North Carolina State University College Portrait

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Students
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Admissions
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Classes and Campus Life
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Student Experiences
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Majors, Graduation and Next Steps
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Student Success & Progress
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Student Learning Outcomes
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Undergraduate and Graduate Student Total
Total Students	34,340

Undergraduate Student Demographic Breakdown
Gender
Total Undergraduate Students	24,833

Women	10,825	44%
Men	14,008	56%

Race/Ethnicity
American Indian / Alaskan Native	117	<1%
Asian	1,263	5%
African American / Black	1,908	8%
Hispanic	1,032	4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	12	<1%
White	18,549	75%
Two or More Races	618	2%
International	618	2%
Race/Ethnicity Not Reported	716	3%

Geographic Distribution (Degree-Seeking)
Where do NC State undergraduates call home?

North Carolina	89%
Other US States & Territories	9%
Other Countries	2%

How old are NC State undergraduates?
Average Age	21
Percent of Undergraduates Age 25 or Older	<1%

Low Income Students
% of Undergraduate Students Who Are Low Income Students	24%