NCU Operates on a semester system.
Fast Facts
What academic system does NCU use?
Is NCU Accredited?
Yes, NCU is a accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
What campus clubs and organizations are available?
North Central University has more than 30 student organizations with 250 leadership positions to fit a wide range of interests.
Is NCU affiliated with other organizations?
NCU is part of the Assemblies of God (www.ag.org)
How many students attend NCU?
Appx. 1200 Full-Time Students.
How big is the campus?
Twelve buildings and residence hall facilities located on eight acres in the heart of downtown Minneapolis.
What is the faculty/student ratio?
19:1
What kind of student goes to NCU?
Our student’s average ACT score is 22; currently 46 states and 7 foreign countries are represented in our student body
Is financial aid available?
YES! Approximately 90 percent of students receive some form of financial aid. Over $8.5 million in aid is awarded each year.
What types of degrees are available?
Undergraduate Degrees awarded by NCU include Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Bachelor of Science (B.S.), three-year diploma, Associate of Arts (two-year), One-year certificate
What kind of university is NCU?
North Central University is a Private, Christian, co-educational, residential university
When was NCU Founded?
NCU was founded in 1930 as North Central Bible Institute.
What athletic programs are offered at NCU?
NCCAA intercollegiate teams: for men—baseball, basketball, cross country, golf, soccer and track and field; for women—basketball, cross country, volleyball, soccer, softball and track and field. A variety of intramural sports are available for all students.
What majors does NCU offer?
North Central offers 35 different majors. See list
What are NCU’s expectations of a student’s lifestyle?
Because we are a Christian community, we require all students to have a personal relationship with Christ. Our students agree to conduct themselves according to biblical & NCU community life standards.
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Every day our students go far beyond the classroom to serve and allow God to work through them. ...more
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It's so easy to get involved and meet new people, and the professors truly care about you and how you are doing. ...more
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"Completing 4 years of high school was incomprehensible to me - PSEO was my saving grace! I loved every minute of my PSEO experience and wouldn't trade it for the world." ...more
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The student body is my favorite thing about NCU. When I first showed up at North Central, everybody said 'hi' to me - and I had no idea who they were! Everyone is so welcoming. ...more
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I am blessed to be a part of the NCU community because I have a GREAT boss whom I respect and admire, the staff is intelligent and a blessing to work with, and the students are so encouraging! ...more
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It wasn't until the summer after I graduated high school that I settled on NCU as the place I wanted to go to college. Now I can't imagine where I'd be if I'd gone anywhere else. ...more
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"Dr. Menzies is a leader in thinking and ideas, not only for North Central University, but for Assembly of God higher education,” said Vice President of Academic Affairs Dr. Thomas Burkman. “He is a strong contributor to the discussion of improved quality and effectiveness in higher education.” ...more
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The people that you meet - the friends and the faculty members. You find people that encourage you and challenge you in many different ways. ...more
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I love working with other passionate, self-sacrificing, professionals in hopes of shaping the next generation into effective agents of change in the world. ...more
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I love that the whole environment is centered on Christ and everyone has the same goal of honoring him through what they are doing with their lives. ...more


