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The Park Scholarships program provides a four-year scholarship to NC State University awarded on the basis of outstanding accomplishments and potential in scholarship, leadership, service and character.
What Makes a Park Scholar?
Scholarship
Park Scholars are intellectually curious students who seek learning experiences beyond the classroom.
Daniel Haller ’22, a 2020 Goldwater Scholar, knew when he came to NC State he wanted to study global infectious diseases. More »
Leadership
Park Scholars listen well, lead by example, take risks, and champion original ideas.
As Student Body President, Timothy Reid ’24 is working to advance policies to improve student well-being. More »
Service
Park Scholars dedicate themselves to making a positive difference in their communities.
Nicholas Oyarzun ’24 and Sam Dotson ’24 created Park Under-Resourced Assistance (PURA) to help bring outstanding students to NC State and the Park Scholarships program. More »
Character
Park Scholars demonstrate the highest levels of integrity, honesty, and conscientiousness.

Elizabeth Dogbe ’21 is passionate about transportation planning and traffic operations and will graduate ready to pursue a meaningful career making transit systems more equitable. More »
Recent News
Joy Tongsri Receives 2026 Outstanding Dissertation Award
Originally published by College of Education news Congratulations to Joy! Joy Tongsri was presented with the Outstanding Dissertation Award during the College of Education’s May...
Syd Fryer ’26 Gives Address at Park Commencement
Syd Fryer ’26 was selected by the Class of 2026 to give the address at the Park Scholarships Commencement. Syd is from Charlotte, North Carolina,...
Announcing the Park Scholarships Class of 2030
The Park Scholarships program at NC State is excited to announce the Class of 2030. The class was selected from a highly competitive pool of...


