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About Distance Education

Welcome to Distance Education at NC State! We are part of DELTA (Distance Education and Learning Technology Applications), a division of the NC State University Provost's Office.

As one of the nation's first land grant institutions, North Carolina State University provides access to quality, well-rounded educational opportunities for a diverse student population. Distance Education (DE) programs and courses extend the university's land grant mission. There are currently more than 300 DE courses offered on a rotating basis and 48 distance education degrees, certificates, lateral entry or teacher licensure programs, and subject specializations offered in a variety of disciplines.

More than 9,000 students enroll in distance education courses each year. DE students enroll for a variety of reasons. Some seek to update job skills or prepare for a new career. Others may be located overseas, as deployed military personnel or international students. Many students must manage their time strategically as they balance studies with work, family, and other life responsibilities. Despite their varied backgrounds and interests DE students share a common aim: to overcome limitations of time or location by using DE options in pursuit of their educational goals.

This website provides information about learning opportunities available through NC State's Distance Education program. Please contact us if you have questions or need assistance in choosing a course or program of study suited to your personal and career goals.