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The Talley Student Union, as seen from across Stafford Commons, welcomes students during breaks from class on the first week of the fall 2024 semester. Photo by Becky Kirkland.

Welcome to the Wolfpack

New Student Programs is here to help you find resources and information you may need about living and learning at NC State to help you start on the path to becoming the newest member of the Wolfpack family.

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First-Year Students

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Helpful Resources

Students walk through Talley Student Union during Welcome Week. Photo by Marc Hall

New Student Checklist

Prepare for your first semester with a checklist of tasks and recourses.

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Orientation

Orientation is a mandatory program for new students and highly recommended for their families.

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Summer Start

Start your journey at NC State early in a smaller community by taking summer classes.

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Welcome Weeks

Participate in a variety of events and traditions that help shape your college experience and bond with NC State.

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Advising & Course Registration

Learn about the academic advising and course registration process for each college.

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Pre-Semester Programs

NC State offers a wide variety of programs to help you get a jump start on your transition to college.

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New Student Programs addresses the holistic needs of each new NC State student to create a foundation of success.

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Rain rain go away because FDOC is today! 🌧️ We hope everyone has a great start to the Spring semester 👏

Don’t forget Winter Welcome Week is taking place this week to help you create a foundation for a successful semester! Check out the schedule using the link in our bio.

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Rain rain go away because FDOC is today! 🌧️ We hope everyone has a great start to the Spring semester 👏 Don’t forget Winter Welcome Week is taking place this week to help you create a foundation for a successful semester! Check out the schedule using the link in our bio.

We`re excited to welcome all new spring students to campus and wishing all returning students a big welcome back 🏠 ❤️ Don`t forget Winter Welcome Week, your chance to explore campus and meet other students, starts tomorrow! Learn more at go.ncsu.edu/ncstatewww

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We're excited to welcome all new spring students to campus and wishing all returning students a big welcome back 🏠 ❤️ Don't forget Winter Welcome Week, your chance to explore campus and meet other students, starts tomorrow! Learn more at go.ncsu.edu/ncstatewww

Happy Holidays, Wolfpack! Please note NC State University will be closed for Winter Break from 5 p.m. on Monday, December 23, 2024 until 8 a.m. on Thursday, January 2, 2025. See you in the new year!

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Happy Holidays, Wolfpack! Please note NC State University will be closed for Winter Break from 5 p.m. on Monday, December 23, 2024 until 8 a.m. on Thursday, January 2, 2025. See you in the new year!

As the sun sets on this semester, we hope you had a fantastic fall! 🌅 Wishing you a restful and relaxing break! See you in the new year Wolfpack ✨🐺

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As the sun sets on this semester, we hope you had a fantastic fall! 🌅 Wishing you a restful and relaxing break! See you in the new year Wolfpack ✨🐺

Hey Wolfpack, what are some things you’re thankful for during this Thanksgiving break? ❤️ We hope everyone has a wonderful break!

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Hey Wolfpack, what are some things you’re thankful for during this Thanksgiving break? ❤️ We hope everyone has a wonderful break!

Who’s ready for Red and White Week? 🐺❤️ NC State’s annual homecoming is a celebration of NC State, our Think and Do spirit, and the entire Wolfpack community! Students can start the week off tomorrow with the kickoff event:
🎉Red and White Week Student Kickoff
📅 October 28
🕙 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
📍Stafford Commons

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Who’s ready for Red and White Week? 🐺❤️ NC State’s annual homecoming is a celebration of NC State, our Think and Do spirit, and the entire Wolfpack community! Students can start the week off tomorrow with the kickoff event: 🎉Red and White Week Student Kickoff 📅 October 28 🕙 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 📍Stafford Commons

Take a look into a day in the life of a Summer Start Mentor! 🤩 Apply for your chance to be a Summer Start Mentor or Orientation Leader for Summer 2025! Visit the link in our bio for the application and more information.

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Take a look into a day in the life of a Summer Start Mentor! 🤩 Apply for your chance to be a Summer Start Mentor or Orientation Leader for Summer 2025! Visit the link in our bio for the application and more information.

Jumping for joy because the Student Leader application is now open !👏🎉 Apply today to be an Orientation Leader or Summer Start Mentor for Summer 2025! You can access the application and learn more about each position at the link in our bio.

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Jumping for joy because the Student Leader application is now open !👏🎉 Apply today to be an Orientation Leader or Summer Start Mentor for Summer 2025! You can access the application and learn more about each position at the link in our bio.

Saying hi all the way from Prague 👋 Our very own NSP Coordinator, Emily Purdy, has been teaching USC 100 this week to a group of 49 students as a part of the Prague Connect program!

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Saying hi all the way from Prague 👋 Our very own NSP Coordinator, Emily Purdy, has been teaching USC 100 this week to a group of 49 students as a part of the Prague Connect program!