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North Carolina Central University

Durham, NC • public • I | Mid-Eastern Athletic Conf.
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Acceptance
90.5%
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Grad Rate
46%
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Cost
$21,047 / $34,083

Overview

Institution Type
public
Campus Setting
Urban (City: Large)
Student Population
Undergrad: 6,800 • Total: 9,008
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
Durham, NC
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Website
www.nccu.edu
Region
Southeast
Carnegie Classification
M1: Master's Colleges & Universities – Larger Programs

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 2,047 (30.1%) • Female: 4,753 (69.9%)
Special Designation
Historically Black College or University (HBCU)

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
90.5%
12,842 admitted from 14,192 applicants
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 500-570
Math: 480-530
Total: 980-1100
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
17-18
Application Types Offered
EA RD
Application Requirements
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Application Fee
$50
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
EA: 11/15/2025
Rolling: Rolling

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
46.0%
4-Year Graduation Rate
27.3%
Freshman Retention Rate
75.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
In-State
$21,047
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Out-of-State
$34,083
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
In-state: $3,728
Out-of-state: $16,764
Room & Board
$13,333
Books & Supplies
$3,986
Students Receiving Pell Grants
59%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
I
Conference
Mid-Eastern Athletic Conf.
Men's Sports (7)
Basketball (FCS) Cross Country (FCS) Football (FCS) Golf (FCS) Tennis (FCS) Track and Field (Indoor) (FCS) Track and Field (Outdoor) (FCS)
Women's Sports (8)
Basketball Cross Country Golf Softball Tennis Track and Field (Indoor) Track and Field (Outdoor) Volleyball
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Common questions about North Carolina Central University

What is North Carolina Central University's acceptance rate?
North Carolina Central University accepts 90% of applicants, from 14,192 applications.
How much does North Carolina Central University cost?
Tuition and fees are $3,728 in-state and $16,764 out-of-state.
What ACT score do you need for North Carolina Central University?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 17 and 18 on the ACT.
What is North Carolina Central University's graduation rate?
46% of students graduate within six years.