Does NC State offer application fee waivers?

I'm planning to apply to NC State and was wondering if they offer any application fee waivers. I'm trying to manage my application costs since I'm applying to several schools. Can anyone share if NC State has a process for getting the fee waived, or if there are specific qualifications needed to apply for the waiver?

NC State University does indeed offer the opportunity to request application fee waivers, which can certainly help manage the costs associated with applying to multiple colleges. These waivers are generally provided based on financial need.

If you're applying using the Common Application, you can indicate in the 'Profile' section that you'd like to request an application fee waiver, and then complete the necessary documentation detailing your eligibility. Typically, you'd qualify for a waiver if any of the following circumstances apply to you: you're eligible for or participating in the Federal Free or Reduced Price Lunch program (FRPL), your family income falls within the Income Eligibility Guidelines set by the USDA Food and Nutrition Service, you're enrolled in a federal, state or local program that aids students from low-income families, or you are experiencing a specific financial hardship.

If you're not using Common Application and applying directly through the NC State University's application system, you should reach out to the Undergraduate Admissions Office directly. They can provide you with a school-specific process for requesting a fee waiver.

Remember it's important that you reach out to them as soon as possible, well before the application deadlines, to ensure you have adequate time to process your request. And be prepared to provide supporting documents verifying your financial need if necessary.