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Academics

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Quick Stats

Student-Faculty Ratio 17:1
Full-Time Student Population 27,679
Part-Time Student Population 6,200
Full-Time Instructional Faculty 1,773
Part-Time Instructional Faculty 315
Total FT Faculty 1,773
Faculty with Terminal Degree 90%
Average Faculty Salary $88,129
Full-Time Retention Rate 91%
Part-Time Retention Rate 33%
Transfer-Out Rate 10%
Graduation Rate 71%
Programs/Majors Offered 145
Average Course Load 14 credits
Academic/Career Counseling? Yes
Remedial Services? Yes
Class Sizes
  • Fewer than 20 Students: 32%
  • 20 to 49 Students: 52%
  • 50 or More Students: 16%

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Academics are held to a high standard at NC State, due to the top-ranked colleges within the University in combination with the dedicated professors. The College of Textiles is one of the best textile schools in the world. People from around the nation are also likely to recognize a degree from NCSU’s College of Engineering and the College of Art and Design. Professors usually make themselves available during office hours, and they tend go above and beyond to make themselves accessible to students and their questions. Students warn incoming freshmen, though, that not all professors will be equally helpful. NC State provides free tutorial services in many subjects; these prove helpful when professors are a little tough to work with. The Undergraduate Tutorial Center often provides one-on-one help (depending on how busy it is) and practice exams. Good luck finding a seat the day before a Physics 205 exam!

While NCSU has very strong academics in most fields, some are still developing. The business school, while in high demand at State, is still trying to make a name for itself; this is true of the English department, as well. However, students have said they have found their most inspirational teachers in the English department. Like any school, all fields have their pros and cons. NC State holds its own with diverse areas of study and accessible professors, all of which provide an enriched learning environment for any student.

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Academics at North Carolina State University

CHRAGLAND

'15

Biological Sciences

4.6
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Human Biology

The courses I take are fairly tough. Chemistry is taught very well at this school. There are many great clubs that correspond to my major and are helpful for developing professionalism.

Jan 23, 2012

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Academics at North Carolina State University

cmthomp4

'14

History

4.2
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Being a History Major

Being a history major is strenuous, but rewarding. Just in the required seminar you come out of it fully aware of what it means to be a historian.

Nov 22, 2011

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Academics at North Carolina State University

katieexrae

'15

Fashion and Apparel Merchandising

5.0
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Everyone Fits in

North Carolina State has so many different majors that you really can be anything you want to be here. I find that classes are a lot easier here than surrounding Universities, and you still get a solid and noteworthy degree. Most professors are friendly, caring, and helpful. There is no way you can do bad unless you don't even show up! North Carolina State wants you to succeed and everyone is here for you.

Nov 02, 2011

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Instructional Programs Occupational: Yes
Academic: Yes
Continuing Professional: Yes
Recreational/Avocational: Yes
Adult Basic Remedial: No
Secondary (High School): No
Special Credit Opportunities Advanced Placement (AP) Credits: Yes
Dual Credit: Yes
Life Experience Credits: No
AP Test Score Requirements Possible credit for scores of 3, 4, or 5
IB Test Score Requirements Possible credit for scores of 6 or 7
Undergraduate Schools/Divisions
  • College of Agriculture & Life Sciences
  • College of Design
  • College of Education
  • College of Engineering
  • College of Humanities & Social Sciences
  • College of Management
  • College of Natural Resources
  • College of Physical & Mathematical Sciences
  • College of Textiles
  • College of Veterinary Medicine
  • First Year College
Degrees Awarded
  • Associate degree
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Doctorate - Professional practice
  • Doctorate - Research/scholarship
  • Master's degree
  • Post-bachelor's certificate
  • Post-master's certificate
Most Popular Majors
  • Accounting: 2%
  • Biology and Biological Sciences: 2%
  • Business Administration and Management: 4%
  • Mechanical Engineering: 2%
Special Study Options
  • Distance learning opportunities
  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification (below the postsecondary level)
Best Places to Study
  • Cauldwell Lounge
  • Court of Carolinas (weather permitting)
  • DH Hill Library
  • Dorm study lounges
Did You Know?

If you’re worried about falling behind in your classes, why not hire a tutor? NC State’s Undergraduate Tutorial Center offers free tutorial services for most 100- and 200-level math, science, and language courses, as well as for speech and paper writing. Check out their Web site at www.ncsu.edu/tutorial_center for more info.

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College Prowler guides are in the hands of students throughout the entire process. Because you can't make student-written guides without the students, we have students at each campus who write, edit, and survey their peers for every guide that we publish. Thanks to our most recent student author at NCSU

Name: Matthew J. Cote

Hometown: Teaneck, NJ

Major: English: Language, Writing, and Rhetoric

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