Online homeschool in North Carolina

Live Cambridge IGCSE and A-Level for North Carolina families. Built for UNC, NC State, Duke, Wake Forest applications — and for Research Triangle tech families.

NC has the strongest UNC + NC Promise tuition pipeline in the southeast. Cambridge qualifications strengthen Duke and Wake Forest applications notably.

Homeschool law in North Carolina

NC requires DNPE filing once when starting, annual standardized testing (scores kept in family records — not submitted), and parent must hold HS diploma or GED. Manageable for any organised family.

University pathways

Fees

From USD 423/month for Primary, payable termly; varies by curriculum and level. One-to-one tuition: USD 15/hour.

Frequently asked questions

Can Smartious teach North Carolina homeschool students under DNPE rules?

Yes. NC requires homeschool families to file a Notice of Intent with the Division of Non-Public Education (DNPE) once when starting. Smartious provides transcripts, attendance records and grading documentation that satisfy NC's record-keeping requirements. Annual standardised tests are kept in your family records (not submitted to DNPE) — we coordinate test booking through approved providers.

How much does Smartious cost for North Carolina families in USD?

Tuition starts from USD 423 per month, and the exact figure depends on the pathway, the year group and the subjects your child takes. Request pricing through the enrolment form and we send the full structure the same day. Every programme includes live qualified teachers, recorded lessons for review, marked work and termly reports, with no surprise fees.

Is Smartious recognized by UNC Chapel Hill, NC State, and Duke?

Yes. UNC Chapel Hill, NC State, Duke, Wake Forest, Davidson and Elon all accept Cambridge IGCSE and A-Level qualifications. Cambridge A-Level is particularly valued in Duke and Wake Forest admissions where international-standard rigour stands out. We provide free Common App support, Duke Trinity & Pratt application guidance, and recommendation letters.

What's the live class schedule for Research Triangle families on Eastern Time?

Live classes run 8 AM – 5 PM Eastern Time, Monday through Friday. Research Triangle tech-parent families find the 8–11 AM core block works well alongside their work schedules, with recorded electives accessible anytime. Charlotte and Raleigh families often combine 2 live + 2 recorded sessions per subject per week.

How does my NC child qualify for in-state universities like UNC?

North Carolina residency rules for tuition purposes require 12 months of physical residence in NC plus intent to remain. Homeschool status does not affect residency. Your NC child receives in-state tuition at UNC system universities, NC State, NC Promise institutions (UNCG, App State, ECSU, FSU NC at ~$500/semester), and community colleges. Smartious students apply as standard NC residents with their UNC-strengthened transcript.

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What parents say

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