North Central University
Minneapolis, Minnesota · Private nonprofit, 4-year
At a glance
Average net price
$25,817
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
66.3%
Admission rate
99%
Undergrad size
709
In-state tuition
$32,220
Out-of-state tuition
$32,220
Cost of attendance
$44,475
Median earnings (10y)
$45,064
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 82.2%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
16 program areas reported · Heavily focused on humanities & arts (51% of credentials).
- STEM2%
- Business20%
- Humanities & arts51%
- Social sciences22%
- Trades & services5%
- Theology24.9%~176 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Business20.0%~142 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Interdisciplinary11.9%~84 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education9.7%~69 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~54 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication5.9%~42 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Psychology4.3%~31 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~23 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~23 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~15 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~15 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English1.6%~11 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science1.1%~8 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Liberal arts1.1%~8 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~4 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics0.5%~4 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
25 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries. | Bachelor's | 67 | $27,543 | $26,750 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 40 | $33,272 | $26,400 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 40 | — | $25,236 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 39 | — | — |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor's | 29 | — | — |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 25 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | — |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | $21,500 |
| Bible/Biblical Studies. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| American Sign Language. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Intercultural/Multicultural and Diversity Studies. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | $27,593 |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Religious Music and Worship. | Bachelor's | 8 | $32,647 | — |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Human Services, General. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Management Information Systems and Services. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Education, General. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| International/Globalization Studies. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries. | Associate's | 5 | — | — |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Bachelor's | — | $27,251 | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About North Central University
North Central University is a small institution located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 709 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Theology, Business, Interdisciplinary.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at North Central University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $25,817 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $32,220 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $44,475 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 66.3%, a above-average completion outcome. 82.2% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $45,064 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
North Central University confers degrees and certificates across 16 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Theology, Business, Interdisciplinary. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (51% of credentials), social sciences (22% of credentials), business (20% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
North Central University accepts 99% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission.
Location & campus
Set in Minneapolis, Minnesota (city), North Central University draws students from across Minnesota and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about North Central University
Q.How much does North Central University cost?
The average net price at North Central University is $25,817 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $44,475.
Q.What is the graduation rate at North Central University?
North Central University has a 6-year graduation rate of 66.3% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into North Central University?
North Central University admits 99% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do North Central University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median North Central University graduate earns $45,064 per year.
Q.What is tuition at North Central University?
Published tuition is $32,220 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is North Central University located?
North Central University is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota (ZIP 55404).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with North Central University at their official website.