Boost
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Boost helps you move through college with the support, structure, and financial help to make it possible! It’s designed for students going into high-demand fields. Boost is a smart way to earn your credential and start your career faster!
Boost Benefits:
- Free or Reduced Tuition – You may pay as little as $0!
- $300 for textbooks each semester
- A $100 monthly grant paid to the student
- A dedicated advisor, one-on-one tutoring, and academic support
- A community that believes in your goals and helps you reach them
As a Boost Student, You’ll Need To:
- Complete your gateway English and Math courses in the first year
- Attend Monthly Advising and Boost Events
- Attempt at least 24 credits per academic year
- Maintain a 2.0+ GPA
See If You’re Eligible!
You’ll need to:
- Be a North Carolina resident (eligible for in-state tuition)
- Have a high school diploma or high school equivalency
- Have no more than 24 college credits (earned or in progress)
- Enroll in an eligible degree program
- Complete the FAFSA
- Qualify for Pell Grant, the Next NC Scholarship, or receive VA Educational Benefits.
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Boost is made possible by the generous investment of the Laura and John Arnold Foundation.