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North Carolina Central University
Rising Through the Ranks
The Eagles have soared to the No. 11 spot among the top historically Black colleges and universities in the 2024 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges Rankings. Additionally, in the category of southern regional universities, NCCU rose to No. 24 among the best-value schools from last year’s No. 44 spot.
The Eagle Promise
The Eagle Promise is like no other: We confidently commit to your academic success and promise that you will be prepared in a one-of-a-kind environment that empowers you to champion your future.
NCCU in the News
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Blavity News
North Carolina Central University Announces New Chancellor, Karrie Dixon
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HBCU Advocate
NCCU Receives $9.4 Million Gift from Cisco to Enhance Campus Technology Infrastructure
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Open Campus
How Are HBCUs Handling Unprecedented Demand for Mental Health Services?
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HBCU Sports
North Carolina Central QB Turned NFL Draft Analyst Named Rising Sports Media Star
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HBCU Gameday
Top HBCU Coaches Selected for NFL Diversity Coaching Fellowship
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HBCU Buzz
NY Jets Sign North Carolina Central Defensive Back/Returner After Impressive Minicamp Performance
For more than a century, NC Central has prepared students to transform communities.
We made the commitment as the nation's first public liberal arts institution for African American students. We sustain it as a future-focused modern university.
Top-Ranked Programs and World-Class Faculty
As one of the nation’s preeminent community-engaged universities, we have produced leaders who are in touch with the world around them for more than 110 years. Students can discover NCCU’s competitive educational opportunities and graduate positioned for success in a number of industries.
Tour NCCU Virtually Today
Experience the sloping hills and verdant green of North Carolina Central University. Discover special places on campus—including our classrooms, laboratories, residence halls and more. Our virtual tour is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and can be accessed from the comfort of your home.