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North Carolina State University at Raleigh
Raleigh, NCPublicCity Setting
Moderately Selective • 42% Acceptance
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Overview & Identity
North Carolina State University at Raleigh is a public institution located in the city setting of Raleigh, NC. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 27.4K students and has an admission acceptance rate of 42%.
Quick Facts
Institution Type
Public
Student Population
27.4K (Very Large)
Admissions Selectivity
42% (Moderately Selective)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
City
Admissions & Academics
Admitted Student Scores
SAT Reading650 - 720
200typical 50% range800
SAT Math650 - 750
200typical 50% range800
ACT Composite28 - 32
1typical 50% range36
42%
Acceptance Rate
Moderately Selective
Top Majors & Programs
Engineering24% of degrees
Business & Marketing17% of degrees
Biological Sciences10% of degrees
Social Sciences6% of degrees
Programs / Fields of Study
Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Computer Science.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $164,757
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Post-baccalaureate Certificate
Earnings 4yr: $159,290
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $15,813
Computer Software and Media Applications.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $148,845
Earnings 5yr: $143,908
Debt: N/A
Engineering, General.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $145,889
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Applied Mathematics.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $141,131
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Statistics.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $137,104
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Chemical Engineering.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $131,873
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $131,229
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Marketing.
Credential: Post-baccalaureate Certificate
Earnings 4yr: $131,018
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $19,500
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $127,702
Earnings 5yr: $118,602
Debt: N/A
Chemistry.
Credential: Doctoral Degree
Earnings 4yr: $123,298
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Psychology, General.
Credential: Doctoral Degree
Earnings 4yr: $120,982
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Civil Engineering.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $120,234
Earnings 5yr: $113,353
Debt: N/A
Veterinary Medicine.
Credential: First Professional Degree
Earnings 4yr: $120,058
Earnings 5yr: $117,254
Debt: N/A
Biotechnology.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $117,649
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Mechanical Engineering.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $115,376
Earnings 5yr: $111,987
Debt: N/A
Computer Science.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $113,478
Earnings 5yr: $111,385
Debt: $21,073
Computer Engineering.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $110,416
Earnings 5yr: $110,896
Debt: $24,250
Chemical Engineering.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $104,705
Earnings 5yr: $103,529
Debt: $22,244
Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $102,178
Earnings 5yr: $97,818
Debt: $24,250
Tuition & Cost Portrait
Avg Net Price$17,303
In-State Tuition$8,799
Out-of-State Tuition$32,847
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.
Financial Assistance & Support
20%
Pell Grants
33%
Take Loans
75%
Repayment
Student Outcomes & ROI
Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation
6 Years Post-Entry
$57,623
+19% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$68,758
Completion Signals
85%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
94%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$17,320
Est. Monthly Payment
$187/mo
Based on standard 10yr path
Campus & Demographics
Student Demographics & Community
Diversity Mix
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Gender Balance
50%
Men50%
WomenThe campus gender distribution displays a split of 50% men and 50% women.
Student Vitals
First-Gen Share
19%
Part-Time Share
6%
Avg Family Income
$79,302
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