The Copper Circle Education Foundation Scholarship Fund will provide a qualifying candidate or candidates the opportunity to receive funds necessary in obtaining a National Apartment Association Education Institute (NAAEI) credential such as CAPS, CAM, CALP, or CAMT. All applicants must hold a valid High School Diploma or equivalent and meet the following minimum multifamily housing employment requirement, including being a member of Triangle Apartment Association. An incomplete application will not be accepted under any circumstances. 

  • CALP (Certified Apartment Leasing Professional) - minimum of six months of onsite property
    management experience in a leasing role.  This can be obtained while taking the course.
  • CAM (Certified Apartment Manager) - one year serving as a property manager/assistant manager in the apartment industry
  • CAMT (Certificate for Apartment Maintenance Technician) - one year serving as a maintenance / service technician
    in the apartment industry
  • CAPS (Certified Apartment Portfolio Supervisor) - must have worked as a multi-site supervisor for 24 months or be a CAM, ARM, or RAM designate in good standing with 24 months of management experience

Careful consideration is given prior to awarding a scholarship with special emphasis placed on an individual’s meeting the requirement listed on the application, commitment to the industry, and overall character.

2024 Scholarship applications must be completed and returned by the deadline date indicated below. All information submitted is strictly confidential. If your management company offers a tuition reimbursement program, then you are not eligible to apply.

  • 2024 CAPS - deadline is Wednesday, August 7, 2024
  • 2024 CAM - deadline is Monday, August 19, 2024
  • 2024 CAMT - deadline is extended to Monday, October 28, 2024

Click here to access online application
Click here to access Scholarship Applicant Authorization Form
Click here to access Letter of Recommendation Form


The Copper Circle Education Foundation does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, national origin, sex, religion, color, disability or familial status.

The recipient(s) will be notified.