NCU Academic Snapshot
Tuition Overview:
- Tuition: $12,594
- Tuition is relatively affordable compared to national averages for private institutions.
Student Population at NCU:
- Total Enrollment: 9,489, including 9,489 online students
- 60 Undergraduate, 9,429 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 26.8% men, 73.2% women.
- This is a medium-sized institution, offering diverse programs and student activities.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 60 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 60 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 46 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
NCU Overview
Northcentral University (NCU) is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in San Diego, CA. It is classified as Doctoral / Research University by Carnegie Classification, also known as D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University). You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University) comparison page.
The NCU's tuition & fees is $12,594 for the academic year 2024-2025. 38% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $4,048.
The school has a total enrollment of 9,489 and the students to faculty ratio is 1 to 1 (100.00%).
NCU ranked 307th in National Universities and 77th in California Colleges rankings. Northcentral University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Northcentral University is $12,594. For graduate programs, its 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $17,998.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $12,594 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $17,998.
| Undergraduate | $12,594 |
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| Graduate | $17,998 |
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| Undergraduate | $12,594 |
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| Graduate | $17,998 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
At Northcentral University, all courses can be done through online classes completely (both undergraduate and graduate degrees).
Special Learning Opportunities at NCU
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | No |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | No |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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