Your Unity ID is your NC State username that allows you to access all of your records and services while associated with NC State. You need your Unity ID and password to access your email and campus services (e.g., eBilling, financial aid, Registration and Records).

To obtain your unity ID:

• Log in to your wolfPAW portal. You will see your Unity ID credentials (ID and Password) listed on the main page.
• Your  Unity ID password is initially set to a default value. That is an 8 digit number composed of the last four digits of your ID number (found on the wolfPAW page) followed by your two-digit birth month and two-digit birthday (mmdd). Write down your default password.

Before you can log in to anything, you must set up security questions and create a new, more secure, password for your account. Please follow the instructions below:

• Learn more about your initial password change.
• Keep your password private. It is against university policy to share this information with anyone, including a parent or legal guardian.

Website: Campus IT Service Portal
Phone: 919.515.HELP (4357) (NC State Help Desk)

• Your NC State email account, UnityID@ncsu.edu, is available approximately 48 hours after you have confirmed your enrollment.
• 48 hours after you have confirmed your enrollment, sync your Unity account password with your NC State Google account.  
• To log in to your NC State email account visit How do I access my NCSU email.
  • NC State is a Google campus, which means our communication and collaboration is powered by Google. 
• Official communications, including from professors, are sent to your NC State email account, so check it regularly. 
• Your NC State email account is provided to you for university business. Be mindful about personal use, such as social media and banking, and link these accounts to a personal email address instead. If you do not have a personal address, you can create a free email account at gmail.com.
• Authorized users may access University IT resources for occasional, inconsequential personal uses, with no expectation of privacy. Review Personal Use of IT Resources

Website: Campus IT Service Portal
Phone: 919.515.HELP (4357) (NC State Help Desk)

Students are required to enroll in Two-Factor Authentication to protect your data.  NC State supports two services:  Google 2-Step Verification for Google accounts, and Duo for Shibboleth-connected services like MyPack Portal and Wolfware.

Website: Campus IT Service Portal
Phone: 919.515.HELP (4357) (NC State Help Desk)

All students will be required to create a four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN) in MyPack Portal in order to access student financial and academic records via phone.

• Log in to MyPack Portal.
• Go to Student Homepage > Personal Information tile > Student PIN. View detailed instructions on setting up your Student PIN.
• Learn more about your academic records and the laws that protect them.

Website: Student Personal Identification Number (PIN)

Once you are offered acceptance to NC State University, you can begin applying for scholarships via our scholarship portal, PackASSIST. Visit PackASSIST for more information, including deadlines, and to log on using your unity credentials.

Website: PackASSIST
Phone: 919.515.NCSU (6278) (Scholarships and Financial Aid)
Email: financialaid@ncsu.edu

The Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid (OSFA) assists students with applying for and securing financial assistance. You will be offered the best funding options available to you depending upon the timing of your application for aid, your level of financial need, and availability funding.

Students who wish to be considered for federal, state and institutional financial aid must submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). NC State University has a priority filing deadline of March 1. However, due to the high number of FAFSA applications received, grant funding is awarded on a first come, first served basis. Therefore, it is important to submit the FAFSA and any other requested information as soon as possible.

Website: FAFSA
Phone: 919.515.NCSU (6278) (Scholarships and Financial Aid)
Email: financialaid@ncsu.edu

Updating Personal Email – The university’s primary method of communication with you before January 2027 will be emailing the personal email address you have on file with Admissions. Update your email address in your wolfPAW portal, particularly if it is a high school email that may expire after graduation.

Updating Address or Phone Number – It is very important that your address and phone information are kept current with the university.

• Log in to MyPack Portal. Go to Student Self Service > Personal Information > Address or Contact Details.
• Sign up to receive WolfAlert emergency text messages, which may be sent during campus safety emergencies

Updating Preferred or Non-Legal Name – While a person’s legal name is used by default, NC State University recognizes that, as a community, many of its members use names other than their legal names to identify themselves. If you designate a ‘Preferred Name’, it will appear instead of the legal name in many university systems and documents (e.g., your Wolfpack One Card).

• Log in to MyPack Portal > Student Homepage > Personal Information tile > Select the ‘Preferred Name’ line > Edit the ‘First Name’ box > Select ‘Save’

Learn more about the ‘Preferred or Non-Legal Name’ system on the Student Services Center website

Consider connecting with NC State before you begin in the spring semester through optional transition programs like Prague Connect and Summer Start.

• Summer Start Program: Get a jump start on your NC State experience by participating in Summer Start. This program takes place from June 24 to August 5 and allows you to take classes while becoming familiar with the university. Learn more and sign up to participate by May 8, 2026 on the Summer Start website. 

Prague Connect Program: Apply to participate in Prague Connect, a Fall 2026 study abroad program created specifically for Spring Connect students. Participants will earn 14 NC State credit hours while gaining valuable international experience and building relationships before stepping foot on campus. Learn more on the Prague Connect website.

Official SAT, ACT, AP, and IB scores should be submitted to NC State by July 15.

All scores must be received directly from the testing agency. Undergraduate Admissions does not accept scores from high school or college transcripts.

NC State’s AP Code is 5496. View a full list of the AP/IB credit policies at NC State.

Website: Admissions
Phone: 919.515.2434 (Undergraduate Admissions)
Email: undergrad-admissions@ncsu.edu

Now that you are part of the Pack, you need to get to know us better.

• Follow NC State on Facebook, X, and Instagram (@ncstate)

Follow New Student Programs on X and Instagram (@ncstatensp)

Requests to change your program of acceptance must be submitted to Undergraduate Admissions prior to April 15 for consideration. Due to your enrollment beginning in the spring semester, opportunities for a program change are limited and considered on a space available basis. There are some programs that do not allow spring entry.

To request a change to your first or second choice major:

• Fill out the Major Change Request Form .
• Please note: Undergraduate Admissions cannot guarantee your major change request will be approved. You can expect updates on the status of your request via email. You may only submit this form once.

Website: Admissions
Phone: 919.515.2434 (Undergraduate Admissions)
Email: undergrad-admissions@ncsu.edu

You have the flexibility to choose between a number of opportunities prior to beginning classes in the spring 2026 semester. You may choose to do an internship, work, take classes at another college or university, volunteer, travel or participate in a personal enrichment opportunity. Whatever you decide – we’d like to know. Submit your fall plans to Undergraduate Admissions by July 15.

Website: Admissions
Phone: 919.515.2434 (Undergraduate Admissions)
Email: undergrad-admissions@ncsu.edu

Spring Connect students have the flexibility to choose between a number of opportunities prior to beginning classes in the Spring 2027 semester. Students can choose to attend another community college or university in the summer or fall, and if you do want to take classes, we encourage you to consider an NC Community College.

Should you choose to take courses at another institution in the summer or fall, NC State advisors are available to provide academic advising assistance in making course selections. It is strongly encouraged that you work with an NC State advisor before registering for courses at another institution. This will help ensure that courses will transfer in appropriately and help you maintain progress towards your degree. Learn more on the Spring Connect Summer/Fall Advising webpage.

Website:Spring Connect Summer/Fall Advising

(*Does not apply to Agricultural Institute students)

To ensure you are registered in the appropriate courses, placement/skills assessments are offered – and some required – in certain subjects such as math, English, chemistry, and foreign languages. To learn more about these assessments, visit the appropriate placement testing webpage linked below.

• First-year students placement testing webpage
• Transfer students placement testing webpage

Contact the Disability Resource Office (DRO) should you require accommodations due to a disability (e.g. physical, mental health, learning, etc.).

Website: Disability Resource Office
Phone: 919.515.7653 (Disability Resource Office)
Email: disability@ncsu.edu

(*Required for first-year students, optional for transfer students)

Living on campus is an essential part of the Wolfpack experience; that’s why students are required to live on campus their first year. However, transfer students are not required to live on campus and other exceptions can apply for first-year students. Once you have been offered acceptance at NC State, you can complete a University Housing application. This process is done through MyPack Portal using your unity ID and password.

Website: Housing
Phone: 919.515.2440 (University Housing Assignments)
Email: housing@ncsu.edu

At NC State, course registration for new students takes place using the online MyPack Portal system and can only be done after completing academic advising. Learn more on the New Student Advising and Course Registration webpage.

To ensure timely registration, you should follow instructions from your advisor, as well as meet the deadlines for placement testing (if applicable) and submission of transcripts and test scores.

Website:Advising and Course Registration

New Student Orientation is a required transition program that prepares new students for their transition to NC State. A concurrent family program is also offered to introduce families to the academic programs and services available at NC State. Orientation sessions are college-specific and will take place in January.

Website: New Student Orientation
Phone: 919.515.1234 (New Student Programs)
Email: new-students@ncsu.edu

Before arriving at NC State University, students are required to submit their medical histories and proof of required immunizations. North Carolina Law requires that NC State students submit proof of immunizations to Student Health Services within 30 days of the first day of classes at NC State University.

For more information on the requirements, exceptions, exemptions and how to submit records visit the Campus Health website. In addition to submitting immunization records, students are required to complete a Health History Form and TB Questionnaire. Both can be found on the HealthyPack Portal.

Website: Immunization and TB Compliance

Per state law, students must show evidence of existing creditable insurance coverage (coverage under another health plan), purchase a private insurance plan or enroll in the NC State-sponsored plan (Student Blue). Established students will be able to enroll or waive the insurance in early June (for fall semester) or in early November (for spring semester).

Students who decide to purchase the NC state sponsored plan or who DO NOT waive out will be billed through their student account each semester.

Visit the HealthyPack website for eligibility information and for more detailed information regarding insurance. To waive or enroll in the plan, visit the Student Blue Plan website.

Website: Insurance and Charges
Phone: 919.515.2563 (Campus Health)

Tuition and fees are charged at the beginning of the semester and will not be refunded in the event some or all of the instructional format changes for any part of the academic year or summer session.

Students and parents who have been granted access* will use MyPack Portal to view eBILLs and other student account information. Bills are not mailed.

• You must make a payment, have a sufficient payment plan or have adequate approved and accepted financial aid prior to the deadline.
• Student account information is on the Student Homepage, select the Student Accounts tile.  Items are listed on the left.
• Tuition and Fees must be paid by the date posted on your billing statement to avoid class schedule cancellation.
  • Fall billing is in July
  • Spring billing is in November
• Grant parental access to student accounts through the MyPack Portal. 
• Sign up for direct deposit through the MyPack Portal to receive refunds.
• Learn more about billing and payment options.
• Reduce your debt by enrolling in a monthly payment plan.
• Waive or enroll in the NC State Insurance plan (if you don’t waive, you will automatically be enrolled and billed).
• If you decide not to attend NC State University you must notify Undergraduate Admissions (undergrad-admissions@ncsu.edu) no later than the first day of classes.  You must also drop your classes and cancel your housing and dining plan if applicable. You will be responsible for all charges on your account including any charges for late cancellations.

Website: Student Services
Phone: 919.515.NCSU (6278) (Cashier’s Office)
Email: studentaccounts@ncsu.edu

You can give your parent or guardian online access to view your financial (billing/payment) and academic information (schedule/grades):

• Log in to MyPack Portal.
• Go to Main Menu > Student Self Service > Campus Personal Information > Parent/Guardian Access. Detailed instructions are available on the Student Services Center website
• Learn more about your academic records and the laws that protect them.

(*Required for first-year students living on campus, optional for transfer students)

NC State’s award-winning dining program offers a variety of food options that are convenient, fresh, diverse and delicious. From traditional all-you-care-to-eat dining halls to a mix of restaurants, cafes and convenience stores, our program is designed to meet the unique needs and taste of our student body. Whether you live on campus or commute, NC State Dining offers a variety of meal plans that can be tailored to your specific needs.

All first-year students (students entering college for the first time) living in on-campus housing are required to have a meal plan.

Website: NC State Dining
Phone: 1.800.701.4940 (NC State Dining)

Parking on campus requires a valid NC State Parking Permit. Permits are sold online beginning in early July for the fall semester and late November for the spring semester.  Eligibility to purchase a permit is based on a student’s Total Credits Passed on file with Registration and Records. First-year residents, with less than 24 total credits passed, are only eligible to purchase a permit to park in the RS-Resident Storage Lot.  This lot has approximately 280 spaces and they are issued via a permit lottery.

Consider these alternative transportation options:

• Ride the Wolfline  campus bus system
• Use a GoPass  transit pass for city/regional bus rides (when available)
• Opt for an e-scooter or e-bike 
• Ride your bike/scooter  (registration is mandatory and free)
• Explore the WolfTrails Student Commuter Program 

Website: Transportation
Phone: 919.515.3424 (Transportation)

Most students bring a laptop or other computer when they come to NC State. Be sure to review the computer specifications and check with your individual department or college before purchasing your computer.

Wolfpack Outfitters offers laptops from Apple, Lenovo, and Dell. Each model is custom configured to meet or exceed the University’s minimum requirements for student laptop purchases. Each model qualifies for education discounts, technical support, and warranty repair from the OIT Walk-In Center, which is located on campus in the West Dunn Building.

Website: Computer Reccomendations
Phone: 919.515.2161 (Wolfpack Outfitters)
Email: thetechden@ncsu.edu

As part of NC State’s commitment to fostering a healthy and inclusive environment, all new first-year and transfer students are required to complete online trainings before the stated deadline below, before their first semester. Online education courses cover topics including:

• Alcohol education (required for students under age 21)
• Hazing prevention
• Sexual assault prevention (Title IX)

The courses will be available and emailed to you in early December. When they are available, view instructions on completing the online trainings.

Website:  Required Education
Phone: 919.515.4405
Email: prevention-services@ncsu.edu

The Code of Student Conduct serves as the basis for student behavioral expectations at NC State.  It contains information related to the university’s jurisdiction over student behavior, academic and non-academic violations, sanctions available when a violation occurs, and information regarding interim suspension. Academic violations include cheating, plagiarism, or aiding another to cheat or plagiarize.  Non-academic violations vary widely and include rules concerning alcohol, drugs, infliction or threat of bodily harm, vandalism, disorderly conduct, sexual and racial harassment, sexual assault, and more. All students are strongly encouraged to read and understand the Code of Student Conduct.

Website: Office of Student Conduct
Phone: 919.515.2963 (Office of Student Conduct)
Email: studentconduct@ncsu.edu

On-Campus Housing move-in will take place before classes begin in early January. Additional details will be available on the University Housing website.

Website: University Housing
Phone: 919.515.2440 (University Housing)
Email: housing@ncsu.edu

After you have registered for your classes, go to MyPack Portal or to the NC State Bookstore’s website and order your textbooks. All you will need is your student ID to view your textbook list and order your books. The Bookstore offers a robust online ordering system that includes online price comparison, textbook rental, ebooks and textbook buyback. Students eligible for financial aid may also order their books online and the bill will be sent directly to the University Cashier’s Office.

Website: Textbooks
Phone:  919.515.2161 (NC State Bookstores)
Email: bookstore@ncsu.edu

You must submit an official final transcript from all institutions you attended prior to enrolling at NC State. If you take classes at another institution in summer or fall 2026, you will need to submit an official final transcript by January 8, 2027.

Contact your school to have your transcript sent electronically or by mail to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions.

Website: Admissions
Phone: 919.515.2434 (Undergraduate Admissions)
Email: undergrad-admissions@ncsu.edu

Get excited for Winter Welcome Week, the official kick off to the spring semester! Over 100 events and activities will take place January 8-16, 2027 to help you get acclimated and build your Pack at NC State.

Website: Winter Welcome Week
Phone: 919.515.1234 (New Student Programs)
Email: new-students@ncsu.edu

The Wolfpack One Card is the official ID card at NC State. You will have an opportunity to get your One Card when you move-in. If you haven’t already, visit the Photo Upload webpage at onecard.ncsu.edu and follow the instructions to upload a photo for your Wolfpack One Card student ID.

You can use your One Card tp:

• Make on-campus purchases through the All Campus debit account
• Access your meal plan
• Enter your residence hall and other buildings with restricted access
• Work out at the gym
• Check out a book at the library
• Access your residence hall laundry account
• Link your PNC debit account to your ID card

Website: One Card Office
Phone: 919.515.3090 (One Card Office)

Be careful about what information you share on all of your devices and never share your password with anyone, even your parents.

• Phishing attacks are common on campus. Delete all messages requesting your password or other personal information. Note that the NC State Help Desk will never ask you for your password.
• Be wary of messages that sound too good to be true, such as unsolicited job offers or prize drawings you did not enter.
• Password-protect all devices, including smartphones and tablets. Install reputable anti-malware protection and apply software patches and updates as soon as possible.
• Register your devices with the campus WiFi network, eduroam. Learn more about campus WiFi.

Website: Campus IT Service Portal
Phone: 919.515.HELP (4357) (NC State Help Desk)