North Carolina law (G.S. 116-143.1) requires that to qualify for in-state tuition, a legal resident must have maintained domicile in North Carolina for at least 12 months prior to enrollment. The legal residence of a minor may be that of the parents, surviving parent or legal guardian. No person loses in-state status by serving in the Armed Forces outside of the state of North Carolina.

Regulations concerning the classification of students by residence for purposes of applicable tuition differentials are set forth in detail in "A Manual to Assist the Public Higher Education Institutions of North Carolina in the Matter of Student Residence Classification for Tuition Purposes." The Manual is available in the Student Development Office.

Out-of-state residents working in North Carolina may have their employer pay in-state tuition. A limited number of family members and employees transferred to N.C. may also qualify for the in-state tuition rate. Check with the Office of Admissions for more information.

RESPONSIBILITY OF STUDENTS: Any student or prospective student in doubt concerning residence status must bear the responsibility for securing a ruling by stating the case in writing to the Dean, Student Development. The student who, due to subsequent events, becomes eligible for a change in classification, whether from out-of-state or the reverse, has the responsibility of immediately informing the Registrar of the circumstances in writing. Failure to give complete and correct information regarding residence constitutes grounds for disciplinary action.