What SAT score do you need for North Carolina State University at Raleigh?
The 25th–75th percentile band shows where the middle half of admitted students score on the SAT. Numbers come from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard (2024–25 figures).
Where enrolled freshmen score
Share of North Carolina State University at Raleigh's enrolled first-time freshmen in each SAT composite range, from the school's Common Data Set.
North Carolina State University at Raleigh SAT band
25th
1,300
–
75th
1,470
Median
1,376
Higher-SAT-average school (top quartile). Admission rate: 42%.
Peer schools at this band
University of Washington-Bothell Campus, WA
25–75:1,301–1,451Median:1,376
University of Vermont, VT
25–75:1,290–1,440Median:1,374
See your specific admit chance
The band above shows where admitted students scored. Run the admissions-chance tool to see what your specific score means for your chance at North Carolina State University at Raleigh.
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SAT data from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard (2024–25 figures). Last updated March 7, 2026. Methodology.