Boost: North Carolina’s accelerated college to career program

Students who are interested in transferring to a university in a science, technology, engineering or math field and want to complete their degree as quickly as possible need to check out the Boost program.

Boost was created by the North Carolina Community College System to get students through college into high-wage, in-demand careers in a shorter period. The program targets high-growth fields, such as biotechnology, health care, engineering, advanced manufacturing and information technology, and works to break down barriers students might face in completing their education.

Boost supports you along the way.

• A dedicated Boost academic advisor is provided to meet your academic and career goals
• Student support services and other assistance programs are available when you need them
• You will have the full Boost team behind you, giving you the comprehensive support you need to succeed
• A monthly $100 stipend for meeting attendance and grade requirements

Do you qualify for this North Carolina program?

• North Carolina residents (eligible for in-state tuition)
• Have a high school diploma or high school equivalency certificate (not open to dual-enrollment students)
• Have completed 24 or fewer program-applicable credits earned or in progress
• Enroll in an eligible degree or diploma program
• Applied for financial aid through FAFSA for the current academic year
• Receive the Pell Grant or Next NC Scholarship or are utilizing veterans benefits
• Able to complete college-level math and English requirements in the first academic year
• Plan to complete at least 24 credit hours per academic year (Fall, Spring and Summer)

 

Eligible Programs

Associate in Science
Associate in Engineering
Associate in Arts in Teacher Preparation
Associate in Science in Teacher Preparation
Information Technology
Building Construction Technology
Electrical/Electronics Technology
Computer Engineering Technology
Electrical Engineering Technology
Electronics Engineering Technology
Mechanical Engineering Technology
Mechatronics Engineering Technology
Associate Degree Nursing
Dental Hygiene
Practical Nursing
Computer-Aided Drafting Technology
Industrial Systems Technology
Welding Technology

NC Boost Program Expectations

Students who are accepted into the program are automatically placed in the High Support Tier category for their first semester. After their first semester, students may level down to medium support or low support depending on grades, attendance, and advisor discretion.

 

Students who meet all program expectations are eligible to receive a $100 stipend per month (up to $800 per academic year). Additionally, students are eligible to receive up to $300 per semester in textbook allowance ( up to $600 per year).