North Carolina Central University

It is not difficult to get into North Carolina Central University. The university admitted 84% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 8,423 applications received in 2023, 7,107 students were offered admission.

If you want to apply to North Carolina Central University, the regular decision application deadline is August 1 and the fee for the application costs $50.

North Carolina Central University Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of North Carolina Central University's admissions stats.

North Carolina Central University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.2
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	6.41%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Waitlist	No

North Carolina Central University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for North Carolina Central University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	8 1	–

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North Carolina Central University does not offer early decision or early action.

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More on North Carolina Central University Admissions

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How Challenging Is It To Get Admitted to North Carolina Central University?

It is not difficult to get into North Carolina Central University. North Carolina Central University evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, North Carolina Central University accepted 84% of all applicants, approximately 7,107 from 8,423 applicants.

Schools that are not difficult to get into, like North Carolina Central University, accept up to 95% of applicants. Most admitted students scored at most a 1010 on the SAT and a 19 on the ACT.

For applicants who are non-residents, getting into North Carolina Central University is moderately difficult.

Transferring to North Carolina Central University

It is not difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to North Carolina Central University

North Carolina Central University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into North Carolina Central University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at North Carolina Central University

What does North Carolina Central University consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Class Rank	Important
Application Essay	Important
Academic GPA	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with North Carolina Central University for more information on admission factors.

North Carolina Central University Application Requirements

To apply to North Carolina Central University, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with North Carolina Central University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Standardized Test Scores	–	–	–	–
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)	–	–	–	–
Other Requirements	√	–	–	University of North Carolina System minimum course requirements
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.5	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into North Carolina Central University?

Students admitted to North Carolina Central University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.2.

Out of all students that were admitted, 82.39% submitted a class rank. At North Carolina Central University 6.41% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 20.58% were in the top 25% and 55.46% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At North Carolina Central University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	9.61%
3.75 and 3.99	7.74%
3.50 and 3.74	12.13%
3.25 and 3.49	14.83%
3.00 and 3.24	16.51%
2.50 and 2.9	34.14%
2.00 and 2.49	4.85%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to North Carolina Central University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

North Carolina Central University does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

What is a Good SAT Score for North Carolina Central University?

To be competitive with other North Carolina Central University applicants, you should aim to earn between 820 and 970 (or higher!) on the SAT. At North Carolina Central University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 970 and 25% of scored lower than 820, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of North Carolina Central University students scored 490 or higher and 75% of students scored 410 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of North Carolina Central University students scored 500 or higher, and 75% scored a 410 or higher.

To be most competitive at North Carolina Central University, you should strive to earn between 15 and 20 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 20 means you fall in the 75th percentile for North Carolina Central University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 20, and three out of four students scored lower than 20 on the ACT.

A 15 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for North Carolina Central University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 15.

More Information on Transferring to North Carolina Central University

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to North Carolina Central University.

Transfer students can enroll in North Carolina Central University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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North Carolina Central University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to North Carolina Central University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to North Carolina Central University.

Does North Carolina Central University accept transfer credits?

✅ North Carolina Central University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. North Carolina Central University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does North Carolina Central University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ North Carolina Central University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to North Carolina Central University?

✅ North Carolina Central University is not test optional.

What is North Carolina Central University's acceptance rate?

✅ North Carolina Central University has an acceptance rate of 84%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at North Carolina Central University?

❌ North Carolina Central University does not offer early decision.

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