Thank you for your interest in the Cheatham-White Scholarship Program!  Before being given access to the Cheatham-White Scholarship application, a student must first be nominated by themselves or by a school administrator.  Nominations for eligible candidates will be accepted until 11:59:59 p.m. on November 1, 2025.

High school administrators can submit nominations using this form. Students wishing to self-nominate should review the statement below.

Students may self-nominate in their Eagle Promise Portal when submitting an application for undergraduate admission.

To be eligible to apply for the Cheatham-White Scholarship at North Carolina Central University, a student must satisfy the following criteria at the time of application:

•  Be on course to graduate from high school in the spring semester prior to college admission.

•  Be admitted as a freshman in the upcoming fall semester into a baccalaureate program at North Carolina Central University.

•  Be a United States citizen or permanent resident.

•  Have a minimum 4.0 weighted or unweighted cumulative GPA (on a 4.0 scale).

•  Have a minimum SAT (Math and Evidence-Based Reading) score of 1280 or a minimum ACT score of 28 (optional).

•  Show exceptional qualities of character and leadership.

•  Be significantly involved in extracurricular activities.

•  Demonstrate a strong commitment to service.

Please note that any applicant who does not meet the qualifications above will not be considered.

For more information, contact the University Scholars Program at (919) 530-5433 or scholars@nccu.edu.