Agricultural Institute Orientation Handbook
From the Director
Welcome to the Agricultural Institute (AGI)! Opportunity and learning await as you courageously embark on your educational journey. Agriculture is the number one industry in North Carolina and provides meals, shelter, and livelihoods to so many. The agricultural community needs hard-working, innovative, and dedicated individuals to take on the challenges and opportunities it offers. As you join us here at the Agricultural Institute, you will find caring and capable educators and staff ready to help you take your next best steps. The rigor of the academic curriculum is balanced with hands-on experiences in laboratory settings and internship environments. These tips will help you be successful as a college student.
• Go to class! Class attendance is essential for technical and professional training and will help you find a personal connection at this BIG university.
• Engage! Participate in professional and personal activities to build skills you need to integrate into careers and become a positive contributor to society. (Clubs, intramural sports, hobbies etc.)
• Set goals! Personal goal-setting will help you overcome hardships and obstacles. Set reasonable and meaningful ones.
• Connect! At the Agricultural Institute, we believe in the power of connections. We encourage you to meet your professors and build relationships with the many professionals in our community. We are here to support you in every way possible, ensuring that you feel welcomed and supported throughout your journey.
Congratulations on your decision to join the Wolfpack and become a part of the Agricultural Institute! We are proud to have you as a member of our community and we look forward to seeing you strive and succeed, joining the ranks of over 6,500 Agricultural Institute alums.
Dr. Lee Ivy
Director of the AGI and Assistant Director of Academic Programs, CALS
Welcome to the Agricultural Institute!
Welcome to the Agricultural Institute (AGI), and congratulations on your acceptance! We are excited you have chosen to join us this fall. As an Ag Institute alum, I look forward to meeting you and helping you succeed over the next few years.
This flipbook contains important information that will prepare you for the fall. I will send additional information via email throughout the summer, so please check your NC State email address frequently.
I am available throughout most of the summer, so please email kcbettin@ncsu.edu with any questions.
Go Pack!
Kayla B. Howell, AGI Student Services Specialist
Important Tasks
Register for Orientation
There are four AGI First Year Orientation dates to choose from:
June 15-16
June 22-23
July 14-15
July 27-28
Choose one date and register through your WolfPaw account.
Complete the New Student Checklist
This flipbook will guide you through the New Student Checklist. In addition, visit the AGI Moodle site, explained on the next page, for additional information needed to prepare for the fall.
New Student Checklist:
Confirm enrollment at NC State
Activate Unity account
Complete the University Housing application
Apply for financial aid
Apply for scholarships
Get connected to NC State
Create student PIN
Provide Admissions with an official final transcript
NC State Softwares
If you haven’t caught on yet, pretty much everything at NC State has “wolf”, “pack” or something similar in the name! This can be confusing, so below are definitions for each.
WolfWare
wolfware.ncsu.edu/
NC State offers a central hub for students and instructors to access past, present and future course content and technology resources. Visit wolfware.ncsu.edu and use your NC State Unity ID and password to log in. You will see current courses (based on your enrollment for the upcoming semester) listed under the “Current” tab. Click a course name to go to the designated course space.
Access the AGI Orientation Page:
“Agricultural Institute Fall Orientation 2026” is where you will start the orientation process.
• Login using your UnityID and password
• Click on “My WolfWare.”
• Click on “Projects.”
mypack.ncsu.edu/
MyPack is home to the Enrollment Wizard where you will sign up for classes, pay your eBill, view your grades, view any financial aid or scholarship information, etc.
Students log in with their UnityID and Password.
A student user guide for MyPack portal has been created to better assist the NC State community in navigating MyPack Portal. The student user guide and instructional pages for student tasks is available on the Student Tasks Index page.
WolfPaw
go.ncsu.edu/wolfpaw
This was the application portal where you submitted your application and heard about your acceptance.
PACK TIP!
AGI students are not required to take any placement tests!
There will be an AGI Math placement test on the second day of orientation for students. Information on how to sign-up to take the placement test can be found on the Moodle site. Please note we are not able to accept the university math placement test.
Summer Advising and Scores
Ag Institute students will begin registering for classes after they have worked through the AGI Orientation Moodle site and completed the AGI Student Credit Survey found on the site. At the end of the survey, each student will be given a class schedule with specific courses and section numbers. Students will then need to login to MyPack Portal and register for their classes without deviating from what was provided by the survey.
There will be 4 optional, virtual, drop in sessions throughout the summer for students who need help registering for classes. There will also be an opportunity for students to get assistance with registration during orientation.
If you have any problems with the survey or class registration and you are unable to attend a drop-in session please contact the Agricultural Institute Office at agricultural_institute@ncsu.edu
Submitting Scores and Transcripts
If you took any AP, IB or courses at a Community College please submit your final test scores and transcript to NC State’s Undergraduate Admissions Office as soon as possible! You can send your scores to: Office of Undergraduate Admissions, NC State University, Campus Box 7103, Raleigh, NC 27695-7103.
AGI students should register for ALL courses that the AGI Student Credit survey populates, even if they believe they have credit for it. The AGI office will be working throughout the summer on verifying transfer credits and will notify a student if their schedule needs to be changed. Please DO NOT change your schedule on your own, unless you have been instructed to do so.
Not sure if your scores will transfer? Review the AP score requirements and IB score requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I register for my classes?
Students will need to work through the Agricultural Institute Orientation Fall 2026 WolfWare site and complete the AGI Student Credit Survey which will populate a list of classes students should register for. Students will then to register for classes through the Enrollment Wizard on MyPack Portal.
How many credit hours do I register for?
You need 12 credit hours to be considered a fulltime student. This is important for financial aid reasons. Most students take 14 to 16 credit hours (five or six courses) during their first semester. The maximum amount of credits you can add is 18.
What if I have credit for a class I am supposed to register for?
The Ag Institute will be working throughout the summer on reviewing transfer credits, AP and IB test scores and will notify a student if their schedule needs to be changed.
What if I need help registering for classes?
There will be multiple virtual drop in registration sessions throughout the summer for students to ask questions about registering for classes. There will also be an opportunity for students to receive registration help during their orientation session.
Any additional questions can be emailed to Kayla Howell at kcbettin@ncsu.edu.
How do I find my Unity ID?
Your unity ID can be found in your acceptance letter and will consist of the 1st letter in your first name, the first letter of your middle name, and either all or part of your last name. Some students may have a number in their Unity ID.
How do I find my textbooks?
Once you are registered for your classes you can find your textbooks by going to the MyPack Portal Planning and enrollment tile, Enrollment Wizard, viewing your schedule and on the lower left-hand side click on “View My Books.”
Is there a certain kind of computer I need?
No. AGI students are welcome to use a Windows or Apple computer, as long as your computer has Microsoft 365 installed. Students can download Microsoft software for free here.
On Campus Resources
There are many different on-campus resources available to students. Below are just a few that you may find helpful when preparing for the fall. If you have any questions, please use the links below.
Dining
Meal Plan questions? Dietary restrictions? What food options are available on campus?
Disability Resource Office
Did you have an IEP in high school? Do you need physical assistance? The DRO is the office to help.
Clubs and Organizations
What clubs and organizations are available at NC State? How do I join a club?
• AGI Students can join sororities and fraternities but not all Greek organizations accept AGI students. Please check with the organization before rushing.
Transportation
Parking Passes, Wolfline (NCSU Bus System)
Housing
Housing application? Move-in information? Who is my roommate? Which residence hall was I assigned to?
NC State Athletics
Student Tickets, Wolfpack Club
New Student Programs
New help registering for Orientation? Where do I check in for orientation?
Scholarships & Financial Aid
Questions about scholarships or your financial aid package?
Student Health
Need to submit immunization records? Sign up for Health Insurance or waive it.
