Is North Carolina State University at Raleigh worth it?
North Carolina State University at Raleigh is a public, four-year institution in Raleigh, North Carolina (large city). It awarded 10,612 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in business administration and management, computer science and biology sciences.
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Federal context for North Carolina State University at Raleigh
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Median earnings 1 year after
$50,866
Median earnings 4 years after
$75,943
Median earnings 10 years after
$68,758
Average net price
$17,303
Completion rate
85%
Completions (2024)
10,612
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
27,371
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $56,877 | $84,349 | 573 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $36,157 | $61,384 | 236 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Master's | $113,700 | $127,702 | 216 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | $69,078 | $87,112 | 212 |
| Textile Sciences and Engineering | Bachelor's | $45,078 | $71,837 | 210 |
| Communication and Media Studies | Bachelor's | $39,889 | $62,039 | 207 |
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | $85,809 | $113,478 | 199 |
| Animal Sciences | Bachelor's | $33,332 | $53,226 | 181 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $29,738 | $62,032 | 181 |
| Social Work | Master's | $46,981 | $59,556 | 169 |
| Veterinary Medicine | First professional | $91,133 | $120,058 | 159 |
| Accounting and Related Services | Master's | $66,000 | $95,452 | 133 |
| Computer Software and Media Applications | Master's | $115,689 | $148,845 | 131 |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering | Bachelor's | $77,687 | $102,178 | 128 |
| Civil Engineering | Bachelor's | $70,346 | $85,568 | 124 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 916 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 435 |
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | 373 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 342 |
| Management Science | Master's | 298 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | 290 |
| Computer Science | Master's | 236 |
| Computer Engineering, General | Master's | 231 |
| Animal Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 201 |
| Speech Communication and Rhetoric | Bachelor's | 201 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 22% | 23,807 |
| Educational Services | 15% | 16,332 |
| Manufacturing | 14% | 14,609 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 6% | 6,212 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 6% | 6,064 |
| Retail Trade | 5% | 5,712 |
| Wholesale Trade | 5% | 5,235 |
| Finance and Insurance | 5% | 4,820 |
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Sources: federal figures for North Carolina State University at Raleigh. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for North Carolina. Counts under 10 are not published.
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