The Betsy Y. Justus NC TECH Founders Scholarship was established in memory of NC TECH's founding CEO. Following her passing in the summer of 2011, NC TECH launched a scholarship based on her wishes to support young women in North Carolina who are pursuing an academic and career path in the areas of Technology or Engineering. Every year, two students are selected to receive a scholarship of $1,000 per year ($4,000 for a four-year school, $2,000 for a two-year associate's degree) and a Lenovo laptop. NC TECH opens the application in January and accepts submissions through mid-April. Students are notified of awards by mid-May.
ELIGIBILITY
- Rising female first-year college student, enrolling as an undergraduate at an accredited institution of higher learning in North Carolina
- Must qualify for North Carolina resident status for tuition purposes
- Student must be attending either a four-year college/university with a physical campus in the state or a two-year institution within the NC Community College System
- Cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (unweighted)
- Intended major must be in technology or engineering
Award Details
- Selected students will receive $1,000 per year plus a Lenovo laptop
- If attending a four-year institution, the total award will be $4,000; a two-year community college, $2,000
- Enrollment will be verified annually prior to payment made to the institution
THE APPLICATION WINDOW IS CLOSED FOR 2023
A complete application includes:
- Submitted Online Application + Essay Questions
- Proof of Acceptance Within the application, the applicant must provide acceptance as a rising freshman, re-entry or transfer student at an accredited institution of higher education in North Carolina.
- Transcript Send a copy of your transcript directly from your current/most recent academic institution to jana@nctech.org. Include in email subject: Scholarship Transcript: Applicant Last Name, Applicant First Name to ensure it pairs with your application.
- Letter of Recommendation Applicant must have a faculty member, academic advisor, or community leader submit a recommendation letter directly to Jana Barile at jana@nctech.org. Include in email subject: Scholarship Transcript: Applicant Last Name, Applicant First Name to ensure it pairs with your application.
Please note: The online application window will open January 15. All required documents must be submitted by the April 8, 2024 deadline for consideration. Scholarship recipients will be notified by May 1, 2024 if selected.
