“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, “plans to give you hope and a future”. Jeremiah 29:11

NCA is committed to supporting our students in the college decision process. Students choose colleges for a variety of reasons: academic reputation, location, money, majors available, etc. We want to encourage our students to evaluate what type of school environment will be the best fit for them. Our college planning office is here to assist students with all aspects of college planning including test taking, career planning, college options, financial aid, and applications.

Please contact me with any questions you might have.

Kaitlyn Martin -Guidance Counselor
kmartin1@ncalions.com

Helpful Links

Financial Aid

Finances are not determined before you apply for acceptance to a university. You will have to apply and then complete the financial aid paperwork (namely the FAFSA) before you will be notified of your financial assistance. You will not know the amount of financial aid available to you until you have applied and been accepted to the schools that you are considering.

•  Financial Aid - U.S. Department of Education
•  The Smart Student Guide to Financial Aid

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Yearly NCA High School Tests

SAT - This is a College Entrance Exam. You can register online at sat.collegeboard.com. The school code for NCA is 343224. Most students take this aptitude-based test several times in their junior and/or senior years. The SAT is given at various times throughout the year, and can be taken at testing centers in the Raleigh area.

AP - Advanced Placement scores may be used for college credit and college placement. Scores range from 1 – 5, and students enrolled in an AP class are required to take the exam in May at NCA. Course fees and test fees are required for AP courses.

SAT Subject Tests - Tests administered through the College Board that are one hour tests in specific subjects. Subject tests provide a measure of academic achievement and can be a good predictor of future performance. For a list of colleges that require subject tests, go to http://eduplan.us/2011-2012-list-of-colleges-requiring-sat-subject-tests. The SAT is given at various times throughout the year, and can be taken at testing centers in the Raleigh area.

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NCA students have been accepted into the following colleges and universities: