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Summary
North Central University is a private institution that was founded in 1930. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,204, its setting is urban, and the campus size is 9 acres. It utilizes a semester-based academic calendar. North Central University's ranking in the 2012 edition of Best Colleges is Regional Colleges (Midwest), 67. Its tuition and fees are $16,770 (2011-12).
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North Central University is a Christ-centered Pentecostal school with a commitment to academic excellence that prepares students to fulfill biblical models of leadership and ministry throughout the world. Whether you're called to the local church, the corporate world, the classroom or wherever God has called you we believe in helping you fulfill that calling. We are committed providing an anointed spiritual atmosphere on campus.Our focus on academic excellence means a sound, accredited education in 34 different bachelor degree programs such as business administration, communications, education, biblical studies, music, psychology and more. Students live out their college experience in a vibrant metropolitan city. Minneapolis offers a variety of jobs, internships, ministry positions, entertainment, outreach opportunities and much more. North Central is dedicated to helping you shape the rest of your life for Kingdom service. We are committed to our motto, Your Life. Our Mission. North Central is part of the larger community of Minneapolis, a city of nearly 400,000 people with 2.9 million people living in the surrounding metro area. The Minneapolis/St. Paul metropolitan area offers opportunities and attractions that will enhance your college experience. Part-time job opportunities are within walking distance or accessible through the new light rail system. The area also has an abundance of regional theaters, museums and concert halls. Minneapolis is well known for its lakes and parks that have miles of trails for inline skating, biking and walking, including a riverfront with a beautiful view of the Mississippi River. |
General Information
| School type | private, coed college |
| Year founded | 1930 |
| Religious affiliation | Assemblies of God |
| Academic calendar | semester |
| Setting | urban |
| 2010 Endowment | N/A |
Applying
When applying to North Central University, it's important to note the application deadline is June 1. Scores for either the ACT or SAT test are due July 31. The application fee at North Central University is $25. It is selective, with an acceptance rate of 67.5 percent.
For more information about the tests, essays, interviews, and admissions process, visit the Applying to College knowledge center.
| Selectivity | selective |
| Fall 2010 acceptance rate | 68% |
| Application deadline | June 1 |
| SAT/ACT scores must be received by | July 31 |
Academic Life
North Central University has 58.2 percent of its classes with fewer than 20 students. The average freshman retention rate, an indicator of student satisfaction, is 68.2 percent.
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| 4-year graduation rate | 0% - Low | |
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Student Life
North Central University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,204, with a gender distribution of 44.9 percent male students and 55.1 percent female students. North Central University is part of the NCAA III athletic conference.
| Total enrollment | 1,204 |
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| Undergraduate men who are members of a fraternity | N/A |
| Undergraduate women who are members of a sorority | N/A |
| Collegiate athletic association | NCAA III |
Campus Info & Services
North Central University offers a number of student services including nonremedial tutoring, placement service, and health insurance. North Central University also offers campus safety and security services like 24-hour foot and vehicle patrols, late night transport/escort service, 24-hour emergency telephones, lighted pathways/sidewalks, student patrols, and controlled dormitory access (key, security card, etc). Of the students at North Central University, 37 percent have cars on campus. Alcohol is not permitted for students of legal age at North Central University.
| Students who have cars on campus | 37% - Low |
| Health insurance offered | Yes |
| Students required to own/lease a computer | No |
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Paying for School
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| Tuition and fees | $16,770 (2011-12) |
| Room and board | $5,810 (2011-12) - Low |
| Financial aid statistics | N/A |
* Overview details based on 2010 data
