What division is NC State?

NC State competes at the NCAA Division I FBS level in the ACC.

What GPA do you need for NC State?

The average GPA at NC State is 3.7. This is a highly selective academic program.

NC State has an enrollment of approximately 26,389 students in a urban setting.

What is the acceptance rate at NC State?

NC State has an acceptance rate of 42%.

How do I get recruited to play at NC State?

To get recruited at NC State, start by building your athletic and academic profile on RawRecruit. Our AI Fit Score algorithm compares your stats against NC State's historical roster data across 5 dimensions. You can access coaching staff contact information including emails and phone numbers to reach out directly.

NC State

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NCAA Division I FBS

Division

26,389

Enrollment

3.7

Avg GPA

42%

Acceptance

85%

Graduation

94%

Retention

What this means for recruiting: Selective academics. Most recruits clear the 3.7+ GPA bar. Strong support system once you arrive.

NC State is a NCAA Division I FBS program in the ACC, located in Raleigh, NC. We map football, basketball, and track & field at NC State, with coaching staff, roster history, and Fit Score matching across 5 dimensions.

Academics

Avg GPA

3.7

Graduation

85%

Acceptance

42%

Student:Faculty

15:1

Avg SAT

1,380

Retention

94%

Campus & Location

Setting

Urban

Climate

Moderate

Median Earnings

$57,623

Coaching Staff781 coaches across football, basketball, and track & field

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About NC State Athletics

NC State is a NCAA Division I FBS athletic program located in Raleigh, NC, competing in the ACC. With an enrollment of 26,389 students, NC State offers a large campus environment for student-athletes. We map football, basketball, and track & field at NC State with coaching staff and roster history visible to signed-in athletes.

The average admissions GPA at NC State is 3.7. The school maintains a 85% graduation rate.

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