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North Carolina State University at Raleigh

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North Carolina State University, located in Raleigh, North Carolina, is the largest university in the state with over 36,000 students. As a public research institution, NC State is a powerhouse in engineering, agriculture, textiles, and the sciences, while also offering strong programs in design, education, and the humanities. Its Centennial Campus is a hub of innovation, bringing together students, faculty, and industry partners in research collaborations that have real-world impact. NC State is also part of the Research Triangle, alongside Duke and UNC Chapel Hill, giving students access to one of the country’s most dynamic centers of technology, research, and entrepreneurship. The campus blends historic red-brick buildings with modern labs and collaborative spaces, creating a balance of tradition and progress. NC State students are known for being practical, innovative, and hands-on, and the university’s “Think and Do” motto captures its spirit of problem-solving and real-world engagement.

Admissions Statistics

Regular Decision
Applicants
N/A
Admitted
N/A
Admit Rate
N/A
Total Enrolled
5,723
Early Decision
Early Applicants
N/A
Early Admitted
N/A
ED Admit Rate
N/A
Admits from Early
N/A
of total class
Waitlist
Offered Spot
9,704
Accepted Spot
4,194
Admitted
261
WL Admit Rate
0%

Academic Profile

Class Rank & GPA
Average GPA
3.83
Top 10% of Class
0.4%
Top 25% of Class
0.79%
Top 50% of Class
0.97%
Demographics
Men
2,749
Admit Rate: 0.3745949753%
Women
2,974
Admit Rate: 0.4560796002%
Non-International
97.7%
International
2.3%

Admission Factors

Selection Criteria
Rigor of School RecordNot Considered
Class RankConsidered
Academic GPANot Considered
Standardized TestsImportant
Application EssayImportant
RecommendationImportant
ExtracurricularsImportant
Talent/AbilityImportant
Character/PersonalImportant
InterviewVery Important
First GenerationImportant

Cost & Outcome

Tuition & Fees
In-State Tuition
$6,535
Out-of-State Tuition
$30,583
Career Earnings
Early Career Pay
$70,800
Mid Career Pay
$128,600
Student Body
Undergrads
24,925
Total Students
31,842