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North Central University

  • 3/10 Overall Rating
  • 4 Year
  • Minneapolis, MN
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Overview

Total enrollment

852
North Central University overview
North Central University overview
  • Size Small
  • Status Non-profit
  • Housing Yes
  • Level of Study Undergrad

North Central University occupies an urban campus in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota, situated near the city's theater district and business center. The private Christian institution, affiliated with the Assemblies of God, has operated at its current location since 1936, when it began as North Central Bible Institute. The campus consists of several connected modern buildings and renovated historic structures, with student housing provided through traditional residence halls and apartment-style units. North Central focuses on ministerial studies, business, music, and behavioral sciences, maintaining small class sizes consistent with its teaching-focused mission. The university competes in NCCAA Division I athletics as the North Central Rams, primarily in basketball and volleyball.

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Ratings

North Central University is rated within the lower 29% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 3 out of 10.

  • Overall Rating
    3 out of 10
  • Academics
    3 out of 10
  • Resources
    5 out of 10
  • Outcomes
    3 out of 10
  • Value
    1 out of 10
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Admissions

Admission Standards

Very Easy
North Central University admission standards
  • GPA 3.4

Acceptance Rate

99%
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  • Applications Due Jun 1, 2027
  • Enrollment Rate 29.6%
  • Application Fee $0

Applicant Competition Very Low

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$32,220
Costs for North Central University
Fee Cost
Tuition $32,220
Books and Supplies $900
Other Fees $1,870
Room and Board $10,054
Budget for Other Expenses $3,536
Total One Year Cost $48,580
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Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$33,300 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

40% within 6 years
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Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at North Central University are Theology and Religious Vvocations, Education, and General Studies. 36% of students major in Theology and Religious Vvocations, 11% in Education, and 9% in General Studies.

  • Theology and Religious Vvocations 36%
  • Education 11%
  • General Studies 9%
  • Work and Family Studies 8%
  • Business 8%
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Last updated: August 2026