Financial Aid
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Students in degree-seeking programs may be eligible for federal, state, institutional aid and scholarships. Students in non-credit programs may be eligible for limited scholarships (an application is provided during the admissions process).
Federal Aid: www.studentaid.gov
- Federal Pell Grant Program
- Federal Direct Loan and Federal Direct Plus (Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students)
- Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant Program
- Federal Work-Study
Information and application procedures for participation in these programs can be obtained in the Financial Aid Office or by visiting the U.S. Department of Education Federal Student Aid website (FAFSA). Include the Federal School Code for Carolinas College –031042 – on the application.
To determine eligibility for federal aid programs, the financial circumstances of you and/or family will be reviewed according to a methodology established by the U.S. Congress. Items considered: the income and assets of you and/or family, the number of persons in the household and the number in college, taxes paid, medical expenses and awards from private sources.
North Carolina State Aid: www.cfnc.org
Legal residents of the state of North Carolina may be eligible for assistance in the form of the Forgivable Education Loan for Service Program (FELS) or the North Carolina Need-Based Scholarship Program. Information regarding eligibility and application for these programs is available at the website above.
Scholarships
Funds from the Atrium Health Foundation, local individuals, businesses, and organizations are made available to students each year in the form of scholarships. Scholarship criteria may include academic achievement and/or financial need. Additional information may be obtained from the Financial Aid Office.
Veterans Benefits: www.gibill.va.gov
Carolinas College is approved for VA benefits through the North Carolina State Approving Agency. Visit the website above for information on VA benefits and how to apply.
Atrium Health Loan Forgiveness
Atrium Health offers a loan agreement to finance up to $10,000 for students enrolled in Associate Degree Nursing, RN-BSN and Radiologic Technology and up to $5,000 for students enrolled in Histotechnology, Medical Laboratory Science, and Radiation Therapy. This loan defers payment on principal and interest until the student leaves the program by withdrawal, dismissal or graduation. Payment plans are available at that time. If the graduate becomes employed full-time by an eligible Atrium Health facility, a work forgiveness option is available. The Loan Forgiveness Program is available at the discretion of Atrium Health. Questions? Contact our Financial Aid Office at FinancialAid@CarolinasCollege.edu.
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A 2020 study by the Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce ranked all colleges and universities by their “return on investment,” comparing the net cost to attend, student loans and salary data. In North Carolina, Carolinas College ranked 1st when looking at all colleges and universities 10 years after enrollment. It’s a testament to the value of our education and our graduates’ ability to get stable, good-paying jobs.
Why Carolinas College Is Nationally Recognized for Its Value
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Carolinas College of Health Sciences administers financial aid without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by law.