north carolina agricultural and technical state university is an 1890 land-grant, doctoral higher research university dedicated to learning, discovery, and community engagement. the university provides a wide range of educational opportunities from bachelor’s to doctoral degrees in both traditional and online environments. with an emphasis on preeminence in stem and a commitment to excellence in all its educational, research, and outreach programs, north carolina a&t fosters a climate of economic competitiveness that prepares students for the global society.