Institutional Scholarships
Northeast offers a large number of scholarships which are based on ACT performance, academic achievement, career/technical incentive, activity, leadership, participation, and competition.
Institutional Scholarships along with specific criteria for each scholarship are listed below. An application is required and should be submitted to Coordinator of Scholarships. Scholarships are subject to the availability of scholarship funds.
Applications should be submitted by April 1st for priority consideration. Applications received after April 1st will be processed in order determined by the date received and availability of funds. Students will be notified promptly regarding the status of their application.
General criteria applying to Institutional Scholarships is as follows:
- Institutional Scholarships may be awarded for four (4) semesters.
- Institutional Scholarships awarded, regardless of type and budget of funds, will be considered in determining the maximum number of semesters provided.
- Students must enroll in and complete at least 15 semester hours (12 academic hours) to receive institutional scholarships with a minimum 3.0 GPA per semester.
- Students must enroll in and complete at least 12 semester hours to receive Participation and Competition scholarships with a minimum 2.0 GPA per semester.
- Academic, ACT, Career/Technical, Activity, Leadership and participation/competition scholarships may be combined up to the amount for regular tuition, dorm, meals, registration fee and technology/activity fee. A 90+ GPA and any ACT scholarship may not be combined. iPads are not covered by any institutional scholarships.
- These scholarships are awarded in an amount of one-fourth each semester and are renewable based upon the criteria listed under each scholarship.
- These scholarships do not cover the out-of-state portion of tuition.
Specific scholarships and criteria for each are as follows:
ACT Performance
Presidential ACT Scholarship (ACT 28+)**
Average Semester Value: $4,675
Average Two-Year Value: $18,700
Covers tuition and fees, dorm, and meal plan. Renewable for four semesters with:
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Completion of 15 credit hours per semester
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3.0 semester GPA
Vice-Presidential ACT Scholarship (ACT 24–27)
Semester Value: $1,915
Two-Year Value: $7,660
Tuition scholarship renewable for four semesters with:
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Completion of 15 credit hours per semester
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3.0 semester GPA
Tiger Merit ACT Scholarship (ACT 22–23)
Semester Value: $957.50
Two-Year Value: $3,830
Half-tuition scholarship renewable for four semesters with:
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Completion of 15 credit hours per semester
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3.0 semester GPA
Tiger Academic Scholarship (ACT 19–21 or GPA 90+)
Semester Value: $200
Two-Year Value: $800
Renewable for four semesters with:
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Completion of 15 credit hours per semester
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3.0 semester GPA
Note: The GPA 90+ scholarship cannot be combined with any ACT scholarship.
Additional Information
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Scholarships are available to first-time freshman students only.
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Transfer and returning students should contact the Scholarship Office for additional scholarship opportunities.
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** Begins - Fall of 2026. Replaces the current requirement of 30+
Academic Achievement
Valedictorian/Salutatorian
Semester Value: $1,915
Two-Year Value: $7,660
First and second in class based on GPA. A tuition scholarship renewable based upon completing a
15 semester hour credit load each semester with a 3.0 GPA each semester for four semesters.
Please note that these scholarships are for first time freshman students. Transfer and Returning Students please see the scholarship office for scholarship opportunities.
Career/Technical Incentive
Special/Career Incentive
Semester Value: $1,915
Two-Year Value: $7,660
A tuition scholarship for students who are first place winner in DECA, FBLA, FCCLA, FFA, HOSA, Skills USA, TSA, or any other nationally affiliated career/technical organization on the state and/or national level.
Career Incentive
Semester Value: $957.50
Two-Year Value: $3,830
A one-half (1/2) tuition scholarship for students who are a second or third place winner in DECA, FBLA, FCCLA, FFA, HOSA, Skills USA, TSA, or any other nationally affiliated career/technical organization on state and/or national level.
Please note that both the Special Career Incentive and Career Incentive are renewable based on a 15 semester hour credit load each semester with a 3.0 GPA each semester for four semesters. These scholarships are for first time freshman students. Transfer and Returning Students please see the scholarship office for scholarship opportunities.
Leadership
Criteria: Must be an entering freshman with demonstrated participation and contributions in a minimum of two (2) high school clubs or civic organizations and leadership ability as demonstrated by selection as an officer in a church, school, or community organization. Verification is required by the student’s high school counselor or principal. This scholarship is renewable based upon completing a 15 semester hour credit load each semester with a 3.0 GPA each semester for four semesters. (Scholarship application required)
*NOTE: These scholarships are for first time freshman students. Transfer and Returning Students please see the scholarship office for scholarship opportunities.
Presidential Leadership
The Presidential Leadership Scholarship is a distinguished award granted to high school seniors who have been nominated by their principals, counselors, and career coaches for exemplifying outstanding leadership within their schools and communities. A tuition scholarship is renewable upon completing a 15-semester hour credit load each semester with a 3.0 GPA each semester for four semesters. (Scholarship application required)
Activity
Criteria: Must excel in school sponsored clubs, organizations and extra-curricular activities. A letter of recommendation is required. The scholarship is renewable based upon completing a 15 semester hour credit load each semester for four semesters with a GPA of 3.0 each semester. Awarded by the Vice President of Student’s Office. (Scholarship Application Required) * Limited Number Available*
*NOTE: These scholarships are for first time freshman students. Transfer and Returning Students please see the scholarship office for scholarship opportunities.
Participation and Competition
These scholarships are awarded to students who have special abilities, skills or talents who are selected to participate in a related activity while attending NEMCC. Included are athletic scholarships, band scholarships, cheerleading scholarships, chorus scholarships, piano and voice scholarships, journalism scholarships, commercial art scholarships and country western music scholarships. All students awarded these scholarships are required to maintain enrollment as full time students (minimum of 12 semester hours or greater) each semester for which scholarships are received. Selection is made by respective NE coach, Director, or instructor based upon previous exemplary performance and/or competitive try-outs.
Scholarship amounts and requirements vary according to the particular scholarship. Requirements specific to a particular scholarship are set by the Coach, Director, or instructor. Some scholarship requirements may be determined by national, state, and/or NEMCC regulations and guidelines. Expectations and requirements for various scholarships will be clearly communicated in writing to respective students. Failure to comply will be grounds for reducing or terminating the scholarship upon sufficient notice. Scholarships may not be awarded in amount greater than the amount that could be awarded to a Mississippi resident with the exception of regulations that apply to athletics.
Athletic Scholarships are awarded by the Athletic Department. Interested applicants should contact the head coach of the various intercollegiate sports.
Band Scholarships are awarded to members of the Northeast Tiger Band. Scholarships average one-half tuition and fees and one-half room and board per semester. The Director of the Northeast Band should be contacted for additional information and application forms.
Cheerleaders at Northeast Mississippi Community College are selected by a panel of judges to represent the college at athletic events. Selections are made for one academic year, and are made on the basis of try-outs. Cheerleaders are awarded a scholarship each semester. Cheerleaders must be enrolled as full-time students each semester and must maintain a 2.00 GPA.
Chorus Scholarships are awarded to students comprising the Northeast Chorus. Selections are made by the Director of the Northeast Chorus.
Commercial Artist Scholarship recipient is selected by the Department of Art. Northeast provides annually a full tuition scholarship to a commercial art student who does commercial art work, upon request, for the various departments on campus. Hours worked are equal to tuition rate divided by the current work study hourly rate.
Country Western Music Scholarships are awarded to students comprising the Country Western Chorus. Selections are made by the Director of the Country Western program.
Journalism Scholarships are offered annually to freshman or sophomore editors of the student newspaper. Recipient is selected by the faculty advisor of student publications.
Music Department Scholarships are awarded in piano and voice to talented students. Selections are made by the Music Department.
Pom Squad Scholarships are awarded to outstanding dances that perform at basketball games and other select activities. Selection is made from the Tiger Dancers. Students must participate as a Tiger Dancer in order to have the opportunity to participate with the Pom Squad. Tiger Dancers will be notified about try outs.
Theatre Department Scholarships are awarded to actors, crew, and stagecraft applicants. Contact the Director of Theatre for more information.
Tiger Ambassadors are offered a work study position on a semester basis to represent and assist the college at recruiting/college fairs and to assist with other duties involving contact with prospective students. To apply see the Director of Enrollment Services or call 662.720.7591 for information.
Tiger Dancer scholarships are awarded to outstanding dancers for their participation in the Northeast Tiger Band. For more information about tryouts contact the Director of Bands.
NOTE: Try-outs, if required, for the above scholarships will be announced and publicized. For information, call 662.720.7273 and ask to speak to the appropriate coach, director, or instructor. Information may also be obtained on-line at www.nemcc.edu.