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Consider enrolling in a Career and Technical Education (CTE) program. Not sure what that is or if it’s right for you? Then keep reading!
The senior year of high school gets all the glory. That’s when you apply and get accepted to college, decide what’s next in the journey of life, and toss that graduate cap into the air! But what happens during your junior year makes everything that happens in your senior year possible.
While some colleges had virtual experiences on their website before the pandemic, nearly all of them do today! Start by using the CFNC College Search Tool to create a list of schools you’re interested in attending.
Your senior year in high school is a big year on many levels because you are ending one chapter of your life and starting another. It is also the year where you will spend the most time preparing for college. As there can be a lot of factors involved in that decision, here is a checklist of things to do on the way to applying for college.
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.
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.
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?”
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.
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.
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.