Student Life FAQ
Get the answers to many of the commonly asked questions about student life at North Carolina State University.
Last Updated: 09/22/2025 | All information is accurate and still up-to-date
Student Life
How many students attend NC State?
As of the Fall 2024 semester, NC State University had 39,603 undergraduate and graduate students. For the most current information about NC State and its student body, check out the University Planning and Analysis’s “Fast Facts” section.
What are the male-to-female and multi-cultural statistics of the students at NC State?
Find the most current information about the diversity of NC State on the University’s Diversity website.
How do I get a parking permit?
Log in to MyPack Portal and click on “Parking Permit” to apply for parking permits. You can find this on the Student Homepage under the Enrollment menu.
Additionally, you can access parking permit information on the Transportation website.
Can’t find your answer? Please contact our program coordinator, Bill Irwin | wjirwin@ncsu.edu | 919.515.3808.
Experiencing student life in college is just as important as classroom learning, especially for students in the Integrated Manufacturing Systems Engineering Program (IMSE) at NC State University. While your coursework provides technical knowledge, student life builds the soft skills you’ll need in today’s collaborative engineering environments.
At IMSE, you have the chance to join clubs, attend workshops, and participate in research or industry-sponsored projects. These activities help you work with others, solve problems creatively, and manage time effectively—skills that are vital in modern manufacturing systems.
Moreover, student life creates a sense of community. You’ll meet people from different cultures, industries, and academic backgrounds. These connections often lead to lifelong friendships, professional networks, and opportunities you might not find in the classroom.
Engaging in student life also allows you to explore your interests and develop leadership skills. Whether you volunteer, organize events, or take part in student government, you’re learning how to take initiative and communicate effectively—traits employers value highly.
For IMSE students, student life complements your technical education. It helps you grow into a well-rounded engineer who can lead teams, think globally, and adapt to change. In short, student life helps turn your degree into a complete, career-ready experience.