Welcome to NC State, new spring students!
New Student Programs is here to ensure your transition can go as smoothly as possible. Use the links and information on this page to start thinking about your next steps in joining the Pack. We hope we can be a resource for you and your family members during this exciting time, and we can’t wait to meet you during Orientation!
If you have any questions throughout your transition, contact New Student Programs at 919.515.1234 or new-students@ncsu.edu.
Were you admitted in March 2021 as a Spring Connect student?
This page is for students who are admitted in late fall 2021. If you were admitted in March, please visit the Spring Connect section of our website.
Important Dates
- December 6, 7, and 8, 2021 – Orientation Campus Visits (optional for students)
- January 4, 2022 – Orientation Online Module Due (required for students)
- January 5, 2022, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. EST – Virtual Orientation Session on Zoom (required for students)
- January 5, 2022 – Deadline to submit official final transcripts to Undergraduate Admissions from any institution you attended previously
- January 7-9, 2022 (by appointment) – On-Campus Housing Move-In (Check in at your building’s 24 hour service desk)
- January 7-15, 2022 – Winter Welcome Week
- Monday, January 10, 2022 – First Day of Class
New Student Checklist
Review the checklist and get started on the to-do’s to prepare for your first semester.
Placement Testing
You may need to take placement tests before course registration to ensure you’re registered in appropriate courses.
Advising and Course Registration
Find out how to consult with an academic advisor and register for spring courses.
Spring Orientation
Spring Orientation is a mandatory virtual program for new students and highly recommend for their families.
Winter Welcome Week
Winter Welcome Week is a series of events to help new students get started with the Wolfpack. Schedule coming in December 2021.
NC State COVID-19 Response
Find the latest updates and information related to the university and what to expect this spring.