Transferring To CFCC

We’re glad you’re here! To apply to Cape Fear Community College, follow the steps below. Know that we’re here to help you along the way. Contact admissions@cfcc.edu or call 910-362-7000 . We look forward to seeing your application.

STEP 1 Complete Your Residency Determination

First, complete your North Carolina Residency Determination. This establishes whether you’ll pay in-state or out-of-state tuition. Once completed, you will be assigned a Residency Certification Number (RCN). Save this number! You’ll need it for the CFCC admission application.

As a transfer student, if you are currently enrolled or previously attended a North Carolina college or university, please review this information:

If you have a valid residency status that will not expire before the term you wish to enroll begins, you do not need to complete the residency process again. You can use your current/valid residency certification number for CFCC enrollment. If this is the case, proceed to step two, the admissions application. If your residency certification will expire before the term you wish to enroll begins, please continue with the residency application and renew your residency status.

We recommend you have access to the following information before you start your residency:

  • Driver’s License or Non-Driver ID
  • Tax Return Information
  • Vehicle License & Registration Information
  • Social Security Number
  • Voter Registration (if applicable)
  • Other Documents (Requested by RDS)
  • Immigration Documents (if applicable)

If you are under the age of 25, you will most likely need to complete residency with a parent or legal guardian.

Need assistance completing residency? Contact the Residency Determination Service at 844-319-3640 or rdsinfo@ncresidency.org .

Need access to a computer, scanner, or fax machine? Visit CFCC Enrollment Center at the downtown campus.

If your residency tuition classification changes and you need CFCC to update your student record, please email residency@cfcc.edu . Remember to include your RCN number in any correspondence.

For additional information about residency, see Residency Information .

Complete Residency Application

STEP 2 Complete Admissions Application

Now you’re ready to complete the official admission application!

Things to keep in mind:

  • It’s free.
  • If you need to save it and come back later, you can.
  • Once submitted, allow one week for your application to be processed.
  • If you applied within the last year, you do not need to reapply. Please contact Admissions to confirm; it’s possible you can just update your start term.
  • When completing your application, if you aren’t sure which major to select, please review our career resources and tools .

If you have questions or need assistance with the admission application, contact the Admissions Office at admissions@cfcc.edu or 910-362-7557

Complete Application

STEP 3 Submit Transcripts

  1. You’re almost there! Now, we just need your official transcript(s).
  2. As a transfer student, you are required to submit an official copy of your high school transcript. If you would like your previous college credits evaluated for transfer credit, you must also submit an official copy of your college transcript(s).
  3. Once your official transcript(s) is/are received and processed, you will be admitted. We will send you an acceptance letter and enrollment checklist within 5-7 days.
  4. If you have earned an associate degree or higher from a regionally accredited college or university, you may submit an official college transcript with a graduation date in place of an official high school transcript. Certain academic programs, including health sciences, require an official high school transcript.
    5. How to Request Your High School Transcript

STEP 4 Apply for Financial Aid and Scholarships

Newsflash: You don’t have to pay for college alone. CFCC awards thousands of scholarships each year. The first step is to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid.

Things to keep in mind:

  • The CFCC school Code is 005320
  • If you need help completing your FAFSA, our financial aid office is available for walk-in sessions at CFCC’s Downtown and North Campus. You can also contact your financial aid coordinator for a quick question or let them know you’re coming by!
  • Make sure you complete the correct FAFSA for when you plan to enroll:

    Plan to enroll for Correct FAFSA
    Spring 2025 2024-2025 FAFSA
    Summer 2025 2024-2025 FAFSA (Classes starting before July 1, 2025)
    Fall 2025 2025-2026 FAFSA (Opens Dec. 1, 2024)

Need help? Check out our step-by-step checklist !

Complete the FAFSA
Once Admitted, follow Enrollment Steps
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