The North Carolina State University Educational Talent Search Program is a federally funded program whose mission is to provide equal access to quality education without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, disability or orientation.

Educational Talent Search Seeks to introduce concepts, philosophies and methods of various academic, cultural and career disciplines, enhance confidence, and self-direction, and create awareness and understanding of a culturally diverse society.

Committed to the concept of "STUDENTS FIRST," Educational Talent Search contributes to the mission of North Carolina State University by providing programs and services for students and the larger community to enhance quality of life, facilitate intellectual, ethical and personal growth, and create a culture which engenders respect for human diversity.