Overview

About the program

The Entomology Graduate Program is globally ranked, offering a challenging curriculum, one-on-one research experiences and personal attention from committed faculty members.

Students at North Carolina State University will gain knowledge and experience with issues related to the impact of insects on agricultural, urban, recreational, and human contexts.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Insect Diversity
Insect Morphology and Physiology
Principles of Genetic Pest Management
Ecology and Conservation of Freshwater Invertebrates
Insect Behavior
Organic Agriculture: Principles and Practices
Arthropod Management
Medical and Veterinary Entomology
Biological Control of Insects and Weeds
Ecology of Soil Ecosystems
Insect Ecology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 120 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
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Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-11-25 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-05-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-05-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-10 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

72 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Raleigh, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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General requirements

Training in biology and appropriate courses in chemistry, biochemistry, mathematics and physics, is preferred. A "B" average (3.0 GPA) is required in biology courses and an overall 3.0 GPA during the last two years of the undergraduate program.
Full admission is permitted only after acceptable applicants have secured an advisor and appropriate financial support. All students are expected to begin their research as soon as possible.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

12607 USD / year

≈ 12607 USD / year
Out-of-State

12607 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

4089 USD / year

≈ 4089 USD / year

Living costs

Raleigh

United States

1085 - 1853 USD / month

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