by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a North Carolina Central University degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how North Carolina Central University measures up.
North Carolina Central University is ranked #1,469 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D+. Within North Carolina, it ranks #73 of 124 for value.
Among the majors North Carolina Central University offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Information Systems | #23 of 57 |
| Visual & Performing Arts | #26 of 52 |
| Kindergarten/Preschool Education & Teaching | #27 of 66 |
| Teacher Education | #27 of 66 |
| Public Health Education and Promotion | #44 of 92 |
| Public Health | #44 of 92 |
| General Visual & Performing Arts | #45 of 98 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #45 of 98 |
| General Social Sciences | #47 of 79 |
| Political and Social Sciences | #47 of 81 |
Read the full North Carolina Central University value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
North Carolina Central University is ranked #56 out of #128 in North Carolina for quality and #73 out of #124 for North Carolina value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the North Carolina Central University financial aid page to be sure.
North Carolina Central University is ranked #1,469 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, North Carolina Central University is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at North Carolina Central University costs about $17,364. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $69,456 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $26,498 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $15,359 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $17,364 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $69,456 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about North Carolina Central University net price and the factors that affect it.
What North Carolina Central University costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a North Carolina Central University degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $105,992 | — | — |
| All Students | $69,456 | #1,469 | D+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $61,436 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $105,992 | — | — |
| All Students | $69,456 | #73 | C- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $61,436 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at North Carolina Central University shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $12,136 |
| $30K–$48K | $14,482 |
| $48K–$75K | $17,688 |
| $75K–$110K | $21,713 |
| Over $110K | $23,621 |
About 82% of North Carolina Central University undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $11,314 per year. Get more details on the North Carolina Central University financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the North Carolina Central University net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.