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College & Career Readiness
NC College Connect
NC College Connect is a program that directly admits North Carolina public high school seniors to participating
UNC System universities, North Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities, and their local North Carolina community
college where they already meet admissions requirements.
CFNC: College Foundation of NC
This website offers tools and information for college and career planning, applications, and financial aid.
Next Step 2026: Juniors, take action toward your next step after graduation - work, college, or military.