{"id":1100,"date":"2026-03-03T14:41:24","date_gmt":"2026-03-03T19:41:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu\/ise-ncsu-edu\/?page_id=1100"},"modified":"2026-03-09T13:16:04","modified_gmt":"2026-03-09T17:16:04","slug":"faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu\/ise-ncsu-edu\/future-students\/undergrad-programs\/faq\/","title":{"rendered":"Future Students FAQ"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Last Updated:<\/strong>\u00a003\/09\/2026 | All information is accurate and still up-to-date<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Welcome to the Future Student FAQ, your resource for answers about the NC State Industrial and Systems Engineering Program. Need more help? Contact our program coordinator at <a href=\"mailto:ise-undergradoffice@ncsu.edu\">ise-undergradoffice@ncsu.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"layout-one-column is-text wp-block-ncst-link-list\">\n        <ul class=\"link-list__container\">\n      \n<li class=\"ncst-component__bold-link-container wp-block-ncst-bold-link\">\n      <a \n      href=\"#what-is-ise\"\n      class=\"ncst-component__bold-link text-link\"\n                >\n    <span class=\"text\">What is Industrial Engineering?<\/span><span class=\"arrow-indicator\"><svg class=\"wolficon wolficon-arrow-right-bold\" role=\"img\"  aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<use xlink:href=\"#wolficon-arrow-right-bold\">\n\t\t<\/svg><\/span>\n    <\/a>\n      <\/li>\n  \n\n<li class=\"ncst-component__bold-link-container wp-block-ncst-bold-link\">\n      <a \n      href=\"#admissions\"\n      class=\"ncst-component__bold-link text-link\"\n                >\n    <span class=\"text\">Admissions<\/span><span class=\"arrow-indicator\"><svg class=\"wolficon wolficon-arrow-right-bold\" role=\"img\"  aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<use xlink:href=\"#wolficon-arrow-right-bold\">\n\t\t<\/svg><\/span>\n    <\/a>\n      <\/li>\n  \n\n<li class=\"ncst-component__bold-link-container wp-block-ncst-bold-link\">\n      <a \n      href=\"#application-process\"\n      class=\"ncst-component__bold-link text-link\"\n                >\n    <span class=\"text\">Application Process<\/span><span class=\"arrow-indicator\"><svg class=\"wolficon wolficon-arrow-right-bold\" role=\"img\"  aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<use xlink:href=\"#wolficon-arrow-right-bold\">\n\t\t<\/svg><\/span>\n    <\/a>\n      <\/li>\n  \n\n<li class=\"ncst-component__bold-link-container wp-block-ncst-bold-link\">\n      <a \n      href=\"#accepted-admission\"\n      class=\"ncst-component__bold-link text-link\"\n                >\n    <span class=\"text\">Accepted Admission \/ Next Steps<\/span><span class=\"arrow-indicator\"><svg class=\"wolficon wolficon-arrow-right-bold\" role=\"img\"  aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<use xlink:href=\"#wolficon-arrow-right-bold\">\n\t\t<\/svg><\/span>\n    <\/a>\n      <\/li>\n  \n\n<li class=\"ncst-component__bold-link-container wp-block-ncst-bold-link\">\n      <a \n      href=\"#financial-aid\"\n      class=\"ncst-component__bold-link text-link\"\n                >\n    <span class=\"text\">Financial Aid and Scholarships<\/span><span class=\"arrow-indicator\"><svg class=\"wolficon wolficon-arrow-right-bold\" role=\"img\"  aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<use xlink:href=\"#wolficon-arrow-right-bold\">\n\t\t<\/svg><\/span>\n    <\/a>\n      <\/li>\n  \n\n<li class=\"ncst-component__bold-link-container wp-block-ncst-bold-link\">\n      <a \n      href=\"#parents\"\n      class=\"ncst-component__bold-link text-link\"\n                >\n    <span class=\"text\">Parents and Families<\/span><span class=\"arrow-indicator\"><svg class=\"wolficon wolficon-arrow-right-bold\" role=\"img\"  aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<use xlink:href=\"#wolficon-arrow-right-bold\">\n\t\t<\/svg><\/span>\n    <\/a>\n      <\/li>\n  \n\n<li class=\"ncst-component__bold-link-container wp-block-ncst-bold-link\">\n      <a \n      href=\"#student-life\"\n      class=\"ncst-component__bold-link text-link\"\n                >\n    <span class=\"text\">Student Life<\/span><span class=\"arrow-indicator\"><svg class=\"wolficon wolficon-arrow-right-bold\" role=\"img\"  aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<use xlink:href=\"#wolficon-arrow-right-bold\">\n\t\t<\/svg><\/span>\n    <\/a>\n      <\/li>\n  \n\n    <\/ul>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-ise\">What is Industrial and Systems Engineering?<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"is-text wp-block-ncst-accordion\" >\n    <div class=\"accordion isLinked\" id=\"ncst-accordion-a9r3xz\">\n          \n<details class=\"wp-block-ncst-accordion-item\" name=\"a9r3xz\"  >\n      <summary class=\"accordion-item__header\">\n        <span class=\"accordion-item__expansion-indicator\">\n          <span class=\"ncst-plus-minus-toggle\"><\/span>\n        <\/span>\n        <h2 class=\"accordion-item__label h6\">What do industrial and systems engineers do?<\/h2>\n      <\/summary>\n      <p>\n        \n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Industrial and systems engineering is often called the \u201cpeople person\u2019s\u201d engineering.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In addition, the field combines the physical and social sciences with engineering principles to improve processes and systems.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Simply put, industrial and systems engineers find better ways to do things.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>As a result, they improve quality and productivity while reducing waste in time, materials, money and energy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To learn more, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu\/ise-ncsu-edu\/future-students\/undergrad-programs\/what-is-industrial-engineering\/\" id=\"1098\">What is Industrial Engineering?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n      <\/p>\n  <\/details>\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-ncst-accordion-item\" name=\"a9r3xz\"  >\n      <summary class=\"accordion-item__header\">\n        <span class=\"accordion-item__expansion-indicator\">\n          <span class=\"ncst-plus-minus-toggle\"><\/span>\n        <\/span>\n        <h2 class=\"accordion-item__label h6\">Can I get a job in industrial and systems engineering when I graduate?<\/h2>\n      <\/summary>\n      <p>\n        \n\n<p><strong>YES<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Industrial and systems engineering is expected to experience continued employment growth over the next decade.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In fact, this growth is projected to be faster than the average for many occupations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Moreover, over 95 percent of our students have a job at graduation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In addition, many students secure a job before the start of their final semester.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At the <a href=\"\/\/www.engr.ncsu.edu\/careerfair\/\">College of Engineering Career Fair<\/a>, over one-third of the 300-plus companies recruit industrial engineers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To learn more, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu\/ise-ncsu-edu\/future-students\/undergrad-programs\/what-is-industrial-engineering\/#careers\" id=\"1098\">Careers in Industrial Engineering<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n      <\/p>\n  <\/details>\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-ncst-accordion-item\" name=\"a9r3xz\"  >\n      <summary class=\"accordion-item__header\">\n        <span class=\"accordion-item__expansion-indicator\">\n          <span class=\"ncst-plus-minus-toggle\"><\/span>\n        <\/span>\n        <h2 class=\"accordion-item__label h6\">What industries hire industrial and systems engineers?<\/h2>\n      <\/summary>\n      <p>\n        \n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Industrial and systems engineers work in many industries. As a result, you can apply your skills in a wide variety of settings, including:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Aerospace<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Automotive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Banking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Communications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Consulting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Health care<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Insurance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Petroleum<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pharmaceuticals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Transportation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>And many more<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In addition, industrial and systems engineers continue expanding into new and emerging fields. These include nanomanufacturing, advanced manufacturing, 3D printing and biomedical manufacturing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Furthermore, they also work in service industries, entertainment companies, shipping and logistics businesses and healthcare organizations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Because of this flexibility, industrial and systems engineers are not limited to one industry. Instead, they can keep their career options open and adapt to changing markets.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>As a result, they often remain resilient during shifts within any single industry.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To learn more, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu\/ise-ncsu-edu\/future-students\/undergrad-programs\/what-is-industrial-engineering\/\" id=\"1098\">What is Industrial Engineering?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n      <\/p>\n  <\/details>\n\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Can&#8217;t find your answer?<\/strong> Please contact our <strong>Undergraduate Services Coordinator<\/strong> | <a href=\"mailto:ise-gradoffice@ncsu.edu\"><a href=\"mailto:ise-undergradoffice@ncsu.edu\">ise-undergradoffice@ncsu.edu<\/a><\/a> | 919.513.2189.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"admissions\">Admissions<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"is-text wp-block-ncst-accordion\" >\n    <div class=\"accordion isLinked\" id=\"ncst-accordion-chkuye\">\n          \n<details class=\"wp-block-ncst-accordion-item\" name=\"chkuye\"  >\n      <summary class=\"accordion-item__header\">\n        <span class=\"accordion-item__expansion-indicator\">\n          <span class=\"ncst-plus-minus-toggle\"><\/span>\n        <\/span>\n        <h2 class=\"accordion-item__label h6\">What courses must high school students complete to be eligible for freshman admission? <\/h2>\n      <\/summary>\n      <p>\n        \n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Freshman applicants who currently attend high school in the United States must meet the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.northcarolina.edu\/?q=prospective-students\/minimum-admission-requirements\">UNC-System Minimum Course Requirements<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n      <\/p>\n  <\/details>\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-ncst-accordion-item\" name=\"chkuye\"  >\n      <summary class=\"accordion-item__header\">\n        <span class=\"accordion-item__expansion-indicator\">\n          <span class=\"ncst-plus-minus-toggle\"><\/span>\n        <\/span>\n        <h2 class=\"accordion-item__label h6\">Can I get credit at NC State for AP, IB or dual-enrollment courses?<\/h2>\n      <\/summary>\n      <p>\n        \n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Learn about the recognized test curriculum, accepted test scores and credit awarded for the following exams:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/admissions.ncsu.edu\/apply\/credit-opportunities\/advanced-placement-ap\/\">Advanced Placement Credit<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/admissions.ncsu.edu\/apply\/credit-opportunities\/college-level-examination-program-clep\/\">College Level Examination Program (CLEP)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/admissions.ncsu.edu\/apply\/credit-opportunities\/international-baccalaureate-ib\/\">International Baccalaureate Credit<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/admissions.ncsu.edu\/apply\/credit-opportunities\/a-and-as-level-equivalencies\/\">A- and AS-level Equivalencies<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In addition, you must send all AP and IB score reports to NC State directly from the testing agency.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The university will not accept scores reported from other sources. Likewise, NC State will not transfer course credit for AP scores awarded by other schools.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For dual enrollment courses, search the <a href=\"https:\/\/admissions.ncsu.edu\/apply\/credit-opportunities\/#transferable-credit\">Transferable Credit Database<\/a> to determine which institution\u2019s credits transfer to NC State.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n      <\/p>\n  <\/details>\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-ncst-accordion-item\" name=\"chkuye\"  >\n      <summary class=\"accordion-item__header\">\n        <span class=\"accordion-item__expansion-indicator\">\n          <span class=\"ncst-plus-minus-toggle\"><\/span>\n        <\/span>\n        <h2 class=\"accordion-item__label h6\">What requirements are needed to transfer to NC State?<\/h2>\n      <\/summary>\n      <p>\n        \n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/admissions.ncsu.edu\/apply\/application-procedure\/transfer-application-procedure\/\">Review our Transfer Application Procedure<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n      <\/p>\n  <\/details>\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-ncst-accordion-item\" name=\"chkuye\"  >\n      <summary class=\"accordion-item__header\">\n        <span class=\"accordion-item__expansion-indicator\">\n          <span class=\"ncst-plus-minus-toggle\"><\/span>\n        <\/span>\n        <h2 class=\"accordion-item__label h6\">How do I send my transcript(s) to NC State? <\/h2>\n      <\/summary>\n      <p>\n        \n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It is your responsibility to request that your official transcripts be sent to NC State.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Through The Common Application, you will notify your high school counselor to send your transcript to NC State.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In addition, transfer applicants must contact all previous colleges to request official transcripts. These transcripts must be mailed or sent electronically to NC State.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>However, NC State cannot accept transcripts sent by fax or email.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>NC State University Office of Undergraduate Admissions<\/strong><br> Campus Box 7103<br> Raleigh, NC 27695<\/p>\n\n\n      <\/p>\n  <\/details>\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-ncst-accordion-item\" name=\"chkuye\"  >\n      <summary class=\"accordion-item__header\">\n        <span class=\"accordion-item__expansion-indicator\">\n          <span class=\"ncst-plus-minus-toggle\"><\/span>\n        <\/span>\n        <h2 class=\"accordion-item__label h6\">What are the undergraduate admissions deadlines?<\/h2>\n      <\/summary>\n      <p>\n        \n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Submit your completed application by the deadline to receive a decision on the corresponding notification date.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In contrast, decisions for international applicants are posted as applications are completed and reviewed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For additional details, review the <a href=\"https:\/\/admissions.ncsu.edu\/apply\/dates-and-deadlines\/\">Application Dates and Deadlines<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n      <\/p>\n  <\/details>\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-ncst-accordion-item\" name=\"chkuye\"  >\n      <summary class=\"accordion-item__header\">\n        <span class=\"accordion-item__expansion-indicator\">\n          <span class=\"ncst-plus-minus-toggle\"><\/span>\n        <\/span>\n        <h2 class=\"accordion-item__label h6\">How do I pay the application fee?<\/h2>\n      <\/summary>\n      <p>\n        \n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The application fee for undergraduate admission is $80 for U.S. citizens and permanent residents.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In comparison, the fee for international students is $100.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You must pay the fee online through the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.commonapp.org\/\">Common Application website<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You may use MasterCard, Visa, Discover, American Express or an online check payment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n      <\/p>\n  <\/details>\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-ncst-accordion-item\" name=\"chkuye\"  >\n      <summary class=\"accordion-item__header\">\n        <span class=\"accordion-item__expansion-indicator\">\n          <span class=\"ncst-plus-minus-toggle\"><\/span>\n        <\/span>\n        <h2 class=\"accordion-item__label h6\">How can I update or change my application I have already submitted for undergraduate admissions? <\/h2>\n      <\/summary>\n      <p>\n        \n\n<p>Update your mailing address: To update your mailing address, first log in to your <a href=\"https:\/\/portalsp.acs.ncsu.edu\/\">MyPack <\/a>account using your Unity ID. Then click Personal Information. Next, select Addresses and enter your updated information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Update your email address: Your email address is connected to your Unity ID. Therefore, contact the office at <a>undergraduate-admissions@ncsu.edu<\/a> to request an email address update.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Apply for another semester or year: If you already received an admission decision but want reconsideration for a later semester in the same year, submit a new application through the Common App. In addition, submit any updates or changes to your application in writing to <a>undergraduate-admissions@ncsu.edu<\/a>. Be sure to include your full name and date of birth so staff can locate your application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Change other application information: If you need to change other details on your application, submit your request in writing. You may send the request by email to <a>undergraduate-admissions@ncsu.edu<\/a> or by regular mail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Office of Undergraduate Admissions<\/strong><br>NC State University<br>Campus Box 7103<br>Raleigh, NC 27695-7103<\/p>\n\n\n      <\/p>\n  <\/details>\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-ncst-accordion-item\" name=\"chkuye\"  >\n      <summary class=\"accordion-item__header\">\n        <span class=\"accordion-item__expansion-indicator\">\n          <span class=\"ncst-plus-minus-toggle\"><\/span>\n        <\/span>\n        <h2 class=\"accordion-item__label h6\">I have recently been accepted. What do I do next?<\/h2>\n      <\/summary>\n      <p>\n        \n\n<p>View the next steps and resources for admitted students at <a href=\"http:\/\/admissions.ncsu.edu\/admitted-students\/\">http:\/\/admissions.ncsu.edu\/admitted-students\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n      <\/p>\n  <\/details>\n\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Can&#8217;t find your answer?<\/strong> Please contact our <strong>Undergraduate Services Coordinator<\/strong> | <a href=\"mailto:ise-gradoffice@ncsu.edu\"><a href=\"mailto:ise-undergradoffice@ncsu.edu\">ise-undergradoffice@ncsu.edu<\/a><\/a> | 919.513.2189.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"accepted-admission\">Accepted Admission \/ Next Steps<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"is-text wp-block-ncst-accordion\" >\n    <div class=\"accordion \" id=\"ncst-accordion-zrn0y6\">\n          \n<details class=\"wp-block-ncst-accordion-item\" name=\"\"  >\n      <summary class=\"accordion-item__header\">\n        <span class=\"accordion-item__expansion-indicator\">\n          <span class=\"ncst-plus-minus-toggle\"><\/span>\n        <\/span>\n        <h2 class=\"accordion-item__label h6\">When will I receive my 9-digit Student (Campus) ID number and my Unity ID? What is the difference between the two?<\/h2>\n      <\/summary>\n      <p>\n        \n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>After you submit your online application and pay the processing fee, the Graduate School will send your 9-digit NC State Student ID number. Therefore, watch your email for this important update.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Next, visit the Office of Information Technology website to learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/oit.ncsu.edu\/my-it\/unity-credentials\/\">Unity and Campus IDs<\/a>. There, you can find clear instructions and helpful details.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Later, you will receive your Unity ID and password information in your final admission letter. In addition, you can view your decision letter through the <a href=\"https:\/\/applygrad.ncsu.edu\/apply\/\">online application<\/a> portal. To access it, log in using your application password and the PIN you received by email when you created your account. By keeping this information handy, you can easily check your admission status and next steps.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n      <\/p>\n  <\/details>\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-ncst-accordion-item\" name=\"\"  >\n      <summary class=\"accordion-item__header\">\n        <span class=\"accordion-item__expansion-indicator\">\n          <span class=\"ncst-plus-minus-toggle\"><\/span>\n        <\/span>\n        <h2 class=\"accordion-item__label h6\">How and when should I enroll in courses?<\/h2>\n      <\/summary>\n      <p>\n        \n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Each semester, before enrollment opens for the upcoming term, you will see an Enrollment Advising Hold in your MyPack Portal.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>First, the ISE Undergraduate Office must clear this hold before you can access the online course registration system.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Therefore, be sure to contact your advisor to discuss your coursework and academic plan.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In addition, you can learn more about how and when to enroll in courses by visiting <a href=\"https:\/\/studentservices.ncsu.edu\/your-classes\/registration\/\">Registration &amp; Records Registration Information<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n      <\/p>\n  <\/details>\n\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Can&#8217;t find your answer?<\/strong> Please contact our <strong>Undergraduate Services Coordinator<\/strong> | <a href=\"mailto:ise-gradoffice@ncsu.edu\"><a href=\"mailto:ise-undergradoffice@ncsu.edu\">ise-undergradoffice@ncsu.edu<\/a><\/a> | 919.513.2189.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"financial-aid\">Financial Aid and Scholarships<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"is-text wp-block-ncst-accordion\" >\n    <div class=\"accordion \" id=\"ncst-accordion-8mhc5k\">\n          \n<details class=\"wp-block-ncst-accordion-item\" name=\"\"  >\n      <summary class=\"accordion-item__header\">\n        <span class=\"accordion-item__expansion-indicator\">\n          <span class=\"ncst-plus-minus-toggle\"><\/span>\n        <\/span>\n        <h2 class=\"accordion-item__label h6\">How do I apply for financial aid?<\/h2>\n      <\/summary>\n      <p>\n        \n\n<p>Complete the FAFSA\u00ae (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) at <a href=\"https:\/\/fafsa.gov\/\">https:\/\/fafsa.gov\/<\/a>. The process is free and usually quick to finish. Therefore, you can apply for federal student aid without any cost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After you submit the FAFSA, review NC State\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/studentservices.ncsu.edu\/finances\/scholarships-and-financial-aid\/apply-for-scholarships-and-financial-aid\/\">Applying for Aid<\/a> page for more details. There, you will find helpful information about next steps and deadlines. By completing these steps early, you can explore your financial aid options with confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n      <\/p>\n  <\/details>\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-ncst-accordion-item\" name=\"\"  >\n      <summary class=\"accordion-item__header\">\n        <span class=\"accordion-item__expansion-indicator\">\n          <span class=\"ncst-plus-minus-toggle\"><\/span>\n        <\/span>\n        <h2 class=\"accordion-item__label h6\">Can I get an estimate of the aid I may receive? <\/h2>\n      <\/summary>\n      <p>\n        \n\n<p>Use the <a href=\"https:\/\/npc.collegeboard.org\/app\/ncsu\">Net Price Calculator<\/a> on NC State\u2019s website to estimate your financial aid and out-of-pocket expenses. First, enter the requested information carefully. Then, review the estimate to better understand your potential costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a result, you can plan your budget more confidently. In addition, this tool can help you explore your options before making financial decisions. 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