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Boost applications for Fall 2026 are open until Oct. 31st
Spots are still available for eligible students!
Boost helps you move through college with the support, guidance, and financial help to make it possible! It’s designed for students going into high-salary, high-demand careers. Boost is a smart way to earn your credential and start your career faster!
Boost Benefits:
- Free or reduced tuition - you may pay as little as $0!
- $300 toward textbooks each semester
- A $100 grant each month
- A dedicated advisor from enrollment to graduation
- A community that helps you reach your goals
- One-on-one tutoring and academic support
As a Boost Student, You’ll Need To:
- Complete your gateway English and Math courses in the first year
- Attend Monthly Advising and Boost Events
- Attempt at least 24 credits per academic year
- Maintain a 2.0+ GPA
See If You’re Eligible!
Boost accepts 150 students each academic year. You’ll need to:
- Be a (eligible for in-state tuition)
- Have a high school diploma or high school equivalency
- Maximum 24 college credits (27 for Health Science), including credits earned or in progress; limited exceptions may apply based on review.
- Enroll in an eligible degree program
- Complete the
- Qualify for Pell Grant, the Next NC Scholarship, or receive VA Educational Benefits.
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Boost is made possible by the generous investment of the Laura and John Arnold Foundation.