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North Carolina State University at Raleigh

Raleigh, NC

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Median Earnings
$68,758
10 years after enrollment
Grad Rate
84.7%
6-year completion
Students
27,371
Undergraduate enrollment
Admit Rate
41.7%
Acceptance rate

Annual Cost Breakdown

Full Sticker Price

$26,425/yr

Tuition + fees + room + board + books. What you pay with no financial aid.

Avg After Grants

$17,303/yr

What students who received federal/institutional grants actually paid on average. Varies by family income.

Tuition Only

In-state: $8,799

Out-of-state: $32,847

Tuition only — does not include room, board, or fees.

💡 The “Avg After Grants” is an average across all students who received aid — your actual cost depends on your family income. Use the school's Net Price Calculator for a personalized estimate.

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after grants — by income bracket. Source: U.S. Dept of Education, AY 2022–23.

Under $30k/yr income$6,382/yr
$30k–$48k/yr income$8,758/yr
$48k–$75k/yr income$13,334/yr
$75k–$110k/yr income
Over $110k/yr income$24,652/yr

These are averages for aid recipients. Your exact cost depends on your specific FAFSA results. Estimate yours on studentaid.gov →

Admissions & Outcomes

Acceptance Rate
41.7%
1-Year Retention
94.5%
Pell Grant Recipients
19.6%
First-Generation Students
19.3%
In-State Tuition
$8,799/yr
Out-of-State Tuition
$32,847/yr

Acceptance Rate

41.7%

Moderately selective — competitive applicant pool.

Top Programs

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Computer Science
Engineering
Biology / Life Sci

% of bachelor's degrees awarded in each field

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Program Rankings

Official program-level rankings (US News, QS, Forbes) are not available through a free public API. The Earnings by Major section below is the best free proxy — it shows real median salaries 2 years after graduation for each program at this school, sourced directly from federal earnings data.

Frequently Asked Questions about North Carolina State University at Raleigh

How much does North Carolina State University at Raleigh cost?

The average net price at North Carolina State University at Raleigh after grants and scholarships is $17,303 per year. The full sticker price before aid is $26,425/yr. Your actual cost depends on your family income — use the school's Net Price Calculator for a personalized estimate.

What is the graduation rate at North Carolina State University at Raleigh?

The 6-year graduation rate at North Carolina State University at Raleigh is 84.7%. The 1-year retention rate is 94.5%. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

What is the acceptance rate at North Carolina State University at Raleigh?

The acceptance rate at North Carolina State University at Raleigh is 41.7%. Moderately selective — competitive applicant pool.

What do North Carolina State University at Raleigh graduates earn?

The median earnings of students who attended North Carolina State University at Raleigh 10 years after enrollment is $68,758. Earnings vary significantly by major — see the Earnings by Major section above for program-specific data. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Is North Carolina State University at Raleigh a good school?

Whether North Carolina State University at Raleigh is the right fit depends on your major, budget, and priorities. Key facts: 85% graduation rate, average net price of $17,303/year, median graduate earnings of $68,758 at 10 years. Use our free Fit Score quiz to see how this school ranks against your specific needs.

Data from U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, AY 2022–23 (updated November 2025). Earnings reflect median 10-year outcomes for all students who enrolled.