To create a shared vision for the future, after a thoughtful period of discovery, the Boards of Directors of both colleges have approved combining the two colleges into one unified institution that would set the standard for a be a part of the National Academic Model’s division of Workforce and Education Innovation for health care education across Advocate Health.
Frequently Asked Questions
We aim to ensure that there is no impact on financial aid for current students before final approval of the combination, which is anticipated in the academic year 2026-2027. Each college will continue to function independently during this period of discovery. When completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), students attending Cabarrus College of Health Sciences should continue to use school code 015358. Students attending Carolinas College of Health Sciences should continue to use school code 031042.
Following final approval of the combination from SACSCOC, our goal is to work closely with the Department of Education and donors to make the transition as seamless as possible for students who currently receive financial aid or scholarships as well as students who are applying for these programs.