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Welcome to the Other FAQ. Get the answer to this and many other NC State Operations Research-related questions.

Last Updated: 08/12/2025 |All information is accurate and still up-to-date

I am interested in applying for graduate school in the OR department. How can I find out more information?

See the OR Admissions page.

What do the acronyms MOR, MOR/DE, MSOR and Ph.D. stand for?

  • MOR: Masters in Operations Research (no thesis)
  • MOR/DE: Masters in Operations Research / Distant Learning (no thesis)
  • MSOR: Master of Science in Operations Research (thesis)
  • Ph.D.: Doctor of Philosophy in Operations Research

I am a teaching assistant / research assistant, how do I contact Aetna regarding my health insurance

Contact them at 833-690-1037 (TTY: 711), northcarolinanetwork@aetna.com or visit the Aetna website.

If you prefer, you are welcome to contact our program coordinator at operationsresearch@ncsu.edu | 919.515.2350.

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About the NC State Operations Research Program

The Operations Research Graduate Program (OR) at NC State University distinguishes itself through collaboration across the Colleges of Engineering and Sciences and the Poole College of Management. Our faculty expertise spans engineering, science, management, textiles, and forestry.

Moreover, we proudly welcome our nation’s veterans and military families. The Military OR Group includes active-duty US service members and military veterans from all branches. Recognized as one of the Top 10 Military-friendly Programs, it has been named a Military Friendly.

About Operations Research Degrees

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The program offers three advanced degrees and two minors:

Furthermore, you can often secure teaching and research assistant positions across various departments such as computer science, electrical and computer engineering, industrial and systems engineering, mathematics, and statistics.