Yes Carolina is almost impossible for out of state students. Luckily we are in state! I told my DS UNC is many kids first choice so don't take your admittance there lightly.
It's just crazy at the amount of factors that determine the fate of our kids. My DS is still at CPR but is mentally preparing himself for plan b. He has been fairly calm throughout the process but is now starting to feel some stress that plan a may not be an option.