North Carolina Central University

Durham, NC · Public

Acceptance rate
87%
Average SAT
1,050
ACT midpoint
18
Enrollment
6,081
In-state tuition
$6,699
Out-of-state tuition
$19,735
Avg net price
$15,359
4-yr grad rate

Test scores

ACT midpoint: 18

Popular programs at North Carolina Central University

Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.

#ProgramStairway RankingGraduates/yr
1Criminal Justice and Corrections.122
2Business Administration, Management and Operations.102
3Social Sciences, General.100
4Psychology, General.84
5Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General.65
6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.60
7Social Work.51
8Biology, General.48
9Communication and Media Studies.45
10Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.42
11Public Health.41
12Political Science and Government.39
13Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.29
14Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.25
15Computer and Information Sciences, General.20
16Accounting and Related Services.20
17Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management.16
18English Language and Literature, General.13
19Fine and Studio Arts.12
20Hospitality Administration/Management.12

Showing top 20 of 27 programs

Frequently asked questions

What is the acceptance rate at North Carolina Central University?

North Carolina Central University has an acceptance rate of 87% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.

What SAT score do I need for North Carolina Central University?

The average SAT score at North Carolina Central University is approximately 1050.

How much does North Carolina Central University cost?

The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at North Carolina Central University is approximately $15,359 per year.

What is the graduation rate at North Carolina Central University?

4-year graduation rate data for North Carolina Central University is not currently published.

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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.