1. NCSSM INFORMATION SESSION
A residential program in Durham, NC, for talented rising 11th-12th graders with an interest in STEM.

3. Important Dates FALL 2018 October 15: Application Opened
November 2: Last day to sign up for the December SAT OR the December ACT (you only need one or the other)
November 8: Open House registration opens
December 1: Take the SAT OR…
December 8: Take the ACT
December 8: Attend Open House
JANUARY 15: Submit application

4. Application Information
CFNC.ORG
Click 'Apply' and 'To College'
Next, click on 'Application Hub'
Now click on  'Start an Application'
Use the search tool and type in 'NC' and select North Carolina School of Science and Math from the pull-down menu to start the application
Under "Intent to Apply" use the drop-downs to indicate which program(s) you intend to apply to
You can save the application and return to it as long as you submit it by the deadline (January 15th)
Applicants must have each section of the application completed via the CFNC.org electronic application by January 15, 2019.  There are no exceptions to this deadline

5. Application Information
If you choose to apply to both NCSSM Residential and NCSSM Online programs, you must choose a preference. You will be reviewed for your top choice first, and if selected, you will not be reviewed for your second option. You may only receive one Finalist offer from NCSSM. You will not be automatically accepted to your second choice if you decline your first.

6. Application Information
Awards, certificates, projects and recognitions
Extracurricular, community service and volunteer activities (both in-school and out-of-school)
Leadership positions and activities
Other interests, talents and hobbies
Please list your activities in science, technology, engineering and mathematics from 7th grade through the current term

7. Application Information
NCSSM Residential and Online students must have a high level of maturity, whether living away from home or working daily without teachers or supervision. Please help us understand why you are mature enough to manage your own deadlines, schedule and academic interest.
What drives you?
What are your goals?
Why is maturity important to you?

8. Application Information
Explain why you are ready for independent learning and can function without frequent teacher interaction, in-class assignments, and reinforcement of concepts.
What do you appreciate about independent learning?
How do you grow from having a less hands-on teacher approach?
Please list up to FOUR of your best examples of out of classroom activities that demonstrate your ability to take initiative, improve your education, or improve your community. Then explain your level of involvement and why the activity demonstrates your abilities or talents.
They are looking to see how you will make an impact on their campus. They do not want someone who will just benefit without giving back.
Leadership, drive, independence

9. Application Information
We want to know why and how you are enthusiastic about learning outside of the classroom. We DON'T need a list of clubs, fee-based programs, or competitions in which you've participated. Instead, we want to know your strategy for additional learning beyond the classroom.
What makes you take initiative to learn?
What is your process for learning on your own?

10. Application Information
We want to know why you are excited about science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields of academic study. We DON'T need a list of clubs, fee-based programs, or competitions in which you've participated. We need to know why you are excited by these fields and why you believe you need to learn more about them.
Where does your STEM passion come from?
How do you hope to make an impact through STEM?

11. Application Information
Both NCSSM Residential and NCSSM Online require a significant time commitment to study outside of school, in the evening and weekends while still participating in extracurricular activities and other activities. How are you going to commit and make time available for NCSSM's academic programs?
How do you prioritize your time?
Why do you put your academics first?

12. Application Information
Please explain why you need to be part of the NCSSM Residential or Online academic program. Why can't your current school's resources and curriculum meet your needs?
What excites you? Please explain one interesting thing about you, your family, or your community you have not told us already.
You have more about you beyond your academics and academic clubs!

13. Application Information
Please explain any family, socio-economic, personal, or academic adversities we should take into consideration in evaluating your application, your potential, or ability to participate in opportunities outside of the classroom

14. SAT/ACT Information
NCSSM does not require the Essay portion of the SAT and/or ACT
SAT: To ensure that test results are sent directly to the NCSSM Admissions Office, students using a hard copy of the SAT registration form must enter the NCSSM special code 2241 in Block 11A. Students registering online for the SAT must select North Carolina School of Science and Math from the list of schools, to send the score report. 
ACT: Please manually enter our ACT code, 7961 to ensure that your score report is sent directly to us.

15. Important Dates SPRING 2019
January 11: Last day to register for February ACT if needed
JANUARY 15: Submit application
February 1: Link tor electronic evaluation opens up for teachers and counselors
February 9: Take ACT if you have not already
February 23, March 2, OR March 9: Attend Discovery Day must go on assigned day
February 25: Submit transcript will fall 2018 grades
March 10: Deadline for evaluations and Transcripts

16. Recommendations
NCSSM: As part of the application process, applicants must secure evaluations from two teachers and their current guidance counselor. Applicants must have a teacher evaluation form completed from:
*9th or 10th grade STEM Teacher
*9th or 10th grade English Teacher
*10th grade Guidance Counselor
It is the responsibility of the applicant to ask teachers and counselor to complete an evaluation on their behalf.
February 1, 2019: Designated teachers and counselors receive notification that Teacher and Counselor Evaluation Form link has been activated
March 10, 2019: Deadline for receipt of Teacher and Counselor Evaluation Forms by NCSSM
Teacher Evaluation and Counselor Report Forms will be completed electronically via UniApp.

17. Transcript Information
The Office of Admissions will accept transcripts from February 25th - March 10th, 2019
Transcripts should include ALL grades from 9th grade through the most recent fall semester grades.
To submit a transcript using CFNC.org's Transcript Manager:
Log into CFNC.org
Under the Apply Section, click 'To College,' and then 'Transcript Manager'
Select North Carolina School of Science and Math from the pull down menu
Download and review your transcript after it has been submitted, if it does not include 9th grade grades and 10th grade, fall semester grades, please have your counselor send us a 10th grade report card as well.

18. WISDOM: CURRENT NCSSM STUDENT
Application tips that we have not covered
Favorite thing about NCSSM?
Anything unexpected from attending NCSSM?
What type of student are they looking for?

19. QUESTIONS?