North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is the largest HBCU in the U.S. and one of the most diverse, with students from six continents and almost every state in the country. The school, a leading research university in the Southeast, prides itself on its preeminence in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) and it produces more African American engineers and agricultural scientists than any university in the nation. Students (“Aggies”) have a diverse range of 100+ major subjects to choose from, ranging from Automotive Engineering Technology and Geomatics (the study of geographic data) to Professional Theater and Construction Management. Liberal Arts and Mass Communication and Media Studies are among the most popular undergraduate degrees awarded. Students can earn their bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degrees at N.C. A&T.
The N.C. A&T ethos places great importance on providing each student with rich educational experiences unique to his or her needs. The popular Study Abroad program offers various options for immersion into foreign cultures. In addition, the Honors Program meets the needs of gifted students by providing appropriate accommodations, such as smaller classes and special mentorship programs. The school also offers many online degree opportunities for those for whom traditional brick-and-mortar college is infeasible or inconvenient.
