North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC. Admissions numbers, deadlines, cost and your chances of getting in, by round.
| Location | Raleigh, NC · Large city |
|---|---|
| Type | Public |
| Undergraduates | 27,371 |
| Acceptance rate | 42% |
| SAT (middle 50%, reported) | 1280–1460 · 25% submit |
| SAT estimated for all students | 1250–1430 |
| ACT (middle 50%) | 28–33 |
| Testing policy | Optional |
| Graduation rate | 85% |
| First-year retention | 94% |
| Student–faculty ratio | 16:1 |
| Cost of attendance | $26,425 in-state · $50,473 out-of-state |
| Application fee | $85 |
Application deadlines (2026–27)
- Early Action: Nov 1, 2026
- Regular Decision: Jan 15, 2027
Most popular majors: Engineering, Business, Biology, Agriculture, Social sciences.
NC State campus map
On campus
North Carolina State University Central Campus, Weisiger Brown Athletic Facility, Erdahl Cloyd Wing, D. H. Hill Library, North Carolina State South Campus, Carmichael Gymnasium, Case Academic Center, Price Music Center, Carmichael Recreation Center, NC State Crafts Center.
Around campus
- Places to eat: Zaxby's, Ruckus Pizza and Bar, Wings over Raleigh, Meat and Bite, Burger King, Sub Conscious
- Coffee: Starbucks, Cup A Joe, Global Village Organic Coffee, The Cookie People
- Nightlife: Harar Hookah lounge, 440 Nightclub, Sammy's Tap & Grill
- Shops: Nice Price Books and Records, Reader's Corner, Alsco Uniforms
- Museums and culture: Holy Name of Jesus Cathedral Parish Center, Rose Garden Amphitheatre, Raleigh Little Theatre
- Groceries: 6 Twelve Convenience Store, Jerusalem Bakery and Grocery
- Parks: WRAL Azalea Garden, Rose Garden and Little Theatre, Isabella Cannon Park, Spring Park Mini-Park