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North Carolina Central University
Durham,
NC
•4-Year Public•
Acceptance Rate84%
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About North Carolina Central University
North Carolina Central University is a public, state university in the city of Durham, North Carolina. North Carolina Central University was founded in 1910. The college enrolls around 7,553 students a year, including 5,634 undergrads.
2022 Acceptance Rate for North Carolina Central University
It is not difficult to get into North Carolina Central University. In 2022, North Carolina Central University accepted 84% of applicants. In 2022, 7,107 out of 8,423 total applicants were accepted.
| North Carolina Central University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 84% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.2 |
| Test Optional | May require tests |
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College Info
North Carolina Central University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Aug 1
Transfer Applications are Due
Not available
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to North Carolina Central University is Aug 1.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
North Carolina Central University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
820 - 970
Math SAT Range
400 - 490
Reading SAT Range
410 - 500
North Carolina Central University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$24,109
In State$37,145
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$3,728
$16,764
Fees
$6,679
$6,679
Housing
$13,702
$13,702
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at North Carolina Central University is like? There are approximately 7,553 students enrolled at North Carolina Central University, including 5,634 undergraduate students and 1,919 graduate students. 82% percent of students attend school full-time, 66% percent are from NC and 34% percent of students are from other states.
82%
Full Time18%
Part Time66%
In State34%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
7,553
Campus Setting
Urban
Acceptance Rate
84%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Aug 1
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