North Carolina State University at Raleigh: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores
North Carolina State University at Raleigh admits about 41.7% of applicants. The reported SAT middle-50% range is 1300–1470 (sum of the section 25th/75th percentiles reported to College Scorecard). That SAT range concords to roughly a 28–33 ACT Composite under the official 2018 College Board/ACT concordance table.
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North Carolina State University at Raleigh At a Glance
| Location | Raleigh, North Carolina |
|---|---|
| Type | Public |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 27,371 |
| Acceptance Rate | 41.7% |
| SAT Range (Reading & Writing) | 650-720 |
| SAT Range (Math) | 650-750 |
| SAT Range (Combined, approx.) | 1300-1470 |
| Average SAT (Combined) | 1376 |
| ACT Range | 28-32 |
| Average Net Price | $16,486/yr |
| Tuition (In-State) | $8,815/yr |
| Tuition (Out-of-State) | $33,780/yr |
| 4-Year Graduation Rate | 84.9% |
| Full-Time Retention Rate | 94.5% |
| Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry | $77,810 |
| Median Debt at Completion | $19,500 |
How North Carolina State University at Raleigh Compares
North Carolina State University at Raleigh is more selective than about 87% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.
With about 27,371 students, it is larger than about 78% of the 265 schools in this list.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Carolina State University at Raleigh's acceptance rate?
North Carolina State University at Raleigh's acceptance rate is about 41.7%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What SAT score do you need for North Carolina State University at Raleigh?
Admitted students at North Carolina State University at Raleigh typically report a combined SAT score between 1300 and 1470 (the reported 25th to 75th percentile range).
Does North Carolina State University at Raleigh require the SAT?
Test-optional and test-required policies change from year to year and are not part of the College Scorecard data used on this page. Check North Carolina State University at Raleigh's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.
What is the average cost of North Carolina State University at Raleigh?
The average net price reported for North Carolina State University at Raleigh is $16,486 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.