College Resources & News from CFNC
If you’ve been accepted into college, you may quickly realize the challenge of paying for tuition and other expenses. College costs are steadily increasing, and in 2017, the National Center for Education Statistics reported that 85 percent of college students received some form of financial aid. This statistic reveals the ongoing trend of college students needing to seek out external sources of funding to pay for their collegiate careers.
When planning financial aid for college, grants (free money) and loans (which have to be repaid) are key. Here's how they work, and the pros and cons of each.
If you, or your child is in college, there are many ways to save money on everyday things that add up to real savings in the long run.
Getting ready for college? This helpful college planning timeline will keep you organized and ensure you don't miss very important dates.
Paying off a student loan as soon as possible will decrease the overall cost of the loan. However, there are pros and cons to paying it off early.
Having bad credit or no credit history can make it difficult to get a student loan. Here are some options available to those with poor credit.
Paying off student loans quickly can save you money in the long run. Our experts weigh in on how to effectively pay off your loans ASAP.
Five things you should know about student loan deferment and forbearance.
Applying for college can be overwhelming and stressful. These 11 tips can help alleviate some stress and make you stand out from the pack.
These 10 careers are "future-proof" and considered the best careers for the future based on their demand and salaries.