College Resources & News from CFNC
As an adult student, you may be wondering where to start. Explore our guide for learning as an adult, applying to a school, and getting financial aid.
For decades, families have been using college savings bonds as a low-risk, long-range savings option to prepare financially for their children’s college education. However, a lot has changed over the years, and parents now have many options to save for their children’s educations.
Making a child savings plan when your kid is young is the best way to prepare for the cost of education down the road. This can also teach your child good money habits and how to plan for the future.
If you’re eager to save money for your child’s college education and you have the means to make a large contribution to their 529 accounts, should you? Can you? You may also be wondering if there are 529 contribution limits for married couples. Here are some answers to help you make the best financial decision for your family.
Half of finding the right job to start your career is knowing where to look. It also helps to have a plan. We put together this list of career planning apps to help students find and apply to jobs and learn to plan their careers while still in school.
One common conundrum for North Carolina students is comparing CFNC vs. Common App, or the Common Application, and deciding which tool is best for submitting college applications. We break down what each tool is used for and how CFNC — a free statewide resource specifically for North Carolina students, parents, and schools — differentiates itself from the international Common App.
College bridge programs are designed to ease a high school student’s transition to college and pave the way for long-term academic success.
Understanding what’s a major in college, deciding whether a minor may be beneficial, and researching majors that are most in demand today can help students as they plan their coursework, and ultimately, prepare for their future success.
Is your GPA good enough to get into college? Here are the factors college admissions counselors consider when determining if you'll be accepted to their school.
A stellar college letter of recommendation can determine whether you'll be accepted to your top college choices—or not. Here's how to get a shining reference.