Admissions | NC State ISE

In order to be successful, students admitted from areas outside of industrial engineering may be recommended to take remedial coursework. Undergraduate level experience in statistics and operations research gained from courses similar to those listed below will be very useful.

• ST 371 Introduction to Probability and Distribution Theory
• ST 372 Introduction to Statistical Inference and Regression
• ISE 361 Deterministic Models in Industrial Engineering

Note: If this applies to you, or have any questions regarding prerequisites, contact the Director of Graduate Programs.

GPA

Grade Point Average (GPA) in previous academic programs: 3.0/4.0

GRE

Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores:

• Verbal: 450 (=150)
• Quantitative: 680 (=153)
• Analytical: 3.0
• NC State Institution Code for GRE: 5496
• ISE Department Code for GRE: 1301 or 1399

• NC State Institution Code for GRE: 5496
• ISE Department Code for GRE: 1301 or 1399

The GRE is required for all applicants starting in Fall 2024. We do not offer a GRE waiver.

TOEFL

Have you completed one year of full-time study in a degree program at a four-year US college or university? If Yes, then you are not required to submit the TOEFL scores. But you still may want to, as these scores can be helpful in the review and evaluation of your application.

• To request a TOEFL waiver, please contact the Graduate School (graduate_applications@ncsu.edu).ISE Future Student FAQs

Internet-based Test (iBT) with a total score of at least 80. Minimum test scores for each section:

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score:

• Listening: 18 points
• Reading: 18 points
• Writing: 18 points
• Speaking: 18 points – for admission to the Graduate School

TOEFL or IELTS test date must be no older than two years (24 months) prior to the beginning of the requested entry term

Computer-based TOEFL scores must be 213 or higher (with at least 17 on three sections and no section score below 13)

The paper-based test requires a score of 550 or higher (with scores of 50 on at least two of the three sections and no section score below 45)

IELTS

Provide your International English Language Testing System (IELTS) scores with an overall band score of at least 6.5. Minimum test scores for each section:

• Listening: 6.5
• Reading: 6.5
• Writing: 6.5
• Speaking: 6.5 – for admission to the Graduate School

TOEFL or IELTS test date must be no older than two years (24 months) prior to the beginning of the requested entry term.

DUOLINGO

The Graduate School accepts Duolingo English Test examination results. A minimum score of 110 is required for full admission to NC State.

Letter of RecomMendation

Letters of recommendation from three individuals; and some of these letters should be from the applicant’s former professors

Successful applicants exceed these minimums in most cases. Prospective applicants should be guided by the following average scores of a recent entering class consisting of approximately 60 students: GPA=3.45; GRE-Verbal = 500 (154); GRE-Quantitative = 750 (160); GRE-Analytical= 3.5; and for international students, the average TOEFL = 101 (607 paper-based, 253 computer-based).

Note: Admission requirements of the Industrial Engineering Department are more strict than those of the Graduate School.

US students:

• Fall: June 25
• Spring: November 25
• Summer 1: March 25
• Summer 2: May 10

International students:

• Fall: March 1
• Spring: July 15

• Summer 1: December 15
• Summer 2: December 15

Priority for financial awards goes to students who apply before Jan. 15th (for Fall) and June 15th (for Spring).

1. Read through the NC State Graduate Catalog for important Graduate School information such as:
   • Graduate School Application and Admissions
   • Admissions Deadlines
   • Admitting International Students
   • Immunization Requirements
   • Transcript Requirements
2. Apply online at NC State Graduate School Online Application

Please upload your (a) Personal Statement (2 pages max, no word limit). Applicants are requested to write a statement of purpose addressing the following points: highlights of your qualification, reasons for seeking a graduate degree in ISE and reasons for applying to N.C. State.

Once you have uploaded your documents, it isn’t necessary to mail or email the duplicates to the ISE Department. If you need help updating your documents after you have submitted your application, please email graduate_applications@ncsu.edu. The Graduate School will assist you with your documents.

1. Statement of Purpose
2. Official transcript or transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended (after admission is approved)
3. Submit residence form if claiming NC residence for tuition purposes (for U.S. citizens and Permanent Residents only)
4. Submit online references from at least three people who know the academic record and potential for graduate study of the prospective student
5. Submit official GRE test scores from ETS
6. Submit official TOEFL test scores (International Students) from ETS
7. A non-refundable application fee ($75 U.S. dollars for U.S. citizens and permanent residents; $85 for internationals)

Note: The application fee cannot be waived under any circumstances for foreign applicants.