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Takeila Hall Rep
October 16, 2019
Questions About College? Ask Your Rep: Takeila Hall

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

College Tours
October 2, 2019
Get Ready for Your Upcoming College Tour

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

Career Pathways
September 25, 2019
Certified Career Pathways Pave a Road to Success

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.

Accepted
September 18, 2019
How to Prepare for a College Fair

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

Plan Future Timeline
September 10, 2019
How to Plan for College, Starting Your First Day of High School

It’s never too early to start planning for college!” You might hear that often as you start high school, but what does that mean? Here at College Foundation of North Carolina, we know it means that your actions early on in your education will help determine your success when you finally reach your first year of college.

Clep Testing
August 21, 2019
CLEP Testing for College Credit

CLEP testing is a great way to get college credit before you even set foot on campus! Save money and get ahead of the rest of the class in three hours!

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August 14, 2019
Why Bother Going to College?

Pursuing a college degree can open all kinds of doors for students as they experience professional, social and personal growth.

E Learning Tips
August 7, 2019
E-Learning: Tips for Teens and Parents

The coronavirus pandemic is disrupting schedules and forcing teens to complete the school year at home. Read these 4 tips to get the most from e-learning.

Agriculture Careers
July 19, 2019
Careers in Agriculture in 2020

The agriculture industry spans more than just farming and ranching. Here are the hot careers in agriculture in 2020 and beyond.

2019 Victor Bell Recipient
July 3, 2019
Victor E. Bell Scholarship Encourages Families to Think About College At an Early Age

It’s never too early to begin thinking about college. This scholarship aims to start students on the path to higher education at a younger age. The Victor E. Bell Scholarship is a North Carolina scholarship offered through College Foundation, Inc. (CFI) with the goal of supporting high-potential North Carolina students from limited financial backgrounds. Named for the former Chairman of the Board of Trustees for CFI, the scholarship is awarded annually to ten different seventh-graders across NC.