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May 4, 2022
College Essay Prompts to Set Yourself Apart

Wondering the best way to answer your college essay prompts? Here's how to write an effective, meaningful story that will help your personality shine through.

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May 2, 2022
How to Give to a College Fund for a Baby Gift

There is no better gift you could give a new baby (or their family) than contributing to the child's future education. Here's how to make a donation to them.

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April 12, 2022
Adults Going Back to College: How to Balance School and Life

Adults going back to college often have to balance work, school, and family life. Here are some tips to get the most of your education and avoid burnout.

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April 11, 2022
I'm an Adult Student: Where Do I Start?

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.

College Savings Bonds A Smart Investment
March 29, 2022
Are College Savings Bonds a Smart Investment?

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.

Child Savings Plan
March 29, 2022
How to Make a Child Savings Plan

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.

529 Contribution Limits For Married Couples
March 29, 2022
529 Contribution Limits for Married Couples

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.

Different Career Choices
February 17, 2022
9 Career Planning Apps & Tools to Help You Get Ahead

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.

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February 17, 2022
CFNC vs. Common App: What Should I Use to Apply for College?

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.

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February 17, 2022
How Do Bridge Programs Work?

College bridge programs are designed to ease a high school student’s transition to college and pave the way for long-term academic success.