NC State vs. University of NC...which is better?

Question

I'm applying for college. These are 2 of my top picks. Which college has the better campus life and learning experience?

Answer 1

NC State is a very respectable school, but UNC is generally regarded as one of the best public universities in the country. Also, they have a direct relationship with Duke University (just 10 miles away) where you can take exchange courses at Duke, which is one of the most famous schools in the world.

The only problem will be, relatively few students from outside NC are admitted, so you will have a tough time getting in if you are not a NC native. Even if you are, admission is still competitive.

Answer 2

For me, I will always push for NC State - my alma matter. However, if you look at the two schools, they actually are two very different universities. UNC is has more of a focus on Liberal Arts and Medicine. NC State is more of a technological school with a strong Engineering, Textile, and Vet school. UNC is in a small college town not far from Raleigh, where NC State is located. Raleigh, NC is the capital of the state, and is therefore a much larger community.

**Carolina, Duke, and NC State all share many resources - their shared library program is second only to the Library of Congress!