ½ Spring semester and paid directly on the recipient’s student account with the Cashier’s Office.  Award decisions are subject to available funds and not all scholarships may be awarded in a given year depending on current economic conditions.  

GENERAL SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE WITHIN THE COLLEGE OF HUMAN ECOLOGY

There are four scholarship opportunities that are open to students in any of the College of Human Ecology programs. They are listed below.  Selection is made upon the recommendation of the College of Human Ecology Scholarship Committee.  

Bessie McNeil Scholarship– Open to undergraduate students.   Applicants are judged based upon academic merit, financial need, citizenship, leadership and service within the College of Human Ecology, campus, and community.  Must have at least one year remaining in academic program.

University Book Exchange Scholarship - Applicants can be either an undergraduate or graduate student and are judged based upon academic merit (minimum 3.0 GPA) and financial need.  Must have at least one year remaining in academic program.

CHE Faculty Scholarship - Applicant can be either an undergraduate or graduate student.  Must have at least one year remaining in academic program.  Applicants are judged based on academic merit (Freshman must have a cumulative GPA at or above 3.0 & Upper Classman must have a cumulative GPA at or above 3.5), financial need, leadership, and service within the College of Human Ecology, campus, and community. 

Bloxton-Strawn Scholarship – Applicant can be either an undergraduate or graduate student.  Must have at least one year remaining in academic program.  Applicants are judged based on academic merit (cumulative minimum GPA of 3.0), financial need, leadership, and service within the College of Human Ecology, campus, and community.

The College of Human Ecology also has scholarships that are available to students in the specific College of Human Ecology program areas are listed below.  

CHILD DEVELOPMENT AND FAMILY RELATIONS  (selection is made upon the recommendation of the Child Development and Family Relations Scholarship Committee)

Family and Community Services majors
Nancy Darden Scholarship for FCS Majors – Student must be in good standing with the University and demonstrates financial need.  Minimum 3.0 GPA.  Students with a commitment to the field family education will be given priority.

Family and Consumer Sciences majors
Home Economics/Family Consumer Scholarship - Student must be in good standing with University.  Minimum 3.0 GPA.

Congleton Scholarship - Student must be in good standing with University.  Minimum 3.0 GPA.  Students with Junior/Senior standing will be given priority.

Freeman Scholarship - Student must be in good standing with University.  Minimum 3.0 GPA.  Students with North Carolina High School diploma will be given priority.

Tyndall-Owens Scholarship - Student must be in good standing with University.  Minimum 3.0 GPA.  Students with stated interest in and commitment to the development of rural eastern North Carolina and residents of eastern North Carolina will be given priority.  Must be a North Carolina resident.

Westmoreland Myrtle Scholarship -Student must be in good standing with University.  Minimum 3.0 GPA.  Students from Washington and Iredell counties
will be given priority. 

Pruitt Scholarship - Student must be in good standing with University.  Minimum 3.0 GPA.  Students with demonstrated financial need will be given priority. 

Birth through Kindergarten Education majors

Elizabeth Johnson -Student must be in good standing with University.  Minimum 3.0 GPA.  Students with demonstrated financial need will be given priority.

Nancy Darden Scholarship for B-K/CL Majors – Student must be either a birth-kindergarten major or child life major and be in good standing with the University and demonstrate financial need.  Minimum 3.0 GPA.  Students with a commitment to the field of child development will be given priority.

Child Life majors

Kittrell Scholarship - Student must be in good standing with University.  Minimum 3.0 GPA.  Students with demonstrated financial need will be given priority.

Nancy Darden Scholarship for B-K/CL Majors – Student must be either a birth-kindergarten major or child life major and be in good standing with the University and demonstrate financial need.  Minimum 3.0 GPA.  Students with a commitment to the field of child development will be given priority.

Child Development and Family Relations majors

Nash Love Scholarship –Student must be in good standing with the University’s Graduate School.  Minimum 3.0 GPA.  Students strongly committed to work with children and families will be given priority.

Marriage and Family Therapy majors

Ursich Marriage and Family Therapy – Student must be in good standing with the University’s Graduate School.  Minimum 3.0 GPA.  Students with evidence of community service and leadership potential will be given priority.

Medical Family Therapy majors

Marriage and Family Therapy Alumni – Student must be enrolled in the Medical Family Therapy doctoral program and be in good standing with the University’s Graduate School.  Minimum 3.0 GPA.  Students with demonstrated ability to communicate with families from diverse cultures / backgrounds and a commitment to the study of and a career in Medical Family Therapy program will be given priority.

CRIMINAL JUSTICE

David B. and Willa H. Stevens Scholarship – Student must be a full-time undergraduate criminal justice major.  Award will be given based on academic ability, academic major and other criteria determined appropriate by the scholarship committee.

John F. Minges III Scholarship - Selection shall be made on the basis of good citizenship and dedication to the criminal justice profession, financial needs or academic excellence.

HOSPITALITY LEADERSHIP (selection is made upon the recommendation of the Hospitality Leadership Scholarship Committee)

Aramark Scholarship - Recipients must be a full-time undergraduate HMGT major of junior or senior standing.  Criteria is based on Academic Merit (must have a cumulative GPA at or above 3.0) and professional promise as reflected by clarity of professional goals and demonstrated leadership experience.  This scholarship is coordinated with an Aramark Internship on the ECU campus.

Bodenhamer USA Scholarship - This scholarship is awarded to the junior hospitality management student with the highest gradepointaverage and carriesastipend of $2000 over two years.

Donnie E. and Linda Vann Lassiter Scholarship - Recipients must be students pursuing a degree in the Hospitality Management Program and the scholarship will be awarded based on the following criteria:

• First preference will be given to students from Johnston County or eastern North Carolina

• First generation college students will also receive first preference 

• Demonstrated financial need as determined by the Committee

• First preference will be given to students who have worked in the hospitality industry

• At least a 2.5 minimum projected or actual GPA

Diversified Foods, Inc. - Recipients must be full-time undergraduate students enrolled in the Department of Hospitality Management.  Preference is given to students focused on the food service industry.  Criteria are based on academic ability, academic major and other criteria determined appropriate by the Committee.

Irwin C. Roberts Scholarship - Recipients must be undergraduate students enrolled full time in the Hospitality Management Program.  Criteria are based on academic ability, academic major and other criteria determined appropriate by the Committee.

American Hotel and Lodging Association Scholarship (AH&LA) (this is not an ECU scholarship but flows through the Department) - Enrolled in at least 12 credit hours for the upcoming fall and spring semesters, or just the fall semester if graduating in December. 

• A junior or senior in a baccalaureate program (although sophomores can be nominated to receive a scholarship in their junior year) and in the case of Associate programs the nominee must have completed one full year. 
• A minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 with the exception of Conrad Hilton awards which have a minimum GPA of 2.0.
• A U.S. citizen or permanent U.S. resident.

INTERIOR DESIGN & MERCHANDISING

Interior Design (selection is made upon the recommendation of the Interior Design Scholarship Committee)

Garnice Knight Ealy Scholarship - Recipients must be declared Interior Design major. Applicants will be judged upon scholarship (must have a cumulative GPA at or above 3.0), financial need, citizenship, leadership (both demonstrated and potential) and their dedication to the Interior Design profession.

Betsy Markowski Interior Design Scholarship - Recipients must be declared Interior Design major. Applicants will be judged upon scholarship (must have a cumulative GPA at or above 3.0), financial need, citizenship, leadership (both demonstrated and potential) and their dedication to the Interior Design profession.

Merchandising (selection is made upon the recommendation of the Apparel Merchandising Scholarship Committee)

MRCH Friends and Alum Scholarship - Recipients must be a declared Apparel Merchandising major. Applicants will be judged upon scholarship (must have a cumulative GPA at or above 3.0), financial need, citizenship, leadership (both demonstrated and potential) and their dedication to the Apparel Merchandising profession.

Belk Scholarship - Recipients must be declared Apparel Merchandising major. Applicants will be judged upon scholarship (must have a cumulative GPA at or above 3.0), financial need, citizenship, leadership (both demonstrated and potential) and their dedication to the Apparel Merchandising profession.

NUTRITION SCIENCE (selection is made upon the recommendation of the Nutrition Science Scholarship Committee)

Elsie Faith Seal Scholarship - This scholarship is awarded to a Nutrition Science student with senior standing. Selection criteria is based on academic merit, financial need, leadership, and service within the department, campus, and community.  

Aramark Nutrition Scholarships -Scholarships provided by the Aramark Corporation are awarded to senior Nutrition Science students.  Selection criteria is based on academic merit, financial need, leadership, and service within the department, campus, and community. 

SOCIAL WORK

Peggy Myers Chandler Memorial Scholarship Fund – Student must be a declared BSW student that exemplifies good citizenship, financial need, academic excellence and dedication to the profession.

Herman G. and Marian Moeller Fellowship – Student must be a declared MSW student that exemplifies good citizenship, financial need, academic excellence and dedication to the profession.

David B. and Willa H. Stevens Scholarship - Student must be a declared BSW student that exemplifies good citizenship, financial need, academic excellence and dedication to the profession.

Stella Jean Pearman Fund – established to assist students with documented physical disability who may be experiencing barriers to completing their degree.  Need must be documented.

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College of Nursing

The College of Nursing awards over $100,000 in student scholarships every year. Scholarship criteria vary, some funds are merit-based and others are need-based. One application serves to apply for all scholarships.

Students admitted to the nursing undergraduate program may apply by submitting an Undergraduate Scholarship Application. Materials must be turned in to the Nursing Student Services office in 2150 Health Sciences Building no later than February 15. The scholarship application can be found at on the College’s website at www.nursing.ecu.edu/under_aid.htm.  

Admitted, degree-seeking nursing graduate students may apply by submitting a Graduate Scholarship Application. Materials must be submitted to Student Services, room 2150 Health Sciences Building, no later than February 15. The scholarship application can be www.nursing.ecu.edu/grad_aid.htm.

Important notes:

• Awards will be made as scholarship credit to the student's account with the Cashier's Office. 
• Awards are made for fall and spring semesters.  One-half of amount will be credited in the fall and the remainder will be credited in the spring. 
• All scholarship criteria (e.g. GPA, residency, etc.) must be maintained throughout the academic year in order to receive the second installment.
• Number of annual awards and value of each award is subject to change based on current market conditions.
  

Undergraduate Scholarships:

American Legion Post #39 Scholarship – Awarded to an undergraduate who has  completed a minimum of one semester of nursing at East Carolina University.  Academic merit, financial need and other deemed appropriate by the scholarship committee.  Preference will be given to an eligible student who is a resident of Pitt County.

Carol S. Ferreira Memorial Scholarship – Awarded to a full-time; junior or senior; 1 semester at a time; students must reapply every semester to be considered again; must have completed 12 hours at East Carolina University before being considered; financial need and GPA of no lower than 2.75 (3.0 preferred); should be student who would not be able to stay in school except for a current financial situation precluding it; non-smoker; active member of a professional nursing or East Carolina University nursing association; active in community or campus/dorm service.

Catherine and Max Ray Joyner Scholarship – Awarded as a merit-based scholarship with preference given to students who are residents of Pitt County, NC.

Charlotte M. Martin Memorial Beta Nu Scholarship - Awarded to rising seniors who are members of the Beta Nu chapter of Sigma Theta Tau and exhibit leadership potential along with providing community and/or chapter service. Recipients are selected by the Beta Nu Scholarship Committee. 

College of Nursing Hall of Fame Scholarship – Awarded based on academic merit; recipient should be a full time student.

Demaree-McGinnis  Scholarship – Awarded to a full-time student with a GPA 3.0 or higher in nursing courses, senior in the School of Nursing or a nursing graduate who has completed Clinical Nursing I and Clinical Nursing Practicum I, preference will go to students involved in or plans to pursue a career in emergency or critical care nursing, two letters of recommendation required, one must be from an East Carolina University School of Nursing Faculty member.

Diana Snodgrass Olive Memorial Scholarship – Awarded to a student in good academic standing. Preference given to undergraduate students (junior or senior) based on their financial need which has requires the student work while in school. Open to both full and part-time students. If a student works 10 hours a week and one works 30 hours a week preference will be given to the student working more hours.

Dorothy Marshall Cummings Scholarship – Awarded to a full or part-time student.  First preference should be based on need.  Preference will be given to those students who show an interest in a career in maternal/child health.

Dotty Bennett Harrell Scholarship - Awarded to a full-time undergraduate nursing student with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Recipient is preferably from Northeast Academy Christian School in Lasker, NC, or Northampton or Halifax counties. 

ECU Medical & Health Sciences Foundation, Inc. Scholarship – Awarded based on merit.  Preference will be given to students with an interest and understanding of philanthropy.

Eunice Mann Garner Memorial Scholarship – Awarded in memory of Eunice Garner because of her interest in nursing as a career and the care that she received from nurses during her life. 

Eva Woosley Warren Memorial Scholarship – Awarded to a rising junior or senior enrolled full time at the College of Nursing. Selection should be based on scholarship, need, and citizenship.

Evelyn D. "Timmie" DeSimone Memorial Scholarship - Awarded to a junior, senior, or graduate student. Eligibility includes dedication to and potential in profession of nursing, academic merit, financial need, and other qualifications at the discretion of the Student Affairs Committee. 

Frances Overton Wysocki Memorial Scholarship – Awarded for s graduate or undergraduate student with a GPA of 3.0 or higher and demonstrated leadership potential.

Gertrude E. Skelly Charitable Foundation Scholarship - This Foundation has provided scholarship and emergency loan funds that are available to undergraduate and graduate nursing students. Criteria are left to the discretion of the Student Affairs Committee. 

Grace Edwards Wellons and Eula Sawrey Edwards Nursing Scholarship – Awarded to a full-time student with 1st preference for eastern NC native with financial need.

Gravely Foundation Scholarship - Awarded to a full-time junior, senior, or graduate student. Selection is based upon academic excellence, financial need, qualities of citizenship and dedication to the nursing profession. 

Hal & Eldean Pierce Beta Nu Scholarship - Awarded to a member of Beta Nu that is interested in cardiac nursing

Heather Ann Purtee Memorial Scholarship – Awarded based on academic merit. Given by Jeff Charles, the “Voice of the Pirates,” and his family and friends in memory of their daughter, Heather, who was a nursing student at East Carolina University.

Hospice of Tarheel Scholarship/Fellowship – Awarded annually to a student, either graduate or undergraduate, who expresses financial need and works in hospice, or secondly is willing to consider hospice work following graduation. The student should be in good academic standing and meet certain merit criteria as deemed appropriate by the College of Nursing Student Affairs Committee. 

JA's Uniform Shop Scholarship – Awarded to a full time undergraduate enrolled in the College of Nursing, must have at least a 3.0 GPA, and a demonstrated commitment to the study of and a career in nursing.

John & Lula Evans Scholarship – Awarded to full-time College of Nursing students; financial need; academic merit; any other criteria as determined by selection committee. Not automatically renewable, but recipients may reapply; if recipient withdraws during/after fall, another candidate may receive the spring disbursement, as determined by the selection committee.

Louise Metts Lloyd Scholarship – Awarded to undergraduate students in the nursing program or a graduate student enrolled in the Nurse Practitioners program, preference given to the Nurse Practitioner candidate further preference will be given to candidates interested in Public Health. Preference will also be given to those Nurse Practitioners who are non-traditional students and when applicable over 40 years old.  The student should reside in the following counties in order of preference: Jones, Harnett, Craven, Pamlico, New Hanover and Onslow. If none of the following counties fit - a student from eastern NC or western VA (preference to Pulaski and Carroll counties in VA) can be selected by the committee.

Mabel Cooper Hayden Memorial Fund - This fund provides loans to nursing students who wish to pursue a career in public health nursing. It is available for an undergraduate or graduate nursing student. 

Margaurite K. and Van Calvin Fleming Scholarship – Awarded based on demonstrated academic achievement and financial need.  Preference is given to students with special interest in Pediatric Nursing.

Martha Whitehurst Tarkington Scholarship – Awarded to students who have been accepted for admission or who are currently enrolled full-time in the College of Nursing at East Carolina University. Preference given to students from Beaufort, Martin, and/or Pitt Community College who are seeking to become RN's in the University’s nursing program.  A 3.0 GPA or projected 3.0 GPA for transfer students is required.  May be renewable for 1 additional time per recipient.

Nursing General Scholarship – Awarded to a student with at least a 3.0 GPA; preference given based on financial need.

Patricia Ann Yow Memorial Scholarship - Awarded to an undergraduate or graduate nursing student chosen on academic merit. 

Patricia Womble Scholarship – Awarded to an undergraduate nursing student that has completed a minimum of one semester with a minimum GPA of 2.5.  Preference will be given to an eligible student who is a resident of NC.

PCMH Volunteer Auxiliary Nursing Scholarship – Awarded based on academic merit with preference given to students that have history volunteering in a clinical health care setting.  Those with the most extensive volunteer history should be considered first; also students must be interested in heading into a career in a clinical setting after graduation.

Perry-Oyler Scholarship - Awarded to a full-time graduate or undergraduate student carrying a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA that expresses an interest and commitment to a career in nursing. 

Rachel Klitzman Memorial Scholarship – Awarded based on academic merit to undergraduate students.  Given in memory of nursing alum Rachel Klitzman.

Robert L. Jones Nursing Scholarship – Awarded to students with financial need and a GPA of at least 3.0.  Preference will be given to pre-licensure students BSN or alternate entry MSN option students.

Ruth Glass Bunting Memorial Scholarship - Awarded to full-time undergraduate and graduate students in nursing that are NC residents, exhibit financial need, and demonstrate good citizenship. 

Taylor Foundation Scholarship – Awarded to a full-time undergraduate student with preference given to a student planning to practice nursing in Carteret County upon graduation or a student planning to practice nursing in Eastern NC upon graduation. Should such a student not be identified, the award need not be given for that year.

Thomas Allen Bennett Memorial Scholarship – Awarded to full-time College of Nursing students based on financial need and academic merit.  1st preference will be for qualified candidates originally from Beaufort County; 2nd preference from Pitt County.  Decisions may be based on any other criteria as determined by selection committee. Not automatically renewable, but recipients may reapply; if recipient withdraws during/after fall, another candidate may receive the spring disbursement, as determined by the selection committee.

University Book Exchange Scholarship – Awarded to a student enrolled full-time with a minimum 3.0 GPA that is committed to a career in nursing.  Decisions may be made based on any other criteria as determined by selection committee.  May be renewed 1 time.

Vickie C. and Steven E. Whitehurst Scholarship - Awarded to undergraduate nursing students with a minimum 3.0 GPA.  Preference will be given to those applicants that graduated from Ayden-Grifton High School. 

Graduate Scholarships:

Betty Berryhill Nurse Midwifery Scholarship – Awarded to a student enrolled in Nurse Midwifery Program at East Carolina University based on academic merit.

Blaise Michael Youngs Scholarship – Awarded to graduate students with preference given to students in the Midwifery Concentration and should be given based on merit and need.

Catherine and Max Ray Joyner Scholarship – Awarded based on merit with preference given to students who are residents of Pitt County, NC.

College of Nursing Hall of Fame Scholarship – Awarded based on academic merit.  Should be a full-time student.

Dr. Martha Alligood Doctoral Scholarship – Awarded to a doctoral student based on academic merit and financial need.  May be enrolled at any level of study including part-time.  Director of the Doctoral program should be consulted, but committee makes the final selection.

ECU Medical & Health Sciences Foundation, Inc. Scholarship – Awarded based on merit.  Preference will be given to students with an interest and understanding of philanthropy.

E. G. Barlow Scholarship – Awarded to a student enrolled full-time in the College of Nursing based on academic merit.  1^st preference given to students from Warren, Halifax, Vance, Franklin, Granville, Nash, or Edgecombe counties, IN THAT ORDER.  If no otherwise qualified candidates exist, other counties may be considered and decisions based on other criteria as determined by selection committee.

Eunice Mann Garner Memorial Scholarship - Established in memory of Eunice Garner because of her interest in nursing as a career and the care that she received from nurses during her life. 

Evelyn D. "Timmie" DeSimone Memorial Scholarship - Awarded to a junior, senior, or graduate student. Eligibility includes dedication to and potential in profession of nursing, academic merit, financial need, and other qualifications at the discretion of the Student Affairs Committee. 

Frances Overton Wysocki Memorial Scholarship – Awarded to nursing student with GPA of 3.0 or higher, graduate or undergraduate, demonstrate leadership potential.

Gertrude E. Skelly Charitable Foundation Scholarship - This Foundation has provided scholarship and emergency loan funds that are available to undergraduate and graduate nursing students. 

Gravely Foundation Scholarship - Awarded to a full-time junior, senior, or graduate student. Selection is based upon academic excellence, financial need, qualities of citizenship and dedication to the nursing profession. 

Heather Ann Purtee Memorial Scholarship – Awarded based on academic merit. Given by Jeff Charles, the “Voice of the Pirates,” and his family and friends in memory of their daughter, Heather, who was a nursing student at East Carolina University.

Hospice of Tarheel Scholarship/Fellowship – Awarded annually to a student, either graduate or undergraduate, who expresses financial need and works in hospice, or secondly is willing to consider hospice work following graduation. The student should be in good academic standing and meet certain merit criteria as deemed appropriate by the College of Nursing Student Affairs Committee. 

John & Lula Evans Scholarship – Awarded to full-time College of Nursing students; financial need; academic merit; any other criteria as determined by selection committee. Not automatically renewable, but recipients may reapply; if recipient withdraws during/after fall, another candidate may receive the spring disbursement, as determined by the selection committee.

Linda Pynn Nurse Practitioner Scholarship- Awarded to a student enrolled in Adult or Family Nurse Practitioner graduate program based on academic merit.  May be enrolled at any level of study including part-time.  1st preference is for single parent working full-time.

Louise Metts Lloyd Scholarship – Awarded to undergraduate students in the nursing program or a graduate student enrolled in the Nurse Practitioners program.  Preference given to the Nurse Practitioner candidates with further preference given to candidates interested in Public Health. Preference will also be given to those Nurse Practitioners who are non-traditional students and when applicable over 40 years old.  The student should reside in the following counties in order of preference: Jones, Harnett, Craven, Pamlico, New Hanover and Onslow. If none of the following counties fit - a student from eastern NC or western VA (preference to Pulaski and Carroll counties in VA) can be selected by the committee.

Loretta Ford Scholarship - The Loretta Ford Scholarship has been established to encourage RNs in North Carolina and other states to become Nurse Practitioners. The program is open to RNs who are interested in pursuing graduate level education so they can become Nurse Practitioners. Applicants must be RNs with previous work experience in medically underserved populations in a non-metropolitan area. They must be accepted to an approved master's degree NP program in North Carolina. Financial need must be demonstrated. Priority is given to North Carolina residents and to those RNs who are active in their local and statewide professional nursing association. For additional information, please contact the North Carolina Foundation for Nursing. 

Mabel Cooper Hayden Memorial Fund - This fund provides loans to nursing students who wish to pursue a career in public health nursing. It is available for an undergraduate or graduate nursing student. 

Margaurite K. and Van Calvin Fleming Scholarship – Awarded to student with demonstrated academic achievement and financial need.  Preference will be given to students with special interest in Pediatric Nursing.

Norma Miller Daffin Nursing Scholarship – Awarded to a graduate student who maintains at least a 3.0 GPA and other merit based criteria as deemed appropriate by the scholarship committee.

Nursing Alumni Association Scholarship – Awarded to graduates of East Carolina University's College of Nursing who are pursuing MSN or PhD.  Alumni Advisory Board to select recipients from applications.

Nursing General Scholarship – Awarded to student with at least a 3.0 GPA.  Preference given based on financial need.

Patricia Ann Yow Memorial Scholarship - Awarded to an undergraduate or graduate nursing student chosen on academic merit. 

Perry-Oyler Scholarship - Awarded to a full-time graduate or undergraduate student carrying a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA and who expresses an interest and commitment to a career in nursing. 

PCMH Volunteer Auxiliary Nursing Scholarship – Awarded based on academic merit. Preference is given to students that have history volunteering in a clinical health care setting.  Those with the most extensive volunteer history should be considered first.  Students must be interested in heading into a career in a clinical setting after graduation.

Ray & Robin Webb Corbett Nursing Scholarship – Awarded based on 1^st preference being someone enrolled in Family Nurse Practitioner concentration;  next preference: student with interest in neurological field of nursing and also the study of hypertension.  Requires a minimum 3.5 GPA.  If no candidates meet above criteria; selection committee has full choice.

Roccapriore-Tschetter Fellowship – Awarded to graduate students with preference given to those whose academic concentrations are oncology and/or Nurse Practitioner. 

Ruth Glass Bunting Memorial Scholarship - Awarded to full-time undergraduate and graduate students in nursing that are NC residents.  Must exhibit financial need and demonstrate good citizenship. 

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College of Technology and Computer Science

Various scholarships are available to students pursuing degrees in the College of Technology and Computer Science.  Generally, most scholarships require an overall GPA of 2.5 or better, but each scholarship has different qualification requirements.  Award decisions made each spring are for funding for the next academic year.  Award amounts are subject to change according to current economic conditions.  For more information beyond what is listed below, please  at visit the College of Technology and Computer Science web page.

General Scholarships (open to all students in the College of Technology and Computer Science)

David J. Smith Leadership Award – This scholarship is awarded to a full-time student with a minimum 2.7 GPA with demonstrated leadership and service.

Keihin Carolina Systems Technology – This scholarship is awarded to a full-time student (rising junior or senior) with a minimum 2.75 GPA.  Must be majoring in one of the following:  Construction Mgmt./Technology Systems/Engineering

M.O. Beckett, Jr. Quality Scholarship – This scholarship is awarded to a full time student (rising junior or senior) with a minimum 3.00 GPA.  Must be a regular member of ASQ.

Scholarships open to all students pursuing a Construction Management degree:

Barnhill Construction Scholarship – Awarded to a full-time undergraduate student based on academic ability, academic major, and community involvement.  First preference will be given to qualified candidates from Eastern North Carolina.

Construction Financial Management Association - Triangle Chapter – Awarded to a full-time rising Junior or Senior with a minimum of 3.0 overall GPA, commitment to the construction profession.  Requires cover letter, application, official transcript and two evaluators’ rating sheets.

Home Builders Association of Durham/Orange County – Awarded to a full-time rising Junior or Senior with a minimum of 3.0 overall GPA and a commitment to the construction profession.  Requires cover letter, application, official transcript and two evaluators’ rating sheets.

Home Builders Supply Company/ W. G. Blount Scholarship - Awarded each spring to a rising senior who is the top student in the Department of Construction Management based upon academic ability, academic major and other criteria determined by the Committee.  Given these specifications, the Department Scholarship Committee may not need an application. After review of student GPAs, should there be more than one student with same GPA, the Committee may want the students to write an essay or have some other way to differentiate who is selected.

Mark Tipton/Pitt County-Greenville Home Builders – Awarded to a rising Junior or Senior with a minimum of 3.0 overall GPA and completion of 12 semester hours in CMGT course work and demonstrated financial need.  Preference given, but not limited to, applicants expressing an interest in residential construction and residing in Pitt County. Requires cover letter, application, official transcript and two evaluators’ rating sheets.

Professional Construction Estimators Association - Coastal Plains Chapter 8 – Awarded to a rising Junior or Senior with a minimum 2.75 GPA overall and in major and completion of 12 semester hours in CMGT course work.  Review committee may consider financial need and any other criteria determined appropriate.  Requires cover letter, application, official transcript, and two evaluators' rating sheets.

Professional Construction Estimators Association - Triangle Area Chapter 3 – Awarded to a rising Junior or Senior with a 2.75 GPA overall and in major and completion of 12 semester hours in CMGT course work.  Based on evidence of leadership capability, outstanding character, a commitment to construction profession and financial need.  Requires cover letter, application, official transcript, and two evaluators' rating sheets.

Service Roofing and Sheet Metal Company – Awarded to a rising Sophomore, Junior or Senior enrolled full-time with a minimum 3.0 overall GPA and demonstrated commitment to the study of and a career in construction management.  Selection committee may use any other criteria determined appropriate. Requires cover letter, application, official transcript, and two evaluators' rating sheets.

Southern Piping Scholarship – Awarded to a full-time rising junior or a 2-semester senior based on academic ability, academic major, and community involvement.

T. A. Loving Company – Awarded to a rising Sophomore, Junior or Senior enrolled full-time with a 3.0 overall GPA and demonstrated commitment to the study of and a career in construction management.  Selection committee may use any other criteria determined appropriate.  Requires cover letter, application, official transcript, and two evaluators' rating sheets.

Ready Mix Concrete Company Scholarship – Awarded to a rising Junior or two-semester Senior enrolled full-time with a minimum 2.5 overall GPA.  The selection shall be based on: academic ability, demonstrated commitment to the study of and career in Construction Management and any other criteria determined appropriate by the selection committee. Requires cover letter, complete application, official transcript, and two evaluators' rating sheets.

Adams Products / Pine Hall Brick Companies – Awarded to a full-time undergraduate student (rising Junior or two-Semester Senior) that has been accepted into the Construction Management Department. Must have a minimum 3.00 overall GPA at ECU and completion of at least twelve (12) semester hours of course work in the Construction Management program and have a 3.00 GPA or better in these courses.  Evidence of leadership capabilities and outstanding character. Demonstrated commitment to the study of a career in Construction Management.  Children of Oldcastle or Pine Hall Brick receive special consideration if everything else is equal.

Scholarships open to all undergraduate and graduate students pursuing a Technology Systems degree:

Kenneth L. Bing Scholarship – Awarded to a full-time undergraduate or graduate ECU student that is a Member of Beta Mu Chapter of Epsilon Pi Tau.  Decision will be based on academic achievement, service to the department of Technology Systems and involvement in campus wide service activities. 

Thomas Haigwood Memorial Fellowship Endowment – Awarded to full-time graduate student that is a member of Epsilon Pi Tau.  Decision will be based on scholastic achievement, service to the College of Technology and Computer Science and involvement in campus wide service activities.

Society of Manufacturing Engineers Costal Plains Chapter 302 Scholarship - Awarded to a full time student with a minimum GPA f at least 3.0 that is a resident of North Carolina and is active in SME (optional at the discretion of the scholarship committee).  Additional selection criteria can be used at the discretion of the scholarship committee.

James P. Kohn Memorial Scholarship – Awarded to a full-time graduate student accepted or enrolled in Occupational Safety and Health. Based on academic merit: GPA of at least 3.0 and demonstrated commitment to the study of and a career in Occupational Health and Safety.   Other criteria may be designated by the scholarship committee.

Technology Systems Departmental Scholarship Fund – Awarded based on demonstrated financial need in writing on the application form, recommendation from faculty member and academic merit.

Grainger Scholarship Fund - Awarded to a rising junior or senior with a minimum 3.0 GPA.  First preference will be to a student majoring in Distribution and Logistics (IDIS).

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East Carolina Alumni Association

The East Carolina Alumni Association annually awards scholarships to students across campus.  There are several different types of scholarships and number of scholarships and the award amounts are determined annually.  The following is a description of the scholarships handled by the East Carolina Alumni Association.  More information can be found by visiting the Alumni Association Scholarship’s webpage at www.PirateAlumni.com/Scholarships or by calling the Alumni Center at 252-328-6072.

Alumni Scholarships are annually awarded to students who are currently enrolled at East Carolina University as full-time* undergraduates (including freshmen) who have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher. Students who currently receive grants and/or scholarships in excess of $5,000 per year, not including student loans, are not eligible for the Alumni Scholarship Program. 

Alumni Scholarships - Since 2005, the Alumni Scholarship program has awarded more than $225,000 to 178 students. The applications are reviewed based on the following criteria:  Demonstrated leadership, Service/Volunteerism, and a signed letter of recommendation.  

East Carolina Alumni Association Scholarships - Several scholarships awarded to students who meet the above requirements.

East Carolina Alumni Association Scholarship in memory of Yvonne Pearce '82 - One scholarship awarded to a student who meets the above requirements.

Mary Jo Outland Baugh ’55 Alumni Scholarship - One scholarship awarded to a student who meets the above requirements.

Megan Grace Lavinder Memorial Scholarship - One scholarship awarded to a student who meets the above requirements.

East Carolina Teachers College (ECTC) Scholarships - Several scholarships awarded to students who meet the above requirements with preference given to students who are descendants of East Carolina alumni. 

The Washington/Metro Alumni Scholarship - One scholarship awarded to a student who meets the above requirements and is from the DC Metro area.

The New York Metro Alumni Chapter Scholarship - One scholarship awarded to a student who meets the above requirements and is from the New York Metro area.

The Tidewater Virginia Alumni Chapter Scholarship - One scholarship awarded to a student who meets the above requirements and is from the Tidewater Virginia area.

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ECU Retired Faculty Association Scholarships

These scholarships are awarded to undergraduate students of active or retired ECU faculty with a projected or actual collegiate grade point average of at least 3.0 and demonstrate leadership potential.  Award decisions are handled by the Enrollment Service Office of the University Scholarship Committee.  Interested and eligible candidates should contact the Office of University Scholarships at (252) 328-5816.

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Office of Student Financial Aid

Phone: 252-328-6610

UNC Campus Scholarship for Native Americans Scholarship – This scholarship is available to both incoming freshmen and currently enrolled students who are residents of North Carolina with demonstrated financial need and have been admitted to East Carolina (incoming student) or a minimum GPA of 2.5 (current student).  Students must have a tribal affiliation card.  Interest forms are available by contacting Jeremy Jordan in the Office of Student Financial Aid (jordanj@ecu.edu).

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Thomas Harriot College of Arts and Sciences

Phone:252-328-6249

Grover and Jessie Rodgers Scholarship in Archaeology is valued from 1,00 to 2,250 and is awarded to a full time undergraduate junior, senior, or graduate student admitted to the Department of Anthropology and concentrating in Archaeology.  The scholarship is not automatically renewable, however, recipients may be considered in subsequent years.

Donald F. Clemens Scholarship is awarded to an outstanding chemistry major on the basis of academic merit and future potential as a student of chemistry.

Grover Woodrow Everett Chemistry Scholarship is awarded to a junior or senior chemistry major on the basis of academic merit and future potential as a student of chemistry.

Dr. Keith D. Holmes Scholarship is awarded to a junior or senior chemistry major who is a US citizen with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA and demonstrated leadership potential.

Joseph N. LeConte Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a full-time junior or senior chemistry, pre-medical or pre-dental who is a US citizen with a 3.0 GPA and demonstrated need.

Richard and Nancy Modlin Scholarship is awarded to an outstanding chemistry major and/or a sophomore intended major with the potential as a student of chemistry.  Criteria include a minimum 3.3 GPA overall and in chemistry major.

Burroughs Wellcome Fellowship in Organic Chemistry awards two 11,000 scholarships annually to graduate students in the chemistry MS program who are doing thesis research in an area of organic chemistry.  Selection is made by the chemistry Graduate Committee and organic chemistry faculty.

Robert E. and Margery R. Cramer Scholarship is awarded to an undergraduate geography major to be used in a structured academic program abroad. Academic excellence and financial need are considered. Amount varies.

Department of Geography Scholarship is valued at 250 and is awarded to a junior or senior geography major with a minimum 3.0 GPA.

Hankins Family Scholarship is valued at 300 and is awarded to an undergraduate student pursuing a BS degree in Urban and Regional Planning.  Other criteria include completion of 85 semester hours of college course work, a minimum 2.5 GPA, a minimum 3.0 GPA in Planning, and exhibited dedication to the profession of Urban and Regional Planning.

John C. Ralph Scholarship is valued at 300 and is awarded to undergraduate students pursuing a BS degree in Urban and Regional Planning.  Other criteria include completion of 60 semester hours of college course work, a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA, a minimum 3.0 GPA in Planning , and exhibited dedication to the profession of Urban and Regional Planning.

C.Q. Brown Scholarship is valued at 500 and is awarded to a senior geology major on the basis of academic merit.

Pignani-Archer Scholarship is awarded to a graduating Mathematics major with the highest grade point average since the last May graduation.

John B. Davis Scholarship is awarded to a student with a background and interest in Statistics.

University Book Exchange Scholarship-Mathematics is awarded to full-time undergraduates majoring in Mathematics with academic merit.

Gravely Foundation Scholarship-Mathematics is awarded to a students with academic excellence, financial need, or qualities of good citizenship and dedication to their profession.

Mathematics Education Scholarship is awarded to a student pursuing a BS degree in Mathematics Education with a minimum 3.0 GPA overall in Mathematics.

Sarah Patterson Lane Award Scholarship is valued at 150 and is awarded to an undergraduate physics major. Candidates must have completed the advanced general physics sequence at ECU as well as at least two semesters of freshment/sophomore laboratory sequences at ECU and be enrolled in a junior/senior level course.  A minimum 3.0 GPA is also required. This scholarship is for one semester.

Outstanding Senior Award Scholarship is valued at 75 and is awarded to a senior physics major that has applied for graduation, has a minimum 3.0 GPA, and has a record of service to the Physics Department.  This scholarship is for one semester.

James Fenly Spear, Jr. Memorial Award is valued at 75 and is awarded on the basis of academic merit to a senior physics major that ha applied for graduation .  This scholarship is for one semester.

Tab Scholarship in Physics is valued at 1,000 per year and is awarded to an incoming freshman accepted for admission to a major in physics.  Other criteria include a minimum 3.0 GPA and a minimum 3.25  high school GPA in science and mathematics.

Gravely Foundation Scholarship-Political Science is valued at 500 and is awarded to a senior political science major with a minimum 3.3 GPA.

Mitchell-Hunt Scholarship-Political Science is valued at 600 and is awarded to a political science major with a minimum 3.5 GPA. 

Troutman/Carlton Political Science Scholarship is valued at 200 and is awarded to a junior or senior political science major with minimum 3.3 GPA. Three scholarships are awarded annually.

University Book Exchange Scholarship- Political Science is valued at 500 and is awarded to a senior political science major with a minimum 3.3 GPA.  Two scholarships are awarded annually.

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Division of Student Affairs

A number of scholarships are offered each year by the Division of Student Affairs.  These scholarships are available to students with any major.  The number of awards and the value of each award are subject to change based on current market conditions.  Each of these scholarships has a separate application process with different due dates.  For more information, visit the Student Affairs Development Office or call (252) 737.4827. 

Residential Scholar Program – Awarded to student who is living on campus.  Must be at least a second year student with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.  Selection looks at campus leadership and community service involvements as a part of criteria.  Contact Amanda Murphy in Campus Living at 252.328.2834 for more information on the application process.   

Parents Leadership Scholarship – Awarded to a full-time undergraduate or graduate student  (minimum of twelve (12) credit hours for undergraduate students or enrolled in a minimum of nine (9) credit hours for graduate students) with a minimum cumulative grade point average 3.0.  Applicants must have an established ECU GPA; therefore first semester students are ineligible to apply and current scholarship recipients are ineligible to reapply for this scholarship. For more information, contact Director of Center for Student Leadership, Laura McMaster at 252.737.2091.

Walter and Marie Williams Scholarship – Students considered for this scholarship must have a 3.0 unweighted GPA and a minimum score of 1000 on the Math and Verbal sections of the SAT, or an equivalent ACT score.  Selected students must reside in one of the following counties: Beaufort, Bertie, Bladen, Brunswick, Camden, Carteret, Chowan, Columbus, Craven, Cumberland, Currituck, Dare, Duplin, Edgecombe, Gates, Greene, Halifax, Harnett, Hertford, Hoke, Hyde, Johnston, Jones, Lenoir, Martin, Nash, New Hanover, Northampton, Onslow, Pamlico, Pasquotank, Pender, Perquimans, Pitt, Robeson, Sampson, Tyrell, Washington, Wayne, Wilson.  For more information visit www.ecu.edu/cs-studentaffairs/studentleadership/wlap.cfm or contact Director of Center for Student Leadership, Laura McMaster at 252.737.2091.

Harold H. Bate Citizen Award - Awarded to outstanding students in each high school in Craven, Jones, and Pamlico Counties and covers the reimbursement of the cost to attend the Student Leadership Development Program for students participating in the Bate Leadership Program.  Funding may also be available for a summer internship.

William S. Sawyer Memorial Scholarship – Awarded to upper level undergraduate (seniors only) or graduate students who are pursuing their first bachelor’s or master’s degree and who have been accepted for admission or who are enrolled full-time at ECU. Other criteria are students with qualified disabilities as determined by the Department for Disability Support Services. Minimum 2.0 collegiate GPA.

Ledonia Wright Leach Scholarship – Awarded to a student who,  in light of all pertinent qualifications, experiences and attributes, would contribute to educational diversity at ECU. The student body diversity entails many dimensions and is advanced on campus by having a broad variety of cultural, socioeconomic, gender, age, religious, racial, geographical, ethnic, intellectual, philosophical, and other distinctive backgrounds and perspectives.  The scholarship will be awarded based on academic ability with a minimum GPA of 2.5, financial need, and other criteria as determined appropriate by the Committee in accordance with its established policies and procedures. 

Leach Omega Psi Phi Scholarship – Awarded for scholarship support for members of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity at East Carolina University. Eligible students must meet the following criteria:  Must be a member in good standing of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity with a minimum GPA of 2.5.  Student must show demonstrated financial need.  Other criteria determined appropriate by the Committee may be used in accordance with its established policies and procedures.

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ECU Staff Senate 

The Staff Senate makes awards of two scholarships.  One is specifically for incoming freshmen and current students who are students of ECU staff while the other is designed to assist staff who want to continue their education.  More information about these awards follows:

Children of SPA Employees Scholarship – This scholarship can be awarded to either an incoming freshman or a current student.  Must be the child (including step-children and adopted children) of a currently employed SPA employee (includes CSS employees).  Student must be pursuing their first undergraduate degree with a minimum projected GPA of 3.0 for incoming freshman or an actual GPA for current students.  Student must have demonstrated leadership potential, community involvement and extracurricular activities.  (Opening of annual application process is announced to all staff each year). 

Gail Jordan Memorial Scholarship – This scholarship is established to assist full-time, non-teaching employees of the University who are taking either undergraduate or graduate level courses at East Carolina. 

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