Since 1887, NC State has strived to offer world-class teaching and research. Today, we’re ranked in the top 1% of universities on the planet. As a land-grant institution, we have a duty to open the doors of education for everyone. We’re a Research 1 university, recognized worldwide for our big ideas and bigger impact. And we’re a public university — one that believes in community, equality, sharing what we learn and serving the greater good.
While we have our roots in agriculture and engineering, students can take their pick from more than 100 majors. We’re home to leading programs in design, education, humanities and social sciences, management, natural resources, sciences, textiles, veterinary medicine and more. Across 12 colleges and 68 departments, our 38,400+ students unite powerful ideas with purposeful action, unleashing our true Think and Do spirit.
Stamps Scholars at NC State are included in the university’s prestigious Park Scholarships program and are part of the global community of Park Scholars. They are selected on the basis of demonstrated achievement and evidence of future potential in scholarship, leadership, service and character.
To be eligible, candidates must:
- Have a minimum unweighted GPA of 3.8.
- Be a United States citizen, permanent resident of the U.S. or graduating from a high school located in the U.S. (regardless of citizenship status).
- Apply for fall, first-year admission into a baccalaureate program at NC State.
- Not open to transfer students.
- Apply for the Park Scholarships program by 11:59 p.m. on Nov. 1.
The Park Scholarships program provides:
Exceptional Benefits
- Four-year scholarship valued at approximately $122,000 for in-state students and $229,000 for out-of-state students (for the Class of 2029), including tuition and fees, room and board, books and supplies, travel and personal expenses
- Grants to fund professional and personal enrichment experiences, such as research projects, service activities and conferences in the United States and abroad
- Guaranteed invitation to join the University Honors Program for all Park Scholarships Semifinalists
Personal and Professional Development in Scholarship, Leadership and Service
- The Park Enrichment Academy is a comprehensive, four-year program designed to develop scholars’ potential and foster a collaborative, supportive community
- Weekly seminars for each cohort
- Team-building retreats at the start of the freshman and senior years
- Experiential learning opportunities (Learning Labs) to study leadership and service in the context of state and national issues via travel in North Carolina and Washington, D.C.
- Access to apply for grants to engage in professional and personal enrichment experiences in the United States and abroad
- Mentoring: Park Faculty Mentors work individually with scholars on preparation for undergraduate research, internships, graduate/professional schools and national scholarships