College Applications

The two best websites to use to apply to schools are Common App (click here) and CFNC (click here). 

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This document has answers to college application frequently asked questions, as well as general DSA information to put on your applications - College Application FAQ

Here is some important information you might need to know...

Graduating Class Size: 265

GPA Scale: 4.0

Class Rank Style: Exact

Class Rank and GPA are both Weighted

DSA CEEB Code: 341050

To send a transcript to a college/university, you have 3 options...

1. Common App - If you are applying to this college/university via CommonApp, you must add your school counselor to your account.  This allows your counselor to upload your transcript to your application.  ALL colleges/universities on your CommonApp will be able to access this transcript.

2. CFNC - You can send your transcript to ANY college/university in North Carolina for FREE through CFNC.  If you are applying to a NC college/university and NOT using CommonApp, you MUST send your transcript using CFNC.

3. DPS Records Request - If you are applying to a college/university that is NOT on the Common App and is NOT a North Carolina school, you MUST send your transcript using a DPS Records Request. 

For all of these methods... Be sure that you are typing your name EXACTLY as it appears in PowerSchool.

If there is a financial or situational hardship, please fill out this form to request assistance with college application fees, SAT fees, or ACT fees. 

Website: https://www.ncresidency.org/

The Residency Determination Service (RDS) was established as the centralized service for determining residency for students. This service enables a student to use one residency determination for when applying to multiple North Carolina public colleges and universities and to demonstrate residency for state aid programs consideration at all (public and private) North Carolina colleges and universities. This needs to be completed before college applications can be submitted!

Before you begin information: 

RDS Information for Students Webinar

RDS Basics for High School Students / Servicio de Determinacion de Residencia Reconsideracion y Apelacion

RDS Basics for Parents / Servicio de Determinacion de Residencia Conceptos Basicos para Padres

Use this worksheet from the Emily K Center to help gather all the necessary information to complete the RDS:    English Spanish 

PLEASE NOTE: All requested documentation is required and you can not skip questions or guess on questions. This will result in either nonresident status or a delay in residency determination.

Once residency status is determined you will receive an RCN.  What is the Residency Certification Number (RCN)?

The Residency Certification Number ("RCN") is a unique identifier that RDS assigns to you when you begin the RDS online interview. The RCN is unique to you. It provides confirmation that you have completed the RDS residency determination process. When you apply for admission at any NC college, the college may ask for your RCN in order to request data from RDS concerning your residency status.