North Carolina State University

It is very difficult to get into North Carolina State University. The university admitted 47% of all applicants in 2022. Last year, 35,420 students applied to North Carolina State University and 16,651 were admitted.

If you want to apply to North Carolina State University, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 1/15 and the fee for the application is $85.

Students who submit their applications to North Carolina State University for fall semester should anticipate a decision by March 30.

North Carolina State University Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of North Carolina State University's admissions stats.

North Carolina State University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.8
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	46%
Mean SAT Score	1330
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	30%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	40%
Waitlist	Yes

North Carolina State University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for North Carolina State University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	Yes	November 1	January 30
Regular Decision	Yes	1 15	March 30

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Applying Early to North Carolina State University?

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North Carolina State University does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 1. North Carolina State University will release EA admissions decisions no later than January 30.

North Carolina State University accepts around 48% of early action applicants and 47% all applicants for all deadlines. Last year, North Carolina State University admitted 12,3 of the 25,39 who applied early action.

Some students apply early to college because they hope it will help their chances of being offering admission. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase your chance of acceptance, since it demonstrates that you are very interested in a school.

➡️ Explore a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on North Carolina State University Admissions

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Transferring to North Carolina State University

Transfer student admissions is very difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to North Carolina State University

In 2022, North Carolina State University waitlisted 7,439 students and 2,689 accepted a place on the waitlist. Of those, 14 eventually got in.

What's Most Important for Getting Into North Carolina State University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the areas where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at North Carolina State University

What does North Carolina State University consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Class Rank	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with North Carolina State University for more information on admission factors.

North Carolina State University Application Requirements

To apply to North Carolina State University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with North Carolina State University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Other Requirements	–	–	√	Students applying for studio-based majors must provide a portfolio. Students applying for Professional Golf Management must provide a copy of their GHIN/Handicap scores from their local golf facility and a letter of recommendation from their golf coach or a PGA Professional.
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Standardized Test Scores	–	–	–	–
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into North Carolina State University?

Students admitted to North Carolina State University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.8.

Out of all students that were admitted, 73% submitted a class rank. At North Carolina State University 46% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 85% were in the top 25% and 99% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At North Carolina State University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	20%
3.75 and 3.99	57%
3.50 and 3.74	19%
3.25 and 3.49	3%
3.00 and 3.24	1%
2.50 and 2.9	–
2.00 and 2.49	–

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to North Carolina State University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

North Carolina State University is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 30% of North Carolina State University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 40% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for North Carolina State University?

To be competitive with other North Carolina State University applicants, you should aim to earn between 1260 and 1420 (or higher!) on the SAT. At North Carolina State University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1420 and 25% of scored lower than 1260, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a North Carolina State University student is 1330.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of North Carolina State University students scored 740 or higher and 75% of students scored 620 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of North Carolina State University students scored 700 or higher, and 75% scored a 620 or higher.

To be most competitive at North Carolina State University, you should strive to earn between 24 and 31 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 31 means you fall in the 75th percentile for North Carolina State University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 31, and three out of four students scored lower than 31 on the ACT.

A 24 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for North Carolina State University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 24.

More Information on Transferring to North Carolina State University

For transfer students, it is very difficult to get admitted to North Carolina State University.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is February 15. Applicants should hear back by April 15.

Transfer students can enroll in North Carolina State University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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North Carolina State University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to North Carolina State University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to North Carolina State University.

Does North Carolina State University accept transfer credits?

✅ North Carolina State University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. North Carolina State University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does North Carolina State University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ North Carolina State University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to North Carolina State University?

❌ No, North Carolina State University is test optional, so you can choose whether or not to send your standardized test scores. If you have higher than average scores, you probably want to include them. If your scores are average or below average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is North Carolina State University's acceptance rate?

✅ North Carolina State University's acceptance rate is 47%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at North Carolina State University?

❌ North Carolina State University does not offer early decision.

What is the early action acceptance rate at North Carolina State University?

✅ The early action acceptance rate at North Carolina State University was 48% in 2021.

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