Updated on 10/01/19

So, you’re thinking about applying to North Carolina State University or ‘NCSU’, and you’re curious about your chances of admission. Well, we’re here to help! Of course, there are a lot of factors in the admissions process, and it’s impossible to accurately predict whether you’ll be admitted or not. However, the most important factors in the admissions game are your GPA and test scores. So, using those as a measure, we can give you an estimate of your chances.

With an acceptance rate of 43.7%, admission to NCSU is somewhat competitive. Based on our analysis, to have a good chance of being admitted, you need to be at the very top of your class and have an SAT score of close to 1400, or an ACT score of around 32.

Not quite there? Try taking our SAT prep course and You’ll still have a chance of getting in, but it’s in the single digits. Let’s take a closer look at NCSU admission statistics.

NCSU 2019 Admissions Statistics: Class of 2023

NCSU’s acceptance rate in 2018 was 43.7%. For students applying to the class of 2023, out of 30,000 applicants, NCSU admitted about 13,110. The average unweighted GPA of admitted applicants was 3.75, the average weighted GPA was 4.59, the average ACT score was 29, and the average SAT score was 1320.

For students who took the ACT, the 25th percentile score of successful applicants was 27, and the 75th percentile score was 32.

For students who took the SAT, the 25th percentile score was 1260. The 75th percentile score was 1380.

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If you’re somewhere in the middle of these numbers, remember that a high test score can compensate for a slightly lower GPA, and vice versa. If you’re at the lower end, it helps if you’re a diverse applicant, the child of an alum, or have incredible personal achievements. Still, at the 25th percentile, your chances of getting in are in the low single digits.

Other aspects of your application, such as athletics, extracurricular and recommendations, are important, but will likely only make a difference for admission if you’re in the 75th percentile range for your GPA and SAT/ACT scores.

As we said, admission to NCSU is very competitive. Even if NCSU is your dream school, and even if you’re in the 75th percentile, you’ll still want to make sure you apply to a wide variety of schools to ensure you’ll gain admission somewhere.

Generally, you should have at least three safety schools (where you are in the 75th percentile of GPA/test scores), three reach schools (where you are in the 25th percentile of GPA/test scores) and three target schools (where you are near the average for GPA/test scores) on your list.

OK, so you’ve decided to apply. We took a look at NCSU’s admissions requirements to help you get everything in order.

NCSU 2020 Application Requirements: Class of 2024

To apply to NCSU, you’ll need to fill out either the Common App or Coalition App, submit an ACT or SAT score (writing test optional), submit your high school transcript, and pay the $85 application fee (or apply for a fee waiver). Everything should be submitted by October 15th for Early Action, and January 15th for Regular Decision.

Here’s a full list of application requirements:

• Fill out either the Common App or Coalition App
• Submit an ACT score or SAT score (writing score optional)
• Submit your high school transcript
• Pay the $85 application fee (or apply for a fee waiver)

The application deadline is October 15th for Early Action and January 15th for Regular Decision. March 1st is the financial aid application deadline. Early Action notifications are released January 30th, and Regular Decision applicants find out their fates March 30th.

Have you been admitted to NCSU? Congratulations! Below is a glimpse of what your classmates will be like.

NCSU 2019 Admitted Students Profile: Class of 2023

If you matriculate at NCSU, you’ll be joining a diverse class, with students from all over the U.S. and the world, and have a chance to study in dozens of fields.

Here are some interesting facts about the recently admitted class:

• Roughly 55% are male and 45% are female
• 4.7% of students are international
• 87% graduated in the top quarter of their class and 50% graduated in the top ten percent of their class

NCSU has a diverse class, as well, with a large number of people of color. The ethnicities of admitted applicants are:

• International: 4.7%
• Underrepresented minority: 3%
• Two or more races: 4%
• White: 75%

What do these admitted students plan to study? NCSU offers dozens of majors, and students matriculating there pursue a wide number of subjects. Here is a list of some of the top programs:

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• Business Administration and Management
• Textile Sciences and Engineering
• Accounting

Now, how are you going to pay for this?

NCSU Tuition Figures

At $42,248, NCSU’s cost of attendance is astronomical. But, don’t panic! Most incoming students receive some form of financial aid, and the average award is $10,052.

Here’s a fuller look at NCSU tuition and financial aid in 2017-18:

• Total budget: $42,248
• Average financial aid package: $10,052
• The average student debt of a Cal Tech graduate is $21,507

Now, what is life like at NCSU? Let’s take a look.

NCSU Location

NCSU is located in Raleigh, North Carolina.

While perhaps not being as lauded at times as Duke or UNC, NCSU actually is the largest university in the Carolinas overall, with over 34,000 students enrolled. Moreover, it is an institution that’s become well-known for its strengths in engineering, agriculture, statistics, textiles, etc.

Remember, you’re going to NCSU for its excellent academics! Below is a look at what academic life will be like.

NCSU Academics

NCSU has dozens of majors. Some of the school’s more interesting majors are:

• Agribusiness
• Biotechnology
• Construction Engineering
• Design and Visual Communications
• Electrical and Electronics Engineering
• Forest Resources Management
• Graphic Design
• Industrial and Product Design
• Landscape Architecture
• Mechanical Engineering
• Natural Resources Management and Policy
• Philosophy
• Sales and Marketing Operations
• Textile Sciences and Engineering
• Turf and Turfgrass Management
• Zoology

Now, let’s take a look at life outside the classroom at NCSU.

Student Life at NCSU

NCSU has hundreds of student organizations, covering academic interests, creative and performing arts, cultural and racial initiatives, gender and sexuality affinity groups, government and politics interests, and various media and publications.

Here’s a sampling of NCSU’s student activities:

• 321 Coffee
• African American Textile Society
• American Justice Corps
• Companion Animal Club
• App Development Club
• Club Golf at NC State
• Art2Wear at NC State
• DanceLife
• The League of Poker
• Agromeck
• Spoon University
• Disney Film Club
• Cosplay and Costuming Club
• Mi Familia
• Cultural Exchange Network

Are you an athlete? NCSU’s got plenty of options for you.

NCSU Athletics

NCSU offers a large number of intercollegiate sports, with extensive varsity, as well as club, offerings, for both men and women. So, if you’re not up to varsity level, remember there are plenty of club and intramural sports to try out for, too.

NCSU’s sports include:

• Baseball
• Basketball
• Football
• Cross-Country
• Swimming & Diving
• Soccer
• Wrestling
• Track & Field
• Tennis

Who might you become with an NCSU degree? Let’s take a look at some well-known and successful alums:

Notable Alums

NCSU has produced politicians, business tycoons, entertainers, musicians, media figures, and leaders in dozens of other fields.

Here’s a list of some particularly well-known alums:

• US Senator John Edwards
• NC Governor James B. Hunt Jr.
• Olympic winner Joan Benoit
• NFL Coach Bill Cowher
• Caterpillar Inc. CEO James W. Owens
• Apple COO Jeff Williams
• Actor/Comedian Zach Galifianakis
• Television host John Tesh
• HowStuffWorks founder Marshall Brain
• Citrix Systems CEO Mark Templeton
• White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs
• NFL player Russell Wilson

And this is only a partial list!

Remember!

Getting into NCSU is definitely competitive. Don’t despair if you get a no. If you have a strong GPA and high test scores, you have a great chance of getting into at least one of the more competitive schools. And if you don’t, remember: where you go is NOT who you are. If you work hard, you’ll end up at a school that’s right for you, and still get a great education.

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