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What is NC RDS?
What is NC RDS?
The North Carolina Residency Determination Service (NC RDS) was established in coordination with UNC System Public Schools, NC Community College System, and other NC Colleges and Universities as a centralized place to determine residency for students. In short, they determine if you are a North Carolina Resident for tuition purposes. They are the ones who allow you to qualify for in-state tuition! Woo-hoo! Completing the NC RDS is also the only way to ensure that you are eligible to receive NC Grant consideration at all North Carolina colleges and universities.
Am I Considered an NC Resident?
Am I Considered an NC Resident?
According to the NC Residency Determination Service website, you are considered a North Carolina Resident for Tuition Purposes if you:
You and your legal guardian have established your legal residence in North Carolina.
You and your legal guardian have maintained that legal residence in North Carolina for at least twelve (12) consecutive months prior to the beginning of the term.
You and your legal guardian have a residentiary presence in the state of North Carolina.
You intend to make North Carolina your permanent home indefinitely (rather than just being in North Carolina solely to attend college).
What Information Do I Need to Complete the RDS?
What Information Do I Need to Complete the RDS?
It is important the the RDS is filled out completely and accurately. Before you sit down to complete the RDS, make sure you have the following information ready:
(Student only) A College Foundation of North Carolina, CFNC, account
Personal Information
Full legal name
Date of birth
Social Security Number (SSN), Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN), Alien Registration Number (ARN), or US Citizenship and Immigration Service Number (USCIS)
Tax Information (from the most recent NC Tax Return)
Filing method (mailed or electronic)
Filing Status (single, married, etc.)
Whether or not the student was claimed
Voter registration information (if applicable)
State of vehicle registration and Driver's License Number (or NC ID Number)
Name of Employer(s) within the last 12 Months
When Should I Complete My RDS?
When Should I Complete My RDS?
We recommend completing your RDS before completing your college applications! Not only is it a good idea to go ahead and get this out of the way, but many NC Colleges need this information!
NC Community Colleges ask for this information as a part of you application!
UNC System Schools ask for this information during the admissions process!
Independent NC Colleges and Universities use this information to consider you for NC State Grants!
Needless to say, it is a good idea to complete your Residency Determination early on in the application process!
Please Do Not Hesitate To Ask For Help!
Please Do Not Hesitate To Ask For Help!
If you have any additional questions or concerns while completing the RDS, please do not hesitate to reach out to Ms. Coffey! I would be more than happy to set up an appointment with any student or family needing help completing the process that would like some additional support.
Please let your adviser know if any of the following apply to you or your student:
The student is experiencing homelessness or home instability
The parent(s)/legal guardian(s) (NOT grandparents, siblings, etc.) are active duty military
The student is a DACA recipient
The student is permanently not living with a parent or legal guardian
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