North Carolina State University campus
Raleigh, United States
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North Carolina State University

Raleigh·university

#201

QS Rank

44%

Acceptance rate

48,606

Enrollment

About North Carolina State University

North Carolina State University is a leading public research institution with particular strength in engineering, agriculture, and sciences. Located in Raleigh, NC, in the Research Triangle, NCSU benefits from proximity to biotech and technology industries. The university emphasizes practical learning and research opportunities for undergraduates. NCSU offers strong engineering programs and unique opportunities in agriculture and environmental sciences. The university's location in a thriving tech hub provides excellent internship and career placement opportunities for graduates.

World University Rankings

QS World University Rankings (2026)#201
Times Higher Education (THE) (2025)#201
ARWU / Shanghai Rankings (2024)#151
US News Best Global Universities (2025)#75

Campus & Location

Province

NC

Campus setting

Suburban

Cost of living: Housing: USD 900–2,500/mo | Food: USD 380–650/mo | Costs vary widely by city.

Optional Practical Training (OPT)

All graduates qualify for 12-month OPT. STEM-designated programs (CS, Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, Sciences) qualify for 24-month STEM OPT extension — 36 months total work authorisation.

Admission requirements — Nepali equivalents

A rough translation of the published minimums for Nepali applicants:

GPA 3.060%+ in NEB +2, B+ average in Cambridge A-levels, or Second Division in a TU bachelor's degree.
GPA 3.370%+ in NEB +2 or First Division in a TU bachelor's degree.
GPA 3.675%+ in NEB +2 or First Division with Distinction in a TU bachelor's degree.
IELTS 6.5The most common graduate minimum — achievable with 2–3 months of focused preparation. IELTS 7.0+ needed for the most competitive programs.

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Data last verified: 2026-04-29 · Source: https://www.ncsu.edu. Information may change — verify with North Carolina State University’s official website before applying.