Special notice for 2026 high school graduates:
Final transcripts will start sending on June18th if you used CFNC to send your transcript earlier in the year. Many colleges take 2-3 weeks to process final transcripts. Check your transcript status in My Dashboard. For more information, visit the Transcript FAQ page.

Reality Check

Reality Check from the North Carolina Department of Commerce is an engaging online tool designed to estimate the income necessary to support your desired lifestyle. You'll be asked questions about where you’d like to live in North Carolina and how you spend your money. From there, you’ll be directed to jobs that meet your financial needs.

Source: NC Department of Commerce, Labor and Economic Analysis Division