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Purchasing a Computer? : While NC State does not require students to purchase computers, some colleges or majors require computer purchases and you may wish to do so even if not required by your academic curriculum. If you have applied for financial aid and anticipate purchasing a computer, the OSFA can include the cost of a computer when considering you for financial aid only if you purchase the computer during the summer preceding your fall enrollment or after the fall semester begins. You will be asked to provide documentation of the purchase price to the OSFA and specifically request funding for this expense. Generally, only federal and private loan assistance will be available to cover the cost of this purchase. If you are planning to purchase a computer, we recommend you check out the following website: www.ncsu.edu/it/compspecs/ for a listing of recommended computer specifications and college requirements.

Expenses Related to a Disability : If you have un-reimbursed expenses (special services, personal assistance, transportation, equipment, supplies, etc.) related to a disability, you should document those in writing to the NC State Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid.
Distance Education Costs: You should be aware that courses taken through NC State's Distance Education programs are billed at a different rate than courses taken on campus. Students who take Distance Education courses exclusively or in combination with regular term course work may have their financial aid awards adjusted based on the actual charges incurred. If you plan to take Distance Education Course Work, you should contact your financial aid adviser to determine how your financial aid eligibility will be impacted.

Interest-Free Monthly Payment Plan : If you would like to pay your education expenses monthly, use the Interest-Free Monthly Payment Option offered by our partner, Tuition Management Systems. The payment option is available for a small enrollment fee and includes personal account service and counseling, automated account information 24 hours a day, access to your account through their web site, www.afford.com/ncsu and even gives you a chance to win a Tuition Management Systems Scholarship. Visit the Tuition Management Systems web site for more information on payment options, education loans, free education payment counseling and the many ways they can help you afford education.

For information relating to billing at NC State, contact the Student Accounts Office at (919) 515-2986, or at their web site http://www7.acs.ncsu.edu/cashier/

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