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Department of Health Sciences

The Program

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The Neurodiagnostics and Sleep Sciences program is a limited residency program combining both remote and in-person courses. For detailed course information, please refer to the UNC Catalog.

Admissions Requirements

To be eligible for admission, students must complete:

  • All First-Year Foundation requirements
  • All Reflection & Integration requirements
  • At least six Focus Capacity requirements

For more details, visit the IDEAs in Action General Education Curriculum.

Pre-Requisite Courses

Required math and science courses must be completed prior to applying. These can be found under “Additional Requirements” on the UNC Neurodiagnostics and Sleep Science Catalog page.

Transfer Credit Equivalency

Students transferring from other institutions can review previously accepted courses on the UNC Chapel Hill Transfer Credit List.

Application Process

Applications may be submitted before completing all course requirements, but decisions will be conditional until all general education requirements are met.

Applicants will be evaluated based on:

  • Clarity and quality of personal statement
  • Academic progress and promise
  • Supportive references
  • Knowledge of the field

Important: If you require an F-1 Visa, please contact us before submitting your application.

Application Deadlines

Internal Students

Spring 2026 Application

(No Separate Admission Periods)

  • Application Opens: July 1, 2025 (via Slate)
  • Application Closes: September 27, 2025

Fall 2026 Application

  • Application Opens: October 16, 2025 (via Slate)
  • Application Closes: May 15, 2026

Admission Periods for Internal Students

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Transfer Students

Fall 2026 Application

  • Application Opens: August 1, 2025 (via Common App)
  • Application Closes: February 15, 2026

Note: There is no Spring application period for transfer students.

How to Apply

Current UNC-Chapel Hill Students (Internal)

Apply
  1. Click the Apply button above and log in to the ConnectCarolina Student Center.
  2. In the “Other Academic” dropdown menu, select “Apply for Change of Major.”
  3. Complete and submit the request.
  4. You will receive an email with instructions for completing your full application.

Transfer Students

Apply
  1. Go to the Common Application to create an account and start your application.
  2. Submit:
    • The Common Application
    • The UNC-specific supplement
    • The application fee
  3. Upload the required essay through the Common App supplement.
  4. Submit official transcripts from all secondary and post-secondary schools to:
    University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
    Office of Undergraduate Admissions
    Jackson Hall, Campus Box 2200
    Chapel Hill, NC 27599-2200
  5. Arrange for two letters of recommendation to be sent to:
    📧 uncsubmit@admissions.unc.edu

    • Letters should be written by college professors, teaching assistants, work supervisors, or volunteer project supervisors familiar with your academic or professional abilities.

Note: You must apply to UNC-Chapel Hill and to the NDSS program through Undergraduate Admissions. When you indicate your interest in the NDSS program, you will receive NDSS-specific questions as part of your application.

University Admissions Policy

For information regarding the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s Admissions Policy, click on the link below: UNC-Chapel Hill Admissions Policy.

Students must complete the following:

  • All First-Year Foundation requirements
  • All Reflection and Integration requirements
  • Six Focus Capacity requirements

For detailed information, please visit the IDEAs in Action Curriculum website.

Campus Life Experiences (CLEs)

  • CLEs must be completed while enrolled in the program.

NDSS Curriculum and General Education

The NDSS Curriculum includes three courses that fulfill General Education Requirements:

  • HI-INTERN
  • RESEARCH

Note: All general education requirements should be completed before entering the program. However, students may apply while these requirements are still in progress.

Need Help?

Every student’s academic journey is unique.
If you have questions or need guidance about your general education requirements, please contact us via the NDSS email. We’re here to help!

Non-Degree Applicants

For information regarding applying as a non-degree student please work with the UNC-Chapel Hill Digital and Lifelong Learning Office. See information below on applying:

HOW TO APPLY

The application process varies according to your status:

  • If you are a new undergraduate applicant, apply online using the online application form (see How to Apply).
  • If you are a new postbaccalaureate applicant, apply using the online application form. To begin your application, you must create an account.
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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

For more information on this law or other resources, reach out to the Military & Veteran Student Success Center.

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Contact Information

If you have any additional questions or concerns, please contact neurosleep@unc.edu.