<p>i actually live in nc (20 min away from nc state lol), but they're considering me out of state because although i'm a visa-holding permanent resident, i do not hold american citizenship or a greencard. so how difficult is the competition? i have heard that it's actually easier to get in from out of state, because people out of state applying to nc schools typically go for unc chapel hill. i'm not sure if this is true or not, please give me your input! Thanks!</p>