At NC Assist, we offer NC Student Assist loans and NC Parent Assist loans to students attending NC schools, as well as NC residents attending out-of-state schools. Students must attend an eligible non-profit Title IV school in a degree-seeking program.
Download these brochures to share this important state-sponsored resource with your students, or contact us to order printed copies.
Contact Us to Order BrochuresOur student loans can make higher education a reality for those who otherwise may not be able to afford it.
NC Student Assist Loan DetailsParents or guardians who prefer to take on the responsibility of a loan for their student can consider the NC Parent Assist Loan.
NC Parent Assist Loan DetailsNC Assist is part of the College Foundation of North Carolina family of trusted services and products that are created to help NC residents to succeed at college. As a non-profit lender, our focus will always be on helping students succeed in their educational goals.
NC Assist offers students the chance to apply monthly to win a $1,000 No Essay Scholarship to help fund their education.
Share these flyers with your students to let them know about this easy opportunity!
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NC Assist Loan borrowers have access to a robust, on-line library of financial education resources which provides information about money management, budgeting, and even transitioning from school to work.
All of your students, even those who are not NC Assist borrowers, are welcome to use the free financial wellness tools.
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Like you, NC Assist’s main focus is helping students afford and succeed at college. Your NC Assist non-profit servicer, College Foundation, Inc., has been working hand-in-hand with educators to prepare North Carolina residents to succeed at college since 1955.
We consider Financial Aid teams to be valued partners in our work and would like to offer our team’s support to your students. From our call center of knowledgeable counselors to our online resources, we’re here to support you.
Get in TouchApplying for an NC Student Assist or NC Parent Assist Loan only takes a few minutes. Once students and/or parents have completed the application, we’ll work with you to certify the loan. After the student accepts the loan offer and signs the agreement, we’ll send the funds directly to your school.
NC Assist requires your certification to confirm the borrower's eligibility for the loan amount.
We use a selection of fund disbursement platforms to support the loans we provide. These platforms include ELM, ScholarNet, and the custom NC Assist Student Loan Admin Portal for schools that don't use ELM or ScholarNet.
To be eligible for one of our loan programs, a student or parent must:
Including Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)
As part of its services to the State of North Carolina, CFNC offers comprehensive financial aid and professional development opportunities for Financial Aid Administrators across the North Carolina area. These opportunities can help you make informed decisions and provide students with professional financial aid counseling.
Learn MoreIf you're a Financial Aid Administrator, contact NC Assist today for more information on how we can help you help your students afford college.
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