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NC State Education Assistance Authority works with women across North Carolina on financial aid, GED, college re-entry, and adult learner support. Phone (919) 549-8614 for case-by-case eligibility, current openings, and next steps. Hours are Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, and walk-ins may be accepted depending on staffing. No fee for eligible women, with intake handled confidentially.
(919) 549-8614 · PO Box 14103, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
Federal student aid application for women seeking degrees, certificates, and career training. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women seeking degrees, certificates, and career training who need vetted, plain-language information on enrollment counseling, financial aid, scholarships, and adult learner support. Hours 24/7 online — free for qualifying women.
(800) 433-3243 · Online application · 24/7 online · Visit Website
NC Community College System is the go-to education resource in the North Carolina area for financial aid, GED, college re-entry, and adult learner support. Call (919) 807-7100 to start intake or ask which services you qualify for. Available Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; the team can answer questions about documents and timing. Fees may apply — sliding-scale, insurance, or self-pay options are typically available.
(919) 807-7100 · Statewide system · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
UNC System provides financial aid, GED, college re-entry, and adult learner support for women in North Carolina. Dial (919) 962-1000 for an initial conversation about your situation. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm — confirm by phone before driving in. Costs vary by service; ask about sliding-scale rates or insurance coverage.
(919) 962-1000 · Statewide system · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
Based in Greensboro, Bennett College — Greensboro supports North Carolina women navigating financial aid, GED, college re-entry, and adult learner support. Contact (336) 273-4431 to ask about appointments, documents to bring, and waitlist status. Available Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; the team can answer questions about documents and timing. Paid service with sliding-scale or insurance billing for qualifying women.
(336) 273-4431 · 900 E Washington St, Greensboro, NC 27401 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
Meredith College — Raleigh is the go-to education resource in the Raleigh area for financial aid, GED, college re-entry, and adult learner support. Reach the team at (919) 760-8600 to schedule a screening. Hours are Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, and walk-ins may be accepted depending on staffing. Fees may apply — sliding-scale, insurance, or self-pay options are typically available.
(919) 760-8600 · 3800 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC 27607 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Apply for Pell Grants, federal loans, and work-study for women seeking degrees, certificates, and career training. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women seeking degrees, certificates, and career training who need vetted, plain-language information on enrollment counseling, financial aid, scholarships, and adult learner support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Need-based grant of up to $7,395/year for undergraduate students. Does not need to be repaid for women seeking degrees, certificates, and career training. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women seeking degrees, certificates, and career training who need vetted, plain-language information on enrollment counseling, financial aid, scholarships, and adult learner support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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American Association of University Women — fellowships and grants for women pursuing degrees. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women seeking degrees, certificates, and career training who need vetted, plain-language information on enrollment counseling, financial aid, scholarships, and adult learner support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Multiple scholarship and loan programs supporting women pursuing higher education. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women seeking degrees, certificates, and career training who need vetted, plain-language information on enrollment counseling, financial aid, scholarships, and adult learner support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Education grants for women who are primary financial support for their families and pursuing education. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women seeking degrees, certificates, and career training who need vetted, plain-language information on enrollment counseling, financial aid, scholarships, and adult learner support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Scholarships for low-income women age 35+ pursuing technical/vocational training or undergraduate degrees. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women seeking degrees, certificates, and career training who need vetted, plain-language information on enrollment counseling, financial aid, scholarships, and adult learner support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Education support and scholarships for low-income mothers pursuing post-secondary education. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women seeking degrees, certificates, and career training who need vetted, plain-language information on enrollment counseling, financial aid, scholarships, and adult learner support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Free national scholarship search engine with millions of scholarships for women, minorities, and adult learners. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women seeking degrees, certificates, and career training who need vetted, plain-language information on enrollment counseling, financial aid, scholarships, and adult learner support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Free college planning, scholarship search, and SAT prep from the College Board for women seeking degrees, certificates, and career training. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women seeking degrees, certificates, and career training who need vetted, plain-language information on enrollment counseling, financial aid, scholarships, and adult learner support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Free official SAT practice in partnership with the College Board for women seeking degrees, certificates, and career training. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women seeking degrees, certificates, and career training who need vetted, plain-language information on enrollment counseling, financial aid, scholarships, and adult learner support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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