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πŸ’° University of North Carolina at Charlotte Merit Scholarships

Total Scholarships
11
Automatic
1
In-State Awards
$21,500/yr
Out-of-State Awards
$21,500/yr
Multi-Year Awards
$1,000-$155,000 total
Typical Requirements for Automatic Merit
3.2 GPA / 22 ACT

University of North Carolina at Charlotte awards merit scholarships automatically on GPA and test scores, with no separate application. Awards run $21,500/yr for out-of-state students. Eligibility starts at 3.2 GPA / 22 ACT. Against tuition of $19,065, students receiving the largest award pay about $0 a year before other aid.

What you'd actually pay at University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Tuition & fees
$19,065
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Largest annual award
$21,500
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Students receiving it pay about
$0/yr

Tuition and fees only β€” housing (about $14,458), books and travel are extra. Awards must still be won and may carry renewal conditions. Need-based aid is separate and may reduce this further.

Official Scholarship Information
View complete details on University of North Carolina at Charlotte's website
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Automatic merit scholarships at University of North Carolina at Charlotte β€” no separate application

1 award granted on your admission application, based on GPA and test scores.

Freeman Scholarship - tuition & fees
In-State Requirements
GPA 3.2+ β€’ ACT 22+ β€’ SAT 1200+
The Freeman Scholarship is designed to cover the cost of tuition and fees for deserving students and their families who demonstrate financial need as determined by the FAFSA and qualify as Pell-eligible. * Equal to in-state tuition and fees, renewable for three (3) years
Eligibility: * Open to all majors * Demonstrated financial need as determined by the FAFSA and qualify as Pell-eligible * Incoming freshman, full time * Minimum unweighted High School GPA of 3.20 * Minimum 1200 on SAT or 22 on ACT * Join and remain a member in good standing of an honors program in the Honors College
How to apply: ["complete the Honors College admission application", "file the FAFSA", "join and remain a member of a multi-year honors program"]
πŸ“‹ Renewal is for three years (renewal conditions listed on scholarship terms). Source β†—

Other scholarships at University of North Carolina at Charlotte (10)

These require a separate application, or the school does not publish their eligibility criteria.

Albert Scholars - annual package
$21,500/yr
Award package includes: 4-year scholarship package valued at approximately $21,500 per year $6,000 summer internship allowance $2,500 study abroad allowance
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Johnson Scholarship - tuition & fees
The Johnson Scholarship is designed to cover the cost of tuition and fees for deserving students and their families who demonstrate financial need as determined by the FAFSA and land above the Pell or other federal grant eligibility level. * 3-year renewable scholarship
How to apply: ["membership in a multi-year honors program"]
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Al Maisto Scholarship
$1,000 one-time
This scholarship provides assistance to full-time, undergraduate honors students who exhibit exemplary academic performance, citizenship and service to their honors program and/or the Honors College. * $1,000 award
How to apply: ["application completed in the spring semester", "full-time enrollment in University Honors Program"]
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Alumni Association Scholarships
These scholarships are awarded to UNC Charlotte undergraduate students who demonstrate exemplary school spirit through academic success, participation in University activities, campus leadership and service to the University and/or the general community.
Eligibility: Applicants must be full-time students currently enrolled at Charlotte who meet the following requirements: * Strong record of on- or off-campus community service * Demonstrated campus leadership * Earned GPA of at least 3.4 or higher on a 4.0 scale * Participation in a Charlotte honors program is desirable, but not required
How to apply: ["apply on NinerScholars", "demonstrated community service", "demonstrated campus leadership"]
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Delbridge E. Narron Scholarship
$2,000 one-time
* $2,000 award * Renewable, but students must reapply annually
Eligibility: Recipient must present evidence of character as demonstrated through their involvement in community service work or reasonably similar extracurricular activities. Recipient must also present evidence of a commitment to learning, an open mind and an acceptance of diverse cultures, genders and sexual orientations. * Must be a full-time student in the University Honors Program and/or a departmental honors program
How to apply: ["application completed in the spring semester", "full-time enrollment in University Honors Program"]
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Delbridge E. Narron Travel Scholarship
$2,000 one-time
* $2,000 award This fund supports travel outside the United States for the Delbridge E. Narron Scholarship recipient.
Eligibility: Encouraged to enroll in a formal study abroad program where college credit is earned; however, this is not a requirement for the fund. Should recipient not plan to travel abroad, other rising junior or senior honors students may be awarded the funds.
How to apply: ["application completed in the spring semester"]
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Levine Scholars - in-state 4-year value
$105,000 total
Full Tuition The scholarship includes tuition, housing and meals, books and mandatory fees for all four years. Civic Engagement Each scholar has access to an $8,000 grant to design and lead a project partnering with a local nonprofit to address a community need.
Eligibility: Levine Scholarships are available to first-year students in any major with a demonstrated commitment to academic achievement and civic engagement. Seniors must receive a counselor’s nomination or submit a self-nomination before they can apply for the Levine Scholarship.
How to apply: ["counselor nomination or self-nomination", "apply via Levine Scholars application", "demonstrated commitment to academic achievement and civic engagement"]
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Levine Scholars - out-of-state 4-year value
$155,000 total
Full Tuition The scholarship includes tuition, housing and meals, books and mandatory fees for all four years. Civic Engagement Each scholar has access to an $8,000 grant to design and lead a project partnering with a local nonprofit to address a community need.
Eligibility: Levine Scholarships are available to first-year students in any major with a demonstrated commitment to academic achievement and civic engagement. Seniors must receive a counselor’s nomination or submit a self-nomination before they can apply for the Levine Scholarship.
How to apply: ["counselor nomination or self-nomination", "apply via Levine Scholars application", "demonstrated commitment to academic achievement and civic engagement"]
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Martin Scholars - continuing student nomination
* Award equal to student’s unmet financial need, up to full cost of attendance * Support for study abroad and internships * Support of a Martin Faculty mentor * All Martin Scholars are members of an honors program
Eligibility: * Pell-eligible with an Student Aid Index (SAI) of $3,000 or less as determined by the FAFSA * Be a member of or intend to join an honors program * Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident * Must be a resident of North Carolina * Preference given to incoming freshmen and transfer students with minimum 3.7 cumulative GPA (unweighted for high school) * Continuing students at UNC Charlotte nominated by honors faculty/staff must have a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA
How to apply: ["complete UNC Charlotte Admission Application by early action deadline (see timeline)", "complete Honors College Admission Application", "submit honors essay and application materials", "complete FAFSA", "letters of recommendation", "virtual interview for finalists"]
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Martin Scholars - incoming/transfer (preferred)
* Award equal to student’s unmet financial need, up to full cost of attendance * Support for study abroad and internships * Support of a Martin Faculty mentor * All Martin Scholars are members of an honors program
Eligibility: * Pell-eligible with an Student Aid Index (SAI) of $3,000 or less as determined by the FAFSA * Be a member of or intend to join an honors program * Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident * Must be a resident of North Carolina * Preference given to incoming freshmen and transfer students with minimum 3.7 cumulative GPA (unweighted for high school) * Continuing students at UNC Charlotte nominated by honors faculty/staff must have a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA
How to apply: ["complete UNC Charlotte Admission Application by early action deadline (see timeline)", "complete Honors College Admission Application", "submit honors essay and application materials", "complete FAFSA", "letters of recommendation", "virtual interview for finalists"]
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Deadlines that affect merit consideration at University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Regular Decision
05/01/2026

Common questions about University of North Carolina at Charlotte scholarships

How much merit aid does University of North Carolina at Charlotte give?

Published awards range $21,500/yr. University of North Carolina at Charlotte lists 11 merit scholarships in total.

What GPA or test scores do you need for a scholarship at University of North Carolina at Charlotte?

The lowest published threshold across automatic awards is 3.2 GPA / 22 ACT. Individual scholarships set their own cutoffs.

Does University of North Carolina at Charlotte give merit scholarships to out-of-state students?

Yes. Awards for out-of-state students run $21,500/yr.

Is there a full-ride scholarship at University of North Carolina at Charlotte?

The largest published award covers full tuition, though not housing and other costs.

Do you have to apply separately for merit scholarships at University of North Carolina at Charlotte?

1 of the published awards are granted automatically on your admission application, with no separate scholarship application.

When is the scholarship deadline at University of North Carolina at Charlotte?

Merit consideration usually follows the admission deadline, which is 05/01/2026. Confirm scholarship-specific dates with the financial aid office.

πŸ’‘ Tip: Award amounts and cutoffs change year to year. Confirm current figures with University of North Carolina at Charlotte's financial aid office before making decisions β€” or check their scholarship page.

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