Science, Technology & Society at North Carolina State University at Raleigh
If you plan to study Science, Technology & Society, take a look at what North Carolina State University at Raleigh. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
North Carolina State University at Raleigh is located in Raleigh, NC.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 48 science, technology & society degrees were awarded at North Carolina State University at Raleigh.
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Studying Online at North Carolina State University at Raleigh
Many students take online classes at North Carolina State University at Raleigh. Among 38,464 students, 2,954 (8%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 13,521 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Science, Technology & Society Rankings at North Carolina State University at Raleigh
Rankings can help you compare North Carolina State University at Raleigh’s Science, Technology & Society program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | North Carolina | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #2 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #8 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #14 of 17 |
Earnings for Science, Technology & Society Graduates from North Carolina State University at Raleigh
Those who finish North Carolina State University at Raleigh’s Science, Technology & Society program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $37,598 |
| 2 years | $52,107 |
| 3 years | $62,757 |
| 4 years | $73,515 |
| 5 years | $71,884 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Science, Technology & Society graduates from North Carolina State University at Raleigh take home a median $73,515, compared with $71,784 for all North Carolina State University at Raleigh graduates — about 2% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Science, Technology & Society graduates from North Carolina State University at Raleigh stands at $24,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Science, Technology & Society graduates at North Carolina State University at Raleigh, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Science, Technology & Society graduates at North Carolina State University at Raleigh are 44% women (21) and 56% men (27).
Science, Technology & Society Bachelor’s Program at North Carolina State University at Raleigh
Among the 48 bachelor’s science, technology & society degrees awarded at North Carolina State University at Raleigh, 44% were women (21) and 56% were men (27).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Science, Technology & Society bachelor’s degree recipients at North Carolina State University at Raleigh.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 25 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 6 |
| Asian | 6 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 40% of Science, Technology & Society bachelor’s degree recipients at North Carolina State University at Raleigh, lower than the national average of 48%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Science, Technology & Society Concentrations at North Carolina State University at Raleigh
This Science, Technology & Society program at North Carolina State University at Raleigh includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Science, Technology & Society | 48 |
Best-Paid Careers for Science, Technology & Society Graduates
Students who finish Science, Technology & Society program at North Carolina State University at Raleigh pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Science, Technology & Society majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Postsecondary Teachers, All Other | $68,967 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.