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How to Apply

Undergraduate NC State Students

  • Submit an application form here!
  • 2.0 cumulative GPA required to apply to and to complete the certificate.
  • Students in a Poole major (Business, Accounting, Economics), Business Administration minor or Business Entrepreneurship minor may not pursue the certificate.
  • Please note that NC State Graduate students are not eligible to apply.

Non-Degree Studies Students

  • If you are not a current NC State student, you must first apply to NC State as a Non-Degree Studies student.
  • As part of your application, you will have the option to select the Essentials of Business Certificate as your desired program.
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Application Deadlines

Entry Semester Application Deadlines and Details
See department website