North Carolina State University
Acceptance Rate Trend
SAT Score Range Trend
(middle 50% of admitted students)
| Year | 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 1300 | 1460 |
| 2023 | 1300 | 1460 |
| 2024 | 1300 | 1460 |
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👍 Great Fit If You Are:
Problem-solving engineers
if you want to design, build, and fix things in the real world, NC State will put tools in your hands early.
Statisticians and data scientists
if you love logic and practical application, NC State has elite-level stats and analytics programs.
Applied learners
if you prefer projects, labs, and industry-linked experiences over pure lectures, this school is built for you.
Southern community lovers
if you like friendly, no-drama students who care about what they do and how they do it, you’ll feel at home here.
Public school pragmatists
if you're seeking strong outcomes, low debt, and high ROI, NC State delivers big results for the cost.
🚨 Not Ideal For:
Academic theorists
while strong academically, NC State leans applied; if you crave pure theory or philosophy, look elsewhere.
Prestige chasers
NC State is respected but not elite-branded; it’s more about substance than flash.
Party-first students
while social life exists, academics and labs come first here; it’s not a tailgate-heavy culture like SEC schools.
Highly individualized learners
many majors have structured, sequential paths; those seeking creative academic freedom may feel constrained.
City-lifestyle seekers
Raleigh is growing and dynamic, but not a dense urban core like NYC or LA.
☀️ Weather & Climate
spring
50-75°F (10-24°C)
Mild with blooming flora
summer
70-90°F (21-32°C)
Hot and humid
fall
50-80°F (10-27°C)
Mild and crisp
winter
30-55°F (-1-13°C)
Cool with occasional freezes
Humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild winters.
☀️Average 225 sunny days per year
👩🎓👨🎓 Demographics
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📚 Popular Majors
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Nearby Areas
Vibrant downtown with restaurants, shops, and cultural venues
Upscale mixed‑use district with dining and retail options