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June 21, 2022
10 Minority Scholarships to Apply for This Academic Year

The college applications are in, you’ve completed the FAFSA, and you’ve applied for the NC Assist Loan. But, there’s still more you can do to get ready for college. Scholarships are a great way to get extra money for college, and there are scholarships available for everyone.

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June 20, 2022
MBA Student Loans: How to Fund Your Master's Degree

The process of securing loans to pay for and earn a Masters of Business Administration, or MBA student loans, is much like the process of securing undergraduate student loans. The good news is MBA students often have more funding options available to them.

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June 1, 2022
How to Open a 529 Account in North Carolina

Opening a 529 education savings account is an effective way to save for your student’s college and K–12 education. The investments you make now into your child’s 529 plan can grow over time, helping your family pay for the educational opportunities that await your child. Let’s explore how to open a 529 account in North Carolina and how to plan to contribute over time.

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June 1, 2022
Money Management for Teens: How to Be Prepared for College

It’s never too early or too late to engage teens in productive money management. Teaching and modeling good stewardship of money can give younger folks a solid foundation, a sense of empowerment, and habits for success that last a lifetime. Setting teens up on a money managing path can begin with just a few basics.

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June 1, 2022
Why Go to College? 7 Benefits of Higher Education

While there's no doubt that higher education has many benefits, everyone has different reasons why they choose to attend college. Check out these seven benefits of higher education to answer the question of, “Why go to college?”

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June 1, 2022
How to Apply to a Community College: A Complete Guide

Whether you’re a high school grad or you want to go back to school to change careers, there are ample resources to help guide you through the process. You’re already off to a great start by reading this article! Continue reading to understand the benefits of a community college education, how to apply to a community college, and where to find help as you complete the application and enrollment process.

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June 1, 2022
Senioritis: 10 Tips to Stay Motivated and Avoid Failing Senior Year

Before you can walk the stage with your best friends and walk off into the sunset, you must tackle that dreaded condition that plagues high school seniors around the world: SENIORITIS. In a time where productivity and motivation are more important than ever, symptoms of senioritis, like inactivity, fatigue, or chronic class-skipping, must be stopped before they get serious. Luckily, following these 10 tips will keep you on track for success!

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May 19, 2022
How to Choose a Career: 10 Most Crucial Things to Consider

Doing something you love is important, but there are other crucial things to consider to find a career that will support your life goals. Here's what matters most.

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May 17, 2022
FAFSA for Students with Divorced Parents

If your parents are separated or divorced, there are a couple ways that you can fill out your FAFSA form depending on whether they are still living together or not.

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May 11, 2022
Investing in Your Child's Future Education

Want to kick-start your child's education fund while they're still young? Here are the best ways to start investing for future education expenses today.