Samuel M. Taylor Memorial Life Sciences Scholarship
Established in memory of Samuel M. Taylor, a founder and president of NCBIO, this scholarship helps eligible students enrolled in life sciences courses continue their education towards an associate’s degree. Awards include up to $3,000 per year to cover tuition, fees, and books
2025-2026 Samuel M Taylor Memorial Life Sciences Scholarship
The Samuel M. Taylor Memorial Life Sciences Scholarship was established in memory of Sam Taylor, a founder and president of NCLifeSci, the trade association for life science companies in North Carolina. Sam was passionate about North Carolina’s life sciences industry and served at NCLifeSci’s helm for more than 25 years. He was instrumental in the establishment of the NCBioImpact training program to support the growth of biopharma manufacturing in our state and ensure training opportunities for North Carolinians seeking a career in the industry. BioNetwork, the life science training initiative of the North Carolina Community College System, is a key member of the NCBioImpact collaborative. To learn more, visit: www.ncbionetwork.org/sam-taylor-scholarship
Student Eligibility Requirements
Qualifying applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be a North Carolina resident for tuition purposes.
- Be enrolled in one of the programs listed below:
- Clinical Research Associate (A45190)
- Facility Maintenance Technology (A50190)
- Biotechnoogy – Bioanalytical Laboratory Technology (A20100)
- Biotechnology – Bioprocess Manufacturing Technology (A20100)
- Meet Satisfactory Academic Progress requirements of the community college. Must maintain a minimum 2.00 GPA at the end of each semester.
- Continuous enrollment in one of the listed programs for the duration of the scholarship at the college where enrolled at the time of the scholarship award.
- Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at www.studentaid.gov
- Complete the NCCCS application for the Samuel M. Taylor Memorial Life Sciences scholarship.
- Submit an essay explaining your interest in life science field of study, your goals after graduation, and how the scholarship will help you financially.
- Late applications may not be considered.
College Requirements
- Late applications may not be considered.
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- Submit applications and supporting documents to Financial Aid Term Scholarship Reporting at fatsr@nccommunitycolleges.edu.
*Preference may be given to students with limited financial aid from other programs.
College personnel will submit all applications to the NC Community College System via email at fatsr@nccommunitycolleges.edu.
Recipients of the scholarships will be selected each year by the scholarship committee of the North Carolina Community College System along with two individuals designated by NCLifeSci.
Factors considered in the selection process include but are not limited to financial need, scholarship achievement, designated goals, and demonstrated interest in pursuing a life science career in North Carolina.
Scholarship candidates shall be selected, and the scholarships awarded without regard to race, gender, color, creed, religious preference, age, national origin or disability.
2025-26 Samuel M Taylor Memorial Life Sciences Scholarship App Updated 05.2025