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North Carolina Central University admitted student profile
- Acceptance rate: 87%
- ACT (middle 50%): 19-22
North Carolina Central University admits most applicants who clear its academic bar. If your GPA and scores are in range, your odds here are genuinely strong.
What you need to get into North Carolina Central University
Compare your GPA and scores to North Carolina Central University's admitted students, then focus on the parts of your application you can still improve. Numbers get you into contention; essays, rigor, and activities decide it.
Is North Carolina Central University a reach, target, or safety for you?
Run your numbers through the calculator above and it will tell you. As a rule: if your stats sit above North Carolina Central University's range and it is not highly selective, it is a safety. If you are in range, it is a target. If you are below range, or the school admits fewer than one in four applicants, it is a reach for almost everyone. A smart college list balances all three, so pair North Carolina Central University with schools in each tier.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the chances of getting into North Carolina Central University?
North Carolina Central University has a 87% acceptance rate, but that is an average across all applicants, not your personal odds. Your real chances depend on how your GPA and test scores compare to admitted students, plus your essays, rigor, and activities. Use the calculator above to estimate your odds from your own profile.
What ACT score do you need to get into North Carolina Central University?
The middle 50% of admitted students at North Carolina Central University scored 19-22 on the ACT. Above 22 is strong, below 19 is below the typical admit.
Is North Carolina Central University a reach, target, or safety school?
It depends on your profile. If your stats are above North Carolina Central University's admitted range and its acceptance rate is high, it is a safety. If you are in range, it is a target. If you are below range, or the school is highly selective, it is a reach. The calculator above tells you which, based on your numbers.