Financial AID is probably the most talked about topic during your senior year of high school.  There is a reason for that! Financial AID status give you and your parents an idea of what you qualify for.  Every athlete should complete any and all Federal and State Financial AID Forms that can improve your chances of obtaining the needed funds for your college education. This article although very short will bring to you attention some of the most important websites pertaining to your financial aid health.

We have simplified the process of filling out the FAFSA. You can follow each section all of the way through for a comprehensive set of instructions.

United Negro College Fund 

At a time when a college degree is what a high school diploma was to previous generations, the minimum entry-level requirement for almost every well-paying career, UNCF plays a critical role in enabling more than 65,000 students each year to attend college and get the education they want and deserve. To close the educational attainment gap between African Americans and the majority population

North Carolina Learn and Earn 

Governor Easley expands his nationally recognized Learn and Earn high schools statewide so the program can reach every student in every corner of the state. Learn and Earn is revolutionary because it allows students to jump-start their college education or gain high-level career skills without the burden of any tuition charges. Learn and Earn allows students to attend a high school located on a college campus, and in no more than five years, students can earn a high school diploma and finish with two years of college credit or earn an associate's degree, at no cost!

College Foundation of North Carolina

College Foundation of North Carolina is a nonprofit partnership between Pathways of North Carolina, College Foundation, Inc., and the North Carolina State Education Assistance Authority. These organizations have broad expertise in helping students to prepare successfully for college and to find the best financial aid alternatives. Together, they provide a complete and comprehensive source of information - and real solutions - for students and their families.

Federal Student Aid Programs 

Loans 

Loans, unlike grants, do have to be repaid.  Visit the Federal Financial AID website for more details on these loans.

Campus-Based Loans

Perkins Loans 

Plus Loans (For Parents)

Stafford Loans

Grants

Grants, unlike loans, do not have to be repaid.  Visit the Federal Financial AID website for more details on these grants.

Federal PELL Grant

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) 

The National Science & Mathematics Access to Retain Talent Grant

Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education Grant (TEACH Grant)