More in My Basket is a program developed at North Carolina State University/Cooperative Extension that helps reduce hunger by connecting North Carolina residents to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

Full and partial meal plan scholarships may be available to students who are experiencing difficulty paying for a semester’s plan. Meal plan scholarships are reserved for first-year students who are required to purchase a meal plan.

The Educational Testing Service offers a limited number of GRE (Graduate Record Examination) Fee Reduction Vouchers on a first-come, first-serve basis to college seniors and unenrolled college graduates who meet eligibility requirements.

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

Learn more about the Scholarships and Financial Aid Staff at NC State. The Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST, except for university holidays.

The Federal Work-Study program provides undergraduate students the opportunity to work part-time through the University and gain valuable work experience. Earnings from Work-Study positions are paid directly to the student every two weeks.

NC State allows all students to pay education expenses monthly – interest-free – through our partner, Nelnet Campus Commerce. The monthly payment plan allows students to spread the cost for a fall or spring term for a fee of $50 per semester.

Financial wellness is important for all students. Benefits include less stress, being prepared for emergencies, achieving financial goals, and achieving a better credit score.

Understanding the cost of living is an important first step to creating a budget for spending. Creating a budget is a crucial component of a successful graduate school plan, and a thoughtful and thorough budget can help you avoid financial distress.

University Libraries have at least one copy of every required textbook for Fall and Spring semesters available for 2-hour loans