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NCCU encourages students and their families to take a tour of our beautiful campus. Schedule your visit today. In the meantime, take a virtual tour of our campus.

Important 2027 dates
Freshman priority deadlines
1st priorityOctober 15
2nd priorityNovember 15
3rd priorityJanuary 15

NCCU enrolls students on a rolling basis. Students may apply after the January 15 deadline until the class size is filled.

Transfer applicants
FallJuly 15
SpringNovember 15
International applicants
FallApril 1
SpringSeptember 1
Post-baccalaureate Health Professions Certificate
FallJuly 1
Summer IApril 14
Summer IIMay 18
SpringNot available

North Carolina Central University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate, masters, educational specialist, and doctoral degrees. North Carolina Central University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of North Carolina Central University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC's website (www.sacscoc.org).