Grad students studying at NC State's Hunt Library

Graduate Programs

Ready to design, administer and teach research-based educational programs and support systems to boost your community? Seeking to challenge yourself with new knowledge to grow both personally and professionally?

A graduate program sets you on the path forward.

Build, expand and diversify your existing knowledge by pursuing advanced study in Youth, Family, and Community Sciences or Agricultural and Extension Education. Select a direction, and start your new journey.

Celebrating graduation at NC State University.

Youth, Family, and Community Sciences

Our two graduate degree programs encourage students to pursue the best program for their academic goals. Expert faculty prepare current and future professionals for the essential work of helping youth, families and communities.

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NC State Ag Education grad students go on to teach high school.

Agricultural and Extension Education

Grow with the most respected faculty in the field. Our national leaders, reputable teachers and renowned researchers offer an array of courses to inspire your learning and professional success in teaching, industry and extension service.

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Career Opportunities

Our grads are leaders supporting youth, families, communities and agriculture.

For the 2022-2023 academic year, students in our graduate programs earned more than $320,000 in assistantships. Don’t miss out on the many department and college-level scholarships, assistantships and financial aid available.

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