{"id":559,"date":"2026-02-01T18:56:55","date_gmt":"2026-02-01T23:56:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu\/ise-ncsu-edu\/?page_id=559"},"modified":"2026-03-11T13:51:45","modified_gmt":"2026-03-11T17:51:45","slug":"future-students","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu\/ise-ncsu-edu\/future-students\/","title":{"rendered":"Future Students"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Last Updated<\/strong>: 03\/11\/2026 | All information is accurate and still up-to-date<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"layout-two-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=\"https:\/\/webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu\/ise-ncsu-edu\/future-students\/graduate-programs\/future-students-faq\/\"\n      class=\"ncst-component__bold-link text-link\"\n                >\n    <span class=\"text\">Undergrad Programs<\/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=\"https:\/\/webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu\/ise-ncsu-edu\/future-students\/graduate-programs\/future-students-faq\/\"\n      class=\"ncst-component__bold-link text-link\"\n                >\n    <span class=\"text\">Graduate Programs<\/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=\"#about-department\"\n      class=\"ncst-component__bold-link text-link\"\n                >\n    <span class=\"text\">About our Department<\/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=\"https:\/\/webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu\/ise-ncsu-edu\/future-students\/living-in-raleigh\/\"\n      class=\"ncst-component__bold-link text-link\"\n                >\n    <span class=\"text\">Living in Raleigh<\/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=\"#campus-life\"\n      class=\"ncst-component__bold-link text-link\"\n                >\n    <span class=\"text\">Campus 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<li class=\"ncst-component__bold-link-container wp-block-ncst-bold-link\">\n      <a \n      href=\"https:\/\/webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu\/ise-ncsu-edu\/future-students\/graduate-programs\/admissions\/\"\n      class=\"ncst-component__bold-link text-link\"\n                >\n    <span class=\"text\">Tour the Department<\/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\">Undergrad Programs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>NC State\u2019s Industrial and Systems Engineering undergraduate programs prepare you to solve complex problems in modern organizations. You learn how to improve processes, analyze data and design efficient systems across industries. Through hands-on projects, internships and expert faculty guidance, you gain practical skills that help launch successful careers in engineering, analytics, manufacturing and supply chain.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"is-text wp-block-ncst-buttons\">\n    \n<div class=\"wp-block-ncst-button\">\n      <a\n        class=\"ncst-block__button-link btn\"\n        href=\"https:\/\/webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu\/ise-ncsu-edu\/future-students\/undergrad-programs\/\"\n        data-ncst-lightbox=\"false\"\n                      >\n                  <span class=\"text\">I Want to Learn more about the Undergrad Programs<\/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    <\/div>\n  \n\n  <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Graduate Programs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>NC State\u2019s Industrial and Systems Engineering graduate programs help you deepen your expertise in analytics, optimization and systems design. You work with leading faculty on real-world challenges while building advanced technical and research skills. As a result, you prepare for leadership roles in industry, consulting, technology and research-driven careers.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"is-text wp-block-ncst-buttons\">\n    \n<div class=\"wp-block-ncst-button\">\n      <a\n        class=\"ncst-block__button-link btn\"\n        href=\"https:\/\/webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu\/ise-ncsu-edu\/future-students\/graduate-programs\/\"\n        data-ncst-lightbox=\"false\"\n                      >\n                  <span class=\"text\">I Want to Discover more about the Gradaute Programs<\/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    <\/div>\n  \n\n  <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"about-department\">About the Department<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Welcome to one of the strongest engineering communities you can join. You are now part of a top 15 program in the United States. Moreover, this ranking reflects the strength of our faculty, students and industry partners. As a result, you gain real value when you choose our department.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Industrial and systems engineering continues to gain strong momentum with students. As a result, you join a field that is growing in visibility and impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our department celebrates more than 95 years of excellence. Moreover, U.S. News and World Report ranks our undergrad program #11 nationally and our graduate program #14. Therefore, you become part of a respected and nationally recognized community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As you move through the program, you prepare for a wide range of careers. 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Raleigh welcomes families and individuals, offering a well-educated workforce and a diverse, multicultural environment. As a result, this vibrant city provides a high quality of life and many opportunities for everyone. Consequently, many people find living in Raleigh the ideal way to settle down and thrive.<br><br><strong>#6 Best Place to Live in the US<\/strong> (<a href=\"https:\/\/realestate.usnews.com\/places\/rankings\/best-places-to-live?src=usn_pr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">US News &amp; World Report<\/a>, 2024-2025)<br><strong>#13 Top 25 America\u2019s Best Cities<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestcities.org\/rankings\/americas-best-cities\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best Cities<\/a>, 2024)<br><strong>#11 Best Place to Live in the US for Young Professionals<\/strong> (<a href=\"https:\/\/realestate.usnews.com\/real-estate\/slideshows\/best-places-to-live-in-the-us-for-young-professionals?slide=8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">U.S. News<\/a>, 2023-2024)<br><strong>Best Cities to Move to After College<\/strong> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.usatoday.com\/story\/money\/2024\/05\/10\/best-cities-to-move-to-after-college\/73627211007\/\">USA Today<\/a>, 2024)<\/p>\n          \n<div class=\"is-text wp-block-ncst-buttons\">\n    \n<div class=\"is-style-secondary wp-block-ncst-button\">\n      <a\n        class=\"ncst-block__button-link btn\"\n        href=\"https:\/\/webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu\/ise-ncsu-edu\/future-students\/living-in-raleigh\/\"\n        data-ncst-lightbox=\"false\"\n                      >\n                  <span class=\"text\">I Want to see all the Advantages Raleigh Offers<\/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    <\/div>\n  \n\n  <\/div>\n\n\n      <\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ncst-media\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu\/ise-ncsu-edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/353\/2026\/02\/industrial-engineering-living-in-raleigh-1024x512-06-2025-01.jpg\" alt=\"A student living in Raleigh sits on the grass with her dog beside her, enjoying a sunny day outdoors with many other students.\" class=\"wp-image-889\" srcset=\"https:\/\/webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu\/ise-ncsu-edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/353\/2026\/02\/industrial-engineering-living-in-raleigh-1024x512-06-2025-01.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu\/ise-ncsu-edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/353\/2026\/02\/industrial-engineering-living-in-raleigh-1024x512-06-2025-01-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu\/ise-ncsu-edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/353\/2026\/02\/industrial-engineering-living-in-raleigh-1024x512-06-2025-01-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"campus-life\">Campus Life<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As an industrial engineering student at NC State, you benefit from strong academics and an active campus life. Moreover, you build friendships, join clubs and participate in activities while earning a top quality education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/news.ncsu.edu\/2015\/09\/a-new-campus-hub-talley-student-union\/\">Talley Student Union<\/a> serves as the center of student life. In addition, you can cheer in the stands, compete on the field or enjoy a <a href=\"https:\/\/recreation.dasa.ncsu.edu\/\">workout<\/a> at campus facilities. With hundreds of year round arts programs, you can explore your creativity and connect with a supportive community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>NC State also offers a variety of <a href=\"https:\/\/housing.dasa.ncsu.edu\/\">housing options<\/a>. For example, you may choose traditional residence halls, themed village communities or on-campus and off-campus apartments for upperclassmen and graduate students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/dining.ncsu.edu\/\">NC State Dining<\/a> provides many choices as well. 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Therefore, we invite you to <a href=\"https:\/\/webpublishing.oit.ncsu.edu\/ise-ncsu-edu\/future-students\/tour-the-ise-department\/\" id=\"963\">tour the department<\/a> and explore the many areas within ISE. As you visit, you will see the spaces where students learn, collaborate and create.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During your tour, you can explore:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Our world class 3D printing lab<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The robotics and automation lab<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The virtual reality cave and biomechanics lab<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The biomedical 3D printing lab<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>While you are here, you may also sit in on a simulation modeling or product development class. 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