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North Carolina Central University was established on July 10, 1910. It was founded by Dr. James E. Shepard as a National Religious Training School. It was renamed North Carolina Central University in 1969. There are over 120 registered student organizations and more than 10 honor societies in this institution. North Carolina has the following colleges and schools under its supervision:
North Carolina Central University has football, softball, baseball, basketball, track and field, tennis, volleyball, bowling, and golf teams. The athletics teams of this university are known as the Eagles. They participate in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) at the Division I level. North Carolina Central University has gained regional and national recognition in the athletic field.
North Carolina Central University is in a medium-sized city, in Durham, NC. The school is classified as a public college. Students at North Carolina Central University earn degrees up to the Master's degree.
The most common major fields study at the school include law and family and social work.
North Carolina Central University does not admit all applicants. The middle range of verbal SAT scores in 2007 was 380 to 470 for students at the school. While math SAT scores among applicants varied, those accepted commonly had scores between 380 and 480.
Some professors at North Carolina Central University are awarded tenure, allowing the school to retain good faculty members. Faculty salaries at the school are higher than most.
North Carolina Central University, in 2007, had 8,383 students (7,126 full-time equivalent). A larger than average share of the students at the school are minorities.
Dorm living is common. The school makes available student meal plans. Athletic teams at North Carolina Central University belong to the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association for major sports.
Degree seekers find the school to be more affordable than many of its peers.
More complete details are provided below.
North Carolina Central University
1801 Fayetteville Street
Durham, NC 27707
General Phone: (919) 530-6100
http://www.nccu.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 226 | library science, political science, history, sociology, English, Spanish language, geography, French language |
| Education And Teaching | 175 | elementary school teaching, secondary school administration, special ed, college student counseling, school counseling, instructional media design, kindergarten/preschool teaching, middle school teaching, ... |
| Business And Management | 136 | business management, accounting |
| Family And Social Work | 126 | family and consumer science, public administration, social work, food and nutrition |
| Law | 123 | law |
| Therapy And Counseling | 89 | psychology, communication disorders |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 86 | criminal justice and safety, criminal justice and administration |
| Science | 55 | biology, chemistry, geology, physics, biomedical sciences |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 52 | information science, computer science |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 48 | registered nursing |
| Media | 34 | mass communication |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 26 | health and physical education, parks and recreation management, athletic trainer, recreational therapy |
| Hospitality | 15 | hospitality management |
| Music | 14 | music, jazz |
| Medical Administration | 14 | public health education |
| Mathematics | 7 | mathematics |
| Art Studies | 7 | art studies |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 6 | environmental science |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 6 | drama |
| Construction Trades | 0 | apparel and textiles |
| Religion And Philosophy | 0 | religious music |
Number of programs and degrees for North Carolina Central University in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 774 | 52 |
| Master's degree | 348 | 41 |
| First-professional degree | 123 | 1 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 0 | 1 |
North Carolina Central University is a historically black college.
In 2007, North Carolina Central University had a total enrollment of 8,383 students (7,126 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 35% |
| Women | 65% |
| Full-Time | 96% |
| Part-Time | 4% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 76% |
| Graduate | 18% |
| First Professional | 5% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 13% |
| Black | 78% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 6% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 3% |
| 18-19 | 23% |
| 20-21 | 18% |
| 22-24 | 18% |
| 25-29 | 15% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| North Carolina | 86% |
| Virginia | 4% |
| Maryland | 3% |
| Washington, DC | 2% |
| New York | 1% |
| State unknown | 1% |
| New Jersey | 1% |
| Georgia | 1% |
| South Carolina | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 77 % |
| Part-Time | 47 % |
North Carolina Central University offers campus housing for 2,680 of its 7,126 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Durham, North Carolina for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other North Carolina Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 21 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 3,057 | 2,296 | 75% | 1,021 | 44% |
| Men | 1,044 | 742 | 71% | 354 | 48% |
| Women | 2,013 | 1,554 | 77% | 667 | 43% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 380 | 470 |
| SAT Math | 380 | 480 |
| SAT Writing | 370 | 460 |
| ACT Verbal | 12 | 18 |
| ACT Math | 15 | 18 |
| ACT Composite | 14 | 18 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 87% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 21% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 3,606 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 13,350 |
| Room and board | $ 7,500 |
| Room charge | $ 2,985 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,348 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,500 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,291 |
Financial Aid:
North Carolina Central University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 295000)
North Carolina Central University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 76 | 37 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 54 | 62 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 50 | 69 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 11 | $112,374 | 5 | $123,660 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 19 | $97,236 | 9 | $89,186 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 3 | $82,367 | 7 | $76,648 |
| No academic rank | calendar year | 12 | $67,773 | 20 | $53,705 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 45 | $92,088 | 41 | $73,942 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 22 | $99,219 | 11 | $105,855 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 38 | $78,774 | 29 | $74,045 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 37 | $67,601 | 38 | $67,742 |
| Instructor | academic year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| Lecturer | academic year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| No academic rank | academic year | 37 | $59,380 | 46 | $56,836 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 135 | $73,478 | 127 | $67,955 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association |
| Basketball | Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association |
| Track | Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 81 | 57 | 138 |
| Football | 54 | 0 | 54 |
| Track | 13 | 13 | 26 |
| Basketball | 9 | 11 | 20 |
| All Other Sports | 5 | 33 | 38 |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
Information Science/Studies
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Apparel and Textiles, General
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Art Teacher Education
Biology Teacher Education
Chemistry Teacher Education
College Student Counseling and Personnel Services
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Curriculum and Instruction
Drama and Dance Teacher Education
Education/Teaching Individuals - Specific Learning Disabilities
Education/Teaching Individuals - Vision Impairments/ Blindness
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Emotional Disturbances
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Mental Retardation
Educational/Instructional Media Design
Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Family and Consumer Sciences/Home Economics Teacher Education
French Language Teacher Education
Health Teacher Education
History Teacher Education
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Physics Teacher Education
Secondary School Administration/Principalship
Spanish Language Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General
Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General
Public Administration
Social Work
HOSPITALITY
Hospitality Administration/Management, General
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
Geography
History, General
Library Science/Librarianship
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Mass Communication/Media Studies
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Public Health Education and Promotion
MUSIC
Jazz/Jazz Studies
Music, General
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Health and Physical Education, General
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management
Therapeutic Recreation/Recreational Therapy
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Religious/Sacred Music
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Biomedical Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Geology/Earth Science, General
Physics, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Communication Disorders, General
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets North Carolina Central University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 4% |  |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in law (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, air force) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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