North Carolina Central University

Reach out to North Carolina Central University's admissions department to confirm any application fees and information.

Students who apply to North Carolina Central University for fall semester should hear back from North Carolina Central University by October 15.

North Carolina Central University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of North Carolina Central University's admissions stats.

North Carolina Central University 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.3
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	8%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional and are considered
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	––	––

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Applying Early to North Carolina Central University?

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

Transferring to North Carolina Central University

Transfer student admissions is not difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to North Carolina Central University

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

What Does North Carolina Central University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. When assembling 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 prioritize the areas where you stand out.

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
Academic GPA	Important
Class Rank	Important
Application Essay	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	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)
Written Essay or Personal Statement
Interview
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 3.3.

Out of all students that were admitted, 9% submitted a class rank. At North Carolina Central University 8% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 24% were in the top 25% and 66% 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	––
3.75 and 3.99	18%
3.50 and 3.74	13%
3.25 and 3.49	18%
3.00 and 3.24	20%
2.50 and 2.9	27%
2.00 and 2.49	4%

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 considers ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

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 910 and 1110 (or higher!) on the SAT. At North Carolina Central University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1110 and 25% of scored lower than 910, 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 510 or higher and 75% of students scored 450 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of North Carolina Central University students scored 520 or higher, and 75% scored a 450 or higher.

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

To be most competitive at North Carolina Central University, you should strive to earn between 16 and 21 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 21 means you fall in the 75th percentile for North Carolina Central University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 21, and three out of four students scored lower than 21 on the ACT.

A 16 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for North Carolina Central University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 16.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to North Carolina Central University

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

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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

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

✅ North Carolina Central University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

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

✅ North Carolina Central University is not test optional. You must submit test scores as part of the application.

What is North Carolina Central University's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for North Carolina Central University is 77%.

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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