NCSU Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 41.74%. Selective, indicating a somewhat competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 1370. Above average SAT scores, indicating competitive applicants.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $8,799
- Out-of-State Tuition: $32,847
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at NCSU:
- Total Enrollment: 38,464, including 2,954 online students
- 28,422 Undergraduate, 10,042 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 50.4% men, 49.6% women.
- This is a very large institution, likely offering a vast array of programs, research opportunities, and extracurricular activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 85%. High graduation rate, indicating strong student support and academic success.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 94%. Excellent retention, indicating students are satisfied and supported.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 325 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 81 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 156 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
NCSU Overview
North Carolina State University at Raleigh (NCSU) is a four-year, public school located in Raleigh, NC. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.
The NCSU's tuition & fees is $8,799 for North Carolina residents and $32,847 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 51% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $11,592.
The school has a total enrollment of 38,464 and the students to faculty ratio is 15 to 1 (6.67%).
NCSU's acceptance rate is 41.74% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 31.76%. The median SAT score is 1370 and the ACT score is 30.
NCSU ranked 70th in National Universities and 3rd in North Carolina Colleges rankings. North Carolina State University at Raleigh is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of North Carolina State University at Raleigh is $8,799 for in-state students and $32,847 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $12,101 for in-state students and $32,874 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $8,704 for North Carolina residents and $33,964 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $12,390 for North Carolina residents and $33,992 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $8,799 | $32,847 |
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| Graduate | $12,101 | $32,874 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $8,704 | $33,964 |
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| Graduate | $12,390 | $33,992 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
North Carolina State University at Raleigh offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at NCSU
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, NAVY, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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