Students

We cultivate leaders in agriculture and the life sciences.
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Begin Your Journey to CALS

NC State’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences is globally recognized for our quality in teaching.

We grow professional leaders and prepare students for graduate research.

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Undergraduate

Explore our full range of undergraduate degrees, certificates and distance education programs.

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Graduate

Become a leader in your field by earning one of our world-leading graduate degrees.

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2-Year Associate Degrees

Find the hands-on educational program that will help jumpstart your career.

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We Want You Here

We understand that hands-on experience – through NC State programs, 4-H, FFA or a farming background – can be a strong indicator of student success. In 2019, we accepted about 50% of applicants into CALS. More than 50% of those accepted came from rural or suburban North Carolina counties.

Paths to CALS

Did you know there’s more than one way to get into CALS? Initiatives like STEAM, ASPIRE, Community College Partnership Program, and the Agricultural Institute (AGI) offer potential paths to agriculture and life sciences education at NC State.

Pick Your Path

Student Success Programs

We prepare you for the real world through unique programs, undergraduate research, study abroad and more.

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Advising

Already on campus and need guidance on majors, campus life or internship opportunities? We’ve got you covered.

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Scholarships and Financial Aid

At NC State, you can earn your degree virtually debt-free with a $499,000 return on investment over 20 years. That climbs to $537,000 with financial aid.

Learn about CALS scholarships

Career Services

Employers need more agricultural and life sciences graduates.
We connect CALS students with employers seeking well-trained talent. Put us to work for you.

Kickstart your career

CALS Counseling Support Program

CALS cares and that’s why we’re offering a new CALS Counseling Support program to all enrolled CALS students starting March 1st, 2021.

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Microbiome Research: What Makes a Healthy Cat?

What factors affect the types of microbes in a cat’s gut? And how does that relate to their health? A first-of-its-kind study at NC State aims for answers.

Thomas Jefferson Scholars Alumni Profile: Zachary Weiner

Former Jefferson Scholar Zachary Weiner resides in Atlanta, Georgia working for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. He acts as the lead of the Zoonoses and Select Agent Laboratory (ZSAL) within the Bacterial Special Pathogens Branch. ZSAL serves as the reference diagnostic lab for Bacillus anthracis, Leptospira spp., Brucella spp., and Burkholderia spp., and…

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Ethan Thompson: Aiding Farmers Through Research

Ethan Thompson’s dream is to help farmers feed the growing population through applied research. After earning his bachelor’s degree in biochemistry, the CALS graduate will work toward a doctorate in plant pathology.

Thinking CALS?

Let’s talk. We want to ensure every potential student has the chance to thrive at our college.

Get in touch. We’ll do everything we can to get you here.
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