Carteret Community College does not determine the resident status of students. Resident status is determined by a centralized process known as the Residency Determination Service (RDS). In order for a student to receive the benefits of in-state tuition and/or state student aid a residency determination from RDS is required.
To complete a determination, go to www.NCresidency.org. The student’s CFNC username and password should be used to login to the RDS portal.
The State Education Assistance Authority is the primary and sole authority to conduct residency determination for the state of North Carolina. Review the RDS Guidebook for qualifications to be considered an in-state resident. The RDS Guidebook also outlines the process to appeal a determination as an out-of-state resident.
RESIDENCY CLASSIFICATIONS
Your tuition will be determined based on the following classifications:
In-State Resident - You have established legal domicile in and have lived in North Carolina for the past 12 months
Out-of-State Student - You have not lived in North Carolina for the past 12 months.
DACA Student Residency Status – DACA students are encouraged to speak with the Financial Aid Office to determine residency status for tuition purposes. Carteret CC may have programs available to assist with paying for college expenses.