At North Carolina

State University,

we transform innovative ideas into courageous

action. Our world-leading faculty and top-notch

students are advancing knowledge, solving

problems and extending the boundaries of the

possible. Come create a better world with us.

THINK AND DO

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Enrich college life by interacting with fellow students

who share more than just your intellectual pursuits.

You can spark lifelong friendships, nurture bonds with

a wide variety of peers and discover new passions

through clubs and organizations outside the classroom.

NC State offers an exciting array of sports activities,

a thriving Greek life and more than 600 student

organizations. admissions.ncsu.edu/student-life

GET INVOLVED

Across the Map

NC State students converge in Raleigh from:

•  all 100 North Carolina counties

•  all 50 U.S. states

•  117 foreign countries

30% of student body is

ethnically diverse

With more than 100 academic majors to choose from, our educational landscape is as diverse as our student body.

3,131 Largest number

of international students in North Carolina

University Honors and Scholars Programs

Students who participate in these programs receive an

educational experience enhanced by political, scientific

and artistic opportunities. Both programs focus on

academics, research and cultural enrichment. Although

select incoming freshmen are invited to join these

programs, all students may apply.

ncsu.edu/academics/academic-excellence-programs

ENRICHING EXPERIENCES

ARTS NC STATE

Whether you prefer the spotlight or a front-row seat,

ARTS NC STATE offers an array of visual and performing

arts opportunities. ARTS NC STATE encompasses six

programs aimed at exposing students and the community

to diverse artistic expression. From the leaps and twirls of

the Dance Program to jewelry design and pottery classes

at the Crafts Center; from rousing performances by the

Music Department, Center Stage and University Theater

to the wonders on display at the Gregg Museum of Art

& Design, ARTS NC STATE embraces and shares artistic

experiences. ncsu.edu/arts

GET AROUND

Wolfline, NC State’s bus service, is the quickest and

easiest way for students to travel around campus. The

signature red and white buses operate every day classes

are in session to serve Main Campus, Centennial Campus,

Centennial Biomedical Campus and privately owned

apartment complexes located nearby on the Wolfline route.

No ID is needed — hop on and ride for free!

Other NC State transportation

options include:

Go downtown Wolfprowl Bus offering express

evening service to downtown Raleigh

Drive around

the city

Zipcar Car-sharing program offering

on-campus cars students can reserve

online; hourly and daily rates include

insurance and gas

Go to a game Red Terror Bus offering service to

football and basketball games

Rent a bike WolfWheels Bicycle rental program

that offers short-term or long-term

rentals from Carmichael Gymnasium

Ride for free GoPass Free bus pass that allows

students to ride city and regional

buses free of charge

ACROSS CAMPUS1

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Main Campus

Consisting of North, Central

and South campuses, this is

where students live, share

meals and attend many of their

classes. They gather at the

iconic Brickyard, lounge on the

peaceful green grounds of the

Court of North Carolina and work

out at Carmichael Gymnasium.

They congregate at the 115-foot 

Belltower after big NC State sports

victories and browse the millions of

books found in the nine-story D.H.

Hill Library.

Centennial Campus

This public-private research park

houses more than 70 NC State 

research and academic units, along

with more than 60 corporate,

government and nonprofit partners.

Centennial is also home to the

award-winning Hunt Library, one of

the most technologically advanced

learning and collaboration spaces in

the world.

Centennial Biomedical Campus

This extension of the Centennial

Campus concept is anchored by

the College of Veterinary Medicine,

the third-ranked veterinary medical

school in the nation. Here, NC State

students work alongside industry

and government researchers to

study animal and human biomedical

applications.

STUDY ABROAD Participants in NC State’s Study

Abroad programs learn in more than

100 countries around the globe, 

choosing from programs that span

the spectrum of majors. Whether

you explore marine science at the

Great Barrier Reef, architecture on

the streets of Rome or environmental

sciences beneath the canopy of

the Amazon, Study Abroad brings

textbook and classroom experiences

to life. NC State’s Study Abroad

Office will work with you to ensure

that your program and coursework

keep you on track for an on-time

graduation. studyabroad.ncsu.edu

SERVICE-LEARNING COURSES Our students and faculty understand that making a

difference in the world means stepping out of the

classroom and participating. Service-learning students

work alongside faculty in their discipline to develop a

service plan that enhances both the community and their

education. From teaching English to providing vaccines

or helping the homeless, service learning connects the

classroom to the real world. csleps.dasa.ncsu.edu

250+ study-abroad programs

SPRING BREAKING ACROSS BORDERS Through Alternative Service Break,

you can travel the world to serve

others while immersing yourself in

local culture. From exploring global

food issues in Italy to supporting the

provision of health care in Guatemala,

students lend a helping hand while

enriching their own lives.

csleps.dasa.ncsu.edu/asb

GLOBAL CLASSROOM

in more than

100

countries around

the globe

At NC State, students diversify their education

by exploring the world outside the classroom.

Through Study Abroad, the Alternative Service

Break program and service-learning courses,

you can combine real-world experiences with

unparalleled education.

GO PACK!Students don’t have to venture far for an up-close, sideline

view of their favorite NC State athletic events.

Carter-Finley Stadium

Carter-Finley Stadium has been home to NC State football

games since it was built in 1966. The stadium and its 

surrounding acres of open fields invite a multitude of

pregame student and alum tailgaters.

PNC Arena

Just a short walk from Carter-Finley’s north end zone, the

PNC Arena’s 19,700 red seats, wide concourses and state-

of-the-art HD scoreboard provide a premier home for NC

State men’s basketball games. From their courtside priority

seating, students won’t miss a minute of the action.

Reynolds Coliseum

NC State women’s basketball, women’s gymnastics,

women’s volleyball and wrestling teams all compete in the

university’s legendary William Neal Reynolds Coliseum.

Since the coliseum witnessed the men’s basketball team’s

first victory in 1949, Reynolds has provided a home-court 

advantage for its athletes.

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RECREATION

If cheering on the Wolfpack and

being a part of the ACC inspires

you to don your own athletic

gear, sign up for one of our

many intramural sports, such as

soccer, lacrosse or basketball.

Or join fellow adventure-

seekers on whitewater rafting

expeditions and mountain biking

trips sponsored by NC State’s

Outdoor Adventure program.

Prefer a solo workout? Head to

Carmichael Gymnasium to go for

a swim, lift some weights or run

on the indoor track.

With 23 Division I varsity teams and 70 club/intramural sports programs, NC State has athletic opportunities for the fan in the stands and the player on the field.

Entrepreneurial grads blaze their own trails. NC State alums have used next-

generation tools and immersive technologies to introduce groundbreaking

businesses, products and services to the marketplace. Their work has led to

more than 400 new products, launched more than 100 startup companies and 

created more than 7,100 new jobs.

CAREER-READY GRADS

CHOOSE YOUR PATH

NC State undergraduates choose from more than 100 distinct 

majors, ranging from computer engineering degrees that

lead to high-tech careers — such as video game design — to

liberal arts degrees that prepare grads to be leaders in the

public and nonprofit sectors. Our students apply intellectual

flexibility to technological and social sciences challenges,

developing a sophisticated understanding of their environment

and a unique ability to make it better.

GRADUATE SCHOOL

Many of our undergrads choose

to stay here after graduation and

pursue a graduate degree at

NC State. These students, along

with classmates from 92 countries 

around the world, contribute to

the university’s groundbreaking

collaborative research. The

Graduate School offers more than

220 different graduate degrees,

including master’s, Ph.D. and

Ed.D. programs. ncsu.edu/gradTOP 20Ranked among the top 20 universities

by the Wall Street Journal for graduates

most desired by job recruiters

LEADING THE PACK

NC State’s faculty lead the university’s drive for

academic excellence and student success. Recognized

as innovators in their fields, our instructors share their

talents through teaching and research that enrich minds

and motivate discovery.

A short distance away from campus, scientific inquiry

and research abound at Research Triangle Park, where

many of the country’s leading Fortune 500 companies 

in the technology, research and pharmaceutical sectors

are headquartered. And through NC State’s Centennial

Campus — honored as the world’s top university

research park by the Association of University Research

Parks — students have the opportunity to partner with

employees from more than 130 corporate, government,

nonprofit and NC State research and academic units.

PROFOUND RESULTS

$47,000Highest average starting salary

for graduates among 16 North

Carolina colleges, as rated by

Online College Database

TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS

A wide selection of co-ops,

internships and preprofessional

programs prepare our students

for post-undergraduate life.

Cooperative Education

NC State’s Cooperative Education

students gain real-world

experience — and get paid for

it — while continuing to pursue

an on-campus degree. Students

are placed in more than 1,000 

rotations a year with employers

across the United States.

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Internships

Internships increase our students’

employability and allow them to

explore their career field by gaining

on-the-job experience. Through

working alongside experienced

professionals and using state-of-the-

art equipment, NC State students

develop the critical skills they need

to achieve their long-term goals.

Centennial Campus provides students the opportunity to partner with employees from more than 130 corporate, government, nonprofit and NC State research and academic units.

WELCOME HOMENC State offers a choice of 20 residence halls and four apartment complexes

for students to call home sweet home. With vistas spanning the Raleigh

treetops and skyline, sweeping breezeways and superb communal areas,

each hall provides students with a vibrant living experience.

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IT TAKES A VILLAGE

University Housing also offers 14 Living and Learning Villages that 

provide enriching academic and social experiences. Each village is a

small, interest-based community where residents can engage in around-

the-clock collaborative learning with peers, faculty and staff from their

academic department.

Whatever your interests, a supportive community waits to connect and

discover with you. For example, you can explore career options with

your peers in the First Year College Village; engage in theater, visual arts,

crafts, music and dance in the Arts Village; or participate in social, cultural

and educational opportunities with other scholars in the Scholars Village.

housing.ncsu.edu/villages

4 apartment

complexes

20

residence

halls

CHOW DOWN

Campus features a variety of dining options. Whether you

grab breakfast at Tuffy’s Diner in the newly renovated Talley

Student Union, stop by the Creamery in D. H. Hill Library

for a scoop of NC State’s own homemade Howling Cow

ice cream or swing by Port City Java for a late-night double

shot of espresso, you’ll find a taste to please your palate.

NC State’s three Main Campus dining halls — Fountain,

Clark and Case — offer cuisine ranging from fried chicken

to veggie wraps to burgers. The Brickyard’s Atrium Food

Court features salads, sushi, pastries and more.

ncsudining.com

Shop

Boasting three major shopping malls, an expansive

statewide flea market and tons of boutiques, high-end

fashion stores and consignment shops, Raleigh has

everything any fashionista or bargain hunter could want.

Savor

Raleigh offers cuisine for every palate. Sample eclectic

snacks at a food truck rodeo, or enjoy a leisurely outdoor

meal at a streetside café. With ethnic treats at award-

winning Thai, Indian, Vietnamese and Ethiopian restaurants,

area eateries can satisfy any appetite. You can also enjoy

fresh seafood from the coast, local produce at one of

our many farmers’ markets or our famous North Carolina

barbecue at family restaurants.

Explore

Raleigh’s many parks offer the perfect stomping

grounds for play, exercise, fishing, relaxing and exploring

nature. With 117 miles of greenway winding through

more than 3,700 acres of the city, nature is never far 

from your urban home.

See

Raleigh embraces and celebrates art and culture. Let our

famous North Carolina Symphony serenade you, or catch

a hot band downtown at our large outdoor amphitheater,

the Red Hat Amphitheater. The North Carolina Museum

of Natural Sciences, packed with everything from

snapping turtles to hands-on archaeological excavation,

is the most-visited tourist destination in the state. The

North Carolina Museum of Art will wow you with its 164 

acres of artwork and green space, and the North Carolina

Museum of History will take you back to the days of

pirates and pioneers.

Cheer

Wolfpack fans in Raleigh can cheer for more than the red

and white of NC State. The Carolina Hurricanes, Raleigh’s

Stanley Cup-winning major league professional hockey

team, tear across the ice in our own PNC Arena. Baseball

fans root for the Durham Bulls and the Carolina Mudcats

within easy driving distance of Raleigh. Soccer lovers

cheer for the Carolina RailHawks of the North American

Soccer league.

WORK AND LIVENestled in the heart of North Carolina,

Raleigh is just a few hours’ drive from

both the beach and the mountains. But

with all the Research Triangle area has

to offer, you may want to stay right here.

RALEIGH LIFE

150 parks and gardens

71°F average high temperature

7 major museums

3 hours to the mountains

2 hours to the beach

#2 best state for business (Chief Executive)

#1 place for business and careers (Forbes)

#1 safest city (Forbes)

#1 city in America (Bloomberg Businessweek)

The Best Value for Your Money

NC State consistently ranks among the top values in higher education.

THE VALUE OF NC STATE

How Much Will It Cost?

Here’s a basic look at an NC State student’s expenses:

2014–15

Estimated Expenses

In-State

Students

Out-of-State

Students

Tuition and fees $8,296 $23,551

Books and supplies $1,076 $1,076

Room rent $6,244 $6,244

Meals $3,786 $3,786

Total estimated expenses* $19,402 $34,657

*Health insurance is also required and may add to student costs.

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#4Ranked fourth for overall public

university value for 2014 by the

Princeton Review.

#5The fifth-ranked public university in

overall value for 2013, according to U.S.

News & World Report.

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$456K (20-year net ROI)

The best return on

student investment

among public North

Carolina universities,

says Payscale.com.

Freshman Admission

Last year, more than 20,000 students applied for 4,250 

spaces in the freshman class. NC State’s competitive

admissions process looks at the whole student,

including grades, rigor of coursework, class rank, test

scores and high school and community involvement.

admissions.ncsu.edu/freshman

Transfer Admission

NC State welcomes applicants who began their

college work at another university or a college. About

20 percent of our current students studied elsewhere

before making NC State their home. This past year

we received more than 3,500 applications for a class 

of 1,300. Transfer students need a minimum of 30 

transferable credit hours and a competitive grade-point

average. There are additional requirements stated on

our website.

admissions.ncsu.edu/transfer-students

International Admission

NC State values the different perspectives and ideas

that international students bring to the classroom and

to campus life. Last year we received more than 1,300 

international applications and welcomed students from

117 foreign countries to our campus.

admissions.ncsu.edu/international-students

JOIN THE WOLFPACK! Go to wolfpaw.ncsu.edu, your Personal Admissions

Website, and create a wolfPAW account to stay connected

with NC State. You can tell us about your interests, register

for campus visits, receive important reminders and apply

to NC State.

How Much Will It Cost?

Here’s a basic look at an NC State student’s expenses:

2014–15

Estimated Expenses

In-State

Students

Out-of-State

Students

Tuition and fees $8,296 $23,551

Books and supplies $1,076 $1,076

Room rent $6,244 $6,244

Meals $3,786 $3,786

Total estimated expenses* $19,402 $34,657

*Health insurance is also required and may add to student costs.

A dedicated team in the Office of Undergraduate Admissions is available to answer your questions regarding the admissions process for all applicants.

undergrad-admissions@ncsu.edu

Accounting

Financial Analysis

Information Systems

Internal Auditing

Managerial

Aerospace Engineering

Africana Studies

Community Studies

Agricultural & Environmental Technology

Agricultural Systems Management

Environmental System Management

Agricultural Business Management

Biological Sciences

Agricultural Education

Agricultural Business

Agricultural Engineering Technology

Agronomy

Animal Science

Horticultural Science

Natural Resources

Poultry Science

Agricultural Science

Agriculture, Undeclared

Animal Science

Industry

Science

Anthropology

General

Applied Mathematics

Architecture

Art & Design

Arts Studies

Film Studies

Music

Visual Arts

Biochemistry

Biological Engineering

Agricultural Engineering

Bioprocessing Engineering

Environmental Engineering

Biological Sciences

Ecology, Evolution & Conservation Biology

Human Biology

Integrative Physiology & Neurobiology

Molecular, Cellular & Developmental

Biomedical Engineering

Bioprocessing Science

Business Administration

Entrepreneurship

Finance

Human Resource Management

  Management Information/Information Technology

Marketing

  Operations/Supply Chain Management

Business & Marketing Education

Chemical Engineering

Biomanufacturing Sciences

Biomolecular

Green Chemistry & Engineering

Nanoscience

Sustainable Engineering, Energy & the Environment

Chemistry

Civil Engineering

Communication

Media

Public & Interpersonal

Public Relations

Computer Engineering

Computer Science

Game Development

Construction Engineering & Management

General Construction

Mechanical Construction

Criminology

Design Studies

Business Administration

Nonprofit Studies

Economics

Business Economics

Education, Undeclared

Electrical Engineering

Renewable Electrical Energy Systems

ALPHABETICAL LISTING OF NC STATE’S MAJORS

Elementary Education

Engineering, Undeclared

English

Creative Writing

Film

Language, Writing & Rhetoric

Literature

Teacher Education

Environmental Engineering

Environmental Sciences

Environmental Technology & Management

Extension Education

Agricultural & Natural Resources

Youth Leadership Development

Fashion & Textile Design

Fashion Design

Textile Design

Fashion & Textile Management

Brand Management & Marketing

Fashion Development & Product Management

Retail & Supply Chain Management

First Year College

Fisheries, Wildlife & Conservation Biology

Conservation Biology

Fisheries

Wildlife

Food Science

Forest Management

French Language & Literature

Teacher Education

Genetics

Geology

German Studies

International Economics

Science & Technology

Graphic Design

History

History & Social Studies Teacher Education

Horticultural Science

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Paper Science & Engineering

Parks, Recreation & Tourism Management

Parks & Natural Resource Recreation

Parks Management

Tourism & Commercial Recreation

Philosophy

Ethics

Law

Logic, Representation & Reasoning

Physics

Plant & Soil Sciences

Agroecology

Agronomic Business

Agronomic Science

Crop Biotechnology

Crop Production

Soil Science

Plant Biology

Political Science

American Politics

International Politics

Law & Justice

Law & Theory

Public Policy

Social Studies Teacher Education

Polymer & Color Chemistry

ACS Certified

Medical Science

Science & Operations

Poultry Science

Professional Golf Management

Psychology

Religious Studies

Science Education

Biology

Chemistry

Earth Science

Middle Grades

Physics

Science, Technology & Society

Social Work

I

M

N

P

R

S

Industrial Design

Industrial Engineering

Furniture Manufacturing

International Studies

Africa

East and Southeast Asia

Europe

International Cultural Studies

International Economy & Environment

International Relations

Latin America

South Asia & Middle East

Management, Undeclared

Marine Sciences

Biological Oceanography

Chemistry

Geology

Meteorology

Physics

Materials Science & Engineering

Mathematics

Mathematics Education

Computer Science

Mathematics

Middle Grades

Statistics

Mechanical Engineering

Meteorology

Microbiology

Middle Grades Education

Language Arts & Social Studies

Mathematics & Science

Natural Resources

Ecosystem Assessment

Marine & Coastal

Policy & Administration

Soil & Water Systems

Soil Resources

Natural Resources, Undeclared

Nuclear Engineering

Nutrition Science

Sociology

Soil & Land Development

Land Development

Soil Science

Spanish Language & Literature

Teacher Education

Sport Management

Statistics

Sustainable Materials & Technology

Technology, Engineering & Design Education

Textile Engineering

Chemical Processing

Information Systems

Product Engineering

Textiles, Undeclared

Textile Technology

Medical Textiles

Supply Chain Operations

Technical Textiles

Turfgrass Science

Women’s & Gender Studies

Zoology

Agricultural Institute

Agribusiness Management

Horticulture Concentration

Agricultural Pest Management

Field Crops Technology

General Agriculture

Livestock & Poultry Management

Ornamentals & Landscape Technology

Turfgrass Management

Urban Pest Management

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NORTH CAROLINA STATE UNIVERSITY

BY THE NUMBERS

34,009 Total number of students

24,536 Undergraduates

8,895 Faculty and staff

30% Proportion of student body

that is ethnically diverse

600+ Student organizations

70 Club and intramural sports

35 Average class size

80% Proportion of classes with

fewer than 50 students

18:1 Student-to-faculty ratio

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