OOS NC State current 1st-year here! In general, highly recommend it. NCSU was actually cheaper than my IS (Ohio) which was part of my decision. NCSU does really emphasize diversity and you can get IS residency after the first year, which they advise you on how to do. I'm also a big advocate of go wherever is cheapest, you'll end up a DVM all the same. NCSU also has a few scholarships, if you are able to get one of those.