B+
Very Good
Score: 76/100

North Carolina State University at Raleigh

4-Year Public
📍 Raleigh, North Carolina 27695
🌐 www.ncsu.edu/
Outcomes
A+
90/100
Affordability
C
54/100
Resources
B
71/100
Experience
B+
81/100
Prestige
A
81/100

Quick Stats

37,323
Total Enrollment
85%
Graduation Rate
93%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
40%
Acceptance Rate
$14,860
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near North Carolina State University at Raleigh ▼

1% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 373 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$0
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🏆 Where North Carolina State University at Raleigh Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥇
Textile Sciences and Engineering
of 1 schools
#6
Animal Sciences, General
of 72 schools
#16
Industrial Engineering
of 75 schools
#17
Business Administration and Management, General
of 100 schools
#20
Computer Engineering, General
of 100 schools
#20
Speech Communication and Rhetoric
of 100 schools
#25
Civil Engineering, General
of 100 schools
#28
Chemical Engineering
of 100 schools
#29
Psychology, General
of 100 schools
#30
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $6,535 $29,407
Room $7,996
Board $5,723
Total Cost (On-Campus) $26,604 $49,476

Financial Aid

68%
Receive Any Aid
18%
Receive Pell Grants
41%
Take Out Loans
$14,860
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$6,200
$30,001 - $48,000$8,670
$48,001 - $75,000$13,992
$75,001 - $110,000$20,386
$110,001+$24,211

Student Demographics

37,323
Total Students
49%
Women
93%
Traditional Age (18-24)
1%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 61%
Hispanic 8%
Black 6%
Asian 9%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 10%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 97%
Off-Campus (Renters) 1%
With Family 2%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~373 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 56%
Hybrid (Some Online) 36%
Fully Online 8%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 93%
25-64 (Adult) 4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at North Carolina State University at Raleigh?
North Carolina State University at Raleigh has an acceptance rate of 40%. This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.
How much does it cost to attend North Carolina State University at Raleigh?
Tuition at North Carolina State University at Raleigh is $6,535 for in-state students and $29,407 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $14,860.
What is the graduation rate at North Carolina State University at Raleigh?
The graduation rate at North Carolina State University at Raleigh is 85%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is North Carolina State University at Raleigh a good school?
North Carolina State University at Raleigh has a Repit College Score of 76/100 (Grade: B+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (A): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend North Carolina State University at Raleigh?
North Carolina State University at Raleigh has a total enrollment of 37,323 students. Most students (93%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near North Carolina State University at Raleigh?
Yes! Approximately 1% of students at North Carolina State University at Raleigh live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 373 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology