Varies; selections are based on academic record and involvement in extracurricular activities. All students must be admitted to the University and must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. it has been determined that the Merit Scholarship Application is no longer required for entering freshman. Decisions regarding Merit Scholarship awards will be based on admissions application date and superior scholastic achievement and potential. Where required, endowed scholarship applications are available online. Offers a merit scholarship specific to Native Americans as well as for the general population. Also a North Carolina Council of Epsilon Sigma Alpha scholarship for students studying to work with exceptional children.