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Contact Us
Please contact New College Institute if you have any questions about applying for financial aid, completing the FAFSA, or preparing for college. We are available to speak with students of any age....and parents who are considering completing their college degree as well.
E-Mail: gotocollege@newcollegeinstitute.org or Telephone: 276-403-5610
NCI Grants and Scholarships
• $2000 Grants are still available for first-time undergraduate students attending New College Institute in the fall of 2008.
• Ben Gardner Scholarships through the New College Foundation will provide two $2500 scholarships for undergraduate students expressing an interest in law, allied health, or environmental science.
• Grants for the English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher endorsement program in the amount of $300 per course (there are 6 courses) for the first 10 students applying.
• Grants for the Certificate in Autism program for teachers in the amount of $300 per course for the first two courses for the first 10 students applying.
For more details on any of these grants or scholarships, and to see if you qualify, contact Sammy Redd or Steve Keyser at (276) 403-5610 or e-mail gotocollege@newcollegeinstitute.org.
Financial Aid Through Our Partner Institutions
Financial aid may also be provided through our partner institutions. Students who demonstrate financial needs typically qualify for federal grants and loans. To determine eligibility for an type of financial aid, students MUST first complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). In addition, our partner institutions may offer scholarships and grants. Contact the financial aid office of the college or university sponsoring your program at New College Institute.
Links:
Averett University
Ferrum College
Longwood University
Norfolk State University
Old Dominion University
Radford University
University of Virginia
Virginia Commonwealth University
FAFSA - Free Application for Federal Student Aid
All students applying for financial aid should complete an application. The priority deadline is March 1.
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Paying For College - Financial Easy Planner
Paying for college is no small undertaking. There are many questions to consider: what it will cost, how much you can save, how much can you and your family afford to pay, how much to borrow, and what scholarships are available to you. College Board Financial Aid Easy Planner will help you answer all of these questions and more.
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SMART Grant
A new component of the federal student aid program is the SMART grant. It provides up to $4000 per year for students in their third and fourth years of college who are majoring in some form of science, technology, engineering, or math. Our IT program is included in the list of eligible majors. This grant is available to any student who is Pell Grant eligible.
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TEACH Grant
Beginning in the fall of 2008, the Department of Education will begin offering TEACH grants as another component of the federal financial aid program. The program will award grants of up to $4000 per year to students planning to teach in high need fields in schools serving low-income students for four years following graduation. (Note: all Martinsville City and Henry County public schools qualify). TEACH grants are entitlements (no cap on number of participants) and are not need-based. Sudents, however must complete the FAFSA to be eligible.
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2008-09 Tobacco Commission Scholarship Program
Virginia Tobacco Commission Scholarship/Loan Forgiveness applications for Fall 2008 are available now. Students residing in Southside Virginia (including Henry County, Martinsville, Pittsylvania County, Danville, Halifax County, and Patrick County) are eligible for a loan of $3000 per year. One year of loan proceeds will be forgiven (i.e. become a scholarship) for each year a student works in one of the Southside Virginia localities.
The program is open to any student pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in any discipline. There are no income, credit, or minimum GPA requirements. The current status of federal student loans is not considered.
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Martinsville Area Community Foundation
Martinsville Area Community Foundation administers four scholarship funds to assist capable and deserving students in Martinsville and Henry County based on the criteria established by fund donors. All awards are subject to the availability of funds.
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Scholarship Search
Helpful on-line tool to help you locate scholarships, internships, grants, and loans that match your educational level, talents, and background.
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Especially For Local Students
Comprehensive listing of available financial resources for local students.
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The College Place
Free online resource for students of all ages and their families.
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More Useful Links
Whether you are currently a student at NCI, or still deciding on college, listed below are links that may be helpful as you explore your options.
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