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Academic Support

Academic Absence Verification

At some point during your college career, you will likely face anticipated or unanticipated absences from class. In almost all cases, you can simply explain the situation to your professor, and they will decide how you can make up missed assignments or tests. However, there can be extenuating circumstances that require the involvement of an absence verification officer, who can verify your reasons for missing classes and facilitate a plan between you and your professor for how to catch up.

Academic Advising

The University Advising and Exploratory Studies site provides students with the tools, resources and knowledge base needed to navigate the myriad opportunities available at NC State.

Academic Semester Withdrawal

The process to prepare your withdrawal request will differ depending on the time at which you plan to withdraw from classes. See the Student Services Center website for more information about the withdrawal process and timeline.

Academic Success Center

The Academic Success Center has several free tutoring and academic mentoring services to support you. There is also a large study space in Hill Library that is open for you to use.

Term Withdrawal Appeal

Students who have been denied their request for a Term Withdrawal have the right to appeal the decision with the Withdrawal Review Committee. Find out more about the withdrawal appeal process here.

Community Support

Bias Impact Response Team

The Bias Impact Response Team (BIRT) at NC State provides support to people affected by bias-related incidents that impact individuals, groups and the overall campus community climate. BIRT is coordinated by the Office for Equal Opportunity (OEO) and is composed of professionals from across campus who work to support anyone impacted by bias.

Disability Resource Office

The Disability Resource Office works to ensure that students with disabilities are provided an inclusive experience and equal opportunity to participate in courses and programs by determining eligibility for accommodations and serving as a resource to faculty in helping them understand their obligation in providing equal access.

Health and Wellness

Counseling Center

Accredited by the International Association of Counseling Services, NC State’s Counseling Center provides direct services to students and offers outreach and prevention programs, training new professionals in student mental health and much more.

NC State CARES

Student Behavioral Case Management at NC State (also known as NC State CARES) was established in 2014 to provide support for students in crisis or who have been identified as exhibiting concerning or worrisome behaviors. The program works closely with campus resources to provide early intervention for students who may be struggling personally or whose behavior has led others to be concerned for their well-being. Case managers meet with students and provide access to resources while following up with them and monitoring their progress.

Prevention Services

NC State Prevention Services provides mental health education, outreach and resources related to addressing issues including alcohol and other drugs, suicide prevention and others. In addition, NC State CARES is also housed in this department.

Campus Health Services

Campus Health Services provides comprehensive and specialized care to NC State students. In addition to primary care, Student Health offers dental, physical therapy, gynecological services and a pharmacy on site.

Wellness and Recreation

NC State Wellness and Recreation empowers the Wolfpack community to thrive. In addition to its new facility that has a wide variety of fitness equipment, an indoor climbing wall, studios and classrooms, teaching kitchens and other state-of-the-art features, WellRec offers many programs, initiatives and resources to support your physical and mental well-being.

Financial Hardship or Insecurity

Feed the Pack Food Pantry

Feed the Pack is a food pantry open to all members of the campus community (students, staff and faculty). To use the pantry, come by during the hours of operation. You will be asked to swipe your campus ID and then can shop for the items you need.

Pack Essentials

NC State and campus partners have developed many programs to support students in need of food, housing, financial and educational security. The Pack Essentials program brings them all into one centralized space with a common application to apply for resources.

Student Emergency Fund

The Student Emergency Fund was established to help ensure that NC State students have access to the support and resources they need to successfully recover from unexpected financial crises.

Other Campus Resources

Financial Wellness

Find tools to help navigate financial concerns unique to college life and equip yourself with the knowledge and skills necessary to maintain lifelong financial wellness. Explore topics such as budgeting, paying for school, credit and debt, navigating student loans and more to help practice financial health during your time at NC State and beyond.

Military and Veteran Services

NC State is consistently ranked as one of the most military-friendly schools and is among the best institutions in the nation for supporting veterans. The university proudly serves over 2,300 military-affiliated students through Jeffrey Wright Military and Veteran Services and offers a variety of programs to help them transition from military to campus life, persist to graduation and ultimately join the civilian workforce. 

Office of International Services

The Office of International Services (OIS) exists to serve NC State’s international students and helps students who grew up in the United States to expand their horizons and learn about other cultures. The OIS also offers lots of opportunities for students to get involved on campus, practice their language skills and connect with other students from around the globe. 

Office of Student Life and Advocacy

The Office of Student Life and Advocacy (OSLA) oversees Fraternity and Sorority Life (FSL), Resiliency and Community Support (RCS), and Student Leadership and Engagement (SLE). Together, these units foster student success by supporting community involvement, well-being, leadership development, and personal growth.

Student Legal Services

Student Legal provides education, advice and representation within the scope of the prepaid student legal services plan and focuses on helping students resolve their legal problems with as little disruption as possible to their educational endeavors. 

Student Ombuds Services

The Student Ombuds is a confidential resource to listen to, advise and assist students who are experiencing challenging life circumstances that impact their college, learning or living experience.

Wolfpack Pick Up

The Wolfpack Pick Up service provides rides on Main Campus to students with permanent or temporary mobility disabilities. Student employees provide these rides on golf carts to classes, dining halls, student centers and more.