Scholarships
The Department of Forest Biomaterials offers merit-based scholarships to incoming and current students majoring in paper science and engineering or sustainable materials and technology.
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Paper Science and Engineering Scholarships
Through the Pulp and Paper Advisory Board, the paper industry supports undergraduate scholarships and program enrichment. More than 130 endowed scholarships are available to paper science and engineering students. Approximately half of all students receive merit-based scholarships, with awards averaging $13,000.
Scholarship Requirements
To qualify for a scholarship, students must:
- Be enrolled in the Paper Science and Engineering program.
- Follow the semester-by-semester plan for Paper Science and Engineering or the dual degree with Chemical Engineering.
- Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. Students who fall below 3.0 have one semester to restore their GPA before losing their scholarship.
How to Apply
- Apply to NC State’s College of Engineering by Nov. 1.
- Once admitted, complete the Pack Assist scholarship application, including the College of Engineering and Paper Science and Engineering supplemental questions.
- Incoming first-year students interested in chemical engineering or undecided about their engineering major are also encouraged to apply.
- If Paper Science and Engineering or the dual degree with Chemical Engineering is not listed as your intended major, request a change by April 25. Email Kayli Watkins and Angela Rush to request the change.
Important Notes
- Priority deadline: Feb. 15. Applications submitted by Feb. 21 will also be reviewed, but early submission is encouraged.
- Paper Super Scholars: Out-of-state applicants must attend an in-person interview.
- Award notifications: Decisions are made in early March, with recipients notified by mid-March.
- Reapplication: Students who do not receive an award may apply the following January again.
- Co-op experiences: Scholarships are deferred during semester-long co-ops and resume upon return.
Sustainable Materials and Technology Scholarships
The Sustainable Materials and Technology program offers merit-based scholarships to incoming first-year students, transfer students and continuing students. More than 40% of students receive scholarships each year, with awards ranging from $500 to $3,000.
Scholarship Requirements
To qualify for a scholarship, students must:
- Be enrolled full time in the Sustainable Materials and Technology major.
- Follow the semester-by-semester plan.
- Not receive a full NC State scholarship covering tuition, housing and living expenses.
How to Apply
- Incoming students: Complete the Pack Assist scholarship application after admission. Priority deadline: Feb. 15.
- Changing majors: Request a change to Sustainable Materials and Technology by April 15. Email [email protected].
- Continuing students: Apply through Pack Assist by May 1 for the following academic year.
Important Notes
Scholarships are awarded for one year and are not renewable.
