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Choose A College
June 25, 2019
How To Choose A College

There are many ways to go about this, and the process will be a little different for each student. You’ll need to devote some time to doing research, and talk to your high school counselor, teachers, and mentors to get all the information you need to decide. Here are a few ways you can narrow down your choices. To research North Carolina colleges and universities, both public and private, click the button below.

App Deadlines
May 29, 2019
What to Know About College Application Deadlines

College is around the corner. With only a year or two left until graduation, it’s time to start wrapping up those applications. If you’re serious about higher education, then you know that the application process really starts during your junior year of high school.

Grad Hat
May 28, 2019
Should I Try to Graduate Early?

You're eligible to graduate early. Should you? Here are some things to consider as you try to make a decision about your future.

Kid Piggy Bank
May 22, 2019
How Much Can I Contribute to My NC 529 Account Annually?

Everyone knows that an NC 529 Account is one of the best ways to save for an education. An NC 529 Plan is easy, effective, and anyone can contribute to it. Parents, family, and friends can all do their part to pitch in for education.

College Planning Guide
May 22, 2019
The Ultimate College Planning Guide

High school students planning for college need this College Planning Guide. This guide walks students and parents through the steps to enroll in college.

College Selection Criteria
May 15, 2019
Four Important College Selection Criteria When Planning For College

Is it time to start planning for college? Here are four important college selection criteria to help you make your decision.

College Search
May 1, 2019
110 Great College Choices in North Carolina

Colleges and universities are not one-size-fits-all, and you’ll want to determine the ones that most closely match your educational goals before applying. As you look ahead to college, there are many schools in North Carolina with a wide range of programs and costs. Read on to learn which options could be the best choice for you! Here’s an overview of the types of institutions in North Carolina, and there’s even more detail available on each school on the CFNC website.

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April 17, 2019
Post High School Choices

High school can sometimes seem like it will go on forever, but it won't. After school, you have to make a choice about what you want to do with your life. There are a number of factors involved in this decision. You may have financial constraints, or maybe you’re not sure what you want to do yet. Maybe you’re eager for a break from academics and want to try something new, or see the world.

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April 10, 2019
A Guide to Understanding FERPA and Your Rights

In this Guide to Understanding FERPA we will explain privacy of data for students, the rights of parents and students, and FERPA waiver.

College Prep
April 3, 2019
College Prep Classes

College Prep classes are classes taught at an advanced level, to prepare you for the kind of coursework you’ll encounter in college. These could include Honors, Advanced Placement, and International Baccalaureate classes, and North Carolina has unique opportunities through Career and College Promise options. Choose courses that challenge you. They’re harder to get an A in, but they can strengthen your academic prep, and some grades are weighted and count for more when calculating your GPA.