High School Counselors and Community-Based Organizations

A Partnership for Success

We recognize high school counselors and community-based organizations are instrumental in supporting students through the college admissions process. At NC State, we both value this commitment to your student’s success and welcome the opportunity to work alongside you. Our goal is to ensure that you have the resources you need to guide your students through this process.

The below information is for high school counselors and community-based organizations.

Preparing Students to Apply

NC State will be test-optional for 2023 and 2024 first-year applicants.

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Planning for College Guide

Use this guide to prepare your students for success beginning in 9th grade.

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Announcements and Events

There are a variety of ways to stay up-to-date with the admissions office and NC State’s application process. Check back monthly to see new announcements and events for counselors.

Announcements

NC State will be test-optional for 2023 and 2024 first-year applicants. Learn more about test score consideration in the admissions process here.
Visit our Pack on the Prowl page to see when NC State admissions representatives are available to connect with your students through virtual and in-person college fairs and school visits.
If you’d like to request an admissions representative host a private visit or attend a college fair not already listed on our Pack on the Prowl page, email us here.
Request a copy of our counselor packet here.

Events

Join a session with the Office of Undergraduate Admissions to learn more about the admissions process at NC State. View available events and register to attend here.

What Does “Deferred for Final Review” Mean?

We’ve provided answers to frequently asked questions for applicants deferred for final review. Submit your additional information by March 1 to receive a decision on March 30.

SLATE.ORG – NC State Counselor Portal

Slate.org is a free tool for school counselors to maintain awareness of where students reside in the admissions process, and conveniently and securely submit materials directly to our office. Counselors with Slate.org accounts can view their students’ decisions after they have been released and view their academic majors. Creating an accountTo create an account, visit…

Pack ASSIST: A Student Scholarship Interactive Search Tool

NC State offers a one-stop shop for students to apply for university scholarships. Students who would like to be considered for general scholarship opportunities must submit an application through Pack ASSIST.

Slate.org Counselor Portal

Slate.org is a free tool for school counselors to maintain awareness of where students reside in the admissions process, and conveniently and securely submit materials directly to our office.

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Additional Resources

Use the below resources to assist in guiding your students through the admissions process at NC State.

First-Year Application Review

Learn what we take into consideration during application review for first-year students.

Dates and Deadlines

Review application deadlines for fall and spring entry. Some majors have timelines that differ from other programs.

Credit Opportunities

See how your students may be provided college credit for courses completed in high school.

Admissions Fast Facts

View the average profile of a fall 2022 enrolled student.

Majors and Minors

View 100+ major options ranging from accounting to zoology.

Contact Our Office

Have additional questions? Get in contact with our office.

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn how to submit official transcripts, fee waiver documentation and more.

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