This week, 45 colleges and universities across the state are waiving their application fees for students who submit an application through a free state portal.

According to a press release from N.C. State, "Wolf Pack Connect" is now available to students from all 58 community colleges in North Carolina.

Schools are trying to attract a limited pool of higher-end families. High Point University is a blueprint.

North Carolina newcomer Luka Bogavac had his school eligibility issue resolved and was cleared to play for the No. 25 Tar Heels against Central Arkansas shortly before the teams’ opener