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Overview
Northcentral University (NCU) is an online school that provides programs for getting Bachelors, Masters, and P.h.D's online. This university strives to make it easier for the working professional to still get the degrees they want by having all programs instructed online through their online learning system. Based out of Prescott, Arizona, the only time that a student would see the school would be at their graduation, if they chose to attend.
Points of Distinction
Areas of Study
Northcentral University has three schools, the School of Business and Technology Management, the School of Education, and the School of Psychology. Each offers several programs in that specific field, and have at least one for each degree level. The School of Business and Technology Management has a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) degree, as well as the accompanying Masters and Doctorate programs, all online. The same is true for the other two schools.
Selectivity
Anyone applying to take classes at Northcentral University must first go through the admissions process. Applicants must meet certain academic standards set by the school. To get into a Bachelor's program, a high-school diploma or G.E.D. must be provided before applying. For a Master degree program, if a Bachelors degree is already possessed, then applying to the Masters program is allowed. For Doctorate programs, a Masters or Bachelors degree is accepted.
Faculty
Northcentral University faculty, while behind the scenes, are still high quality and dedicated to helping their students. Although all course work is online, professors and other faculty are still there to help a student through their work as well as provide feedback and teach during live online instructional sessions. Contact with the professor is crucial to the success of the student, but the school also employs a focus on self-learning as much as instruction from faculty, meaning that a lot of the work and learning that is required should be done by the student. This helps foster independence as well as responsibility in the students.
Student Body
Northcentral University's student body is from all over the world, as anyone with a computer can attend classes online. This means that during large live online discussions that students could be listening in or participating with people they normally would never have ties to. This unique learning experience helps to create a communication between the faculty and its students like no other school.
Student Life
Student life at Northcentral University is exactly what they make it. Since all classes are online, the only time students in a graduating class would have to meet would be if they chose to attend the graduation at the school in Prescott, Arizona. Students are free to keep their lives uninterrupted, whether it be taking care of a family or a current job, the online nature of Northcentral University's programs help keep students lives intact while they are furthering their education.
The campus of Northcentral University is in Prescott Valley, AZ, which is a small suburb. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Degrees at Northcentral University include, at the school's highest level, the Doctoral degree.
The school has a tighter focus on specific areas of study than most colleges its size. Northcentral University is known for its programs in business and management and therapy and counseling.
Its open admissions system makes the school an attractive choice for many applicants.
In 2007-2008, Northcentral University had 4,949 students enrolled (2,538 full-time equivalent). A large number of students at the school are 40 years old or older.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Northcentral University uses distance learning methodologies to provide adult learners throughout the world with opportunities to earn bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees in recognized academic programs to enable them to acquire the competencies and to apply the knowledge and skills needed to participate and function effectively in modern society."
More complete details are provided below.
Northcentral University
10000 E. University Dr
Prescott Valley, AZ 86314
General Phone: (888) 327-2877
http://www.ncu.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 168 | business management |
| Therapy and Counseling | 113 | psychology |
| Education and Teaching | 67 | education |
Number of programs and degrees for Northcentral University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master's degree | 162 | 3 |
| Doctor's degree | 152 | 3 |
| Bachelor's degree | 34 | 3 |
In 2007-2008, Northcentral University had a total enrollment of 4,949 students (2,538 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 6% |
| Graduate | 94% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 100% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 0% |
| 20-21 | 0% |
| 22-24 | 2% |
| 25-29 | 6% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 13% |
| 40-49 | 26% |
| 50-64 | 19% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 100 % |
| Part-Time | 50 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Prescott Valley, Arizona for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Arizona Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 9,900 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 9,900 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
Financial Aid:
Northcentral University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3813300)
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Northcentral University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
Notable:
Open admission Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Offers part-time study On-campus library
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