How to Apply
An application for acceptance into the GCP is required for all new students. Students must complete the Graduate School Application (opens in new tab). Those applicants who are currently enrolled in a NC State graduate degree program need only provide the graduate student Certificate Plan Data Entry form, which can be accessed from the Graduate School website by clicking here.
New applications will be reviewed at the department/program level.
Registration procedures, registration dates and course availability for each semester can be found on the NCSU Registration and Records webpage. Additional information regarding the EE GCP can be found on the Electrical and Computer Engineering website. Questions regarding the EE GCP can be directed to the certificate coordinator. Information regarding Engineering Online can be found on the Engineering Online website.
Non-Degree Studies (NDS) Students
NDS students seeking spring enrollment in an Engineering online program and/or course, please submit your NDS application (opens in new tab) no later than Wednesday, January 10th, 2024 to ensure your application materials are received on time. Submitting your application after January 10th, may result in not being admitted or enrolled in classes for the spring 2024 semester.
Application Deadlines
| Entry Semester | Application Deadlines and Details |
|---|---|
| Fall | January 09 |
| Spring | July 01 |
| Summer No Admissions |