How to be a JumpStart Scholar

Awards will only be made to students classified as in-state for tuition purposes. If you are classified as out-of-state and are eligible for in-state classification, you will need to talk with Admissions/Registration and get your classification updated before applying.

All applicants must complete the JumpStart application, CPCC Foundation Application and FAFSA:

• JumpStart Application
• CPCC Foundation Application

Application Tips for Completing FAFSA

All applicants must complete a FASFA application. If you need assistance with this application contact Financial Aid. In general, it is a good idea to have all of your personal information on hand before beginning the application process.

Before you apply for FASFA, please be sure to have all the information needed:

1. Have an email account you can check regularly.
    
2. Go to www.pin.ed.gov and create your pin number (It will be better if you assign your own PIN number).
    
3. Gather information
   • Social security Number
   • NC Driver’s License
   • Resident Card (if you are not American)
   • 2007 W-2 Form and money earned record (for 2009–2010 scholl year)
   • NC Tax Return
   • NC untaxed income records (Social security, welfare, temporary assistance or veterans benefits).
      
4. Fill out FAFSA Application www.fafsa.ed.gov (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).
    
5. The Financial Aid/Veterans’ Affairs Department will help you. 704.330.6942
   • Harper: Monday 8:00-5:00 and Thursday 9:00-6:00
   • Harris: Tuesday 8:00-5:00 and Wednesday 9:00-6:00
   • Levine: Monday through Friday 8:00-5:00
   • Central High: Monday 7:00-6:00 Thursday 7:00-6:00 and Friday 8:00-3:00

You will be notified of your acceptance into the program within two weeks.