The Graduate Secretary has the form needed to request a leave of absence from the Graduate School. Leaves are granted generally for one year, though more time may be requested. Leaves are not generally renewed. Note that leaves of absence and re-application are necessary steps for those students who take overseas positions. Yes, but it is very difficult to acquire residency if you come to N.C. from another state as a student.
Residents qualify for in-state tuition.
The University allows you five years of tuition remission to in-state levels. It is also necessary to register to vote, obtain a N.C. driver's license, and register your car in N.C. immediately upon moving to the state. In themselves, however, these last three actions are not sufficient to qualify for residency. The Graduate School holds workshops on residency. There is an ABD support group.