Financial Aid Basics
Understanding Paying for College
Introduction
Cost of Attendance
What Am I Paying For?
Types of Aid
Loans
Students are also able to take out loans through the NC Assist Loan to attend North Carolina colleges. This is a loan that fills the gap for students or parents for the cost of attendance calculated by a students college or university. This is a good alternative to private loans or parent plus loans. All of these loans are credit based and have varied repayment options. It's best for students and families to prudently explore all their loan options prior to committing to a funding package. Often, financial aid offices will not endorse one loan over another but they can explain common terms and how different loans can be used to cover education related expenses. Do not hesitate to reach out the the financial aid office at any school a student is considering.
FAFSA
Resources
Student Aid: Federal website full of resources, rules, and regulations about financial aid
CFNC: College Foundation of North Carolina has information and tips on maximizing financial aid
FAFSA Frenzy NC: Helps students and families navigate the FAFSA. Not too late to fill it out for current seniors!!
College Board Opportunity Scholarship: Scholarship through the College Board
OHS Scholarship List: A collection of local scholarships. Reach out to your counselor for questions
Counselors
Phyllis Farlow, last names A-E, phyllis.farlow@orange.k12.nc.us
Crystal Laws, last names F-L, crystal.laws@orange.k12.nc.us
Sam Westbrook, last names M-R, samuel.westbrook@orange.k12.nc.us
Kelly Schaeffer, last names S-Z, kelly.schaeffer@orange.k12.nc.us
Jose Ortega, College Adviser, grace.befort@orange.k12.nc.us
Nick Montgomery, CDC, nick.montgomery@orange.k12.nc.us
Zach Young, Counseling Intern, zach.young@orange.k12.nc.us
Kanyinsola Charis, Counseling Intern, kanyinsola.charis@orange.k12.nc.us
Email: kelly.schaeffer@orange.k12.nc.us
Website: https://www.orangecountyfirst.com/domain/106
Location: 500 Orange High School Road, Hillsborough, NC, USA
Phone: 9197326133