Admissions Overview
The admission process at North Carolina State University at Raleigh has a 40% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $85. North Carolina State University at Raleigh has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
40%
Selective
Application Volume
40,049
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
36%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at North Carolina State University at Raleigh has a 40% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $85. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at North Carolina State University at Raleigh evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$85
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at North Carolina State University at Raleigh. About 21% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,300 to 1,460. Additionally, about 28% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 28 to 32.
SAT Scores
21% of students submitted400
1600
1300 – 1460
200
800
640 – 720
200
800
660 – 740
ACT Scores
28% of students submitted1
36
28 – 32
1
36
26 – 33
1
36
26 – 33
Admission Statistics
40,049 students applied to NC State. Of those, 40% were accepted (15,958 students). Of these 15,958 accepted students, 5,728 chose to enroll.
40,049
Total Applicants
15,958
Students Admitted
5,728
Students Enrolled
40%
Acceptance Rate