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Financial Aid FAQ
Last Updated: 07/08/2024 | All information and still up-to-date
Please complete the FAFSA® (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) at https://fafsa.gov/. It’s both free and quick to complete and submit. For further details, visit NC State’s Applying for Aid page.
You can use the Net Price Calculator to effectively estimate your financial aid and out-of-pocket expenses. This tool provides a helpful way to plan your budget and understand potential costs.
If we require additional information, you will receive a letter from this office. Follow-up requests will be communicated via email. Additionally, you can check your financial aid status online through MyPack Portal.
Yes, top applicants may receive funding offers, typically through teaching assistantships or fellowships.
Upon submitting the FAFSA and required documents by March 1, you should anticipate receiving an award decision by the first week of April. You will receive an email at your NC State email address to notify you. Additionally, awards can be viewed on the MyPack Portal under the My Financial Aid section.
The Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid awards scholarships, while the colleges of engineering and sciences also offer them. By applying for admission before November 1, you will automatically be considered for merit scholarships. For details on specific scholarship programs and college-based awards, please visit NC State’s Scholarships page.
The Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid awards scholarships, and the colleges of engineering and sciences also offer them.
To qualify for need-based scholarships, apply for admission by November 1 and for financial aid by March 1. You must submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to receive financial assistance.
For more information on specific scholarship programs and college-based awards, please visit NC State’s Scholarships page.
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