NC Assist Loan Coverage

5 ways NC Assist Loans are different than other options

By being transparent with lenders and offering education opportunities, NC Assist Loans help students afford college at a more reasonable rate than other loan options.

School loan options for grad students help bridge the gap between aid and the cost of attendance

Through local nonprofit lenders like the College Foundation of North Carolina's NC Assist Loan, grad students are able to cover some of the rising costs of tuition.

What parents should know about student loan options

For parents worried about the rising cost of education, loan options like those provided by NC Assist Loans can help.

How student loans can be used for more than just school tuition

Aside from tuition and room and board, students can also use private and federal loans for other costs of attendance, including housing and academic supplies, parking and transportation, semesters abroad, and other miscellaneous expenses.

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5 strategies to help you get financially ready for college

From help with financial aid and literacy to tips on budgeting, here are five strategies to help students and parents get financially ready for college.

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How COVID-19 is affecting school loans, financing and the college application process

In the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, many undergraduate and graduate students are left wondering how the college loan and application process will be affected going forward. While it may be too soon to fully know, there are still plenty of low-interest options for financial aid.

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