If you are unsure as to whether you qualify for tuition as a North Carolina resident, check out the North Carolina Residence and Tuition Status Application (PDF).
Out-of-state students who are hired to teach in North Carolina public schools are eligible for in-state tuition while they establish residency. Complete the Out-of-State Tuition Waiver Application (PDF) and submit prior to each semester you attend.
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NC TEACH and the M.A.T.
NC TEACH courses fulfill requirements leading to the M.A.T. and a 10% raise for North Carolina teachers.
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Eligibility requirements for the alternative licensure programs are listed below. You may also refer to Alternative Entry–Pathways to Licensure (PDF) for graduate licensure programs or the Alternative Entry–Pathways to Licensure for Elementary and Spanish (PDF).
- Undergraduate degree from accredited college or university
- Meet prerequisite requirements of the department
- Minimum 2.75 GPA on the last 60 hours of undergraduate coursework
- Interview
Costs & Financial Aid
Many of our licensure courses are considered part of a Distance Learning Program (DLP) because courses are held off-site or online. Tuition for distance learning programs is calculated by credit hours. If you're an out-of-state member of the military, you can receive tuition reductions for DLP programs.
You also can take licensure courses as a resident student, with conveniently scheduled classes at our Cullowhee campus or on the campus of the University of North Carolina at Asheville. Graduate resident tuition is based on a full-time or part-time status. Undergraduate resident tuition rates are based on full-time status.
To learn more, visit our alternative licensure tuition and fees page.