North Carolina Central University

North Carolina Central University is a public university in Durham, NC, known for its hbcu, public university, and durham north carolina. With an acceptance rate of 84%, Central is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 1,079 students each year. Central is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 810–1130, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Central offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $10,730 per year; the sticker price of $37,867 may look very different from what your family actually pays.