Minimum Admissions Requirements for North Carolina

Six course units in language including:
- Four in English
  - English I
  - English II
  - English III
  - English IV
- Two units of a language other than English
  - Foreign Language
Four course units in mathematics including:
- Math I (Algebra I)
- Math II (Geometry)
- Math III (Algebra II/Trigonometry)
- 4th Math (i.e. AFM, Pre-Calculus, and beyond)

It is recommended that prospective students take a mathematics course credit in the 12th grade.

Three course units in science including:
- Earth/Environmental Science
- Biology
- Physical Science (i.e. Physical Science, Chemistry, Physics)
- At least a lab course
Two course units in social studies
- World History
- Civics & Economics
- American History I
- American History II
- U.S. History
- Social Studies Elective

College Board Testing

Junior year is the best time to take the SAT or ACT – there is no need to wait until 2nd semester of your junior year, you can take them 1st semester of your junior year as well. You can take either test at the beginning of your senior year, but your scores may be delayed to your desired college(s) before the first application deadline (if senior year is when you are applying). Your score(s) are forwarded directly to the admissions officer of the campus applied to by the agency which administers the test.

Minimum Admissions Requirements for North Carolina

College Board Testing

Best Time to Apply for College

Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

Available Scholarships

Minimum Admissions Requirements for North Carolina

College Board Testing

Best Time to Apply for College

Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

Available Scholarships

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