Special notice for 2026 high school graduates: 
Final transcripts will start sending on June18th if you used CFNC to send your transcript earlier in the year. Many colleges take 2-3 weeks to process final transcripts. Check your transcript status in My Dashboard. For more information, visit the Transcript FAQ page.

Other Ways To Pay

Once you have secured your financial aid, you may realize that it's not quite enough to cover your college expenses. Not to worry, there are still other ways to help supplement your college costs.

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Part-Time Work
The right balance of work and study can help you meet your college expenses and gain job experience at the same time. Find out how
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Alternative Loans

Alternative loans for education are offered by both for-profit and not-for-profit lenders. These loans are not guaranteed by the federal government and should be used to supplement other financial aid. The NC Assist Student Loan and the NC Assist Parent Loan, offered by College Foundation Inc., are both guaranteed by the State of North Carolina and are competitive options to federal student loans.

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