Prospective Student Resources

Locate NCSSM by searching for North Carolina School of Science and Math. Once you click the school, you will only see one application listed under ‘high school’; that is because you can apply to the Residential, Online, and Summer Ventures programs within that same application.

Standardized Test Update for the Class of 2029

The North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics will not require or accept standardized tests (SAT, ACT, etc.) for the Class of 2029. The Office of Admissions will not accept any score reports as part of the application process. 

If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Admissions, admissions@ncssm.edu.

February 15 to February 28

The window for submitting transcripts and report cards will open on February 15, 2027, and close on February 28, 2027. Applicants can submit or report their grades using one of the following methods:

Self Reporting: Applicants can upload an unofficial copy of their transcript in Blackbaud. If the applicant is enrolled in a year-long course, they will need to scan and submit a copy of their report card in Blackbaud to accompany their transcript. Note: Applicants who are extended an offer for enrollment will be contingent on NCSSM receiving an official transcript from their home high school.

CFNC: Applicants can submit their official transcripts using www.cfnc.org. If the applicant is enrolled in a year-long course, they will need to request that their current year counselor submit an official report card to the Office of Admissions to accompany their transcript.

Log in to 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

Applicants can request that their counselor send an official copy by US Postal Service: Attn: NCSSM Office of Admissions, 1219 Broad Street, Durham, North Carolina, 27705 or by uploading it and sending it electronically to transcripts@ncssm.edu.

No, if you create your own Blackbaud account it could cause unnecessary problems later in the process. NCSSM will create the account for you. In mid-January, that account information will be emailed to you with further instructions. You do not need access to Blackbaud until January.

Yes. Be aware that non-Apple and non-Google email providers often filter or block messages sent from NCSSM. This can cause you to miss important communications about your application, potentially resulting in you failing to meet a deadline.

This will be completed in the Blackbaud Application Tracking System in January. NCSSM will send you your Blackbaud log in information via email in mid-January. You will need to log in immediately to Blackbaud. From there, you will follow directions provided in your email to complete the Discovery Day (Math Assessment) registration.

We understand how disappointing it can be when you do not receive an acceptance offer, but we want to assure you that the decision was made thoughtfully. The decision does not diminish your intelligence, talent, or future possibilities.

Please understand that all decisions are final, and there is no appeals process. Furthermore, we do not review applications with students or families, nor do we share scores for the math assessment.   If you are a current sophomore, we encourage you to apply to Summer Ventures or inquire with your school administration about our NCSSM Connect and Inspire programs. These programs provide valuable exposure to rigorous and challenging STEM learning and help strengthen college applications.