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Online Education

NC State's Online and Distance Education programs reach students wherever they are and whatever their life circumstances. As an extension of the university's land-grant mission, our programs offer several options for students to earn the same prestigious degrees and certificates through online education.

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Why Online Education?

PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT

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NC State’s online GIST programs help industry professionals solve real-world issues.

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NC State offers programs online and on-site that are the full equivalent of our campus programs. They receive the same accreditation as campus programs and are taught by world-leading faculty.

Our online programs provide maximum schedule flexibility, allowing you to enhance your current workplace skills or prepare for a new career. Particularly critical for students unable to attend campus-based classes due to geography, work schedules or other life circumstances, NC State’s online education options provide a path to a better work/life balance.

NC State offers more than 350 online education courses and more than 90 degrees, certificates, lateral-entry and teacher-licensure programs.

90+ Online Education Programs

Upgrade your skills or prepare for a new career.

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Our Programs

Our cutting-edge, solution-driven technology provides flexible delivery of rigorous academics and individual support so that students get an outstanding education wherever they are. And our online offerings include nationally ranked programs in engineering, business and the liberal arts.

As a leader with our real-world approach to education, we provide authentic opportunities for students to put learning into practice and develop personal and career-ready skills.

Featured Programs

Engineering
Engineering Online

NC State has been a national and global leader in engineering since it first opened its doors. That world-class learning is available remotely through Engineering Online, ranked No. 9 in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. 
Natural Resources
College of Natural Resources

The College of Natural Resources includes departments that rank among the nation’s best. Among the college's distance offerings are four master's programs and two certificate programs, as well as courses at the graduate and undergraduate levels. 
Business Administration
Online MBA

The NC State Professional Online MBA puts affordable, flexible management education within the reach of working professionals. The online program is ranked among the top 20 online MBA programs in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. 

Our Faculty

Online education offers students across the state and beyond access to NC State’s world-leading faculty. These experts work at the forefront of interdisciplinary innovation, and they teach in the classroom and online. NC State faculty provide premier, research-driven content so that students emerge as highly competitive in their field.

Meet some of our distinguished faculty in this series of video profiles:

Learn How to Apply

If you are interested in enrolling in a graduate-level certificate program or pursuing an advanced degree, visit The Graduate School.

If you are interested in applying for a class, transferring or enrolling in a bachelor’s degree completion program, visit the Office of Undergraduate Admissions.

The Nondegree Studies program provides information for students who are not interested in completing degree programs.

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