North Carolina Central University
Overview
Student Population
8,207| Location | Durham, North Carolina |
| Online | nccu.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Durham, North Carolina, North Carolina Central University is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 13,019 prospective students applied, and 6,072 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,143 enrolled in the school. 6,564 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,643 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2018/2019, excluding room and board, is $3,728 plus fees of $2,736. North Carolina Central University is ranked 1012 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
Extremely Easy| SAT | 900/1050 |
| ACT | 17/20 |
| GPA | 3.1 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Aug 1, 2020 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
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Annual Cost to Attend
North Carolina Resident Tuition
$3,728| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 |
| Other Fees | $2,736 |
| Room and Board | $10,250 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $6,205 |
| Total One Year Cost | $24,419 |
Out of State Tuition
$16,435| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 |
| Other Fees | $2,736 |
| Room and Board | $10,250 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $6,205 |
| Total One Year Cost | $37,126 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
$35,200 per yearBachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
38% within 6 yearsPopular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 15% |
| Work and Family Studies | 11% |
| Health Professions | 10% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 9% |
| Psychology | 8% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=199157 IPEDS survey data for North Carolina Central University.