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June 1, 2021
North Carolina In-State Tuition: How to Estimate Costs

What will in-state tuition cost in North Carolina when your child attends college? Here's how to estimate costs, and how to get the best return on investment.

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May 25, 2021
Pell Grant Eligibility: How to Determine If You Qualify?

Federal Pell Grants are given to undergrad students in need who do not have a bachelor's, graduate, or professional degree. Here's how to tell if you qualify.

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May 18, 2021
20 Scholarship Tips to Stand Out From the Pack

If you’ve been accepted into college, you may quickly realize the challenge of paying for tuition and other expenses. College costs are steadily increasing, and in 2017, the National Center for Education Statistics reported that 85 percent of college students received some form of financial aid. This statistic reveals the ongoing trend of college students needing to seek out external sources of funding to pay for their collegiate careers.

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May 18, 2021
Grants vs. Loans: Which Do You Need?

When planning financial aid for college, grants (free money) and loans (which have to be repaid) are key. Here's how they work, and the pros and cons of each.

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May 4, 2021
How to Take Advantage of Tuition Payment Plans

Do you have a tuition payment plan in place? They're for more than just students. See how you can start a tuition payment plan today!

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April 27, 2021
What are the Best Student Loans for Graduate Students?

Here are some of the best ways to pay for graduate school in North Carolina, or if you’re a North Carolina resident.

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April 13, 2021
16 Tips to Save Money in College

If you, or your child is in college, there are many ways to save money on everyday things that add up to real savings in the long run.

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April 6, 2021
Setting the Record Straight on Private Student Loans

You hear a lot of horror stories about private student loans, but many aren't true. See what you really need to know about private student loans.

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March 30, 2021
College Planning Timeline: Getting Ready for College

Getting ready for college? This helpful college planning timeline will keep you organized and ensure you don't miss very important dates.

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March 23, 2021
Paying Off Student Loan Interest While in School: Is it Worth It?

Paying off a student loan as soon as possible will decrease the overall cost of the loan. However, there are pros and cons to paying it off early.