College Resources & News from CFNC
A campus tour tells you a lot about the kind of school you’re attending. It lets you get a candid glimpse of student life.
College visits help high school juniors decide where to apply. This list of questions ensures that you leave with the information you need to make a choice.
Opening a 529 education fund is a smart financial move for families, especially with the rising cost of college. Besides college expenses, the money also can be used to pay for K–12 tuition at public and private schools in many states, including North Carolina.
CFNC regional representative, April Query explains how changing your approach to learning may help smooth the transition from high school to college.
College Telly Award won. College Foundation of North Carolina was recognized for their video highlighting the need to apply for college and financial aid.
Most parents know how important it is to save for college. It’s essential that parents start saving early and save often. Not thinking about the cost of college isn’t going to make it go away. What parents may not realize is that there’s a terrific way to save for school right in their own backyard. Of course, we’re talking about the 529 plan.
High school seniors are not the only people who should be thinking about college. Beginning freshman year of high school, there are many things that students and parents can start working on.
Are you excited about having college roommates? Many people are, but it's always a good idea to keep these tips in mind as you plan to head off to college!
Payday should be more than a reminder on your calendar — it should be a national holiday. After all, can’t we celebrate the day that our hard work turns into cold hard cash in our bank accounts? Okay, that may be a little over the top, but you get the idea.
One of the most daunting tasks of any college application is the personal statement section. For many people, talking about themselves isn’t an easy task. You don’t want to be too full of yourself or exaggerate your accomplishments. However, you still want to stand out to the admissions office at your dream school.