A federally mandated process to confirm the accuracy of data provided by selected applicants on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). To complete the verification process, the student, their parent(s), or spouse, if applicable, are required to provide certain documents to the school for review. If the documentation the student provides the institution doesn't match what was reported on the FAFSA, verification can result in changes to the student's financial aid eligibility, and/or financial aid offers.

All documentation must be submitted to the Office of Scholarships & Financial Aid prior to a student being awarded. Please choose one of the following methods to submit documentation:

• Online: studentforms.com
• E-mail: finaid@uncfsu.edu
• Fax: (910) 672-1423
• Mail: 1200 Murchison Road, Fayetteville, NC 28301

Please allow ten business day for the verification process once all requested documents have been submitted to the Office of Scholarships & Financial Aid.

Financial aid is money to help pay for college. Grants, work-study, loans, and scholarships help make college or career school affordable.

Fayetteville State University is proud to announce its participation in the College Cost Transparency Initiative (CCT). This commitment underscores our dedication to providing students and their families with clear, accurate, and transparent financial aid information.

In today’s complex financial landscape, understanding the true cost of college is more crucial than ever. By joining the CCT, Fayetteville State University aligns with hundreds of institutions nationwide to champion transparency and clarity in financial aid offers. This initiative ensures that every student can make informed decisions about their educational investment, fostering a future where college affordability is accessible to all.

Our participation in the CCT reflects our unwavering commitment to educational integrity and accountability. We believe that every student deserves to navigate their financial journey with confidence and clarity, and we are dedicated to making this a reality.

Join us in celebrating this significant step towards a more transparent and equitable higher education system. For more information about this initiative, please visit College Price | Home: Paying for College Transparency Initiative.

Fayetteville State University’s Federal School Code is 002928. When completing the FAFSA this code must be used on your application for us to receive it.

There are four main types of aid: grants, work-study, scholarships, and loans:

Grants

A grant is a form of financial aid that doesn’t have to be repaid (unless, for example, you withdraw from school and owe a refund, or you receive a TEACH Grant and don’t complete your service obligation). A variety of federal grants are available, including:

• Pell Grants,
• Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (FSEOG),
• Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) Grants.

The Next NC Scholarship is a financial aid program that helps most North Carolinians from households making $80,000 or less pursue higher education by assisting with tuition costs.  These funds do not have to be repaid.  For more information visit NEXTNC - Next NC Scholarship.

Work-study 

A federal program offered and administered by the institution that provides opportunity for part-time employment to students with financial need to help pay their educational expenses. Students are responsible for finding qualified employment. Funds are paid out through a paycheck, as earned.

Scholarships

Gift aid that is typically based on merit, such as, academic excellence, talent, affiliation with various groups, or career aspirations or a combination of merit and need.  Students can apply for an array of scholarship opportunities through the university’s departments, the Office of Scholarships & Financial Aid, and external agencies. Contact our Financial Aid office for additional information.

Loans

A loan is money you borrow and must pay back with interest. When you receive a student loan, you are borrowing money to attend a college. You must repay the loan as well as interest that accrues. It is important to understand your repayment options so you can successfully repay your loan.

The State of North Carolina established the NC Promise Tuition Plan to increase access to a quality university education by reducing student costs. Universities selected as NC Promise schools are able to offer reduced tuition rates to make earning a college degree more attainable.

Tuition Under NC Promise

Starting fall 2022, undergraduate tuition at FSU will be:

• $500 per semester for in-state students
• $1,250 per semester for online students
• $2,500 per semester for out-of-state students

While tuition rates are set through NC Promise, there are additional costs.

Who is eligible?

• First-time Freshmen
• Transfer Students
• Online Students
• Readmit Students
• International Students
• Continuing Students

Please note, graduate and visiting students are not eligible for NC Promise Tuition Rates.

You can visit the Office of Scholarships & Financial Aid to learn more about the financial aid process and requirements.