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A view of the Reds and Whites installation by artist Larry Bell at the newly dedicated Susan Woodson Plaza, just outside the James B. Hunt Jr. Library on Centennial Campus.

Campus Life

Our Colors Shine at Centennial Campus

Reds and Whites, a world-class sculpture by renowned artist Larry Bell, reflects the energy of a campus brimming with discovery and innovation.

Think and Do With Us

An NC State education is the key to whatever door you want to open. We offer more than 100 undergraduate majors and more than 200 master’s and doctoral programs. Our students graduate ready for successful careers and meaningful lives.

Our Pack is strong, and we’re always looking for more thinkers and doers from all over the world to help us get even stronger.

Top 1% Worldwide

The Center for World University Rankings puts NC State among the best universities on the planet.

#5 Best Value Among U.S. Public Universities

U.S. News & World Report

We Solve Problems

At NC State, we focus on real-world solutions for real-world problems. Our university is a research powerhouse where experts — and budding experts — work together across disciplines to make a difference in the world.

Whether we’re advancing quantum computing, creating wearable technology solutions, uncovering the causes of liver cancer or creating artificial intelligence tools, we’re always driving innovation.