Why. . . CFNC.org? · CFNC.org Reasons to use CFNC.org •One-stop to apply to Colleges and...
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Why. . .
CFNC.org?
You need a CFNC account to participate in College Application Month.
Oct 28 - Nov 24
Where will you apply?
2018 Best Colleges in NC
Want to see more NC college rankings go to: https://www.niche.com/colleges/search/best-colleges/s/north-carolina/
What is College Application month?
NC College Application Month is an annual event to support high school seniors in completing three important college enrollment steps:
residency, FAFSA, and applications.The actual college applications are completed during the week of Nov
13th.
How is HHS going to help?
HHS will have a Financial Aid Workshop on Oct 12 from 3 - 5pm in the media center.
Purpose of the workshop - To complete the RDS (residency determination service) form and obtain the FSA ID (federal student aid
identification) password and username.
HHS Financial Aid Workshop
Attendees should bring with them:
• Student and Parent SSN (social security number)• Drivers License• Vehicle Registration• Residence Information• 2016 Tax Return
Use the Google form sign up:
https://goo.gl/forms/RIcEBee19dMX4xus2
Sign up by October 11, 2017 so that we can ensure we have enough space and computers available.
What should you be doing now?
Start applying to those 4- year schools that interest you -
NOW!
Don’t forget that you can also apply to community colleges and after two years transfer to a 4-year
school in order to complete your junior and senior year . . .
. . . same degree - smaller price tag!
https://cfnc.wistia.com/medias/5fk7qe3qws
Video: “Application Etiquette” (4:54)
From the video
• Complete your essay before the college application “event”.
• Ensure that you and others have proofread your essay.
• Use the online planner at CFNC.org
• Use your school email address and check it routinely this year.
Why is college application week so important?
During college application week (the week of November 13th) -some colleges will waive their application fees!
(i.e. this is an opportunity to get something for free!)
Application Fees and Fee Waivers
• The North Carolina Community College system does not charge an admissions
application fee at any of its 58 campuses - at any time!
• Students who need a Collegeboard (SAT) and/or ACT fee waiver will need
documentation before a fee waiver can be issued. See your school counselor for more
information.
What about money? How can I get money to go to
school?
FAFSA DayOct 28, 2017
(Free Application for Federal Student Aid)FAFSA.gov or use your CFNC.org account
Where can you get help completing the FAFSA form?
• Community Colleges (Financial Aid Department) will help anytime, even if you are not going to attend a community college - call for an appointment.
• SECU (State Employees Credit Union) during the month of November - call for an appointment.
• FAFSA Day - check for local locations.
Use your CFNC account to complete college
applications.
Send your transcripts electronically through CFNC!
It’s secure and fast!
Mid-year and final transcripts will be sent automatically!
Tip: In CFNC.org click on the “purple tab”
Use your CFNC account to look for
merit-based, and need based scholarships
and Grants!
Remember you don’t have to pay back
money for scholarships or grants!
Tip: In CFNC.org, click on the “green” tab for money related
issues.
Where can you find other scholarships?. . .
• Check out the HHS (School Counselor) website:
• Listen for School Announcements.
• Check out the school counseling office.
• Inquire at your church, parent’s work place, and clubs/organizations where you are a member.
https://cfnc.wistia.com/medias/lk98gytser
Application Follow-Up Video (3:47)
From the Video
• Make sure that you have printed your confirmation page for each college that you apply.
• Routinely check the email address that you used.
• Know your deadlines!!
CFNC.orgReasons to use CFNC.org
• One-stop to apply to Colleges and Universities (purple tab)
• Send Electronic Transcripts (purple tab)
• One location for some of the most common merit-based and need-based scholarships (green tab)
• Complete the Residency Determination Form (purple tab)
• SAT/ACT Test Prep Help (Orange tab)
• Find out information regarding the Career and College Promise Program (orange tab)
• Complete the FAFSA (purple tab)
• Discover NC’s fastest growing occupations (orange tab)
• Learn about yourself by completing surveys (interest inventories) (orange tab)
• Help build a resume (orange tab)
• Help with answering those job interview questions (orange tab)
• See the Minimum College Entrance Requirements (orange tab)
• Search for Programs and majors that match your interests (orange tab)
Creating a CFNC.org account is FREE and EASY!