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With no fees and a fixed interest rate, the NC Parent Assist Loan is a great way to bridge the gap between a college’s cost and the provided financial aid.
Secure a better interest rate with an NC Parent Assist Loan
Our NC Parent Assist Loan helps you cover the funding gap left after you’ve exhausted other financial aid.
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6.00%
Fixed interest rate for qualified parent borrowers when in repayment using auto-draft
$120,000
Borrowing limit
$50
Minimum monthly payment
$0
No application or origination fees
Who is the NC Parent Assist Loan Program For?
The NC Parent Assist Loan is designed for parents of undergraduate students who are either from North Carolina or will be studying in North Carolina at an eligible non-profit Title IV institution. Apply for an NC Parent Assist Loan in just a few minutes.
The NC Assist representative who assisted us is an extraordinary person who helped my daughter and myself navigate through the loan process. No matter when or how often we called, he was always thoughtful and kind! We are forever grateful for his service.
Key Benefits
Getting an affordable, transparent student loan has never been easier.
No Fees.
Fixed 6.25% Interest Rate for Qualified Borrowers.
.25% Rate Discount for Auto-Draft When in Repayment.
Financial Education Resources.
$120,000 Borrowing Limit.
10-Year Payment Period.
We’re a Non-Profit
As a non-profit lender, our goal is to get you the best possible loan at the lowest possible rate.
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Find out how much funding you need and compare the NC Parent Assist Loan to other loan programs.
Identify Your Need
Using our loan calculator, determine a loan amount that works for you and estimate your payments.
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See how the NC Parent Assist Loan compares to federal and private student loan programs.
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Our loan application process is simple, and can be completed in just a few minutes.
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Here’s what you’ll need to qualify for an NC Parent Assist Loan.
Be the biological parent, adoptive parent, or step-parent of an eligible benefiting student.
The student must be enrolled (or accepted for enrollment) at least halftime at an eligible public or private non-profit Title IV institution in a degree-seeking program.
Be a North Carolina resident or the student is attending a North Carolina school.
Be credit-worthy and have the required credit score.
Be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen.
The student must meet other federal student eligibility requirements as certified by the school.
Be in good standing on any other CFI loan(s).
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