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North Carolina Central University

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world rank  1561

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Overview

Founded in 1910, the North Carolina Central University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Durham (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), North Carolina. Officially accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, North Carolina Central University (NCCU) is a medium sized (uniRank enrollment range: 7,000-7,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. North Carolina Central University (NCCU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 115-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this US higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. NCCU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

North Carolina Central University's Control Typepublic

Entity

North Carolina Central University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

North Carolina Central University' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium sized

Selectivity

North Carolina Central University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym NCCU
Founded 1910
Motto Truth and Service
Colours Maroon and gray
Mascot
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University Location

Address 1801 Fayetteville Street
Durham
27707 North Carolina
United States
North Carolina Central University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
North Carolina Central University Phone Number (919) 530 6100
North Carolina Central University Fax Number (919) 560 7627
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of North Carolina Central University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify North Carolina Central University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of North Carolina Central University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at North Carolina Central University.



North Carolina Central University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students
17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro) 20,000-24,999 US$ (18,225-22,780 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

North Carolina Central University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


North Carolina Central University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 70-79% making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution is a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) and, historically, has a special focus on promoting education and research among the above specific US ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


North Carolina Central University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


North Carolina Central University's Admission Office Admission Office

1801 Fayetteville Street
Durham 27707
(919) 530 7912


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

North Carolina Central University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 7,000 to 7,999, making it a medium-sized institution.


North Carolina Central University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 500 to 599 members.


North Carolina Central University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


North Carolina Central University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


North Carolina Central University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


North Carolina Central University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


North Carolina Central University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


North Carolina Central University is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


North Carolina Central University's Library University Library

Yes Visit North Carolina Central University's Library
North Carolina Central University's library has 5 branches. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 373,350 physical volumes, 44,957 physical media and 431 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 23 full-time employees, including 10 librarians. North Carolina Central University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


North Carolina Central University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, the North Carolina Central University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 3,329 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


North Carolina Central University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


North Carolina Central University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


North Carolina Central University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


North Carolina Central University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


North Carolina Central University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

North Carolina Central University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


North Carolina Central University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


North Carolina Central University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

North Carolina Central University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1938


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important North Carolina Central University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing
  • Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
  • American Association for Leisure and Recreation, Council on Accreditation
  • American Bar Association, Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar
  • American Library Association, Committee on Accreditation
  • Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education
  • Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs
  • American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Council on Academic Accreditation
  • Council on Accreditation of Parks, Recreation, Tourism and Related Professions
  • National Association of Schools of Theatre, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important North Carolina Central University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • University of North Carolina System (UNC System)
  • American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the North Carolina Central University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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Free Online Courses

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