The Student Emergency Fund provides up to $500 for qualifying expenses to help students recover from an unexpected financial crisis.

University short-term loans are available to assist students who need small amounts of funding for emergency expenses. The maximum available loan is $500. Contact the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid to learn more.

An NC State education is an investment in your future. Visit the Financial Aid website to learn about the financial aid opportunities and responsibilities that will help you make the most of that investment.

PACK ASSIST is a Student Scholarship Interactive Search Tool, NC State University’s scholarship application portal for Undergraduate and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine students.

NC State has many resources to help you learn about and develop your financial literacy. You can visit the Financial Literacy at NC State page to register for webinars, practice budgeting, managing financial aid resources, and more.

Understanding the cost of living in the United States is an important first step to creating a budget for your spending. Creating a budget is a crucial component of a successful graduate school plan, and a thoughtful and thorough budget will help you avoid financial distress. This webpage attempts to walk you through some of the common costs, but please note this is not an exhaustive list of all the expenses you will encounter while living in the U.S. Click here to learn more and to make your budget.

Having a part-time job while attending classes can help students develop skills and gain valuable career experience, in addition to earning wages that can assist with education costs. Learn more about the work-study program and employment opportunities.

NC State’s Career Development Center offers support in finding jobs on and off campus. They can also help you explore career paths, develop job application materials, and pursue professional experience in your field.