Freshmen & First-Year Scholarship Program

Investing in the Future of Clark Atlanta University Students

The Panther Alumni Club of the Carolinas (PACC) is committed to supporting the academic success of students attending Clark Atlanta University. Each academic year, PACC awards one-time scholarships to deserving incoming freshmen and first-year students who demonstrate academic achievement, leadership potential, and a commitment to service.

Application Deadline: Monday, July 6, 2026

Scholarship Awards

Ranging from $1,000 -$3000 will be granted to selected applicants based on the strength of their application reviewed by the PACC Scholarship Committee.

Eligibility Requirements

To be considered for the PACC Freshmen & First-Year Scholarship, applicants must meet all of the following criteria:

• Currently reside in North Carolina or South Carolina

• Be a recent high school graduate or current first-year student at Clark Atlanta University

• Have a cumulative unweighted high school GPA of 3.0 or higher

• Be enrolled as an incoming freshman for the upcoming Fall or Spring semester at Clark Atlanta University

• Submit a complete scholarship application package by July 6, 2026

Required Application Materials

Applicants must submit all of the following materials electronically. Incomplete applications may be disqualified from consideration.

1. Letter of Recommendation

   A letter of recommendation from a non-family member, such as a school teacher, faculty member, employer, or community leader. *Not to exceed one page

2. Clark Atlanta University Acceptance Letter

   Provide a copy of your official acceptance letter from Clark Atlanta University.

3. Resume

   A typed copy of the applicant’s resume to include: work experience, community service, volunteer work, and extracurricular activities. 

4. Offical Transcript

   A copy of the applicant’s high school or transferring institution's transcript.

5. Scholarship Essay

   Submit a typed essay of 300–500 words addressing one of the following topics:

   Option 1: Why did you choose to attend Clark Atlanta University?

   Option 2: What is the importance of the Historically Black College and University (HBCU) legacy?

Submission Requirements

• All application materials must be submitted electronically through the online application form.

• Applicants must use a Google account (Gmail) to access and complete the application.

• Applications that are incomplete or missing required documents may be automatically rejected.

PACC is proud to support the next generation of Clark Atlanta University scholars. We encourage all eligible students to apply and share this opportunity with fellow Panthers.