College Resources & News from CFNC
The college applications are in, you’ve completed the FAFSA, and you’ve applied for the NC Assist Loan. But, there’s still more you can do to get ready for college. Scholarships are a great way to get extra money for college, and there are scholarships available for everyone.
The process of securing loans to pay for and earn a Masters of Business Administration, or MBA student loans, is much like the process of securing undergraduate student loans. The good news is MBA students often have more funding options available to them.
Opening a 529 education savings account is an effective way to save for your student’s college and K–12 education. The investments you make now into your child’s 529 plan can grow over time, helping your family pay for the educational opportunities that await your child. Let’s explore how to open a 529 account in North Carolina and how to plan to contribute over time.
It’s never too early or too late to engage teens in productive money management. Teaching and modeling good stewardship of money can give younger folks a solid foundation, a sense of empowerment, and habits for success that last a lifetime. Setting teens up on a money managing path can begin with just a few basics.
While there's no doubt that higher education has many benefits, everyone has different reasons why they choose to attend college. Check out these seven benefits of higher education to answer the question of, “Why go to college?”
Whether you’re a high school grad or you want to go back to school to change careers, there are ample resources to help guide you through the process. You’re already off to a great start by reading this article! Continue reading to understand the benefits of a community college education, how to apply to a community college, and where to find help as you complete the application and enrollment process.
Before you can walk the stage with your best friends and walk off into the sunset, you must tackle that dreaded condition that plagues high school seniors around the world: SENIORITIS. In a time where productivity and motivation are more important than ever, symptoms of senioritis, like inactivity, fatigue, or chronic class-skipping, must be stopped before they get serious. Luckily, following these 10 tips will keep you on track for success!
Doing something you love is important, but there are other crucial things to consider to find a career that will support your life goals. Here's what matters most.
If your parents are separated or divorced, there are a couple ways that you can fill out your FAFSA form depending on whether they are still living together or not.
Want to kick-start your child's education fund while they're still young? Here are the best ways to start investing for future education expenses today.