Military Student Admissions and Deferments

In accordance with state law, the University of North Carolina provides admissions deferments to members of the military and their spouses.

• Reserved Armed Forces: two-year minimum deferment period
• Active Duty Armed Forces: five-year minimum deferment period
• Students must request a deferment at least 30 days prior to enrollment
• No applicant will be denied admission to the University solely based on military service or the intent to enter military service

Additionally, please note that the University offers in-state tuition to student veterans who meet the following criteria:

• Served active duty for at least 90 days
• Received an honorable discharge
• Meet one of the following:
  • Served active duty with a permanent station in North Carolina for at least 90 consecutive days
  • Graduated from a North Carolina high school on or after January 1, 2004
  • Was awarded a Purple Heart

Students are responsible for providing documentation to verify eligibility.