Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002950
- Phone: (336) 334-5000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
67.98%FINANCIAL AID RATE
97%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
16:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
44FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$9,058Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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North Carolina Central University (UNCG)
1400 Spring Garden St, Greensboro, NC
North Carolina Central University is a public historically black institution located in Durham, NC. Most historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were established after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. Around 8,600 students enroll at NCCU annually.
Areas of study available at North Carolina Central University include:
- Legal Professions And Studies
- Library Science
- Family And Consumer Sciences
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Security And Protective Services
- Psychology
To be considered for admissions, you may be asked to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit high school records and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. Students may provide either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions to North Carolina Central University. A score between 1140 to 1380 on the SAT, or 15 to 19 for the ACT is common among accepted students. Approximately 60% of all students that applied were admitted at this school, with 26% of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found at nccu.edu.
The tuition at North Carolina Central University varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay around $5,300 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $17,000 annually. The cost of on-campus housing is about $4,700 per year. This school may help with costs by offering financial aid for students who are eligible in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
The mascot for NCCU is the "Eagles", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Athletic programs available:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Football (NCAA Division I-AA)
Contact information, admission forms, areas of study offered, and more may be accessed on school's website at http://www.nccu.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give you an idea of the students North Carolina Central University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at North Carolina Central University is about 8,200, where graduate students make up roughly 14% of the student body.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $12,500. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $50 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition estimates per year:
- In-State Tuition: $3,700-$4,500
- Nonresident Student Tuition: $16,000-$19,720
- Part-time students are charged:
- In-State: $470-$560 per unit
- Out-of-State: $2,100-$2,500 per unit
- Some programs may have tuition rates that will remain the same as the first year for up to five years.
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 97% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 88% | $10,223 |
Receiving Student Loans | 87% | $6,745 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, North Carolina Central University may provide services to students like those listed below:- Online classes
- Night and weekend classes available
- Remedial courses
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
- Day care for children
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Dietetics Program
- Law Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Speech-Language Pathology Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- Theatre Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
North Carolina Central University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I-FCS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference)
- Track and Field (Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference)
- Football (Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference)
- Golf
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by North Carolina Central University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biomedical Science (B, M)
- Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B, M)
- Accounting (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
Education
English Language and Literature
- English (B, M)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B)
- Mental Health Counseling (M)
- Athletic Training (B)
History
- History (B, M)
Legal Professions and Studies
- Law (D)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B, M)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Psychology
- Psychology (B, M)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B, M)
- Public Administration (M)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
- Parks and Recreation Management (B, M)
- Sports Medicine (B, M)
Security and Protective Services
Social Sciences
Visual and Performing Arts
- Music (B)
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to North Carolina Central University.
- North Carolina A & T State University in Rocky Mount, NC (49 miles away)
- University of North Carolina at Greensboro in Charlotte, NC (51 miles away)
- Fayetteville State University in Fayetteville, NC (63 miles away)
- Winston - Salem State University in Winston-Salem, NC (75 miles away)
- University of North Carolina at Pembroke in Raleigh, NC (91 miles away)
See a list of all the colleges and universities by clicking on one of the links below:
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002950
- Phone: (336) 334-5000
- School Homepage