North Carolina State University is a large university with a close-knit community feel. Faculty strives to be accessible, offering students a good degree of personal attention. Students are prepared for learning in the classroom and in real-world scenarios, on and off campus and through study abroad programs, available in nearly every country.
NC State students are prepared to be leaders in their field, from emerging technologies to science fields that are shaping the future. Popular majors include nanotechnology, biotechnology, computer science, engineering, life sciences, and physical sciences.
More than 34,000 students attend this center of learning, where they can take advantage of hundreds of extracurricular learning and cultural activities. They can also participate in their choice of 400 student clubs spanning politics, religion, sports, and service opportunities. There are numerous housing on- and off-campus housing options geared for a range of lifestyles.