Scholarships and Giving

 Meritage Homes Scholarship

The Meritage Homes Scholarship Fund the purpose for establishing this fund is to provide five equal scholarships to a sophomore or junior student pursuing degrees in Geomatics and Construction Management. A committee appointed by the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships shall choose the recipient(s) for the Meritage Homes Scholarship Fund in accordance with University policy. Five (5) equal scholarships will be awarded to sophomore and junior students during the 2022-2023 and 2023- 2024 academic year based on the following criteria:

1. Recipient(s) must be an undergraduate sophomore or junior student who demonstrates a sustained academic performance by maintaining a minimum 2.8 cumulative grade point average for this merit award

2. Recipient(s) must have a declared major in Geomatics and Construction Management in the College of Science and Technology. a. Preference will be given to students who reside from a historically marginalized community.

3. Recipient(s) will have the opportunity to intern with Meritage Homes beginning the summer of 2023 (relocation assistance up to $2,500 if internship is outside of the recipient’s market). Recipient(s) successfully completing an internship during the summer of 2023 may be eligible to reapply with no guarantee of award. 

Please contact Dr. Ferguson for scholarship application. (acferguson@ncat.edu)

Ryan Companies Brilliance Scholarship Fund -NEW Scholarship!

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (the “University”) acknowledges with gratitude the generous commitment of $120,000 from Ryan Companies US, Inc. to support student scholarships. This fund will be known as the Ryan Companies Brilliance Scholarship Fund. The Donor(s) purpose for establishing this fund is to provide scholarships to junior or senior students majoring in Construction Management. A committee appointed by the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships shall choose the recipient(s) for the Ryan Companies Brilliance Scholarship Fund in accordance with University policy. Two $6,000 scholarships will be awarded annually to two construction management students based on the following criteria:
1. Recipient(s) must be an undergraduate junior or senior student who demonstrates a sustained academic performance with a minimum 3.0 grade point average.
2. Recipient(s) must have a declared major in Construction Management in the College of Science and Technology.
a. Preference will be given to students from historically marginalized and under-served communities. Recipients must provide a 250-word personal statement for this award.
b. Merit will be a secondary factor for this award.
Please contact Dr. Ferguson for application information.(acferguson@ncat.edu)

J.E. Dunn Scholarship (Construction Management and Geomatics)

We are excited to announce the annual scholarship opportunity from JE Dunn Construction Company!  The JE Dunn Scholarship Award is a $5,000 scholarship paid over the course of two years and will be awarded to 2 students from the NCA&T Built Environment department on an annual basis.

For JE Dunn, building a diverse and inclusive workforce means more than simply recruiting top talent - it means mentoring a new generation of builders while fostering a culture of innovation and creative thinking. JE Dunn believes in growing as a team and providing opportunities to set the foundation for a career in construction. Geared toward Geomatics, Construction Management and Environmental Health and Safety Students, the JE Dunn Scholarship  supports their 3-pillar strategy for diversity and inclusion: workforce, workplace, and marketplace.

To qualify for the JE Dunn Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Sophomore student
• Person of color
• Enrolled in a Geomatics, Construction Management or Environmental Health and Safety program
• Hold a 3.0 GPA

 Awards will occur in the Spring of 2022 ($2,500) and the Fall of 2022 ($2,500) and also includes a guaranteed paid internship experience with JE Dunn during the Summer of 2022.

JE Dunn is accepting applications for the scholarship between today and Friday, September 24th, 2021.  To be considered, please submit the following to me at acferguson@ncat.edu:

1. Your CV/resume
2. Letter indicating why you have an interest in working in the fields of Construction Management, Geomatics or Environmental Health and Safety, and even what areas or specialty you find most interesting. You may include anything interesting about yourself (one page)
3. Two letters of support: We suggest either Professors or a Previous Supervisor in the field that you have worked (one page each)
4. Unofficial Transcript from NCAT

**All documents must be neat, well organized and legible.

 A team of JE Dunn leaders and NCAT Professors will review the applications and recipients will be announced by October 1st, 2021.  An interview to speak to the student might be necessary to make a final determination. This opportunity may lead to future internships and job opportunities with JE Dunn, a leader in the field of Construction.

If you have any questions, please contact me at (acferguson@ncat.edu).

This is wonderful opportunity to learn from some of the best in the industry at a nationally recognized company. Don’t miss it!

Russell Hitt Memorial Scholarship Fund in the amount of $5,000 is available for each academic year from Fall 21 to Fall 25 for one outstanding student each year who maintain a 3.0 GPA and show active participation in student and department activities.  Please contact Dr. Alesia Ferguson (Chair of Built Environment) for more information. Announcements will be made each year for faculty to nominate students for this scholarship. 

True Homes Foundation Scholarship 

This Scholarship exists to specifically advance opportunities for minorities and/or women in the residential construction and land development industry. 

• The scholarship is primarily for 4- year construction programs in universities within North and South Carolina. 
• It is available to rising juniors or seniorswho are pursing degrees in Construction Management (or similar).
• The Scholarshipwill be $5,000 for each the Junior and Senior year (total $10,000) and will be paid to the University from the True Homes Foundation.  This will be done in cooperation with National Housing Endowment (NHE).
• True Homes Foundation may make up to 10 scholarship opportunities available to be granted to qualified candidates.  

We believe that this will help provide a solution to an ongoing need for students within our communities that we serve and the homebuilding industry. For more information, requirements and the application for the True Homes Foundation Scholarship can be found at: https://www.truehomesusa.com/the-true-homes-scholarship

BLTECM - Student Scholarship

The BLTECM Prepare for Future Advisory Board was established to provide learning opportunities for personal growth, workforce productivity, and community service. BLTECM serves the diverse population of students by delivering quality educational programs and services, through partnerships with educational institutions. One avenue that BLTECM provides growth is by offering student financial aid through scholarship programs. The BLTECM Prepare for Future Advisory Board is pleased to offer the following student scholarship opportunity:

1. BTLECM will offer $2,000.00 per year in student scholarships or $1,000.00 per semester.
2. The scholarship will be offered to two students per semester at $500.00 per student.
3. Students must provide a complete and accurate scholarship application by the deadline outlined.
4. Upon review of applications, the Advisory Board will narrow down the selection to two students that must complete an interview via Zoom or other type venue. A student will be selected based on the interview and application documents and receive the $500.00 scholarship accordingly.

Selection of student to receive the scholarship is at the sole discretion of the board.
It is a pleasure to provide this scholarship opportunity to the students of the Construction Management program of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University and look forward to all applicants. The deadline for this scholarship is Oct. 31nd, 2021. The winners wil be anounced Nov. 15th 2021. For more information please contact Alesia Ferguson - acferguson@ncat.edu.

CM Student Scholarships

Contact the department for further information: Alesia Ferguson acferguson@ncat.edu

Aggie-National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)- Residential Construction Scholarships Program

Through a grant funded by the NAHB and True Homes, USA, the Department of Built Environment is offering $500 scholarships to new students who are interested in residential construction careers and enroll in the Construction Management program at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.
Limited scholarships are available for qualifying students.
For further information, please contact Dr. Andrea Ofori-Boadu at andreao@ncat.edu

ADS System Safety Consultants, LLC Scholarships

We will be offering Five - $500.00 dollar Scholarships funded by ADS System Safety Consultants, LLC to new incoming EHS Freshman for the Fall 2021. Please contact the Built Environment Department for more Information email: Dr. Alesia Ferguson email: acferguson@ncat.edu

EHS student Scholarships

Scholarships are available to students whose GPA are above 3.0 or who have demonstrated outstanding effort and participation in department and student activities.
Contact the department for further information: Alesia Ferguson acferguson@ncat.edu

Meritage Homes Scholarship

The Meritage Homes Scholarship Fund the purpose for establishing this fund is to provide five equal scholarships to a sophomore or junior student pursuing degrees in Geomatics and Construction Management. A committee appointed by the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships shall choose the recipient(s) for the Meritage Homes Scholarship Fund in accordance with University policy. Five (5) equal scholarships will be awarded to sophomore and junior students during the 2022-2023 and 2023- 2024 academic year based on the following criteria:

1. Recipient(s) must be an undergraduate sophomore or junior student who demonstrates a sustained academic performance by maintaining a minimum 2.8 cumulative grade point average for this merit award

2. Recipient(s) must have a declared major in Geomatics and Construction Management in the College of Science and Technology. a. Preference will be given to students who reside from a historically marginalized community.

3. Recipient(s) will have the opportunity to intern with Meritage Homes beginning the summer of 2023 (relocation assistance up to $2,500 if internship is outside of the recipient’s market). Recipient(s) successfully completing an internship during the summer of 2023 may be eligible to reapply with no guarantee of award. 

Please contact Dr. Ferguson for scholarship application. (acferguson@ncat.edu)

J.E. Dunn Scholarship (Construction Management and Geomatics)

We are excited to announce the annual scholarship opportunity from JE Dunn Construction Company!  The JE Dunn Scholarship Award is a $5,000 scholarship paid over the course of two years and will be awarded to 2 students from the NCA&T Built Environment department on an annual basis.

For JE Dunn, building a diverse and inclusive workforce means more than simply recruiting top talent - it means mentoring a new generation of builders while fostering a culture of innovation and creative thinking. JE Dunn believes in growing as a team and providing opportunities to set the foundation for a career in construction. Geared toward Geomatics, Construction Management and Environmental Health and Safety Students, the JE Dunn Scholarship  supports their 3-pillar strategy for diversity and inclusion: workforce, workplace, and marketplace.

To qualify for the JE Dunn Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Sophomore student
• Person of color
• Enrolled in a Geomatics, Construction Management or Environmental Health and Safety program
• Hold a 3.0 GPA

 Awards will occur in the Spring of 2022 ($2,500) and the Fall of 2022 ($2,500) and also includes a guaranteed paid internship experience with JE Dunn during the Summer of 2022.

JE Dunn is accepting applications for the scholarship between today and Friday, September 24th, 2021.  To be considered, please submit the following to me at acferguson@ncat.edu:

1. Your CV/resume
2. Letter indicating why you have an interest in working in the fields of Construction Management, Geomatics or Environmental Health and Safety, and even what areas or specialty you find most interesting. You may include anything interesting about yourself (one page)
3. Two letters of support: We suggest either Professors or a Previous Supervisor in the field that you have worked (one page each)
4. Unofficial Transcript from NCAT

**All documents must be neat, well organized and legible.

 A team of JE Dunn leaders and NCAT Professors will review the applications and recipients will be announced by October 1st, 2021.  An interview to speak to the student might be necessary to make a final determination. This opportunity may lead to future internships and job opportunities with JE Dunn, a leader in the field of Construction.

If you have any questions, please contact me at (acferguson@ncat.edu).

This is wonderful opportunity to learn from some of the best in the industry at a nationally recognized company. Don’t miss it!

Stewart - Geomatics Student Scholarship

Stewart is pleased to announce the 1st Stewart Diversity Student Scholarship Award application. The scholarships are intended to support minority and/or women full-time students enrolled in Geomatics-related courses/activities at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.  To be eligible, applicants must be enrolled, full-time during the 2020/2021 academic year, have a GPA of 2.5 or higher, and be a rising junior or senior. It is a pleasure to provide this scholarship opportunity to the students of the Geomatics program of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University and we look forward to all applicants. 

Applications are due by April 23, 2021. The Stewart Scholarship Committee will review the applicants’ documentation and all will be notified of the results by May 7th, 2021.

Stewart will offer $2,400.00 per semester in student scholarships.The scholarships will be offered to two students per semester at $1,200.00 per student. Selection of students to receive the scholarship is at the sole discretion of the board.

Application Instructions:

1. To apply for the Stewart $1,200.00 Scholarship, please complete the application form and submit it to  Jerry Nave at - jwnave@ncat.edu by April 23, 2021. Late, incomplete, or inaccurate applications will not be considered.
2. Please include a current copy of your resume.
3. Be sure to carefully read and answer each question below in the last section of this application.

     The Application for the Stewart Scholarship can be found here.

New Geomatics Student $500 Enrollment Scholarship

The NCSS Educational Foundation is sponsoring a special scholarship opportunity for 10 NEW students entering the Geomatics program.

• NCSS Educational Foundation Scholarship
• NSPS Foundation Scholarship

Contact Person: Jerry Nave: jwnave@ncat.edu

Scholarships are available to students whose GPA are above 3.0 or who have demonstrated outstanding effort and participation in department and student activities.

J.E. Dunn Scholarship (Construction Management and Geomatics)

We are excited to announce the annual scholarship opportunity from JE Dunn Construction Company!  The JE Dunn Scholarship Award is a $5,000 scholarship paid over the course of two years and will be awarded to 2 students from the NCA&T Built Environment department on an annual basis.

For JE Dunn, building a diverse and inclusive workforce means more than simply recruiting top talent - it means mentoring a new generation of builders while fostering a culture of innovation and creative thinking. JE Dunn believes in growing as a team and providing opportunities to set the foundation for a career in construction. Geared toward Geomatics, Construction Management and Environmental Health and Safety Students, the JE Dunn Scholarship  supports their 3-pillar strategy for diversity and inclusion: workforce, workplace, and marketplace.

To qualify for the JE Dunn Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Sophomore student
• Person of color
• Enrolled in a Geomatics, Construction Management or Environmental Health and Safety program
• Hold a 3.0 GPA

 Awards will occur in the Spring of 2022 ($2,500) and the Fall of 2022 ($2,500) and also includes a guaranteed paid internship experience with JE Dunn during the Summer of 2022.

JE Dunn is accepting applications for the scholarship between today and Friday, September 24th, 2021.  To be considered, please submit the following to me at acferguson@ncat.edu:

1. Your CV/resume
2. Letter indicating why you have an interest in working in the fields of Construction Management, Geomatics or Environmental Health and Safety, and even what areas or specialty you find most interesting. You may include anything interesting about yourself (one page)
3. Two letters of support: We suggest either Professors or a Previous Supervisor in the field that you have worked (one page each)
4. Unofficial Transcript from NCAT

**All documents must be neat, well organized and legible.

 A team of JE Dunn leaders and NCAT Professors will review the applications and recipients will be announced by October 1st, 2021.  An interview to speak to the student might be necessary to make a final determination. This opportunity may lead to future internships and job opportunities with JE Dunn, a leader in the field of Construction.

If you have any questions, please contact me at (acferguson@ncat.edu).

This is wonderful opportunity to learn from some of the best in the industry at a nationally recognized company. Don’t miss it!

Video of past recipients of the JE Dunn award 

J.E. Dunn Scholarship Spring 2022 recipients are Zechariah Garrison and Tyler Levinar.

Meritage Scholarship awardees($2500 ea. Fall) - Congratualtions to 

Ajari Mattox

Elvis Morales Santos

Hunter Tart

Kemar Butler

Malloy Shamwell

Mark Thomas

Nakia Nixon

Nya Henry-Wilson

Trevon Hill

Zianna Hodges

Ryan Brilliance Scholarships (6K awards annually)

College of Science and Technology

CM-Grace Petty               

CM-Victoria Reynolds    

Engineering

CE- Robertson, Alexandria  

AE- Walton, Autumn      

Congratulations to our Students: For being awarded the National Safety Council Scholarships

Amaya Fisher (Environmental Health and Safety)

Lillian Johnson (Environmental Health and Safety Management)

Marcus Rayner (Construction Management)

Leila Ruggs (Environmental Health and Safety)

This scholarship provides a $5,000 tuition award renewable for up to four years

Congratulations to 5 of our BLTE department students for recieving the True Homes - True Homes Foundation Scholarships ranging from $5000.00 - $10,000.00 dollars each to cover them for both the Fall and Spring semesters!

Marcus Deangelo Rayner II

Aiden Felton

Victoria Reynolds,

Wilhelm R. Robinson

Kennedy Jones 

True Homes Foundation Scholarships

Congratulations to the following students:

Angel-Gabriel Rubio-Ruiz $5,000
Daniel Castaneda $5,000
Malloy Shamwell $10,000
Joshuea Lindsay $10,000

Hartford Scholarship 

Congratulation to the following students for receiving the Hartford Scholarships of 8K each for Spring 2023-Fall 2024: 

1) Business School: Kaleb Harvey and Yentell James. 

2) Computer Science: Cameron Allen 

3) Environmental Health and Safety: Wilkie Preston 

4) Computer Science and Technology: Keymiah Armstrong 

Turner Construction 

Congratulation for the following students in Built Department for receiving 7k each for Spring 2023-Fall 2024:

1) Nakia Nixon

2) Nya Henry-Wilson 

3) Leila Ruggs

2022 - 2023 Scholarship awards:

Construction Management students, 2023 

$2000 Demetrius Moore   from Russel Hitt Memorial 

$2000  Adrian Cepeda from the Russel Hitt Memorial 

$1000  Avery McElvey  from the Russel Hitt Memorial 

$1000   Helana Stewart from the Russel Hitt Memorial  

$1000   William Robinson from the Russel Hitt Memorial 

$2600 Kanesha Maggette  SOT Griffin/Balfour Beatty

Environmental Health and Safety Student, 2023 

$2000 Ka'Najah Williams from the Issac Barnett Scholarship  

$2000 Daniel Green from Issac Barnett Scholarship 

$2000 Amaya Fisher from Issac Barnett Scholarship  

$1000 Conrad Moss from Issac Barnett Endowed Scholarship

Congratulations to our True Homes Foundation Scholarship Recipients ( Up to $10,000 each).

Ka'Nesha Maggette, Nya Hodge, Loren Beard, Tyree Beard

Meritage - $2,500 - has been awarded to: 

Demetrius Moore, Lige Reese, Mattox, Ajari, Beard, Tyree, Evans, NaShelle 

Ryan Companies Brilliance Scholarship Fund - $6,000 has been awarded to:

Joshua Smith and Angel Rubio-Ruiz

 2021 - 2022 Scholarship awards

Crescent Communities awarded  2700$ Scholarship and Internship in Construction Management to:

Elijah Wright

ADS Scholarships Winners Congratulations for Spring 2022. 

Jahasia Pickett, Ryan Stewart, Jacob Rehlander, John Hahn, Justin Wallace 

 JE DUNN Award 2022 winners Congratulations for the Spring 2022 Award to: 

 Zechariah Garrison and Tyler Levinar 

 BLTE Advisory Board Scholarships Spring Awardees

Aisha S. Benton and Joshua A. Smith

New CM scholarships

NAHB $500 Dollar

Davion Holley, Demetrius Moore, Wanya Alford, Jacob Vanderpool, Saniya Sampson, Randolph Washington, Tyler Leviner, Jarrett McCain, Chloe Howard

HITT Contracting Scholarship - $5,000

Jacob Vanderpool

SKANSKA Scholarship –CM $500

Luis Trejo Velazquez, Ramon Echavarria, Angel-Gabriel Rubio-Ruiz, Logan Akintokun, Randolph Washington, Del Gull

New EHS scholarships

ADS – EHS New Student - $500

Kalih Simpson, Caelyn Williams, Justin Detter, Jahasia Picket, Justin Henderson

Lynch-Ramseur Endowment-EHS - $2000 Scholarship

Tenisha McClain, Nathanael Reed, Emily Icard, Valencia Ingram, Novann Reid, Priscillia Bilolo, Shelby Tinkle, Corey Johnson, Raynor Williams, Ariyana Bowen, Camden Ramsey, David Damon, Samuel Pierre

New GEOM scholarships

NCSS foundation-GEOM- $1,250 - $1500

Samuel Dunbar, Patrick Stevens, Caleb Brown, John Langgevin

EHS scholarships

Barnet Scholarship (EHS students) $1500

Shelby Tinkle, Alyssa Caudwell

CM scholarships

Balfour and Betty Endowment (Construction Management) - $1500

Jailen Lytle, Meseret Senbeta

D.H. Griffin Construction/ Balfour Beatty/ C2 Contractors Endowed Scholarship ($1000)
Fall 2020: Del Gull, Stephen Wray and Michael Gibbs 

Elijah and Marilyn Thorne Endowed Scholarship ($1000)
Fall 2020: Camden Ramsey  and Donte Humphrey 

Congratulations to the 2020/2021 National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Scholarship Recipients. Each student will be receiving $500. They are: Sydney Melvin, Logan Akintokun, Saniya Sampson, Jacob Vanderpool, Aeisha John, Wanya Alford, Daren Tyndall, Aisha Benton, Bryan Urena-Hernadez,Stephen Nyarko.

Aisha Benton, an undergraduate student in Construction Management, and is the first recipient of the True Homes - Female in Construction Management Scholarship, ($10,000). This is a testimony to her academic achievements; Aisha is a double major in Construction Management and Business. She is the President of the CMAA student group, where this only one of her many accomplishments. This award was received in the Fall 2020 semester.

Construction Management: Spring 2020 CMAA Recipients ($500)

Aisha Benton, Del Gull, Amanda Walker, Taryk Charles and Bryan Hernandez

Construction Management: 2019 NAHB Recipients ($500)

Vielka Barber, Kayla Gore, Eduafo Mends, Amir Evans, Amanda Walker, Jacob Vanderpool, Benjamin Lawrence, Deandria Bryant, Chelchi Robertson, Logan Akintokun

Construction Management: 2019 National Association of Women in Construction Scholarships ($1500)

Sydney Melvin, Jacob Vanderpool, Della Moore, Deandria Bryant, Benjamin Lawrence

D.H. Griffin Construction/ Balfour Beatty/ C2 Contractors Endowed Scholarship ($500)

Spring 2020: Amir Evans, Dedriyon Cook and Antwain Mercurius

Elijah and Marilyn Thorne Endowed Scholarship ($1000)

Spring 2020: Samuel Pierre

Geomatics: 2019 Student Freshman Scholarships

Contact Peggy Fersner for more information: fersner@ncat.edu