Paying for Coastal
Coastal provides a number of financial assistance programs, ensuring opportunities for students who need assistance paying for Coastal. We know paying for college can be intimidating, that's why we created the Financial Aid Checklist to help guide you through the process.
How to Pay for Classes
FAFSA
Federal Student Aid
The U.S. Department of Education's office of Federal Student Aid provides more than $120 billion in financial aid to help pay for college or career school each year. To determine your eligibility, you must complete a FAFSA before you may be considered for Federal and State aid.
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Financial Aid and Scholarships
Learn about opportunities for paying for college and explore resources that can help you along the way.
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Veterans Education Benefits
The Veterans Programs Department welcomes the opportunity to assist you with any questions you may have regarding your well-earned veterans education benefits.
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Tuition Assistance for Servicemembers
Coastal’s Military Off-Campus Sites staff provide assistance to eligible Servicemembers in the completion of their Tuition Assistance application and connect students to military branch services and resources.
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College Foundation
The Coastal Carolina Community College Foundation provides financial support beyond that which can be obtained through normal sources.
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CFNC
College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC) is a free service of the State of North Carolina, CFNC promotes access to North Carolina higher education and assists students with education planning, career planning, and applying and paying for college.
Tuition and Fees
Cost of Attendance
Learn more about the cost of attending Coastal, along with information about cost per credit hour, in-state and out-of-state rates, and additional fees.
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