College Resources & News from CFNC

College Telly Award won. College Foundation of North Carolina was recognized for their video highlighting the need to apply for college and financial aid.

High school seniors are not the only people who should be thinking about college. Beginning freshman year of high school, there are many things that students and parents can start working on.

Are you excited about having college roommates? Many people are, but it's always a good idea to keep these tips in mind as you plan to head off to college!

For more information about North Carolina's National College Savings Program, please review the complete Program Description and Enrollment Agreement available on this website or contact 800-600-3453 to request an enrollment kit that includes both. Before opening an Account, or contributing funds to an existing Account, you should carefully read and consider the Program Description, which includes information on investment objectives, risks, charges, expenses, and other important information.

There’s a bug that starts to circulate among the seniors of any high school, and it becomes especially pronounced during the final semester before graduation. This illness robs seniors of their productivity, stealing hours of precious work and college prep time from them. There are cures, but they require hard work and effort. What bug are we talking about? It has a name counselors and teachers dread: Senioritis. Senioritis is the name for the tendency of many seniors to slow down their work.

Why college is important, Ask your rep: Amy Denton. She explains why college is important and how CFNC can help you prepare for the next educational step.

Questions about college? From budgeting to applications to RDS, CFNC representative, Takeila Hall knows about planning, applying and paying for college.

College tours are an important step in the college selection process. In today’s modern world, many universities offer online tours of the campus, which is a great option. Virtual tours will give you an initial impression of the campus; however, there’s nothing quite like visiting a college in person. College visitations are often a whirlwind of information, but there are steps you can take to make the most of your experience! Come prepared

Starting a new career or thinking about a career change can be a daunting prospect for anybody. Maybe you’re looking to begin your first career path. Perhaps you discovered your true calling later in life. Whatever the case may be, there are resources available that are dedicated to helping you on your journey.To further promote the efforts of the NC Dept of Commerce, Governor Roy Cooper declared the week of Jan 28th through Feb 1st as Career Pathways Week throughout the state of North Carolina.

Attending college fairs can be an incredibly helpful stepping stone for students who are working towards the goal of higher education.