North Carolina State University at Raleigh
Raleigh, North Carolina · Public, 4-year
At a glance
Average net price
$17,303
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
84.8%
Admission rate
42%
Undergrad size
27,371
In-state tuition
$8,799
Out-of-state tuition
$32,847
Cost of attendance
$26,425
Median earnings (10y)
$68,758
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,376
- ACT midpoint
- 30
- Retention
- 94.5%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
24 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (47%), business (17%), social sciences (13%).
- STEM47%
- Business17%
- Humanities & arts13%
- Social sciences13%
- Trades & services10%
- Engineering23.8%~6,528 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Business17.0%~4,661 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~2,652 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Agriculture8.1%~2,206 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Computer science5.5%~1,500 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Psychology5.0%~1,374 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Social sciences4.9%~1,341 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~1,054 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communication2.9%~807 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~783 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~599 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Mathematics2.2%~591 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Education2.1%~572 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~490 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~438 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English1.5%~419 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Architecture1.1%~290 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History1.0%~274 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~257 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~200 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Liberal arts0.5%~131 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~101 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering tech0.2%~63 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Science tech0.1%~36 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 1,759 | $49,783 | $20,000 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 851 | $27,992 | $21,500 |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Master's | 661 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 601 | $27,334 | $22,373 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 568 | $73,857 | $21,073 |
| Computer Science. | Master's | 500 | $94,886 | — |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 499 | $64,232 | $24,250 |
| Animal Sciences. | Bachelor's | 446 | $31,223 | $22,689 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 437 | $33,358 | $22,324 |
| Textile Sciences and Engineering. | Bachelor's | 396 | $45,374 | $24,725 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 367 | $34,004 | $23,457 |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor's | 320 | $68,806 | $24,250 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 304 | $46,979 | $20,946 |
| Chemical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 292 | $73,222 | $22,244 |
| Biomedical/Medical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 287 | $48,979 | $18,638 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 264 | $31,727 | $21,500 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 254 | $34,163 | $21,500 |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor's | 248 | $63,383 | $25,000 |
| Computer Engineering. | Bachelor's | 247 | $69,627 | $24,250 |
| Agricultural Business and Management. | Bachelor's | 236 | $43,092 | $19,500 |
| Computer Engineering. | Master's | 233 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 224 | $39,631 | — |
| Industrial Engineering. | Bachelor's | 219 | $66,081 | $22,309 |
| Nutrition Sciences. | Bachelor's | 215 | $30,421 | $22,511 |
| Business/Managerial Economics. | Bachelor's | 211 | $49,220 | $23,250 |
| Computer Software and Media Applications. | Master's | 204 | $99,745 | — |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering. | Master's | 202 | $87,226 | — |
| Veterinary Medicine. | First professional | 193 | — | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 191 | $51,262 | — |
| Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences. | Master's | 189 | $29,857 | — |
| Social Work. | Master's | 182 | $41,567 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 173 | $41,060 | $25,000 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 167 | $28,983 | $21,680 |
| Forestry. | Bachelor's | 153 | $54,960 | $24,749 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Master's | 149 | $90,892 | — |
| Statistics. | Master's | 145 | $84,224 | — |
| Statistics. | Bachelor's | 144 | $52,455 | $24,151 |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 142 | $38,731 | $20,500 |
| Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering. | Bachelor's | 141 | $63,111 | $21,574 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 135 | $39,620 | $21,500 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About North Carolina State University at Raleigh
North Carolina State University at Raleigh is a very large institution located in Raleigh, North Carolina, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 27,371 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Engineering, Business, Biological sciences.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at North Carolina State University at Raleigh — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $17,303 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $8,799 for in-state students and $32,847 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $26,425 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 84.8%, a strong completion outcome. 94.5% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $68,758 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
North Carolina State University at Raleigh confers degrees and certificates across 24 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Engineering, Business, Biological sciences. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (47% of credentials), business (17% of credentials), social sciences (13% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
North Carolina State University at Raleigh accepts 42% of applicants, making it selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,376. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 30.
Location & campus
Set in Raleigh, North Carolina (city), North Carolina State University at Raleigh draws students from across North Carolina and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about North Carolina State University at Raleigh
Q.How much does North Carolina State University at Raleigh cost?
The average net price at North Carolina State University at Raleigh is $17,303 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $26,425.
Q.What is the graduation rate at North Carolina State University at Raleigh?
North Carolina State University at Raleigh has a 6-year graduation rate of 84.8% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into North Carolina State University at Raleigh?
North Carolina State University at Raleigh admits 42% of applicants, which is considered selective.
Q.How much do North Carolina State University at Raleigh graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median North Carolina State University at Raleigh graduate earns $68,758 per year.
Q.What is tuition at North Carolina State University at Raleigh?
Published tuition is $8,799 in-state and $32,847 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is North Carolina State University at Raleigh located?
North Carolina State University at Raleigh is located in Raleigh, North Carolina (ZIP 27695).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with North Carolina State University at Raleigh at their official website.