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Kid Piggy Bank
May 22, 2019
How Much Can I Contribute to My NC 529 Account Annually?

Everyone knows that an NC 529 Account is one of the best ways to save for an education. An NC 529 Plan is easy, effective, and anyone can contribute to it. Parents, family, and friends can all do their part to pitch in for education.

College Planning Guide
May 22, 2019
The Ultimate College Planning Guide

High school students planning for college need this College Planning Guide. This guide walks students and parents through the steps to enroll in college.

College Selection Criteria
May 15, 2019
Four Important College Selection Criteria When Planning For College

Is it time to start planning for college? Here are four important college selection criteria to help you make your decision.

College Search
May 1, 2019
110 Great College Choices in North Carolina

Colleges and universities are not one-size-fits-all, and you’ll want to determine the ones that most closely match your educational goals before applying. As you look ahead to college, there are many schools in North Carolina with a wide range of programs and costs. Read on to learn which options could be the best choice for you! Here’s an overview of the types of institutions in North Carolina, and there’s even more detail available on each school on the CFNC website.

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April 17, 2019
Post High School Choices

High school can sometimes seem like it will go on forever, but it won't. After school, you have to make a choice about what you want to do with your life. There are a number of factors involved in this decision. You may have financial constraints, or maybe you’re not sure what you want to do yet. Maybe you’re eager for a break from academics and want to try something new, or see the world.

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April 10, 2019
A Guide to Understanding FERPA and Your Rights

In this Guide to Understanding FERPA we will explain privacy of data for students, the rights of parents and students, and FERPA waiver.

College Prep
April 3, 2019
College Prep Classes

College Prep classes are classes taught at an advanced level, to prepare you for the kind of coursework you’ll encounter in college. These could include Honors, Advanced Placement, and International Baccalaureate classes, and North Carolina has unique opportunities through Career and College Promise options. Choose courses that challenge you. They’re harder to get an A in, but they can strengthen your academic prep, and some grades are weighted and count for more when calculating your GPA.

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March 27, 2019
Start Your Own Race to College

The feeling of excitement is in the air. The thrill of anticipation is on the faces of thousands. The signal is given, and the crowd erupts in a deafening roar. The racers are off, and fans cheer the contestants toward the finish line. The first racer reaches the end and the stadium explodes into applause. The winner looks over the crowd and smiles triumphantly. They let out a giggle and a shrill cry of jubilation.

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March 20, 2019
8 Reasons Why You Should Go to College

People always tell students that college is important. They don’t always tell them why. Here are 8 good reasons for why students should go to college.

Calculator
February 11, 2019
529 Account: What Are Investments?

Investments are a great opportunity to build a nest egg and save for the future. The three main types are stocks, bonds and cash investments; however, it’s important to note that investments can come in many forms such as buying a house, owning an art collection or gathering a selection of rare coins. Building a diverse portfolio can help you prepare for the future.