College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC) is a free service of the State of North Carolina that helps students plan, apply, and pay for college. CFNC is a partnership of Pathways, the NC State Education Assistance Authority, and College Foundation, Inc. Students can research careers and colleges, plan coursework, create portfolios, and more.
Many financial aid opportunities require that you first complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. The FAFSA is used to determine federal, state, and sometimes college-specific financial aid. It's important to fill this out first!
Use our FAFSA Assistance resources, including our interactive Financial Aid Map to find the financial aid contact at nearly every college in North Carolina.
Have someone contact you. Fill out this Financial Assistance form to have a financial aid expert contact you.
There are a few more steps to take, but we'll help get you there! Find your perfect fit school with our College Search, apply for Scholarships, and complete RDS to be eligible for in-state tuition and state grants. Higher education can change your life!