Applying to College

RDS

What is the RDS? 

It stands for the Residency Determination Service. This is a form that determines your eligibility for in-state tuition. 

How do I know if I am eligible for in-state tuition?

If you have lived in the state of NC for 12 months prior to completing the RDS.

Information needed to complete the RDS

• Full name of student and parent.

• Date of birth of student and parent.

• Social Security Number

• Vehicles registration

• Drivers license information

• NC Tax return

• Voters registration

Link to the RDS Form

Create Your College List

Consider the match and fit of the school

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Match

Match refers to your grades, test scores, rank, and GPA compared to a college's admissions requirements/averages.

Click Here to find a list of college averages

----Then Determine Your Likely, Target, and Reach School(s)-----

Likely: Your academic credentials (i.e. GPA and test scores) are above the schools range/average for admitted students.

Target: Your academic credentials are within the schools range/average for admitted students.

Reach: Your academic credentials are at the lower end or below the school's range/average for admitted students.

Fit

Fit refers to factors that align with your personal preferences and needs such as:

• Majors and programs available

• Location & size

• Cost (is it public or private? In-state or out-of-state tuition?)

• Clubs & sports