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In-state tuition.

In order to qualify for in-state tuition in North Carolina, you must fill out your Residency Determination Service application. Here you will find information about what you will need in order to complete the application.

Residential Determination Service

Click the button below to visit the CFNC website where you will complete your residency determination.
Complete RDS

Before you begin...

RDS does not allow you to go back after submitting a response. Make sure all names and numbers are spelled out correctly! If you are unsure about a question, please reach out to Ms. Pocasangre for clarification. 
Make sure you have the following documents ready:
  • Your Social Security Number
  • Your Parent/Guardian's Social Security Number
  • Your Parent/Guardian's Date of Birth
  • Verify if your parents/guardian filed a 2018/2019 Tax Return
  • Your parent/guardian's drivers license number:
Be aware: you may be asked to provide more documentation.

Exceptions/FAQ:

I do not have a social security number, what do I do? Unfortunately, students without social security numbers are not eligible to receive in-state tuition. There are some exceptions (VISA, Refugee Status, etc.). You will still have to complete RDS and answer "NO" to the question "Do you claim to be a North Carolina Resident?" Please contact Ms. Pocasangre to learn more.  See graphic below for more information.

I have a social security number (SSN) but my parent/guardian does not, what do I do? You will continue filling out the application like normal, when you get to the parent section you will use their Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN) for your parents INSTEAD of a SSN. If your parent files taxes, this number can be found under the box titled "Social Security Number" (please note, this is not actually a SSN). See graphic below for more information.

My parents aren't married. Whose information do I use? You will use the parent you live with most of the time.

I do not live with my parent/guardian and cannot get their information. What do I do? Contact me ASAP if this is the case. I will work with you on an individual basis as every case is different. 

I don't know my login for CFNC. You have the option to reset your password. If you still need help, contact me and I can send you a link to reset your account.

I put down the wrong information and got listed as out-of-state. Don't worry, you are allowed to file a correction or reconsideration if you are incorrectly listed as out-of-state. Contact me if you need help.

RDS for Undocumented Students/Parents

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