Education Information & Resources

CRF Information for Higher Education & K-12

Visit our Higher Education and K-12 page under our CRF hub for more CRF-specific information.

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Governor Cooper's Longleaf Programs

Longleaf Commitment

On May 24, 2021, Governor Cooper announced the Longleaf Commitment program, a $31.5 million investment to guarantee that graduating high school seniors from low- and middle-income families receive at least $2,800 in federal and state grants to cover tuition and most fees at any of the state’s 58 community colleges. Additional details on how students can apply for these grants will be available at the NC Community Colleges website.

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Longleaf Complete

On May 24, 2021, Governor Cooper announced the Longleaf Complete program to help college students whose education has been interrupted during the pandemic complete their degrees. $12.5 million in flexible funding will help the UNC System Office, NC Community College System, and independent colleges and universities provide financial aid or expand student support services to help students who are near completion of their degree or credential and need the extra help. Learn more by contacting your college or university.

Governor's Emergency Education Relief (GEER)

GEER I

On August 12, 2020, Governor Cooper directed $95.6 million in new funding to help support K-12 and postsecondary students most impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic who can benefit from support during the upcoming school year. Learn more.

GEER II

On May 24, 2021, Governor Cooper directed $51.4 million in new funding to help students access and complete postsecondary education as the state recovers from the pandemic. Learn more.

GEER II Fact Sheet

Read the May 24, 2021 fact sheet on Governor Cooper's 2021 GEER Fund Plan.

Emergency Assistance for Nonpublic Schools (EANS)

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EANS

Resources for private K-12 schools affected by the pandemic are available through the Emergency Assistance for Nonpublic Schools (EANS) program, which is administered by the NC Department of Public Instruction.

Education Relief Aid

View the May 11, 2021 Overview of Education Relief Aid presentation slides for more information about relief aid for North Carolina education entities.