by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, and more. In addition, we cover how NC State ranks in comparison to other schools with meteorology programs.
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The bachelor's program at NC State was ranked #21 on College Factual's Best Schools for meteorology list. It is also ranked #1 in North Carolina.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, North Carolina State University handed out 14 bachelor's degrees in atmospheric sciences & meteorology. This is a decrease of 7% over the previous year when 15 degrees were handed out.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at NC State paid an average of $1,225 per credit hour if they came to the school from out-of-state. In-state students paid a discounted rate of $272 per credit hour.
The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.In State Out of State Tuition $6,535 $29,407 Fees $2,360 $2,360 Books and Supplies $869 $869 On Campus Room and Board $13,719 $13,719 On Campus Other Expenses $3,121 $3,121
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For the most recent academic year available, 43% of meteorology bachelor's degrees went to men and 57% went to women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 93% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from North Carolina State University with a bachelor's in meteorology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 13 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Online degrees for the NC State meteorology bachelor’s degree program are not available at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the NC State Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the meteorology majors at North Carolina State University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Physics | 66 |
| Chemistry | 65 |
| Geological & Earth Sciences | 39 |
| Other Physical Science | 10 |
| General Physical Sciences | 5 |
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